Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP has broadened its team roster with six attorneys from Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Specializing in business law and litigation matters, these professionals mark notable additions to the firm’s already extensive legal talent pool. This move signals Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP’s continued commitment to strengthened representation in areas of business…
In the wake of a significant partnership expansion, Paul Hastings saw a notable uptick in its revenues and growth metrics over the previous year, according to a recent report. The firm exhibited an 8.9% revenue growth paired with a 10.5% boost in revenue per lawyer, setting an unprecedented record in its financial history. Consequently, Hastings’…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India took suo moto cognizance earlier this week of human rights violations reported in West Bengal. Suo moto cognizance is a significant performance of the NHRC’s powers, allowing it to independently initiate cases without them having to transit through traditional legal processes like a formal complaint or petition….
Renowned law firm, Shook, Hardy & Bacon, has recently initiated a comprehensive diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) counselling, compliance, and disputes practice. This initiative, under the leadership of John Lewis Jr., aims to aid clients in navigating the complex legal landscapes associated with DEI issues. Lewis, the office managing partner for the firm’s Houston establishment,…
Judge Paul Engelmayer, sitting in the Southern District of New York, recently made public his skepticism towards the application of artificial intelligence in legal matters. Englelmayer’s sentiments followed an unsuccessful fee request that was calculated, in part, through the utilization of AI tool, ChatGPT. The criticized fee submission was made by the Cuddy Law Firm…
In an intriguing exchange, a Manhattan federal judge has publicly reprimanded a special education-focused law firm for its unorthodox use of AI in justifying attorney fee requests. Specifically, the firm had turned to OpenAI’s language model ChatGPT to calculate and support an attorney fee request exceeding $100,000. The judge swiftly admonished the approach, labelling it…
Global law firm Reed Smith has welcomed a new partner to its Life Sciences Health Industry Group. Matthew D. Jacobson, a product liability expert, was announced as the latest addition to the team. Jacobson is ready to bring his wealth of litigation knowledge focused on drug and device liability cases, having previously gained experience in…
In an announcement by Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, a new office in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been inaugurated. The new establishment, announced on a Thursday, is a significant expansion of the firm’s physical presence. The freshly minted office will offer legal services within the scope of bankruptcy and restructuring, corporate and intellectual property litigation,…
In 2023, McDermott Will & Emery experienced steady growth with a significant number of large health care merger, acquisition, and litigation matters. The firm’s gross revenue rose by 5.8% to $1.92 billion, and its profits per equity partner skyrocketed by almost 13%. Resolve despite a minor 2% drop in its equity tier, the firm’s net…
In his recently published guide, “Top 5 Things Carriers Are Looking For in Demands”, Colin E. Brett, Esq., makes available insider knowledge and tactics used by insurance claim adjusters in personal injury cases. This guide promises to be a noteworthy resource for legal practitioners interested in more effective and timely settlements. Brett’s guide offers an…
Every weekday, a concise collection of news articles, commentary, and other significant links pertaining to the U.S. Supreme Court are gathered and shared, providing a vital resource for legal professionals globally. Thursday’s compilation, prominently featured a discussion on how the Supreme Court appears to be in a position to obstruct a Biden-led plan on air…
Notable labor and employment attorney, Jennifer M. Trulock has recently joined Bradley, one of the top law firms in the U.S. Mrs. Trulock will work as a partner with the labor and employment practice group in Dallas, according to an announcement made by the firm. Formerly, she held the role of Chair at the labor…
In a recent legal development, Bloomfield Investment Resources Corporation’s request for approximatley $5.2 million in attorneys’ fees was denied. This comes despite Bloomfield providing strong evidence that disputed its opponent’s defenses as baseless. Bloomfield emerged victorious in a prior fraud case where the manager of two investment funds was purportedly unsuccessful in repaying a loan…
Recently, there has been a significant personnel shift between two major law firms. A strong six-partner team from Dinsmore & Shohl has moved to join Taft Stettinius & Hollister. With five people based in Detroit, Michigan, and one stationed in Chicago, Illinois, this move is being closely watched in the legal industry. The majority of…
Addressing the procedural roadblocks in challenging artificial intelligence (AI) bias in court can be frustrating, especially when individuals face racial discrimination from police facial recognition algorithms or discriminatory algorithms for job applicant screening, closely reflecting the application of biased human behaviour [Scientific American] [Nature]. A promising solution may come from the EU—the EU Liability Directive—which…
Following a 13% decrease in profits per equity partner (PEP) in 2022, litigation firm Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan made a vigorous recovery in 2023, recording a 38.8% increase in PEP, which elevated figures to $7.25 million. The rebound resulted from an increased leverage and a series of high-profile cases managed by the firm. In…
Many lawyers embarking on their career path accept smaller cases as a means to establish a presence in the industry. The hope is that these smaller tasks might serve as a stepping stone towards larger legal assignments and more lucrative clientele in the future, as per observations made by a seasoned attorney and partner at…
Renowned attorney Mark Geragos has been ordered to pay the Los Angeles Times $218,000 in attorney fees and costs following the newspaper’s successful defense against his libel lawsuit in the state of California. Geragos had challenged the Times’ coverage of a settlement for victims of the Armenian genocide. However, the presiding judge dismissed Geragos’ claim…
Legal tech firms Consilio and Reveal have announced plans to expand their existing partnership, with a focus on offering clients increased access to AI-powered electronic discovery and “model library” services. The announcement is a significant move in the continuous evolution of legal tech and e-discovery space and has a notable impact on law firms and…
Following a 13% decrease in profits per equity partner (PEP) in 2022, legal entity Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan experienced a noteworthy upsurge in 2023, with a 38.8% PEP growth. This increase took the PEP value to a significant $7.25 million. The growth was largely facilitated by the litigation-only firm’s heightened leverage and a series…
The Georgia Court of Appeals has upheld the dismissal of a legal malpractice claim against James Leonard, an attorney at Barnes & Thornburg. The dismissal came following a complaint lodged against Leonard by his former client, Cynthia Cox-Ott, who accused him of professional negligence, breach of contract, and legal expenses in relation to a dismissed…
Despite his bankruptcy, Rudy Giuliani appears to be spending lavishly on a series of unlikely to succeed legal actions. As information from Above The Law reveals, he continues to contest the underlying amounts he owes and may owe in every way possible, perhaps most notably by appealing against the hefty $148 million defamation judgment awarded…
As experienced legal professionals would agree, a trial isn’t just about the law or the facts; it’s about persuasion. Convincing a jury—a group of ordinary citizens without legal training—can be a challenge no matter how robust your arguments may be. And sometimes, the attempts lawyers make to seem ‘relatable’ to the jury can seem contrived,…
Duane Morris has welcomed a new partner to their real estate practice group. The firm announced on Wednesday that Patrick J. Smith has joined the team and will be operating from their New York office. Smith comes to Duane Morris after occupying several high-ranking positions at Outfront Media Inc. During his tenure there, Smith spearheaded…
In the competitive and often contentious landscape of high-stakes litigation, attorneys in the limelight are often questioned about their fees, as seen recently with the lead lawyers in the Roundup cases who have found themselves compelled to defend their charges. Beasley Allen, another prominent player in the legal arena, meanwhile, is bracing for a disqualification…