Morning Docket: 11.05.24
Briefly

Several Big Law firms are now treating nonequity lawyers as full partners for tax purposes, while denying them the actual profit share received by equity partners. This creates a significant disparity in how these lawyers are compensated despite being recognized as partners in tax terms.
The state of Texas faced challenges concerning its voting laws, with AG Ken Paxton asserting the state's capability to comply without Department of Justice intervention. However, the DOJ intends to monitor compliance as a safeguard.
Unlike four years ago, large law firms show hesitancy in granting time off for employees to vote, indicating a shift in policies regarding employee engagement in the electoral process.
The Supreme Court's involvement in a challenge regarding Louisiana's congressional maps may have broader implications for the Voting Rights Act, showcasing the ongoing tensions and debates surrounding voting rights in the current political climate.
Read at Above the Law
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