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fromAbove the Law
10 hours ago

Milbank Moves On Summer Bonuses While Biglaw Firms Stall On Matching - Above the Law

Biglaw firms have not yet publicly matched midsize firms' summer associate bonuses; firms are urged to announce matches promptly, with September 22 as a deadline.
fromabovethelaw.com
14 hours ago

Morning Docket: 09.03.25

* Google avoids having to spin off Chrome. [Law360] * Lawyers using time saved by AI for more work. [Legal Cheek] * Charging documents for former Biglaw associate arrested in D.C. say someone said hostile things to National Guard troops and a day later they decided it was him. We might have another no bill on our hands. [National Law Journal]
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fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Extreme Work Quotas: Wrong On Multiple Grounds In Today's World - Above the Law

Assuming 52 weeks a year, working 2400 hours means working over 46 hours a week, week in and week out. That's a little over 9 hours a day assuming a five-day week. I know, what big law associate works 5 days a week? At 6 days a week, your daily grind is manageable 7.6 hours a day. Of course, that means working what most people would consider a full day every single Saturday.
Law
#executive-orders
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fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

EEOC data requests to law firms were not mandatory, agency says in court filing

EEOC says letters to 20 BigLaw firms were informal information gathering, not mandatory demands, and contends plaintiffs lack standing.
#trump-administration
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
US politics

Paul Weiss & Kirkland Doing Free Trump Commerce Department Work As Part Of 'Please Don't Hurt Us, Daddy' Deals - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
US politics

Simpson Thacher Associate Quit Biglaw After Firm Capitulated To Trump. Now He's Running For Congress. - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
US politics

Paul Weiss & Kirkland Doing Free Trump Commerce Department Work As Part Of 'Please Don't Hurt Us, Daddy' Deals - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
US politics

Simpson Thacher Associate Quit Biglaw After Firm Capitulated To Trump. Now He's Running For Congress. - Above the Law

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fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

In-House Leaders Say Lawyers At These Biglaw Firms Are Client Service 'All-Stars' (2025) - Above the Law

Littler, Greenberg Traurig, and McGuire Woods lead in-house client-service all-star selections with 6, 5, and 5 attorneys respectively.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Top Biglaw Firm Increases Its Office Attendance Mandate To Four Days - But Only For Corporate Associates - Above the Law

DLA Piper mandates four in-office days for U.S. corporate attorneys to enhance collaboration and mentorship.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Show Up Or Pay For It - See Also - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are penalizing attorneys for not maintaining a visible presence in the office.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Biglaw Firms Continue To Depend On Attendance Mandates, And Lawyers Who Don't Abide Are Getting Punished - Above the Law

Hybrid work policies in Biglaw firms primarily include flexible and fixed arrangements, with three days in the office being the norm.
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Lawyers who quit BigLaw mostly jobless, but 2 work for opposition firm and another runs for Congress

Some of the attorneys are resurfacing months later in jobs outside of Big Law, from running for Congress to working at a small firm taking on the Trump administration.
US politics
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

BigLaw firms' internal investigation likely protected from lawsuit disclosure, 6th Circuit says

The 6th Circuit cited the U.S. Supreme Court's 1981 decision in Upjohn Co. v. United States, which held that attorney-client privilege applies when companies seek legal advice through internal investigations.
Law
#summer-bonuses
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

The Dollar Signs Are Heading Your Way! - See Also - Above the Law

Hueston Hennigan announces summer bonuses, DOJ leaks lawyer identities, Biglaw partner dies in suicide, bar exam participation offers $1500, PACER hacked.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Milbank Issues Summer Bonuses - Above the Law

Milbank has taken a lead on attorney compensation for a while now, causing ripples in the old guard "wait and see" approach in Biglaw by issuing earlier bonuses and even cost of living adjustments to keep its team properly valued.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

Top Biglaw Firm Poaches 40+ Lawyers From Competitor In Latest Group Lateral Move - Above the Law

Crowell & Moring acquired over 40 lawyers from Reed Smith to enhance its health care litigation practice.
#law-firm-merger
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

BigLaw partner won't charge his $3,250 hourly rate to defend New Jersey cities in Trump administration suits

Neal Katyal, a partner at Milbank, typically charges $3,250 per hour, but will charge $300 per hour to defend Newark and Hoboken in immigration policy lawsuits.
US politics
Law
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

This BigLaw firm has deferred start dates for some associates

A&O Shearman has deferred start dates for some associates to January to manage the firm's talent pipeline.
#law-firms
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Some Great - If Obvious - Advice For The Biglaw Biter - Above the Law

Don't bite anyone at work ever again! It's a form of assault, and the fact that she thought it was OK says she probably needs some serious remedial education in how to relate to people at work.
Law
#donald-trump
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Won't Give Up On His Biglaw Executive Orders Until He Gets In Front Of The Supreme Court - Above the Law

fromABA Journal
3 months ago
Law

'Pugnacious legal industry website' is 'rage read' for lawyers opposing BigLaw deals with Trump

Above the Law critiques BigLaw's varied responses to Trump's executive orders, becoming a go-to source for frustrated lawyers.
The website provides a satirical examination of firms that compromised ethics for financial gain amidst political pressure.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

Not Content To Sell Out Their Own Principles, Kirkland Wanted All Of Biglaw To Sell Out - Above the Law

Major Biglaw firms capitulated to Trump's demands, raising concerns about the integrity of the legal profession.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Won't Give Up On His Biglaw Executive Orders Until He Gets In Front Of The Supreme Court - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Another Biglaw Firm That Capitulated To Donald Trump Loses A Litigation Partner To A Firm That Decidedly Did *Not* - Above the Law

Agnès Dunogué has left A&O Shearman to join Freshfields, enhancing their securities litigation practice.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Nothing Beats A Break From Billables Quite Like Hiking - Above the Law

Biglaw firm names can significantly influence culture and experiences, as seen in Quinn Emanuel's hiking tradition.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Firm Wants Lawyers To Defend Their Office Time - See Generally - Above the Law

Kirkland's management is seeking feedback from associates regarding adherence to office policies, indicating a desire for improved compliance and engagement within the firm.
Law
#trump
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

New Survey Results Are In: The Legal Profession Is Overwhelmingly Opposed To The Biglaw Deals With Trump - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
NYC politics

Ex-Associates Launch New Campaign To Boot Bootlickers From Boards Over Biglaw Trump Deals - Above the Law

fromABA Journal
3 months ago
Non-profit organizations

BigLaw firms tell Democratic lawmakers they maintained independence in pro bono deals with Trump

fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

New Survey Results Are In: The Legal Profession Is Overwhelmingly Opposed To The Biglaw Deals With Trump - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
NYC politics

Ex-Associates Launch New Campaign To Boot Bootlickers From Boards Over Biglaw Trump Deals - Above the Law

fromABA Journal
3 months ago
Non-profit organizations

BigLaw firms tell Democratic lawmakers they maintained independence in pro bono deals with Trump

#legal-profession
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Intellectual property law

We Know What Biglaw Is, Solos Are Self-Explanatory, But What Exactly Is A Midsize Law Firm? - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Intellectual property law

We Know What Biglaw Is, Solos Are Self-Explanatory, But What Exactly Is A Midsize Law Firm? - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

You Have To Read This Epic Tale Of Biglaw Revenge - Above the Law

A legal secretary at the Big Law firm I worked at knew she was going to be fired, so the day before, she went into a bunch of partners' emails and sent their wives evidence of infidelity, printed out confidential employee evaluations and communications about bonuses/pay and left them in everyone's desk, and then cleaned out the swag closet and dropped several thousand dollars' worth of merchandise with the law firm's name and logo off at a homeless encampment.
US politics
#office-attendance
US news
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Twin daughters of BigLaw couple among Texas flood victims; 'we are devastated,' family says

Twin daughters of BigLaw partners John and Lacy Lawrence were among the victims of Texas floods, causing immense tragedy for the family.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Building A Firm That's Better Than Biglaw - Above the Law

Founders Laurice Rutledge Lambert and Jennifer Whitton share their transition from Biglaw to establishing Aligned Health Law, emphasizing mission-driven values in healthcare law.
NYC startup
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Summer Associate's Naughty Toddler Impression Gets Her Bounced From Biglaw - Above the Law

A Biglaw summer associate was terminated for biting colleagues, marking an unusual incident in a professional environment.
#supreme-court
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fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Morning Docket: 05.16.25 - Above the Law

Supreme Court may limit universal injunctions, but contentious birthright citizenship case could hold them back.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Will Associates See Bigger Salaries, Bonuses In 2025? - Above the Law

Associates may not receive salary increases in 2025 due to a sputtering M&A market.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Spineless Biglaw Firms Featured In Sunday Funny Pages - Above the Law

Doonesbury satirizes Biglaw firms' compromises with politics in a recent strip featuring characters Ginny and Joanie discussing law and ethics.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Biglaw Firm Helps Everyone Celebrate Independence Day By Hosting Sensory Friendly Fireworks Display - Above the Law

"This is often a stressful time for families with autism or sensory issues. So I like to have this event to really bring the families together to experience and hopefully have a core memory around Red, White and BOOM!"
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US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Major Biglaw Firm Ups Their In-Office Requirement For Attorneys - Above the Law

A&O is implementing a four-day in-office work policy, reflecting a growing trend in Biglaw.
Boston
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The Top Biglaw Firms In Boston (2026) - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are increasingly establishing themselves in Boston due to abundant business opportunities.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Biglaw Firm Enters Merger Talks After Losing Nearly 60 Lawyers To Competitors In Mass Lateral Moves - Above the Law

Morris, Manning & Martin is poised for highly strategic and transformational options for growth," Malko said. "We are in advanced discussions with a national Am Law 100 firm...
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fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Biglaw Partner Makes A Mistake, Decides To Respond With Humility And Humor - Above the Law

Typos happen in our digital life; with so much writing done on various platforms, mistakes are inevitable, but it’s important to own them and move on.
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Washington DC
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The Top Biglaw Firms In Washington, DC (2026) - Above the Law

Covington & Burling is ranked as the most prestigious law firm in Washington, DC, according to Vault's latest rankings.
#paul-weiss
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
NYC startup

Paul Weiss Insists Everything Is Fine, Despite All Evidence That Things Are Not, In Fact, Fine - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
NYC startup

Paul Weiss Insists Everything Is Fine, Despite All Evidence That Things Are Not, In Fact, Fine - Above the Law

#prestige
#partnership-structure
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Startup companies

Top 50 Biglaw Firm Announces Nonequity Partnership Tier, Mainstains Lockstep Compensation - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Startup companies

Top 50 Biglaw Firm Announces Nonequity Partnership Tier, Mainstains Lockstep Compensation - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Doing The Right Thing Is Doing The Right Thing (With Apologies To Spike Lee) - Above the Law

The good folks win occasionally, and recently, some Biglaw firms have pushed back against unconstitutional executive orders, signaling resilience and commitment to their clients.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Director Of Prestigious Skadden Fellows Program Resigns Over Firm's Pro Bono Payola Deal With Trump - Above the Law

As funders, we must act with urgency and courage commensurate with those we support. I felt we had fallen short.
SF politics
fromABA Journal
3 months ago

Think new BigLaw associates are all making $225K? Think again, new NALP report says

Despite a perception that $225,000 is the common starting salary in BigLaw, median salaries show a more complex reality with many associates earning less.
Startup companies
Boston real estate
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Top 100 Biglaw Firm Announces Tie-Up That Will Allow It To Open Up Shop In Boston's Booming Market - Above the Law

Crowell & Moring merges with Faber Daeufer & Itrato to enhance life sciences and emerging companies capabilities.
Startup companies
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Welcome To Biglaw: Brand New Megafirm HSF Kramer Officially Makes Its Debut - Above the Law

A major merger creates Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, a powerhouse firm with over $2 billion in gross revenue and 2,700 lawyers.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Summer Associates Rate Their 'Dream' Biglaw Firms (2025) - Above the Law

Summer associates prioritize job security and mentorship while anxiety about no-offers shows signs of improvement compared to last year.
#pro-bono
Non-profit organizations
fromABA Journal
3 months ago

BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help

BigLaw firms defend pro bono agreements with Trump as ethical, balancing commitments while navigating requests for broader legal assistance.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Non-profit organizations

Biglaw's Trump Deals Have Chilling Effect On Pro Bono - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are prioritizing deals with Trump over essential pro bono services for public interest causes.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

Biglaw Firms Surrendering To Trump Furiously Backpedaling: 'LOL, What Pro Bono Deals?' - Above the Law

Biglaw firms underestimated backlash from pro bono commitments to the Trump administration.
Firms claimed their massive pro bono deals meant little in response to Congressional inquiries.
Non-profit organizations
fromABA Journal
3 months ago

BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help

BigLaw firms defend pro bono agreements with Trump as ethical, balancing commitments while navigating requests for broader legal assistance.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Biglaw Firms Surrendering To Trump Furiously Backpedaling: 'LOL, What Pro Bono Deals?' - Above the Law

Biglaw firms underestimated backlash from pro bono commitments to the Trump administration.
Firms claimed their massive pro bono deals meant little in response to Congressional inquiries.
#legal-industry
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

The Am Law 200: Biglaw's Second Hundred Crushes The Competition In Almost Every Financial Metric (2025) - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

The Am Law 200: Biglaw's Second Hundred Crushes The Competition In Almost Every Financial Metric (2025) - Above the Law

NYC startup
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

New York Biglaw Firms Under Pressure Could Lead To A Wave Of Unexpected Mergers - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are inclined to merge amid market pressures and leadership crises.
Black Lives Matter
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Capitulating Biglaw Firms Draw Protesters Over Their Trashy Trump Deals - Above the Law

Nonprofit group Rise and Resist protests against Biglaw firms prioritizing profits over constitutional defense.
Marketing tech
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

The Biglaw Firms With The Best LinkedIn Engagement (2025) - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are rapidly increasing their LinkedIn engagement, outperforming the platform average in follower growth.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Remember When Diversity And Pro Bono Hours Were Selling Points? - See Also - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are being criticized for removing diversity initiatives from their websites, which raises questions about their genuine commitment to social justice.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Bold Strategy, Biglaw - Let's See If It Pays Off - Above the Law

Biglaw firms that aligned with Trump are now under fire as recent reports highlight defections in talent and a backlash from the legal community.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Biglaw Doesn't Give A Damn About Its Young Lawyers - Above the Law

Young lawyers in Biglaw feel betrayed as firms compromise their values by aligning with the Trump administration.
Marketing tech
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Biglaw Merger Talks Could Create New $2 Billion Firm - Above the Law

McDermott Will & Emery and Schulte Roth & Zabel are in merger talks that could place them among the Am Law 20.
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