In an end-of-year trend that goes above and beyond the standard bonus structure, Tensegrity Law Group LLP and Irell & Manella LLP have substantially exceeded market rates, according to recent reports. These two intellectual property litigation firms are turning heads in the industry with their generous remunerations. While bonus developments across the sector are often…
In this climate of international conflict and national political unrest, not much holiday sentiment can be found. Wars in prominent locations, such as Ukraine and Russia, as well as Israel and Hamas, persist, shrouding hearts in dismay rather than holiday cheer. On the home front, political gridlock in Washington, D.C. and within several states serve…
Florida’s highest court, in a significant ruling, has created a higher threshold for civil litigators seeking new trials over allegations of juror bias. This decision has grave implications for dispute resolution strategies and risk management for corporations and law firms alike. The landmark ruling by the state Supreme Court negates the automatic right to retrials…
With a formerly unbeaten track record of nine consecutive defense verdicts, Bayer AG’s success concerning litigation over its subsidiary Monsanto’s Roundup suddenly came to a halt when five verdicts resulted in over $2 billion in penalties throughout 2023. Roundup has been on the receiving end of legal actions due to allegations that its key ingredient…
A recent lawsuit by patent monetization company Arigna Technology Limited against Longford Capital has unveiled significant terms of the litigation funder’s relationship with high-profile boutique law firm Susman Godfrey. The suit was confidentially submitted to Delaware’s U.S. District Court last week. Arigna, an affiliate of Dublin-based patent monetization specialist Atlantic IP Services Ltd, has sued…
In a move set to raise eyebrows in the global corporate legal fraternity, the IP litigation boutique firm, Tensegrity Law Group, has once again exceeded expectations with its annual bonus announcements. Touted as surpassing the well-recognized Cravath scale, the firm’s freshly unveiled year-end bonuses are making a substantial impression. As detailed by partner Azra Hadzimehmedovic…
A former Gibson attorney was recently handed a two-month sentence for insider trading, raising pertinent questions on the ethical learning that law schools provide. One wonders if teaching about not leaving a paper trail should be included in the curriculum. This verdict has reverberated across the legal community, with the full details of the case…
A former partner at New York litigation firm Moses Singer is alleging gender discrimination, sexual harassment, unequal pay, and withheld work opportunities, according to a recent article from Bloomberg Law. Meghan Daneshrad alleges that all these happened prior to her termination, which she deems is a retaliatory move. Daneshrad claims that she was unjustly fired…
Welcome back to the Big Law Business column. Today, we’ll be exploring the odds for what could transpire in the year ahead for the legal landscape of the world’s largest corporations and law firms. Following a long and demanding year, the return of the Big Law Sportsbook is here for another round of predictions. For…
In a turn of events, the owner of two hemp processing companies, currently embroiled in an investment dispute lawsuit, addressed a Colorado federal judge stating that he, along with his lawyer, have received two death threats since the inception of the lawsuit. The alleged threats have added a new layer of complexity to the ongoing…
Renowned law firm, Barnes & Thornburg, recently announced the addition of Leslie K. Eason to their team. Set to be a partner in the labor and employment department in Atlanta, Eason’s wealth of litigation experience will undeniably be a significant asset to the firm. Her past experience includes litigating multi-plaintiff, collective action, and class action…
In an impressive display of competitiveness, Perry Law, a newly-established litigation boutique, is offering substantial salary raises and year-end bonuses to its employees, matching the financial compensation traditionally seen in larger, long-established law firms. The firm, which launched merely six months ago, has made its presence felt in the legal landscape by rewarding staff in…
Legal professionals in large-scale corporations and renowned law firms might be aware that Alternative Legal Service Providers (ALSPs) have been particularly active this year. Developments in 2023 range from the creation of sophisticated generative AI tools to the restructuring of the business landscape through influential Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A). The proliferation of technology in legal…
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear the oral argument in February on whether to freeze a plan, proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), designed to reduce ozone levels across the United States while litigation over the plan continues in a federal appeals court. The application for this stay was submitted by three…
In a year that saw numerous major acquisitions from law firms such as Paul Weiss, Sidley Austin, with its ambitious strategy and unique hunger for disruption, has emerged as an undeniable presence on the global legal stage. Sidley Austin’s leadership appears to be taking strides not just in private equity, but in pushing the boundaries…
In response to the escalating payout competition among Biglaw firms, boutique law firms have emerged as a competing force, matching and even surpassing the generous compensation these larger entities offer. Boutique law firms, even ones recently launched, are striving to secure their position in the talent competition of associate attorneys. Perry Law, a litigation boutique…
In their quest to serve the entire legal community, ALM Media has introduced new components to their annual Professional Excellence Awards. The aim is to shine a light on the impressive work and triumphs across the comprehensive spectrum of legal communities that their publications cater to. They have categories in designated regions and are also…
The world of legal news is forever dynamic, as evidenced by the updates provided today, December 20, 2023. Several noteworthy events caught the attention of legal professionals across the globe. In the latest development concerning former U.S. President Trump, the Colorado Supreme Court has disqualified him from the presidential ballot. This decision was expected as…
A conservative litigation group is suing leaders at the Wisconsin State Bar Association over its diversity clerkship program. Wisconsin Attorney Daniel Suhr, represented by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), alleges the bar’s program is unconstitutional. Suhr’s complaint argues that his First Amendment rights are being violated as his compulsory dues used to…
In a recent legal brief reported by Law.com, a judge presiding over cases involving e-cigarette manufacturer Juul signalled dissatisfaction with the lack of diversity within the plaintiffs’ team, admonishing: ‘You Have to Do Better.’ No specifics were given by the judge as to what kind of improvements in diversity were expected, shedding light on the…
As the nation and the world continue to observe the post-presidential developments and legal struggles of Donald Trump, his fate now appears to rest significantly with the US Supreme Court—a body largely shaped by Trump’s own nominations during his tenure. This new dynamic introduces some profound considerations that legal professionals need to be aware of,…
Last month, the US Supreme Court heard arguments in Securities and Exchange Commission v. Jarkesy. The justices’ queries hinted towards the likelihood of the SEC’s in-house tribunal being declared, at least partially, unconstitutional. This case advances on the heels of the Fifth Circuit asserting that the SEC’s in-house adjudication of securities fraud claims infringes upon…
Music has the power to unite and uplift, a strength not to be underestimated in trying times. This notion reverberates notably in the realm of Intellectual Property (IP) litigation amid the intersection of celebrity drama and justice. The recent case involving country music superstar, Luke Combs, is a prime example of such an instance. Combs…
Country musician Luke Combs was recently thrown into the middle of a legal row, as he addressed a $250,000 judgment ruled against a Florida woman who faced charges for selling handmade drink tumblers bearing the musician’s image. The case garnered attention for the significant sum ruled against the woman who, ironically, only made $380 through…
Reflecting on the Delaware corporate litigation landscape of 2023, several crucial learnings emerge from the decisions handed down by the state’s highest courts over the year. Amidst a backdrop of high-profile cases garnering national attention, the real, long-term implications derive from litigation events of more significant relevance to those litigating the world’s major business transactions….