Eleanor Barnett has been appointed as the managing attorney of the Miami office of Armstrong Teasdale, as announced by the firm last Thursday. Barnett’s core practice areas cover complex commercial and business litigation, real estate litigation, trust and probate litigation, and employment litigation. Her depth and breadth of experience in these areas make her an…
In a series of legal news doing the rounds, a lawyer recently found themselves stuck in a courthouse elevator for nearly sixty minutes – posing the interesting question of what exactly the billing code for such an instance might be. The unfortunate event was reported in detail by Roll on Friday. In what counts as…
A recent ruling in favor of Pfizer Inc. could potentially change the legal dynamics concerning corporate diversity programs. In a court battle against a conservative group, the pharma major’s diversity fellowship stood tall. This victory brought into question one of the major legal weapons often wielded by organizations opposing such diversity initiatives in the courtroom….
Merger and acquisition (M&A) litigation is swelling, fueled in large part by potential six-figure “mootness fees” available to attorneys who file lawsuits ultimately destined for dismissal. Some members of the judiciary, however, are more reticent than others in curtailing these fees, resulting in disparate practices across courts. The concept of mootness fees dates back to…
Last month, the European Parliament gave its approval in principal to a new proposed regulation concerning standard essential patents (SEPs). These patents, vital components of standardized technologies such as 5G and Wi-Fi, could experience a makeover in terms of their licensing under this new proposal approved by the European Parliament and further explained by LexisNexis….
In a recent development in the field of law and artificial intelligence, a putative class action complaint against Google for alleged privacy violations has garnered attention for its unique approach. The complaint accused Google Analytics of illicitly obtaining personal data from healthcare providers’ websites, using Google’s own AI tool to present the argument. This creative…
In a recent trial, an Illinois jury delivered a verdict against Mead Johnson, a global leader in infant and children’s nutrition, ruling that the company was negligent and did not provide adequate warning about the risks of its preterm infant formula. The case, presided over by the St. Clair County Court, was lodged by plaintiff…
Law firm McDermott Will & Emery LLP has strategically expanded its team, bringing on board a seven-partner team from Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. The new team will specifically concentrate on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the False Claims Act, thereby enhancing McDermott’s white-collar and government investigation expertise. The move appears to be…
Kevin R. Puvalowski, former head of the consumer protection and financial enforcement division at the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), has made a career move which has been the subject of much discussion in the corporate legal arena. Recently announced, Puvalowski has joined the ranks of Petrillo Klein + Boxer as a…
In a surge driven by thawing courts and pandemic-era portfolio growth, Burford Capital—the largest publicly traded litigation funding firm globally—reported a three-fold rise in its consolidated revenues in FY2023. Mirroring its revenue statistics, the company’s earnings per share escalated by a factor of 19, marking a new high of $2.74. This impressive financial turnaround, leaders…
Established law firm Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP recently expanded its roster with a significant new addition – a prominent attorney from Paul Hastings LLP. The attorney, who was the global co-chair of his previous firm’s securities litigation practice, will now be based in Katten’s New York office. There is limited information about the specific role…
National litigation news outlet, Courthouse News, has initiated a lawsuit against the D.C. federal court. The primary assertion of the lawsuit is the D.C. Superior Court’s alleged delay in public access to new civil complaints. As per the details available, said delays can span from one to three days while the files are processed by…
In a peculiar turn of events, the lawsuit led by Dominion Voting Systems against numerous individuals, including former Overstock.com CEO Patrick Byrne, Sidney Powell, Rudy Giuliani, and Mike Lindell, continues to encounter unanticipated surprises. These individuals made defamatory claims against Dominion following the 2020 elections. On March 12, an email was sent to Judge Carl…
On March 14, 2024, Goodwin announced the addition of Lori Gordon as a partner in their Intellectual Property Litigation Practice. Based in Washington, D.C., Gordon brings a wealth of expertise to the firm’s existing team, particularly in inter partes matters. These often involve contested case proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, suggesting a…
Shook Hardy and Bacon, a global legal practice, announced on Thursday the induction of Alycia Degen into their product liability litigation team as a partner. According to the firm, Degen brings her significant experience in representing the defense in California coordinated product liability litigations. Part of her skill set extends to dealing with a multitude…
In an announcement made by Dykema, it was revealed that Brad Howell has expanded their legal force by joining their product liability practice group based in Houston. The firm officially announced this acquisition on Thursday. Brad Howell comes with a rich background in legal practice, with his core focus areas covering products liability, statutory indemnity,…
Renowned intellectual property lawyers, Henry B. Ward III and Samantha “Sam” Skains-Menchaca, have recently joined the ranks of Bradley’s partner team in its intellectual property practice group, Turing their sights to the firm’s Charlotte, N.C. outpost, as declared in an announcement made by the firm last Thursday. Both attorneys bring a wealth of experience with…
In a recent move highlighting significant changes in the financial markets litigation landscape, Katten Muchin Rosenman has welcomed Kevin P. Broughel to its New York team as a partner. This news comes directly from the firm’s announcement last Thursday. Broughel brings with him a wealth of expertise in several areas pertinent to Katten’s financial markets…
The Judicial Conference recently made a significant move by ordering districts to randomly assign judges to cases seeking national injunctions, an act that has drawn severe criticism from notable right-wing judges. This decision came as a solution to the problem of cynical actors exploiting opportunistic forums to challenge the operation of the entire federal government….
Davis Wright Tremaine is in the process of forming an internal search committee to identify its next leader. This has come into play following an unexpected decision that saw Managing Partner Scott MacCormack assuming a more low-profile role in the firm. This Seattle-based firm hasn’t offered any clarification beyond a mere brief statement released on…
Despite the central role that the court system plays in maintaining the rule of law in society, it’s not always a smooth ride for everyone involved. One of the prime issues that have gotten the attention of legal observers in recent times is the satisfaction derived from having one’s day in court. It appears that…
Richard Liebowitz, known for his infamous copyright trolling practice, was recently disbarred in New York for various professional misconducts. For years, Liebowitz’s main modus operandi was to send threatening letters to corporations, alleging copyright infringements of his photographer clients. Such a niche practice area can be slightly questionable under the best of circumstances, but Liebowitz’s…
In an announcement released Thursday, legal firm McDermott Will & Emery confirmed the addition of seven highly skilled white-collar litigators to their team. The fresh recruits were previously part of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe and their induction signifies McDermott’s strategic investment in expanding its white collar litigation group. Over the previous year, McDermott’s white collar…
The legal community has been abuzz following the recent election of Hervé Ékué as the new managing partner at Allen & Overy. This esteemed Magic Circle law firm, along with fellow members Linklaters, Clifford Chance, Freshfields, and Slaughter and May, has traditionally been dominated by white men. The appointment of Ékué, the first Black leader…
The federal judiciary’s latest policy, designed to tackle the issue of “judge shopping,” has raised eyebrow as it seems to sidestep the types of cases that initially provoked Chief Justice John Roberts to address this problem. As detailed by legal correspondents Michael Shapiro and Lauren Castle, the Judicial Conference announced the policy on March 12,…