In an interesting saga unfolding in the Trump-era, several members of the former president’s legal team are facing indictments in Georgia. These individuals have a unique predicament – if Trump wins the presidency in 2024, he cannot pardon them out of this state case. A sizable chunk of these co-defendants, 18 to be exact, are…
The push for diversity in educational institutions has seen a significant milestone as Rutgers Law welcomes a record number of female students in its latest intake. According to reports, approximately 59 percent of the 400 students starting their law courses are women – the highest in the history of the prestigious law school. This marks…
The melodies of Rick Ross have often intertwined with lavish descriptors of life, carving an upmarket rap niche that leaves even the likes of Robin Leach intrigued. Behind the smooth flow and luxury imagery is a web of legal narratives, stories, and lessons that have emerged from Ross’s journey as a rapper and entrepreneur. These…
In a recent revelation, an anonymous Am Law 100 associate tagged Latham as the most passive-aggressive law firm amidst other top tier names in the industry. The remark was made public via the American Lawyer Midlevel Associates Survey. Unfortunately, this perspective isn’t a one-off review. As someone who has held diverse roles in the legal…
During the ILTACON event in Orlando, document management company iManage declared the introduction of iManage AI – an Artificial Intelligence (AI) search tool built directly into its cloud platform. The new tool aims to aid customers by enhancing productivity, extracting maximum value from their knowledge resources, and safeguarding data from potential security threats. ILTACON delegates…
Stroock & Stroock & Lavan continues to face challenges in finding a merger partner, and these problems have led to a loss of partners and business-side leaders from the firm. Recent attempts to rectify the situation such as shedding its pension liabilities have not stopped the firm’s attrition. The New York Law Journal has noted…
In a continuing exploration of the unique challenges faced by Black attorneys in the legal profession, Angela Mackie-Rutledge delves into the subject of hair discrimination in the legal sector. Mackie-Rutledge, in partnership with legal organization MothersEsquire, is the author of the Black Hair, Big Law series, a research-driven initiative conducted in conjunction with the Big…
Brandon Fellows, arrested ten days after the 2021 January 6th capitol riots and later charged with felony obstruction of an official proceeding and aiding and abetting, has recently compared his trial to that of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. In his opening statement, Fellows defended his actions on the day of the riots, expressing unapologetic…
Law practice has often been misconstrued to necessitate round-the-clock commitment. However, delving into part-time law practice is a viable option that challenges this presumption. For practitioners who seek a balance between career and other personal pursuits, such a model provides them the flexibility to fulfill their professional and personal satisfaction as well as monetary ambitions…
In an escalating legal battle in Atlanta, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is making a stand against former DOJ environmental lawyer Jeff Clark, former Georgia GOP chair David Shaffer, and former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. The trio finds themselves embroiled in the aftermath of attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election…
The landscape of the legal industry is continually shifting, thanks to advancements in technology. Attorneys across all practice areas are harnessing the power of new tools to stay ahead of their rivals. In a recent article by Above the Law, they detailed five tech features that are helping legal professionals maximize profitability. These developments have…
Two families based in Florida have initiated a class-action lawsuit against the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). The suit alleges that officials are terminating ‘tens of thousands’ of residents’ Medicaid coverage, without providing ‘adequate individualized written notice.’ States, including Florida, have resumed determining eligibility…
Insider trading is a criminal act that does not spare even the most prestigious of professionals. This was reiterated when a former attorney from Top 10 Biglaw firm, Romera Cabral Da Costa Neto, found himself at the center of an insider trading scandal. The 33-year-old Brazilian started working as a visiting attorney at Gibson Dunn…
One of the perks of transitioning to in-house counsel, according to a recent article on Above the Law, is the sense of affirmation and satisfaction that comes with the role. The author of the article, Meyling “Mey” Ly Ortiz, is currently in-house at Toyota Motor North America. She expresses her experiences in Biglaw where perfection…
In today’s legal news docket, a high-profile case has put Atlanta’s penal system under the spotlight. A trial that might revolve around a former U.S. president is causing quite a stir. As the location for the legal proceedings, the implications for Atlanta’s jail system could be far-reaching, according to a report by Reuters. Meanwhile in…
As the esteemed ILTACON 2023 wraps up, the legal tech community is buzzing with the energy of collaborative innovation, networking, and high-quality educational experiences that the event fosters. As legal professionals in esteemed law firms and corporations, your dedication to extending your sphere of knowledge and building ties is commendable, and we hope to see…
Conversations surrounding the bar exam have taken an interesting turn recently. Two California bar takers’ July tests have been flagged for issues, as detailed by Above the Law. The specific nature of these examination discrepancies remains unclear. In another report, Leonard Leo, often associated with the Federalist Society, seems to be grappling with legal issues…
Following the controversial SFFA v. Harvard decision negating the positive or negative use of race in law school admissions, law schools are now grappling with how to handle their post-affirmative action applications Reuters reports. How the universities manage both the students’ and their own needs without being seen to use prohibited practices is a challenge…
The legal field is not immune to the overwhelming influence of technology. In particular, artificial intelligence (AI) is causing quite a stir. Indeed, legal organizations are seemingly eager to implement AI in their work, despite a lack of fundamental understanding of the technology’s capabilities. This phenomenon was noted during the International Legal Technology Association’s 2023…
FTX crypto exchange founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, is expected to employ an ‘advice of counsel’ defense tactic in his impending fraud trial. The heart of this strategy is to assign the blame, for the alleged illegalities, to what he sees as dubious advice provided by in-house counsel and a notable Biglaw firm. In essence, Sam Bankman-Fried…
An investigation has recently been launched by Washington D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb into Leonard Leo’s network of organizations, according to a report by Politico. Leo, a leading member of the Federalist Society, has been identified as a key influence in shaping the federal judiciary over the years. His associations and his participation in non-profit…
Rudy Giuliani, former mayor of New York, recently surrendered to authorities in Atlanta following allegations of his involvement in a RICO conspiracy to interfere with the 2020 presidential election in Georgia. On the courthouse steps, Giuliani reiterated his belief in “defending the rights of all Americans”, a sentiment he broadcasted on Twitter as he prepared…
Fifth Circuit judge James Ho has been a mainstay in national law-related headlines last week. Let’s delve into them. Ho, who was appointed under the Trump Administration, has been vociferously sharing his patriotic perspectives through his court dissents. His actions have garnered attention from legal professionals, prompting discussions about the future direction of his rulings….
The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in business is a promising development. Notable applications like ChatGPT, a large language model, are transforming the way people perform a range of tasks from brainstorming to generating ideas, and even in assisting with academic exams. These emerging AI technologies are capable of not only enhancing human work…
In an intriguing twist for their field, certain mid-level associates employed within Biglaw has confessed to finding themselves in enviable positions. The revelation arose from an anonymous Am Law 100 associate’s comments during the American Lawyer Midlevel Associates Survey. The central sentiment? “How easy it is to do very little and still make a great…