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#judiciary
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
NYC politics

Former assistant US attorney put on leave over federal DEI policies compares Trump's tactics to communist Czechoslovakia

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
NYC politics

Former assistant US attorney put on leave over federal DEI policies compares Trump's tactics to communist Czechoslovakia

more#judiciary
#disbarment
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

A Miami lawyer who deserted a client gave the Florida Bar an Irish pub as his address

Daryl Bobby Fenton, a disbarred Miami lawyer, has mysteriously vanished from his professional responsibilities, raising concerns about accountability in the legal field.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

A Miami lawyer who deserted a client gave the Florida Bar an Irish pub as his address

Daryl Bobby Fenton, a disbarred Miami lawyer, has mysteriously vanished from his professional responsibilities, raising concerns about accountability in the legal field.
more#disbarment
#work-life-balance
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

I make $200k a year but I don't enjoy it and called Dave Ramsey up to see if he thinks I should keep at it or not

A lawyer with $88,000 in debt should remain in his job until pay off his debt
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

How Flat-Fee Pricing Can Buy Law Moms Time - Above the Law

Raising children while building a law career necessitates innovative practices and support systems for success.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I left a high-paying job in law to take care of my kids. It allowed me to be there when they needed me.

A former attorney transitioned to travel writing to balance family life and career aspirations.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

I make $200k a year but I don't enjoy it and called Dave Ramsey up to see if he thinks I should keep at it or not

A lawyer with $88,000 in debt should remain in his job until pay off his debt
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

How Flat-Fee Pricing Can Buy Law Moms Time - Above the Law

Raising children while building a law career necessitates innovative practices and support systems for success.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I left a high-paying job in law to take care of my kids. It allowed me to be there when they needed me.

A former attorney transitioned to travel writing to balance family life and career aspirations.
more#work-life-balance
#remote-work
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Bringing New Meaning To 'Solo Practitioner,' Attorney Warned After Streaming 60+ Hours Of Porn At Work - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Bringing New Meaning To 'Solo Practitioner,' Attorney Warned After Streaming 60+ Hours Of Porn At Work - Above the Law

more#remote-work
#judicial-independence
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Justice Acosta Unveiled and Unleashed | amNewYork

Justice Rolando Acosta retired to advocate for judicial independence after witnessing political influences affecting the judiciary, particularly regarding the rejection of Hector LaSalle.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC Bar President sounds alarm on political threats to judicial independence: it must not be normalized' | amNewYork

The independence of the judiciary is under threat due to increasing political pressure, necessitating defense of democratic norms by legal professionals.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Hundreds of lawyers converge on Foley Square in break-the-glass' moment for the rule of law in second Trump era | amNewYork

fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Law

California Supreme Court Justice Goodwin Liu Shows Some Judges Actually Have A Good Sense Of Humor - Above the Law

Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Justice Acosta Unveiled and Unleashed | amNewYork

Justice Rolando Acosta retired to advocate for judicial independence after witnessing political influences affecting the judiciary, particularly regarding the rejection of Hector LaSalle.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC Bar President sounds alarm on political threats to judicial independence: it must not be normalized' | amNewYork

The independence of the judiciary is under threat due to increasing political pressure, necessitating defense of democratic norms by legal professionals.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Hundreds of lawyers converge on Foley Square in break-the-glass' moment for the rule of law in second Trump era | amNewYork

fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Law

California Supreme Court Justice Goodwin Liu Shows Some Judges Actually Have A Good Sense Of Humor - Above the Law

more#judicial-independence
#biglaw
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

Partner Lashes Out At His Biglaw Firm For Staying Silent In The Face Of Trump's Attacks On Lawyers - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 week 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
2 months ago
Law

Hundreds Of Associates Sign Open Letter Calling On Biglaw Leaders To 'Defend' The Legal Profession - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

Partner Lashes Out At His Biglaw Firm For Staying Silent In The Face Of Trump's Attacks On Lawyers - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 week 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
2 months ago
Law

Hundreds Of Associates Sign Open Letter Calling On Biglaw Leaders To 'Defend' The Legal Profession - Above the Law

more#biglaw
#legal-ethics
Law
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Judge admits nearly being persuaded by AI hallucinations in court filing

Outsourcing legal research to AI without verification can lead to serious legal consequences.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: 'Endangered' (Roberts) / 'End Of' (Luttig) Rule Of Law, AI Errors Hit Biglaw, 'Speak Up For Justice' & More - Above the Law

Law
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Judge admits nearly being persuaded by AI hallucinations in court filing

Outsourcing legal research to AI without verification can lead to serious legal consequences.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: 'Endangered' (Roberts) / 'End Of' (Luttig) Rule Of Law, AI Errors Hit Biglaw, 'Speak Up For Justice' & More - Above the Law

more#legal-ethics
Artificial intelligence
fromLawSites
2 weeks ago

AI Hallucinations Strike Again: Two More Cases Where Lawyers Face Judicial Wrath for Fake Citations

AI-generated citations in legal briefs pose a serious risk of inaccuracies and ethical violations in the legal profession.
#mental-health
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Why I had to walk?away from my high-flying, but toxic, corporate law career'

Dorothy Herson left her prestigious law job after facing severe mental health challenges.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Mental Health May Be Improving For Lawyers, But Severe Stressors Remain - And They're Getting Worse - Above the Law

UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Why I had to walk?away from my high-flying, but toxic, corporate law career'

Dorothy Herson left her prestigious law job after facing severe mental health challenges.
Mental health
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Mental Health May Be Improving For Lawyers, But Severe Stressors Remain - And They're Getting Worse - Above the Law

Improvement in mental health among lawyers noted in the 2025 ALM survey after years of strain.
more#mental-health
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

May 14: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

"The Government of the United States is run by lawyers. The statistics on this point are overwhelming and leave no doubt that the ordinary business man, manufacturer or agriculturist has little to say in the affairs of the nation."
History
#california-bar-exam
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'Utterly botched': Rollout of new California bar exam plagued with glitches

California's new attorney licensing test faced severe technical issues, disrupting many candidates' ability to complete their bar exams.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
California

California Bar Thinks Provisional Licensing Could Soak Up Some Of The Mess From Their Rushed Test - Above the Law

California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'Utterly botched': Rollout of new California bar exam plagued with glitches

California's new attorney licensing test faced severe technical issues, disrupting many candidates' ability to complete their bar exams.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
California

California Bar Thinks Provisional Licensing Could Soak Up Some Of The Mess From Their Rushed Test - Above the Law

more#california-bar-exam
#law-firms
Startup companies
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Biglaw Firm Decides Gen Z Lawyers Need Dedicated Coddler - Above the Law

Gibson Dunn's job listing highlights perceived gaps in junior associates' readiness, reflecting deeper generational issues in the legal profession.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago
Law

On Same Day WSJ Confirms Boris Ephsteyn Negotiating Trump's Law Firm Settlements, Amicus Raises Bribery Concerns - emptywheel

fromLawSites
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

An AI-Assisted Look At Four New Surveys On AI Adoption In Law: How Do They Compare? Differ?

fromTruthout
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Trump Rescinds Order Targeting Law Firm After It Offers Pro Bono for Right-Wing Causes

Startup companies
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Biglaw Firm Decides Gen Z Lawyers Need Dedicated Coddler - Above the Law

Gibson Dunn's job listing highlights perceived gaps in junior associates' readiness, reflecting deeper generational issues in the legal profession.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago
Law

On Same Day WSJ Confirms Boris Ephsteyn Negotiating Trump's Law Firm Settlements, Amicus Raises Bribery Concerns - emptywheel

fromLawSites
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

An AI-Assisted Look At Four New Surveys On AI Adoption In Law: How Do They Compare? Differ?

fromTruthout
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Trump Rescinds Order Targeting Law Firm After It Offers Pro Bono for Right-Wing Causes

more#law-firms
#innovation
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I spent 11 hours at a legal tech conference, and the takeaway was clear: 'Lawyers need to wake up' and use AI

AI is reshaping the legal profession, urging lawyers to adopt new technologies or risk obsolescence.
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I spent 11 hours at a legal tech conference, and the takeaway was clear: 'Lawyers need to wake up' and use AI

AI is reshaping the legal profession, urging lawyers to adopt new technologies or risk obsolescence.
more#innovation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

State bar takes aim at popular Bay Area lawyer known for speaking out

Claire White, the CEO of the Dope Law Group, faces a 31-count disciplinary case for allegedly failing to deliver legal services after accepting substantial fees from clients.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Does Our Oath Have A Statute Of Limitations? - Above the Law

However, despite the oath he took, 47 is not certain as to whether he supports constitutional due process.
Law
#donald-trump
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

After Capitulating To Trump, Paul Weiss Loses Prominent Partner - Above the Law

Jeh Johnson is leaving Paul Weiss after 40 years for a leadership role at Columbia University amidst scrutiny from the Trump administration.
more#donald-trump
#litigation
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Lawyers Should More Often Talk About Their Failures - Above the Law

Discussing legal defeats can provide valuable learning opportunities for lawyers.
Even skilled attorneys can lose cases if the law and facts are not in their favor.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Lawyers Should More Often Talk About Their Failures - Above the Law

Discussing legal defeats can provide valuable learning opportunities for lawyers.
Even skilled attorneys can lose cases if the law and facts are not in their favor.
more#litigation
#cybersecurity
UK news
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

UK cyber security damaged by "clumsy Home Office political censorship" | Computer Weekly

The NCSC has secretly removed crucial cybersecurity guidance for legal professionals without explanation.
UK news
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

UK cyber security damaged by "clumsy Home Office political censorship" | Computer Weekly

The NCSC has secretly removed crucial cybersecurity guidance for legal professionals without explanation.
more#cybersecurity
#supreme-court
more#supreme-court
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Pressure grows on California State Bar to revert to national exam format in July after botched exam

California legislator urges State Bar to revert to traditional bar exam format after February's issues.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Willy Wonka's In-House Counsel Is The Best Lawyer Parody You'll Watch Today - Above the Law

If you're one of those lawyers toiling away at the firm and dreaming of a nice in-house job, consider the plight of this chief legal officer.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Handling Multiple Court Appearances Scheduled For The Same Time - Above the Law

If small firm lawyers need to appear at multiple court appearances, strategies such as proximity and virtual attendance can ease the scheduling conflicts.
Law
#motherhood
more#motherhood
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 month ago

One Transform, Inc. is Seeking a Legal Technology Sales Representative (AI for Patent & IP Law) - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

One Transform, Inc. is seeking a part-time Legal Technology Sales Representative to promote AI solutions to legal professionals, with a focus on flexible hours and competitive commissions.
Marketing tech
#trump-administration
Law
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Trump just ordered the attorney general to report 'frivolous' lawsuits against his administration so he can consider executive actions against firms. Read the memo.

Trump directed Attorney General to flag law firms for punitive actions over 'frivolous' lawsuits, escalating tensions with legal institutions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Firm Targeted by Trump Over Clinton Campaign Work Hires Top Litigators

Perkins Coie has hired Williams & Connolly to contest Trump's executive order limiting its legal representation capabilities.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump attacks on law firms begin to chill pro bono work on causes he doesn't like

Trump uses presidential power to punish law firms for political disagreements, creating a climate of fear in legal representation.
Law
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Blocks Trump From Retaliating Against Susman Godfrey Law Firm

A federal judge ruled against Trump's campaign to punish Susman Godfrey, citing it as an abuse of power tied to a personal vendetta.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The American Constitutional Society Calls On Quiet Law School Deans To Speak Up - Above the Law

Law schools and firms must actively resist political pressures to maintain academic freedom rather than remain neutral.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Trump just ordered the attorney general to report 'frivolous' lawsuits against his administration so he can consider executive actions against firms. Read the memo.

Trump directed Attorney General to flag law firms for punitive actions over 'frivolous' lawsuits, escalating tensions with legal institutions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Firm Targeted by Trump Over Clinton Campaign Work Hires Top Litigators

Perkins Coie has hired Williams & Connolly to contest Trump's executive order limiting its legal representation capabilities.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump attacks on law firms begin to chill pro bono work on causes he doesn't like

Trump uses presidential power to punish law firms for political disagreements, creating a climate of fear in legal representation.
Law
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Judge Blocks Trump From Retaliating Against Susman Godfrey Law Firm

A federal judge ruled against Trump's campaign to punish Susman Godfrey, citing it as an abuse of power tied to a personal vendetta.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The American Constitutional Society Calls On Quiet Law School Deans To Speak Up - Above the Law

Law schools and firms must actively resist political pressures to maintain academic freedom rather than remain neutral.
more#trump-administration
Women in technology
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Women Are Sharing Stories Of Being Belittled At Work, And (Sometimes) Their Petty Responses

Gender bias persists in legal profession, with women attorneys facing assumptions about their roles.
#trump
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Ramps Up Attacks on Law Firms With Order Targeting Perkins Coie

Trump's executive order targets Perkins Coie, punishing the firm for its legal work for Democrats during the 2016 campaign.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's attacks on law firms are an attack on law itself | David Cole and Amrit Singh

Trump is using unprecedented executive orders to punish lawyers and law firms, aiming to intimidate them against challenging his illegal actions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Ramps Up Attacks on Law Firms With Order Targeting Perkins Coie

Trump's executive order targets Perkins Coie, punishing the firm for its legal work for Democrats during the 2016 campaign.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's attacks on law firms are an attack on law itself | David Cole and Amrit Singh

Trump is using unprecedented executive orders to punish lawyers and law firms, aiming to intimidate them against challenging his illegal actions.
more#trump
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Who Are The Happiest Lawyers? - Above the Law

In-house lawyers frequently do not need to work the odd hours that other attorneys need to due to deadlines and busy seasons.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Small Firm, Hard Hits - See Also - Above the Law

"Boutique law firm has taken a strong stance against the Trump administration, illustrating the growing divide between corporate America and political leadership amidst ongoing legal battles."
NYC politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

10 Lessons From SXSW That Apply To Legal - Above the Law

We all need social contact and human interaction to be happy and productive. A return to the office must facilitate time for these essential connections.
London startup
Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Perkins Coie Gets Temporary Restraining Order Against Trump's Punitive Executive Order - Above the Law

Perkins Coie's lawsuit against the Executive Order resulted in a Temporary Restraining Order for violating First Amendment rights.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Paid to post: Top Trump DOJ nominee made $43,531 as an X content creator last year

Harmeet Dhillon, Trump's nominee for Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, earned $43,531 from X's content-creator program last year.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Most State Bars Will Have To Choose Between Diversity Or Dollar Signs - Above the Law

Organizations are reconsidering their diversity commitments due to potential funding cuts.
State bars face pressure to eliminate DEI programs amid legal threats.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Watchdog to reinvestigate Jonathan Reynolds' legal career claims

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has announced that it will reinvestigate Jonathan Reynolds over accusations of misrepresenting his legal career, prompted by new information.
London politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Former Ninth Circuit Judge Makes Lateral Move To Top 20 Biglaw Firm - Above the Law

Judge Paul Watford has transitioned from Wilson Sonsini to King & Spalding as a business litigation partner, drawn by the firm's culture and growth opportunities.
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