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In this week's Legal Speak episode, ALM and Law Business Research CEO Nick Brailey discuss the companies' recent merger while introducing listeners to the man behind the leadership title. Brailey became CEO of ALM...

The U.S. Supreme Court made a groundbreaking decision on Wednesday that could have significant implications for cases of reverse discrimination. The case in question involves Marlean Ames, a straight white woman who alleged that...

Orthofix, a company specializing in orthopedic medical devices, made headlines when it fired its chief legal officer, chief financial officer, and CEO 18 months ago for what was simply described as "offensive conduct." This...

Former Boise law firm partner censured for inappropriate behaviorIn a recent development that has sparked discussions about workplace ethics, a former partner at a law firm in Boise, Idaho, has been publicly censured for...

Delaware Supreme Court Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr. recently expressed his concerns about the legislature moving faster than the court in resolving issues related to corporate litigation in the state. This statement came amidst...

The Legal Field and AI: A Wild RideSo, as a fresh-out-of-law-school grad, I’ve had a front-row seat to the crazy world of artificial intelligence in the legal field. It’s been a trip, let me...

Alright, so like, two Democratic lawmakers are kinda upset with these BigLaw firms, you know? They asked them about these pro bono deals they made with Trump to avoid getting in trouble with some...

Hey there folks, so I got some juicy news for you straight out of Albany, New York. A lawyer named Luke Malamood, who's 40 years old, is in some hot water. Apparently, he's been...

Lawyers: Going Beyond the Legal Grind to Show AppreciationIn the fast-paced world of law, where courtrooms are like second homes and paperwork is a daily chore, it's not often that lawyers get a pat...

In a recent court ruling, Paul Eric Petruska, former chief trial attorney for Zurich Insurance Co., faced an indefinite suspension for engaging in secret settlement negotiations. The Missouri Supreme Court ruled 6-1 to suspend...

Alright, so get this: a former Ohio lawyer got himself into some serious trouble for allegedly being involved in the fatal stabbing of his divorce client back in 2013. Yep, you heard me right....

Justin Nowell, a 35-year-old Partner at Sidley Austin in New York, recently shared valuable advice on achieving partnership in the legal field. Reflecting on his journey, Nowell emphasized the importance of not doubting one's...

So, like, at this thing in April, Legal Speak like, talked to a bunch of important people at the General Counsel Midwest Conference in Chicago. You know, a bunch of general counsels, tech people,...

President Trump just announced his first pick for the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati, and her name is Whitney Hermandorfer. According to various sources like Reuters, the New York Times, Bloomberg...

Jones Day, a prominent law firm, recently reached a resolution in a lawsuit alleging bias in their family leave policy towards male attorneys. The lawsuit, filed by former associates Mark Savignac and Julia Sheketoff,...

Cultivating corn in early fall, Stowe Vermont, USA. Credit: Don Landwehrle/Adobe StockSo, like, there's this thing happening in Stowe, Vermont, USA where they're all about growing corn in the early fall. Don Landwehrle from...

President Donald Trump's recent judicial nominations for Missouri federal courts and the D.C. Superior Court are causing quite a stir. The list includes alums from Thompson Coburn and Armstrong Teasdale, two prominent law firms....

Lawyers Getting Paid Big BucksSo, get this - Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors, a litigation boutique law firm, is bumping up the salaries for first-year associates to a whopping $300,000 starting September 1. That's $50,000...

The article you read in the local newspaper highlighted the importance of empathy in the role of general counsel for the year 2025. The story featured insights from Jasmine Sing, general counsel of Ironclad,...

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan is causing quite a stir as her hearing approaches. People in the legal field, including litigators, judges, and academics, are buzzing about the potential impact of her case...

It was a regular Monday afternoon when the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals at Boston made a decision that could impact the lives of hundreds of thousands of migrants in the United States....

Motherhood can be a real trip, let me tell you. One minute you're staring into a laundry basket, searching for a missing sock, and the next you're transported back in time to your own...

The U.S. Supreme Court was embroiled in a heated debate on Monday over the plea of Texas death row inmate Ruben Gutierrez for a DNA test to prove his innocence in a 1998 murder...

A lawyer from the Department of Justice is facing disbarment for his involvement in a shady foreign influence scheme linked to his friendship with hip-hop artist Prakazrel “Pras” Michel. George A. Higginbotham, the lawyer,...

Democratic state attorneys general from over a dozen states have banded together to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration for the mass firing of tens of thousands of probationary federal workers. The lawsuit,...

Hey guys, so I stumbled upon this article about a federal judge’s ruling on President Donald Trump’s executive order targeting Perkins Coie. Apparently, some law firm leaders and ethics experts are calling it a...

So, the California Supreme Court justices are a bit worried about the state bar using AI to come up with test questions. They're waiting for investigations to wrap up before making any decisions. ...

Former Judges Speak Out Against Partisan Attacks on JudiciaryIn today's tumultuous political climate, the judiciary is facing unprecedented challenges from partisan attacks. Former U.S. District Judge Paul Grimm of the District of Maryland has...

So, there's some big news in town, folks! The federal government is all up in the Harvard Law Review's business, investigating them for alleged race-based discrimination. According to the U.S. Department of Health and...

The Justice Department, led by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, has made a bold move to prevent the hiring of law firms that oppose the United States government in court. In a recent memo...

Alex Mashinsky, the dude who used to run Celsius Network Ltd., showed up at court in New York yesterday, May 8, 2025. He copped to two counts of fraud in one of the last...

In a recent announcement, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth revealed that the top judge advocates general for the Army, Navy, and Air Force will be replaced, marking a significant shift in the military legal...

U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi, seen here sweating bullets during her confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, June 15, 2025. In the hot seat, Bondi faces questions on her ethics, but...

As the anticipation builds for the 97th Academy Awards this Sunday, movie enthusiasts everywhere are eagerly awaiting to see which legal films will take home the prestigious Oscars. Will Zoe Saldaña clinch the "best...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently made a significant ruling that has sent ripples through the real estate industry. In a case involving a startup real estate broker, REX Real...

Alright, so like, there was this whole big thing at the Essex County Courthouse that went down. Apparently, this dude from Ghana who's a member of Parliament said some stuff about a BBC journalist...

In the ever-evolving landscape of the legal profession, one area that has seen significant advancements is e-discovery tools. Historically, the legal industry has been somewhat slow to embrace new technologies. However, when Congress amended...

Senior Judge Beryl Howell, of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, recently raised questions about the legality of President Donald Trump's decision to fire National Labor Relations Board member Gwynne Wilcox....

The recent crackdown on Russian crypto kingpins involved in a billion-dollar laundering scheme has sent shockwaves through the global financial community. The U.S. Department of Justice made a significant announcement last Friday, revealing charges...

So like, there's this federal judge guy, right? His name is J. Harvie Wilkinson III and he's like, super conservative and stuff. He recently wrote two opinions that are making waves in the legal...

Chief Justice Halts Deadline for Foreign-Aid FundsIn a recent development, Chief Justice John Roberts has intervened to delay a federal judge's deadline regarding the restoration of foreign-aid funds by the U.S. government. This administrative...

So, like, there’s this whole thing going on with AMC Theatres in Baltimore, MD, right? Apparently, there’s a lawsuit happening because some people feel like their shares got all messed up during a stock...

On Monday, the Supreme Court of the United States declined to hear the case of a death row prisoner believed to have intellectual disabilities. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, along with her two left-of center colleagues, responded...

So, like, apparently law schools are, you know, getting tons of applications this year. Like, a lot. Some schools are seeing, like, a 20% to 30% increase in applications. And get this, the Law...

So, like, this litigation boutique law firm called Wilkinson Stekloff is gonna be handing out some serious cash to their associates. I'm talking bonuses ranging from $25,000 to $60,000, according to a memo the...

Seasoned Journalist's Crafted Article:The legal realm has been shaken by a recent controversy surrounding U.S. District Judge M. Casey Rodgers of the Northern District of Florida. Judge Rodgers was assigned to oversee a multidistrict...

A California lawyer, Sara Jacqueline King, got herself in hot water recently. She was accused of blowing nearly $9 million of investor money on gambling and living the high life. And guess what? She's...

Yo, so check it out - this workers' rights group is accusing Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom of messing with their employees' chats about the law firm's deal with Donald Trump. The group...

Mathew D'Souza's estate, represented by a trustee, has taken legal action against Blockware Mining in Illinois state court. The estate accuses the Chicago-based Bitcoin infrastructure company of breaching a contract and withholding millions of...

So, like, there's this lawsuit happening, right? A bunch of conservative folks are all bent out of shape about the ABA's scholarship program. They're saying it's like, super discriminatory and against federal law and...