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AI Committee for Georgia Courts: Advancing Technology in the Legal System

The Supreme Court of Georgia has established a new artificial intelligence committee, with Justice Andrew A. Pinson as its chairperson, making him the youngest sitting jurist to hold this position. The committee's main objective...
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Navigating Wealth as a New Partner: Essential Things to Know

Navigating Wealth as a New Partner: Essential Things to KnowWhen it comes to wealth, things can get complicated. There are plenty of stories out there about successful lawyers who have lost their wealth. It's...
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Creating a Path Back for Disbarred Attorneys: A Story of Resilience and Redemption

Attorney Donald M. Lomurro recounted a conversation he had with his client, Dionne Laurel Wade, where he expressed his belief that they could change the law despite the inevitable loss. Wade, a Black woman...
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Paul Weiss Continues to Surpass Kirkland in Funds Practice

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison has recently welcomed a new partner from Kirkland & Ellis in London. This addition comes shortly after another financial regulatory partner made the switch from Kirkland to Paul...
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Maximizing Profitability Despite Rising Rates: Why It’s Possible

Many law firms are facing the challenge of maximizing profitability despite rising rates. According to the 2024 Strategic Pricing Survey from LawVision, about 60% of firms increased their rates by 6% or more this...
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Landmark $604.9M Verdict in Low-Carbon Fuels Trade Secrets Trial

Propel Fuels, a company that sells environmentally friendly fuels in California, recently won a significant legal battle against Phillips 66 Co., a major energy corporation. The jury awarded Propel Fuels a staggering $604.9 million...
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Legalweek 2025: Rob Lowe to Headline Conference

Legalweek 2025 is gearing up to be an exciting event as actor, producer, and director Rob Lowe has been announced as the opening keynote speaker for the conference, which will be held at the...
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Marriott’s Data Breach Settlement: A $52 Million Warning Sign

Marriott International and its subsidiary, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, recently settled a massive data breach case with the Federal Trade Commission and 49 state attorneys general. This settlement comes as a warning sign...
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Johnson & Johnson’s Third Talc Bankruptcy Case Stays in Texas

A bankruptcy judge decided that Johnson & Johnson's third Chapter 11 case regarding talcum powder lawsuits will stay in Texas. The decision came after U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez of the Southern District of...
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Mango Labs Lawsuit: Ex-Employees Sued for $10M Over Governance Issues

Mango Labs, a decentralized cryptocurrency exchange, has taken legal action against 12 individuals, including ex-employees, in a federal court in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The lawsuit alleges that these individuals were involved in a...
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Boutique Law Firm Exceeds Cravath Associate Pay to Maintain Competitive Edge

A boutique law firm in Austin, Texas, called Gjerset & Lorenz, has made a bold move to exceed the standard associate pay rates in the legal market. The firm announced that this decision was...
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Addressing Concerns of Seniors on Illegal Immigration Costs: Mayor’s Response

Seniors in our community have been voicing concerns about the rising costs associated with illegal immigration. However, their worries seem to have fallen on deaf ears as the response from the mayor was less...
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Empowering Women: Legal Insights from Carolyn Burbank at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024

Empowering Women: Legal Insights from Carolyn Burbank at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024The Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) conference for 2024 has officially kicked off in Chicago, and the atmosphere is...
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Lawyer Faces Ethics Charge for Allegedly Hiring Israeli Hackers to Access Judge’s Emails

A California Lawyer Faces Ethics Charge for Allegedly Hiring Israeli Hackers to Access Judge's EmailsA California bar court judge has denied a lawyer's bid to dismiss an ethics charge alleging that he planned to...
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Suing Over Fake Online Reviews: Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Law Firm

Houston Law Firm Wins Appeal to Sue Over Fake Online ReviewsIn a recent ruling by the Ohio Fifth District Court of Appeals, a Houston law firm has been granted the right to sue for...
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Female Attorney Shares Harassment Experiences in BigLaw After 30 Years

Erin Gordon's Brave Story of Confronting Harassment in Big LawErin Gordon, a former lawyer turned author, has recently released a powerful book titled "Look What You Made Me Do: Confronting Heartbreak & Harassment in...
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Taft Law Firm Predicts Significant Revenue Growth After Planned Merger

Taft Law Firm Anticipates Substantial Revenue Growth Following Planned MergerTaft Stettinius & Hollister, a prominent law firm, is gearing up for a significant transformation with its planned merger with Denver-based Sherman & Howard. This...
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Differences Between Canadian and American Court Systems: What You Need to Know

Differences Between Canadian and American Court Systems: Exploring the ContrastsWhen it comes to the judicial systems in Canada and the United States, there are several key differences that distinguish them from each other. From...
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Empowering Women: Legal Expert Dawn Reynolds Pettit Speaks at Women, Influence and Power Conference...

Legal expert Dawn Reynolds Pettit recently took the stage at the Women, Influence and Power in Law (WIPL) 2024 conference in Chicago, captivating the audience with her empowering message. The annual conference, hosted by...
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Jones Day’s Family-Leave Policy Discrimination Suit Allowed to Proceed to Trial

Jones Day's Family-Leave Policy Discrimination Suit Allowed to Proceed to TrialA federal judge has ruled that two former associates at Jones Day can go to trial on seven claims against the law firm, including...
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Lawyer awarded $3.3M for snowmobile crash into Army helicopter

Federal Judge Awards Lawyer $3.3M in Damages for Snowmobile Crash into Army HelicopterIn a recent ruling, a federal judge in Massachusetts awarded $3.3 million in damages to a lawyer for injuries sustained in a...
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Top BigLaw Partners to Charge Nearly $3,000 per Hour in 2023

BigLaw Partners Set to Charge Record Rates in 2023As we look ahead to 2023, the legal industry is poised to see a significant increase in billing rates for some of the top partners in...
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ABA Lawyers to Celebrate Historic 1924 Visit in UK

ABA Lawyers to Celebrate Historic 1924 Visit in UKIn 1924, J. Carroll Hayes documented the significant event of the American Bar Association's first visit to the United Kingdom. This fall, the International Law Section...
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Death row inmate granted right to sue after 26 years in solitary confinement

Death Row Inmate Granted Right to Sue After 26 Years in Solitary ConfinementAfter spending 26 years in solitary confinement, a death row inmate in Pennsylvania has been granted the right to sue the state's...
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DoorDash Investigates NLJ 500 Firm’s Ties to Chicago Market

DoorDash, the popular online food delivery service, has recently launched an investigation into the ties between a prominent law firm and the Chicago market. The firm in question, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, is a...
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Supreme Court urged to protect insurance coverage for preventive care

The federal government is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a case that could have significant implications for insurance coverage of preventive care services. The case centers around the constitutionality of the...
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Penn Law Professor Receives Half-Pay Suspension for Discriminatory Comments

University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School Professor Faces Half-Pay Suspension for Discriminatory CommentsA professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, Amy Wax, has been suspended with half pay and full benefits for...
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Express Scripts’ Defamation Lawsuit Against FTC Likely to Fail, According to Legal Expert

Express Scripts, a prominent pharmacy benefit manager, recently filed a defamation lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleging that the agency's report portrayed the company and the industry as greedy. However, legal experts...
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Sale of Infowars Ordered by Judge: What’s Next for Alex Jones?

Sale of Infowars Ordered by Judge: Alex Jones Faces Uncertain FutureIn a groundbreaking decision, a federal judge in Texas has ordered the auction and sale of Alex Jones' media company, Free Speech Systems LLC....
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Title: Legal Motion Argues Straight White Woman Cannot Sue BigLaw Diversity Fellowship for Not...

Legal Battle Over BigLaw Diversity FellowshipIn a recent legal motion, King & Spalding, a prominent law firm, argued that a former law student, Sarah Spitalnick, lacked standing to sue over their summer associate diversity...
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Sleep and Anxiety Issues Rampant Among Lawyers: Study Findings

**Sleep and Anxiety Issues Rampant Among Lawyers: Study Findings**Disrupted sleep and anxiety are prevalent well-being issues among lawyers, as revealed by a recent survey conducted by Bloomberg Law. These challenges not only impact their...
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Dismissal of Stock-Drop Securities Class Action Against Meta by Latham Team

Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook, recently found itself in the spotlight as it faced a stock-drop securities class action lawsuit in a California federal court. Represented by the esteemed legal...
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Navigating the First 100 Days: Tips from Legal Leaders | Law.com

Navigating the First 100 Days: Expert Tips for Legal LeadersAs legal professionals, the first 100 days in a new role or position can be crucial for setting the tone and laying the foundation for...
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NY Government Seeks Appellate Court to Lift Injunction on Lawmakers’ Earnings Cap

New York Government Seeks Appellate Court to Lift Injunction on Lawmakers' Earnings CapLawyers representing the New York government are currently in the process of requesting an appellate court to lift a preliminary injunction on...
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Legal Tech Firm’s Compliance with Labor Relations Act in Collective Bargaining | Law.com

Legal Tech Firm's Compliance with Labor Relations Act in Collective BargainingIn a recent development, a Dallas-based legal technology company has successfully appealed a ruling by the National Labor Relations Board that it violated the...
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Securing Elections: ABA’s Advocacy for Ballot Access

Securing Elections: ABA's Advocacy for Ballot AccessAs an organization dedicated to upholding justice and the rule of law, the American Bar Association prioritizes safeguarding the fundamental right to vote. Among its extensive efforts, the...
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Desmarais Team Secures $45M Award for IBM in Zynga Games Patent Dispute

Desmarais Team Wins Landmark $45 Million Verdict for IBM in Zynga Games Patent DisputeIn a groundbreaking legal victory, a Desmarais team has secured a $44.9 million award for IBM in a patent dispute against...
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Rescheduled Panera Bread Lemonade Trial Denied by Judge | Law.com

Panera Bread Lemonade Trial Denied by JudgeA federal judge in Pennsylvania has denied Shook, Hardy & Bacon attorneys' attempts to further delay the trial in a products liability suit against Panera Bread Co. The...
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Understanding the Importance of Corporate Associate Billing in Law Firms

The Significance of Corporate Associate Billing in Law FirmsAs the legal industry continues to evolve and adapt to changing market dynamics, the importance of corporate associate billing in law firms has become increasingly apparent....
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Yailin La Más Viral Sues 6ix9ine for Abuse and Fraud – Legal Proceedings and...

Yailin La Más Viral Takes Legal Action Against 6ix9ineIn a shocking turn of events, Yailin La Más Viral, the talented Dominican rapper and singer, has filed a lawsuit against her ex-boyfriend, Daniel Hernandez, better...
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Challenges Faced by Lawyers in Small Town After Judge’s Death

Challenges Faced by Lawyers in Small Town After Judge's DeathIn a small town like Hazard, Kentucky, the legal community was thrown into disarray following the unexpected death of Judge Scott Blair. Attorney General Russell...
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Federal Appeals Courts with Unique Local Rules: What You Need to Know

Federal Appeals Courts: Diving into Unique Local RulesExploring the inner workings of the Federal Appeals Courts can be a fascinating journey for legal enthusiasts. Each circuit has its own set of rules and procedures...
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Legal Implications of AI-Generated Deepfake Videos

Legal Ramifications of AI-Generated Deepfake VideosThe issue of deepfake videos infiltrating courtrooms as evidence presents a longstanding challenge that continues to evolve with advancements in technology. Damien Riehl, vice president of vLex, a global...
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Diocese Bankruptcy: Legal Fees vs. Victims’ Compensation Examination

Victims' Compensation Dispute in Norwich Diocese Bankruptcy CaseThe ongoing bankruptcy case of the Norwich Roman Catholic Diocese in Connecticut has sparked controversy and outrage among alleged victims of childhood sexual abuse. These victims claim...
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Johnson & Johnson’s Third Talc Bankruptcy in Texas: What You Need to Know

Johnson & Johnson's Third Talc Bankruptcy in Texas: What You Need to KnowJohnson & Johnson made headlines on Friday with the announcement that its subsidiary would be filing a third Chapter 11 bankruptcy to...
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Americans Increasingly Seeking Second Passports: Lawyers Report Surge

Americans Increasingly Seeking Second Passports: Attorneys Report Surge in Dual Citizenship ApplicationsAs uncertainty looms in the United States, a growing number of Americans are turning to lawyers for assistance in obtaining second passports and...
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Future Outlook for Licensed Paraprofessionals: Trends and Opportunities

Licensed paraprofessionals play a crucial role in bridging the access-to-justice gap in the legal system. With the majority of Americans not receiving adequate help for civil legal needs, the need for alternative legal service...
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Barbri Expands Digital Training with Acquisition of Skillburst | Law.com

Barbri, a prominent legal education company, made headlines on Wednesday with the announcement of its acquisition of SkillBurst Interactive, a leading law firm training provider. This strategic move marks Barbri's expansion into the digital...
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Doug Emhoff Joins Top Lawyers for Harris Fundraisers | Law.com

Doug Emhoff Raises Big Bucks for Kamala Harris CampaignSecond Gentleman Doug Emhoff is making waves in the political fundraising scene as he headlines a series of events aimed at garnering support and financial contributions...
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Miley Cyrus Copyright Complaint: ‘Flowers’ Song Allegedly Derived From Bruno Mars – Law.com

Miley Cyrus Faces Copyright Complaint Over Alleged Bruno Mars InfluenceIn a surprising turn of events, Miley Cyrus is now embroiled in a copyright infringement complaint filed by a team from Willkie Farr & Gallagher....