Stuart Delery, the former White House Counsel for President Joe Biden, has rejoined Gibson Dunn. He will be serving as a partner and co-chair of two groups within the firm: the crisis management practice group and the administrative law and regulatory practice group in Washington D.C., as reported by the Bloomberg Law. Delery held impressive…
As economic cycles spin and industries evolve, layoffs have become an unfortunately common occurrence in the corporate world. Yet according to Sarah Green Carmichael, mass layoffs are not as necessary or beneficial as they are often made out to be. In her insightful piece, Carmichael argues that frequent and indiscriminate downsizing as a business strategy…
Arnold & Porter, a renowned law firm, has announced the reinforcement of its capabilities through the recruitment of a seven-lawyer team that will operate from its offices located in Chicago, Denver, and New York City. This shift, announced on Monday, portrays the ever-shifting landscape of professional legal service provisioning, as the firm prepares to better…
The past week’s litigation activity in London has been marked by numerous significant developments. Among the most noteworthy is a legal confrontation with the global law firm, Dentons, which has been sued by a noted ex-partner from Saudi Arabia. The grounds for the lawsuit remain unclear. In a separate case, Jaguar Land Rover has taken…
Last week, the justices chose not to temporarily prioritize matters of racial consideration in its admissions process at the U.S. Military Academy. This comes as a result of an unsigned order, rejecting the appeal from the same group that previously organized challenges against the use of affirmative action in admissions at Harvard and the University…
In a recent settlement, Dechert LLP, a global specialist law firm, has agreed to pay a sum of approximately $15 million. The firm was accused of participating in an illegal scheme to hack Farhad Azima, an aviation executive. This information was confirmed by a spokesperson for Mr. Azima on Friday. The details around the hacking…
Pebble Beach Co., the owner of some of the world’s most prestigious golf courses, including two which are hosting the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am this weekend, has appointed highly-regarded former Justice Department lawyer Patrick Hovakimian as its chief legal officer. This move comes three years after Hovakimian switched from public service to the private sector,…
In a conclusion to a lengthy legal standoff, global law firm Dechert is set to pay a minimum of $15 million to settle accusations directed at their former partner, Neil Gerrard. These claims purport that Gerard masterminded a hacking operation against the aviation magnate, Farhad Azima, and subsequently misled the English legal system. This settlement…
Welcome to another week of insightful legal happenings, curated specifically for legal professionals dealing with today’s multifaceted corporate and legal landscapes. This week’s coverage, as always, highlights some of the most salient issues and latest developments in the legal sector. From the web’s first blog devoted to appellate litigation, How Appealing, we’ve condensed a collection…
In a recent legal development, Aero Law Group PC, a specialized legal firm providing services to the aviation industry, has initiated a lawsuit against a competitor, Aero Law Group PLLC. The plaintiff accuses the defendant of trademark infringement, unfair competition, and cybersquatting. Aero Law Group PC asserts that the defendant’s use of the name ‘Aero…
In recent legal professional moves, Clyde & Co has welcomed a new partner, Danny Worker, into its Chicago office fold according to an announcement made by the firm. Worker comes from Lewis Brisbois where he held key positions like managing partner in the Chicago office and a partner in the Phoenix office. Worker brings considerable…
For the first time, women account for the majority of U.S. law firm associates, at 50.31%. Despite this encouraging step, women still represent just 27.76% of all partners and only 27% of all practice group leaders. Biglaw firms are responding to this gap with measures aimed at improving the representation of women lawyers in leadership…
With numerous law firms having achieved moderate revenue gains, the mindset is shifting towards planning for growth in different legal business areas. Notably, both the deal-making part of legal practice and litigation are projected to see continued expansion. The transition towards investment and expansion signifies a change from the somewhat austere strategy adopted over the…
Cozen O’Connor, a globally recognized law firm, has added a new member to its commercial litigation group based in New York. Michael A. Fernández, an attorney with experience handling complex cross-border litigation, joins the firm, as announced on Thursday. Bloomberg Law reports. Fernández has a track record in representing clients in matters involving personal jurisdiction,…
On February 1, 2024, Baker Botts, a globally recognized law firm, announced the appointment of Scott Nelson to its litigation department at their Houston, Texas office. Bloomberg disclosed the news and presented some key details about Nelson and his role at Baker Botts. Scott Nelson, previously part of the legal team at Hunton Andrews Kurth,…
Baker Donelson, a widely recognized law firm, has appointed Valerie G. Henderson as the managing shareholder of its Houston office, as confirmed by the firm on Thursday. Henderson, a seasoned legal professional, holds significant experience in handling commercial disputes, insurance defense, and consumer-related litigation. (Bloomberg Law) The esteemed position was previously held by Bradley E….
Thomas Rea, an ex-Assistant US Attorney, has taken on a new role at Thompson Coburn, where he will join the white collar defense and business litigation practice based in St. Louis, Missouri. This addition to the firm reinforces Thompson Coburn’s dedication to strengthening its litigation expertise. Rea’s noteworthy experience includes his service as an assistant…
Seattle-founded law firm Perkins Coie is reportedly contemplating the establishment of an office in London, marking its first venture into Europe. Such a move is reflective of the growing attention that London has received from US law firms over recent years. Notable examples include Wilson Sonsini, which launched in London in 2018, Alston & Bird,…
The Professional Women’s Hockey League started its first season this year primarily equipped by a mix of elite athletes, a billionaire financial backer, and a staff of experienced lawyers. With six teams spread across the U.S and Canada, the PWHL became the third endeavor to establish a North American pro women’s hockey league since 2007….
As the technological landscape continues to evolve in the healthcare sector, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing at an unprecedented pace. Central to this growth, however, are the emerging lawsuits being lodged against insurers that could herald a wave of health litigation. These lawsuits, with attorneys predicting substantial growth in the months ahead,…
Welcome back to the Big Law Business column. I’m Roy Strom, and today we look at why law firms aren’t firing associates who are working less and getting paid more than ever. Nobody says life is easy for the lowest lawyers on Big Law’s totem pole. They are known to grind overnight and work plenty…
Hogan Lovells and Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz are among several major law firms instrumental in the much-anticipated transaction that will witness Major League Baseball’s Baltimore Orioles change hands from its previous owner and legal professional, Peter Angelos, to David Rubenstein. Rubenstein, not just distinguished for his achievements in private equity, but also recognized for…
In a recent development that has stirred debate among plaintiffs’ lawyers, Edelson’s Rafey Balabanian has claimed that a “rudderless crowd of firms” is attempting to mediate data breach cases concerning 23andMe, the DNA testing company. Interestingly, this incident is unfolding before the official determination of leadership for the case at hand and without a thorough…
A new chapter in the legal landscape is poised to unfold, with the impending launch of a litigation boutique by esteemed partners of Selendy Gay, and Quinn Emanuel. The new firm, dubbed Elsberg Baker & Maruri, will commence operations next month and is anticipated to be a bastion of “aggressive, first-chair” trial lawyers, as per…
Jean S. Martin, Lead Attorney for Morgan & Morgan’s complex litigation group, has been appointed by U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani as interim lead counsel in the consolidated data breach action against Zoll Medical Corp. According to the information available, the federal court in Massachusetts had numerous well-experienced litigators to choose from, with Martin’s detailed…