The total compensation packages for in-house counsel exhibit considerable variance at different tiers of corporate hierarchies, particularly in aspects such as bonuses and long-term incentives. These findings are highlighted in a recent report by Law360 Pulse. This variability in compensation underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of in-house counsel pay structures, as such differences…
Welcome to Bloomberg Law’s Wake Up Call, a daily rundown of the top news for lawyers, law firms, and in-house counsel. New York State Attorney General Letitia James is emerging as a potential contender for the New York City mayoral race, with top Democrats advocating for her candidacy in the event Mayor Eric Adams vacates…
At a recent discussion during the annual Berkeley Law AI Institute, prominent BigLaw attorneys and in-house counsel delved into the challenges of integrating artificial intelligence in their legal practices. The discourse revealed a split among clients, with some demanding the use of AI tools in legal representation while others have outright prohibited their attorneys from…
Welcome to Bloomberg Law’s Wake Up Call, a daily rundown of the top news for lawyers, law firms, and in-house counsel. Mark Robinson, the Republican gubernatorial candidate in North Carolina, has retained the services of Binnall Law Group to investigate allegations he deems to be “false smears” reported by CNN. CNN’s report claimed that Robinson…
Venture capital firms anticipate that in-house counsel at AI companies will assume a more significant role in their businesses as regulatory uncertainties surrounding artificial intelligence intensify. This perspective emerged at the seventh-annual Berkeley Law AI Institute held on Wednesday. During the event, a professor who played a key role in pioneering AI technology underscored the…
The legal industry continues to evolve, driven by emerging trends and data insights. This week, Law.com delves into crucial metrics shaping the field, covering everything from corporate legal spend to evolving in-house counsel roles. Their latest report uncovers trends indicative of broader shifts, such as an increase in reliance on alternative legal service providers and…
In a recent episode of Legal Speak, senior attorneys shared strategies for achieving success as general and in-house counsel during the initial 100 days in a new legal leadership role. The discussion offers a preview of the upcoming panel at the Women, Influence & Power in Law conference, titled “Making Your Mark: Dos and Don’ts…
In a recent development, The 65 Project, a bipartisan watchdog organization, has initiated a campaign aimed at legal professionals. The group plans to run advertisements in legal journals highlighting the ethical obligations of attorneys to avoid filing false claims on behalf of clients. This move is seen as an effort to curb a surge in…
Welcome to Bloomberg Law’s Wake Up Call, a daily rundown of the top news for lawyers, law firms, and in-house counsel. In a recent legal development, Alina Habba, one of former President Donald Trump’s defense attorneys, has reached a settlement with a former waitress at Trump’s Bedminster golf club in New Jersey. The woman had…
The legal profession is witnessing another significant development as Nevada becomes the latest state to reject the adoption of a new national bar exam set to debut in 2026. This move follows closely on the heels of California’s decision to forgo the revamped exam. Instead, the Nevada Supreme Court has opted to proceed with an…
As we delve deeper into the era of artificial intelligence, the initial trepidation among in-house legal departments has largely abated. Today, legal teams are engaging in more nuanced discussions with their business counterparts about how to integrate AI technologies effectively. The focus is shifting from the fear of AI replacing human workers to the potential…
Everlaw has officially appointed Gloria Lee as its new chief legal officer, the company announced Monday. Lee will oversee Everlaw’s legal department, addressing all legal, regulatory, and privacy matters within the organization. She brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as CLO at Commure, and her background includes extensive work as a trial…
According to recent early data from five of the top 20 law schools in the United States, the percentage of minority students enrolling has remained mostly unchanged despite the Supreme Court’s ruling barring colleges and universities from considering race in admissions. This finding was covered in detail by Reuters. Among the institutions surveyed, the University…
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP has announced the addition of a seasoned antitrust attorney to its Washington, D.C. office. The new hire, who brings 15 years of experience from his tenure as an in-house counsel at Google, is expected to enhance the firm’s competitive edge in handling complex antitrust matters. This move underscores Freshfields’ strategic emphasis…
In-house lawyers are increasingly looking at how artificial intelligence might reshape the landscape of dispute resolution. For years, China has implemented AI agents as online “robot judges” to handle certain types of disputes efficiently. This raises a pertinent question: could a similar approach be adopted in other jurisdictions? Legal professionals note that the integration of…
A weaker-than-expected jobs report has heightened worries that companies might reduce hiring in legal departments or even resort to layoffs. Despite continued yet cautious hiring, recruiters indicate that the outlook varies across sectors due to ongoing speculation about an impending recession. John Gilmore, co-founder of BarkerGilmore, expressed cautious optimism, noting that predicting the outcome for…
In a notable move within the European legal market, Sergey Alekhin has transitioned from his position as counsel at Willkie Farr & Gallagher’s Paris office to join the partnership at ELWI, the Russian spin-off of Latham & Watkins. Alekhin’s move to ELWI, bringing along two colleagues, marks a significant lateral shift in the landscape of…
If you’ve been tuned into the legal sector recently, there’s significant buzz about buyers of legal services signaling their dissatisfaction with traditional law firm models. In a recent commentary, James Turoff, General Counsel at Hershey Company, shared insights on this shifting landscape, shedding light on how both in-house counsel and law firms can navigate these…
International law firm Ashurst has strengthened its real estate practice with the addition of Alexandra Peace, a real estate partner from Australian firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth. Peace specializes in property capital transactions, development, and general commercial property. Her expertise includes advising on complex structuring, development, acquisition, and leasing matters across office, industrial, and retail sub-sectors….
Welcome to Bloomberg Law’s Wake Up Call, a daily rundown of the top news for lawyers, law firms, and in-house counsel. The Harris-Walz campaign has hired former Sidley Austin associate and Department of Homeland Security official Brenda Abdelall to lead outreach to Arab American voters, who hold sway in key swing states like Michigan. The…
Business Court Judge Grant Dorfman recently highlighted his transition from the Texas attorney general’s office to his role as in-house counsel for energy technology company Nabors Industries. His tenure at Nabors, where he became intimately acquainted with complex corporate disputes, played a pivotal role in advocating for a new business court venue in Texas. For…
In the domain of intellectual property and patent litigation, the pathway to first-chair roles for women IP lawyers lies in effective communication rather than displaying swagger or adopting a “lawyerly” tone. Winning corporate clients’ trust involves clear, realistic communication, and owning mistakes while avoiding sugarcoating bad news. Of particular importance, according to LinkedIn IP head…
This past week, Disney’s legal team found themselves in the spotlight for reasons they likely would have preferred to avoid. In a controversial move, Disney attorneys initially argued that a free trial to Disney+ obligated plaintiffs in a wrongful death lawsuit to enter forced arbitration, effectively removing the case from the courts. The approach quickly…
Jeremiah Allison has spent most of his life dreaming about making it in the National Football League—his hometown Minnesota Vikings in particular. Now he has finally achieved that dream, though not in the way he originally envisioned. The former linebacker has joined the Vikings as an associate counsel, several years after attempting to make the…
In-house investigations counsel have been closely examining the Department of Justice’s new corporate whistleblower awards pilot program. Effective from August 1, this three-year initiative reaffirms the DOJ’s commitment to curbing corporate crime but introduces complexities to fundamental internal probes. The pilot focuses on domestic corruption and health-care fraud involving private insurers, placing in-house counsel at…