Pryor Cashman, a leading law firm, has recently strengthened its real estate group and its land use and zoning practice by adding Christian Hylton as a partner in the New York office. The news of Hylton’s appointment was confirmed by the firm on Wednesday. Hylton is renowned for his focus on the oversight and management…
The Department of Education recently initiated new rules aimed at bolstering transparency for programs such as those offered by law schools. The move, which intends to provide clearer insights into how much a Juris Doctor (JD) program will cost prospective students, is seen as a significant advantage. Especially for those wrestling with the decision of…
The Biden administration has recently taken steps to revitalize student loan programs, drop some of the student debt burden and bolster diversity and opportunity in higher education, consequently affecting millions of student loan borrowers across the United States. Around $127 billion of student debt, impacting 3.6 million borrowers, has been forgiven in an endeavour to…
Mariel Dimsey, secretary-general of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC), has announced her decision to step down from her position, a role she assumed only 14 months ago. The announcement happens days before the Hong Kong Arbitration Week, which is scheduled to take place from the 16th to the 20th of this month. Dimsey,…
Law firms today are facing challenges when it comes to strategic succession planning. One key issue is the reluctance of senior partners to retire, leading to an increase in the number of departures from BigLaw. This has made it more important than ever for firms to not only encourage retirement at the senior level but…
There’s no denying that lawyers are an industrious group, often finding time above and beyond their primary legal work to maintain side jobs. We have previously reported on this phenomenon, noting how increasingly common these extracurricular pursuits are becoming in the legal sector. As a result, the variety of such ‘side hustles’ is considerable. Yet,…
In recent legal news, prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh, who is currently serving a life sentence for the murder of his wife and son, is making moves to request people overseeing assets to halt what he claims is self-enrichment with his funds. Murdaugh has made an appeal to a South Carolina federal judge to confiscate his…
Ashley M. Howlett, a partner at Hogan Lovells, has attributed her successful journey to partnership to finding sponsors who would advocate on her behalf, acknowledging the influence of sound mentorship on career progression. Within the legal industry, a sponsor’s role transcends that of an ordinary mentor; it extends to being a personal champion of their…
In a recent development at the prestigious New York University’s School of Law, the Student Bar Association has made a move to oust its president following a contentious post that blamed Israel for Hamas attacks. This decision coincided with the well-known law firm Winston & Strawn revoking its job offer extended to the law student…
In an unprecedented move, Oceane Maher, a law student from the University of Texas chose to remain in Israel amidst escalating hostilities to assist local war relief efforts. The student, who was in Tel Aviv on a study abroad program, was confronted with the harsh realities of war when an alert notified her of an…
Colette Stanford, the Chief Legal Officer at SPARC Group LLC, has shared her journey from Aeropostale, Inc. to her current role, providing a unique insight into her rise through the corporate legal world. Her career is a testament to the dynamic nature of the profession, as well as the resilience needed to persevere through corporate…
Roger Wilkes has moved into the role of Chief Operating Officer of Perkins Coie, as reported on Wednesday. As part of Wilkes’ responsibilities, he will monitor several business functions within the firm, including areas such as finance, diversity and inclusion, recruitment, IT and real estate. Wilkes’ professional background wealthy of experiences in the global professional…
New York Republican Representative George Santos, who is already battling criminal and ethics charges associated with his 2022 campaign, has recently declared that he will not resign and will continue to run for reelection. This statement comes following the filing of 10 new charges against Santos by federal prosecutors on Tuesday. Santos, who is 35…
Welcome esteemed professionals. The increasingly complex field of cryptocurrency is navigating through challenging times, fueled by the intensification of regulations and a series of reputational damage. With the ongoing trial of FTX’s co-founder, the scenario has taken another sharp turn. Armed with the urgency to navigate through this dilemma, myriad cryptocurrency firms are in the…
Easha Anand, hailing from Stanford, made her Supreme Court debut this week arguing in a case regarding whistleblower retaliation, according toBloomberg Law. Prior to her legal career, Ms. Anand had a colorful background. She initially envisioned a career as a mathematician, but a challenging abstract algebra class at Yale that she attended with a young…
The Supreme Court of the United States has rejected a challenge to the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, a crucial visa program that provides foreign students who graduated from U.S. colleges and universities with the opportunity to work in the United States for up to three years. In a case that could have had a…
In an examination of personal endurance and professional dedication in the field of life sciences, we bring you the story of Carole Spangler Vaughn. As an alumna of Project W, Vaughn’s impressive career has been dedicated to crafting solutions for disease prevention and treatments in this industry. Her endeavors suddenly became a personal matter when…
Valerie L. Green is the newest addition to Day Pitney, joining the firm’s energy and utilities practice as a partner based in Washington, D.C. as confirmed on Monday. Green’s expertise is focused highly on regulatory and compliance issues related to electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy. Her broad experience includes working with Federal Energy Regulatory…
In a digital age where recruiters skim resumes in mere seconds, conveying your unique value quickly is a considerable challenge. As successful legal professionals, you may wonder why the well-established brand names in your work history aren’t enough to have recruiters clamoring to connect with you. The truth lies not in the details of your…
Former Federal Prosecutor Joshua Drew has recently been added to the roster at Miller & Chevalier, a well-established law firm. In his latest role he forms part of the firm’s litigation department, a statement released by the firm on Monday confirmed. In his role, Drew will be advising clients on a multitude of matters including…
Experienced transaction lawyer, Katja Persson, recently joined Baker McKenzie as a partner in its Stockholm, Sweden office. Persson’s addition will amplify the firm’s global M&A practice group, as announced by the law firm. Before joining Baker McKenzie, Persson was an in-house corporate lawyer at a real estate start-up. Notably, Persson lists an impressive track record…
Charter Communications Inc. recently announced the appointment of Jamal Haughton as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary. Haughton is scheduled to officially assume this role on November 6, as confirmed in a news release disseminated by the company. Prior to accepting the position at Charter Communications, Haughton held a similar role at Madison…
In a recent legal development, the former football coach at Northwestern University has filed a lawsuit against the prestigious academic institution. The coach asserts that the university has “destroyed” his career as a tangible consequence of a hazing investigation. The case draws attention to the intricate dynamics of institutional probes and their knock-on effects on…
Jenner & Block, a prominent law firm, recently expanded its team in Washington, D.C., by adding Jonathan Skladany as a new special counsel. Skladany’s role will span the congressional investigations and government controversies and public policy litigation practices, as announced by the firm on Monday in their news update. Skladany’s professional background is steeped in…
Setting out on her own after launching her legal practice, Kimberly Bennett swiftly concluded that there was a more efficient system than the traditional billable hour for pricing her services. Her pursuit of steady pricing for her clients in intellectual property, coupled with a consistent income for herself, led her to adopt a subscription-based model…