John Bel Edwards, the outgoing Governor of Louisiana, is set to join the New Orleans-based litigation boutique, Fishman Haygood LLP, immediately after concluding his term in office next week. The announcement was made by the firm this Thursday and marks the latest move in the state Governor’s blossoming legal career. Known for his pragmatic leadership…
The Biden administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) has called on the federal judiciary to put in place a rule to address concerns over “forum shopping”. Defined as the practice wherein lawsuits are strategically filed in courts likely to yield favorable rulings against the federal government, forum shopping has been a long-standing issue in the legal…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced on Thursday the appointment of former Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP partner Sharon Israel as its newest Chief Policy Officer and Director for International Affairs. The role becomes effective from January 8 onwards. This wall street law firm partner will now be taking on a key role…
The ABA TECHSHOW 2024, happening on February 14-17 in Chicago, will feature 15 innovative legal tech startups in their eighth annual Startup Alley. The shortlisted 15 were sifted out from a total of 51,670 votes. These startups, which have given a fresh and inventive edge to the legal technology scene, will compete in a riveting…
In recent legal developments, New Jersey’s emerging legal cannabis market has been pointed to as a positive exemplar for other states to follow. Christopher Riggs, the chief counsel to New Jersey’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission, expressed optimism on the state’s progress. Additionally, various law firms in the region, such as Scura Wigfield Heyer Stevens & Cammarota,…
In an unforeseen turn of events, CS Disco Inc., a key player in the legal technology landscape, announced on Thursday that their leading sales executive will be leaving the company effective immediately. This issue presents an interesting case for the legal tech sector, a market already fraught with complexity, as the executive’s departure comes in…
Flaster Greenberg PC has elected Alexander Brown and Matthew J. Meltzer as shareholders. The news was announced on the firm’s website and originally reported by Bloomberg Tax Automation. Flaster Greenberg announced the litigation experience of Alexander Brown, who has been involved in complex commercial matters in both state and federal courts. His representation extends to…
Andrew R. Kopsidas has recently joined legal practice Blank Rome as a partner in the intellectual property litigation group based in Washington, D.C. His appointment was announced by the firm on Thursday. Kopsidas brings with him a wealth of experience from his previous position at Hughes Hubbard & Reed. He has represented clients before the…
A Texas federal judge has recommended David T. Moran, of Jackson Walker LLP, to fulfill the role of special master in a challenging discovery phase of an antitrust suit involving Google. The suit has been brought forth by a coalition of conservative attorneys general and is slated to go to trial next year. The selection…
For many associates at large law firms who find themselves seeking new opportunities, midsize firms often come under consideration. However, the road to making sizable career decisions, such as moving from Biglaw to a midsize firm, is fraught with questions and uncertainties. To provide some clarity into what life at a midsize firm may look…
The prevailing consensus emerging from Google’s landmark antitrust case is that significant shifts are on the horizon for the tech giant’s app store business. This comes after a jury decided this week, marking a first for this century, that a large tech company had infringed upon US antitrust laws. The detailed coverage of the event…
While the social media platform Snapchat may be best known for its unique feature of disappearing messages, it has also unfortunately been used for more nefarious purposes, such as drug dealing. Now, the parents of children targeted by these drug dealers are focusing their legal efforts not only on the dealers themselves, but also on…
Caution is a virtue being urged upon businesses following a trend of lawsuits based on the Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA). This recent spurt of litigation primarily targets companies dispatching billing-related correspondences outside conventional business hours, notably between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m. This wave of action is aimed at class actions rising from…
Richard J. Miller has been recruited by prominent law firm Hughes Hubbard & Reed, to serve as a partner in their private client services law practice group in New York, as announced by the firm on Wednesday. Miller is notably proficient in the realm of complex wealth transfer tax planning, trust and estate administration, and…
Greenberg Traurig, one of the world’s leading global law firms, has added another notable member to its litigation practice. The firm announced on Thursday that Louis D. Lopez has joined their team as a shareholder, operating out of the Phoenix office. The news was reported by Bloomberg Law Automation. Lopez brings with him a wealth…
As we usher in the new year, we look back at the principal legal events and developments of 2023 that made headlines not only within the legal fraternity but also an impact on a global scale. Drawing from Law Technology News’ collection of most-read articles, these narratives offered riveting insights into the shifts within the…
It’s been eight months since Birmingham-based law firm Bradley Arant Boult Cummings launched its Atlanta office, and so far, growth seems to be on track. In a recent statement, the Atlanta office managing partner, Sidney Welch, expressed optimism at the progress made in establishing the office as a full-service provider, with a focus that had…
Welcome to today’s legal briefing. In the news, a detailed account of Jay Sekulow’s legal and advocacy ventures reveals substantial financial gains for the lawyer and his family. Sekulow, well-known for his involvement in right-wing litigation, along with his family and associated companies, have reportedly funneled over $145 million through these endeavors, according to research…
In a significant move to enhance its antitrust and competition practice, DLA Piper has welcomed three new litigation partners. Formerly of Norton Rose Fulbright, Amanda Wait, Victor Domen and Carsten Reichel will now ply their expertise at DLA Piper, as confirmed by the firm on Wednesday. DLA Piper’s decision to incorporate these talented individuals into…
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Texas and Governor Greg Abbott, escalating tensions over the state’s recent law criminalizing illegal entry from outside the United States. Central to the lawsuit is Texas’s assertion of jurisdiction, typically reserved for federal authorities, in border matters. The case resides in the US District Court for…
A personal injury plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against a lawyer and a consumer legal fund, alleging that he was asked to foot the bill for litigation funding he had not consented to. The case involves Sean Murtaugh, who was entailed with an employment lawsuit after sustaining injuries in a 2018 workplace incident. Murtaugh received…
The year has seen a significant increase in media coverage of new lawsuits, compelling defence attorneys to design a robust public relations strategy that enhances their legal plans. According to Nathan Burchfiel at Pinkston and Ryan June at Castañeda + Heidelman, this PR blueprint should incorporate several objectives so as to strike a balance between…
In an attempt to limit the fallout originating from a legal dispute with a former employee’s bankruptcy estate, Major, Lindsey & Africa, along with its legal counsel, have been alleged to consider purchasing an unfiled claim, as revealed in a recent filing in New York state court. Sharon Mahn, a dismissed Major Lindsey recruiter whose…
As we progress into the new year, it behooves legal professionals to look back and cast a discerning eye over the landscape of legal education litigation. Scandals, legal actions, and general developments in this important facet of our industry unfolded in 2023, in myriad forms, and their impact and implications carry a deep resonance for…
In a surprising turn of events, former US Bankruptcy Judge David Jones, who resigned in the midst of an ethical probe, is now attempting to quash a lawsuit that previously brought his undisclosed relationship with a bankruptcy attorney to public scrutiny. This relationship, with Elizabeth Freeman, then an attorney at Jackson Walker LLP, created suspicions…