Despite the substantial amount of reading required in day-to-day legal work, some lawyers struggle to find the same enjoyment in reading outside of work, according to a recent editorial on Above The Law. Before entering the law profession, many found joy in novels and various non-fiction topics, relishing the opportunities to delve into an intriguing…
In a recent development of interest to the legal community, Justice Michael Morgan has announced plans to step down from his role on the Supreme Court of North Carolina. According to a release, Justice Morgan’s departure will take effect the week of September 4. The cited origin of the information was a statement from Fox…
In an informative Q&A session, Jennifer Steiner shares her journey across different levels of the healthcare services sector, from Fortune 100 companies to startups backed by private equity. Her current endeavor is a private equity-backed startup, presumably poised to make a meaningful impact in addressing the mental health crisis in the United States. This session…
In a crucial development for the North Carolina judiciary, Supreme Court Justice Michael Morgan announced his decision to step down next month. Morgan’s decision, which comes before his term expires in 2024, opens a vacant seat that the outgoing Democratic governor is set to fill ahead of next year’s elections. Justice Morgan’s career on the…
Douglas Clark, the former head of global disputes practice at U.K. intellectual property firm Rouse, is slated to join Hong Kong’s independent law firm Tanner De Witt. Come September 1, he is set to commence his role as a partner, with plans to build its intellectual property practice whilst assisting in the expansion of its…
In an industry that continues to undergo significant transformation, many in the legal profession are curious to know which track will prove most financially rewarding. The answer can be found in the recent study which unveils that graduates from a specific Ivy League law school are leading with the highest salaries four years after graduation….
Amid growing tides of professional weariness and existential introspection, the adage, “When You’re A Lawyer, There’s Always Time For A Second Act”, is resounding across the legal world. This concept explores how legal professionals, regardless of their age or years of experience, may discover new passion and purpose through a medium divergent from their customary…
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…
After a three-year stint at U.S. firm Latham & Watkins, and over a decade at Omers, a Canadian pensions fund, John Guccione returned to Linklaters earlier this year. While at Omers, he held the top legal role as managing director of legal for more than five years. With a career spanning in-house and private practice,…
In response to the recent departure of a number of significant partners to Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, globally prominent law firm, Kirkland & Ellis, is swiftly strengthening its private credit practice. As part of its strategic initiative, the firm is welcoming Adam Shapiro, who previously had a longstanding tenure with Simpson Thacher &…
As most professionals would agree, mentorship can infinitely enhance the professional development of young associates in any industry, including in legal practice. Regrettably, many law firm associates do not receive any formal support throughout the early phases of their careers. Rather unfortunately, at some law firms, junior lawyers are plunged into new challenges and expected…
In a recent move, Clifford Chance enriched their M&A practice in Hong Kong by securing Alex Bidlake from Linklaters. Hong Kong-based M&A lawyer, Bidlake was a critical orchestrator behind Cathay Pacific Airways’ $5.3 billion government bailout in 2020. [1] Bidlake boasts a legal career proliferating over 18 years inaugurated as an associate at Simmons &…
The annual International Legal Technology Association Conference (ILTACON), currently underway, is the mere embodiment of progress within the legal technology space. As per the Above the Law coverage, the conference has attracted over 3,400 registrants, making it one of the largest gatherings of its kind. Notably, attendees utilised the Klik technology extensively at the event,…
Attending law school is an undeniably tough endeavour, but Boston College Law School student Samantha Perlman proves it doesn’t have to be a barrier to public service. Perlman is not only managing her studies, but she’s also aiming to become mayor of her hometown, Marlborough, Massachusetts. This prominent link between the legal academia and political…
Bennett Jones has recently welcomed Yannick Beaudoin, a project finance and infrastructure specialist, to its emerging Montreal office. This will mark a new chapter for Beaudoin, who has spent over 21 years contributing to the Blake Cassels & Graydon firm. Beaudoin’s extensive experience made him a known figure in the legal field, especially given his…
The harassment allegations involving Professor Joshua Wright at George Mason University have raised probing questions about institutional responsibility and due process in higher education’s legal circles. As former law students brought forth a series of allegations against the professor, including sexual misconduct in his office and career opportunities predicated on maintaining a sexual relationship, a…
In the ever-competitive world of Biglaw, where productivity measures often justify the hefty price tags of headcount, recent developments suggest a different story. One of the top 20 Biglaw firms has reportedly laid off a number of its staff down under, although lawyers appear to have emerged unscathed. Productivity isn’t justifying the Biglaw headcount. Important…
It is a reality that a strong jurist can be a poor manager, a fact that becomes all too relevant when judges are appointed for life, given immense power, and tasked with running high-stress, intimate workspaces. These individuals oversee some of the most crucial facets of the legal world, and their administrative abilities, or lack…
Many corporate Biglaw attorneys have experienced difficulties through the past year as demand has diminished. As layoffs become a concern, these lawyers might be contemplating other options for their careers. Intriguingly, midsize firms could offer a more appealing environment for corporate attorneys. Steve Cooperman, chair and co-managing partner of Morrison Cohen, a midsize international firm,…
Law firms today face a critical decision: to embrace or ban the use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). The debate is fuelled by concerns and anticipation about the evolving role of AI in legal processes. One law firm partner recently admitted to banning the use of ChatGPT in their firm, a decision that might not…
Kirkland & Ellis, a titan in the commercial legal industry, has a reputation paralleling that of industry giants like Real Madrid in football, Disney in animation, or Apple in software development. Their innovative strategies have brought them to the fore, bypassing competition in terms of revenue, profits, and reputation. Yet, the question arises, why would…
The modern legal landscape reveals a trend of attorneys pursuing a diverse range of roles beyond the traditional confines of the courtroom or law office. The stereotypical image of a lawyer cloistered in their office, buried under a mountain of legal texts and case files, is growing increasingly outdated. Instead, lawyers today are presenting themselves…
The legal field is one consistently overwhelmed with documentation. Managing the firehose of legal paperwork can be challenging, whether it’s for a small start-up or a Fortunate 500 company. With this in mind, the right technology can play a significant role in boosting productivity and enhancing the practice of law. Olga V. Mack, Vice President…
In a recent interview with Sumi Trombley, a senior advisor at UpLevel Ops, insight was given into the influential world of legal operations – particularly highlighting the shift brought on by the pandemic and the potential for this branch of the legal profession to bring greater diversity to the fore. Legal operations, in essence, can…