NYC Mayor Adams' defense fund in corruption case owes $735K as legal fees pile up - and donors disappear
Adams' legal defense fund is over $735,000 in debt as donations sharply decline amid ongoing legal battles.
Scoop: DNC covered Biden legal bills in special counsel probe
The DNC paid over $1.5 million to lawyers representing Biden during a probe into his handling of classified documents, leading to no charges being pursued.
NYC Mayor Adams' defense fund in corruption case owes $735K as legal fees pile up - and donors disappear
Adams' legal defense fund is over $735,000 in debt as donations sharply decline amid ongoing legal battles.
Scoop: DNC covered Biden legal bills in special counsel probe
The DNC paid over $1.5 million to lawyers representing Biden during a probe into his handling of classified documents, leading to no charges being pursued.
Trump's conversation with Alito precedes his Supreme Court actions regarding state law convictions.
Delaware's legal fee ruling shows the absurdity of Musk's initial compensation request.
Colorado will pay $1.5 million to a Christian web designer who won the right to discriminate - LGBTQ Nation
Colorado to pay $1.5 million in legal fees to anti-LGBTQ+ web designer Smith after Supreme Court ruling affirms free speech over anti-discrimination protections.
Morning Docket: 01.09.25
Trump's conversation with Alito precedes his Supreme Court actions regarding state law convictions.
Delaware's legal fee ruling shows the absurdity of Musk's initial compensation request.
Colorado will pay $1.5 million to a Christian web designer who won the right to discriminate - LGBTQ Nation
Colorado to pay $1.5 million in legal fees to anti-LGBTQ+ web designer Smith after Supreme Court ruling affirms free speech over anti-discrimination protections.
Judge Rules Fani Willis Pay $21K In Attorney's Fees After Flouting Open Records Laws in Jan. 6 Docs Case
Fani Willis' office was fined for ignoring Georgia's Open Records Act, which reveals potential misconduct related to January 6th investigations.
MPs say Post Office should not oversee Horizon compensation schemes
The Post Office should not oversee redress schemes for Horizon scandal victims to avoid further delays in justice.
Lawyer Walks Right Off Job After Fee Cut From $200/Hour To $15/Hour
Millersville city attorney Bryant Kroll resigned after the commission proposed an extreme pay cut, highlighting tensions between city officials and legal fees.
Federal Judges Lays Into Biglaw Attorneys For Running Up Legal Bills
Judge Talwani criticized law firms for over-litigating and increasing legal fees in a complex case involving Advent International and Servicios Funerarios GG.
Developments In Equity Partnerships! - See Also
Mergers in legal firms lead to all-equity partnerships and significant shifts in the industry.
Giuliani Tries to Protect Trump, Despite Unpaid $2 Million Legal Bill
Giuliani claims Trump campaign owes him $2 million for legal work, despite Trump's refusal to pay.
Coleen Rooney legal bill is 1.8m from Wagatha Christie battle, court hears
Coleen Rooney's legal fees in the Wagatha Christie case exceeded 1.8 million, raising concerns over excessive costs in high-profile libel trials.
I Transferred A Balance To Save On Interest: How It Worked And What I Learned
Visa applications can become costly despite low application fees due to travel and legal assistance expenses.
Mistakes during the application process can lead to significant additional costs.
Disputed lawyers' bills reduced by 8.9m last year as costs revealed
Legal fees for contested cases are decreasing significantly amidst rising adjudication applications.
There is a prominent increase in challenges to legal bill assessments, reflecting client concerns.
Plaintiffs' attorneys seek $220M from NAR, HomeServices commission lawsuit settlements
Plaintiffs' attorneys are requesting a significant portion of the $679 million settlement for their extensive efforts in challenging real estate commissions.
A couple say they spent $400,000 trying to regain access to Disney's exclusive club and lost the legal battle
The Andersons spent $400,000 in legal fees to regain membership in Disney's exclusive Club 33 but lost their case.
Top Truth Social execs-including the CEO-are shedding stock before Trump even can
Trump faces financial challenges due to high legal expenses and a failed stock performance of Truth Social.
Criticizing plaintiff's 'chutzpah,' federal judge holds lawyer jointly responsible for over $207K in legal fees
The federal judge deemed the entire patent lawsuit frivolous, holding the lawyer and his client liable for over $207K in legal fees.
City sues Boston police union to avoid paying acquitted officers' legal fees
The City of Boston must pay $279,899 in legal fees for acquitted police officers under collective bargaining agreement rules.
State employees union appeals remote work decision to Nebraska Supreme Court * Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska state employees' union appeals labor court's decision on remote work policy.
This Is Why People Hate Lawyers - See Also
Ohio Supreme Court rules 'Boneless' may still contain bones, causes confusion on food labeling.
303 Creative Web Designer Needs Somebody To Cover Her Legal Fees
Businesses seeking discrimination protection may incur substantial legal fees, providing a financial perspective on the Supreme Court's decisions.
A county commissioner is representing Diaz de la Portilla in criminal corruption case
Keon Hardemon, a criminal defense attorney, quietly working with legal team representing Alex Díaz de la Portilla in bribery and money laundering case.
Hardemon, paid $25,000 by de la Portilla's political committee for 'legal fees', assists in demonstrating charges as political and fabricated.
Lawyers Should Share Their Billable Hour Rates With Other Attorneys
Sharing salary information can empower employees.
Legal fees can vary significantly based on factors like experience and firm size.
Kasowitz Benson sues former Gibson Dunn partner for nearly $500K in latest suit seeking legal fees
Kasowitz Benson Torres is suing a former Gibson Dunn partner for nearly $500,000 in legal fees.
The firm has initiated multiple court actions against former clients for a total of $5.2 million in legal fees.
The Morning Risk Report: Gunvor Unit to Pay $661 Million After Pleading Guilty in Bribery Scheme
Gunvor Group to pay $661 million for bribery
Tesla lawyers seek $5.6 billion in stock for legal fees
Swiss central banker Thomas Jordan steps down
Use of ChatGPT to support fee bid is 'utterly and unusually unpersuasive,' federal judge says
Judge reduced law firm's fee request by half due to ChatGPT use
Proper references essential for determining prevailing market rates
Firm Submits Fee Request Based On ChatGPT Search... Judge Is Less Than Impressed
Judge Engelmayer is skeptical of using artificial intelligence like ChatGPT to determine reasonable fees for legal services.
The Cuddy Law Firm's attempt to justify high fees using ChatGPT data was deemed unpersuasive and inappropriate.