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20 hours ago
Higher education

End Of An Era: Yale Booted From No. 1 Spot In Historic U.S. News Law School Rankings Shakeup - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 hour ago
Law

Yale Law Has Fallen - See Also - Above the Law

Law school rankings, legal academia opinions, and student activism shape the current landscape of legal education and practice.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
7 hours ago

U.S. News Rankings Lose Prestige, Retain Iron Grip On Legal Academia's Soul - Above the Law

Law school admissions officers increasingly view U.S. News rankings as losing credibility and recognize their negative impact on student choices.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
20 hours ago

End Of An Era: Yale Booted From No. 1 Spot In Historic U.S. News Law School Rankings Shakeup - Above the Law

Stanford Law School has overtaken Yale Law School as the top law school in the latest U.S. News rankings.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 hour ago

Yale Law Has Fallen - See Also - Above the Law

Law school rankings, legal academia opinions, and student activism shape the current landscape of legal education and practice.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
7 hours ago

U.S. News Rankings Lose Prestige, Retain Iron Grip On Legal Academia's Soul - Above the Law

Law school admissions officers increasingly view U.S. News rankings as losing credibility and recognize their negative impact on student choices.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromAbove the Law
9 hours ago

Cyberattacks On Law Firms Are Rising. Here's What's Driving It. - Above the Law

Law firms face increasing cyberattacks, particularly from ransomware, making cybersecurity a critical business and legal concern.
fromAbove the Law
9 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Jones Day Gets Hacked While FBI Busy Planning Kash Patel's Next Vacation - Above the Law

Jones Day experienced a data breach by the Silent Ransom Group, affecting 10 clients and involving demands for $13 million to keep the breach quiet.
Information security
fromAbove the Law
9 hours ago

Cyberattacks On Law Firms Are Rising. Here's What's Driving It. - Above the Law

Law firms face increasing cyberattacks, particularly from ransomware, making cybersecurity a critical business and legal concern.
Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
9 hours ago

Jones Day Gets Hacked While FBI Busy Planning Kash Patel's Next Vacation - Above the Law

Jones Day experienced a data breach by the Silent Ransom Group, affecting 10 clients and involving demands for $13 million to keep the breach quiet.
#law-school
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago
Higher education

Georgetown Law Set To Reward Graduating Law Students By Replacing Graduation Gala With A School Happy Hour & Other Unpopular Changes - Above the Law

Higher education
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

The Best Law Schools For Government Law (2026) - Above the Law

Many law students prioritize public service careers over high salaries, but only a few achieve their goals, starting with the right law school.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
6 hours ago

Philly Law Students Demand School Break Ties With ICE - Above the Law

Law students are demanding protections against ICE and DHS recruitment on campus due to threats to their rights and safety.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Georgetown Law Set To Reward Graduating Law Students By Replacing Graduation Gala With A School Happy Hour & Other Unpopular Changes - Above the Law

Graduation ceremonies are crucial for law students, providing validation and recognition of their hard work and sacrifices.
Education
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Rising Number Of Law Grads Getting More Time For The Bar Exam - Above the Law

More aspiring lawyers are receiving extra time for the bar exam due to increased diagnoses of disabilities like ADHD.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Battle Brewing To Replace Bondi - Above the Law

The race to replace Pam Bondi as Attorney General is marked by challenges and the complexities of the American legal system.
#jeffrey-epstein
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

The Supreme Court's conversion therapy ruling is being misunderstood

The Supreme Court ruling in Chiles v. Salazar addresses First Amendment rights regarding conversion therapy, not its safety or efficacy.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Trump's influence on the Supreme Court is diminishing, with several legal challenges and decisions impacting his administration.
#legal-profession
Remote teams
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Prestige Is Out, Flexibility Is In! But Did Biglaw Get The Memo? - Above the Law

Flexibility is now essential for lawyer retention, with many willing to leave firms that impose strict in-office requirements.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Law

Legal Professionals Should Usually Get A Lunch Break - Above the Law

Lawyers should be allowed lunch breaks to maintain productivity and well-being, rather than working through lunch under most circumstances.
Remote teams
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Prestige Is Out, Flexibility Is In! But Did Biglaw Get The Memo? - Above the Law

Flexibility is now essential for lawyer retention, with many willing to leave firms that impose strict in-office requirements.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Legal Professionals Should Usually Get A Lunch Break - Above the Law

Lawyers should be allowed lunch breaks to maintain productivity and well-being, rather than working through lunch under most circumstances.
#ai-in-law
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Has Legal Industry Upheaval Changed Your Career Goals? - Above the Law

Law firms are seeking reader input on career goals amid AI-driven uncertainty.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

How Savvy Lawyers Balance AI Innovation With AI Responsibility - Above the Law

AI tools in law firms promise efficiency but may risk long-term expertise for short-term gains.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Has Legal Industry Upheaval Changed Your Career Goals? - Above the Law

Law firms are seeking reader input on career goals amid AI-driven uncertainty.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

How Savvy Lawyers Balance AI Innovation With AI Responsibility - Above the Law

AI tools in law firms promise efficiency but may risk long-term expertise for short-term gains.
US politics
fromEngadget
1 day ago

New Jersey has no right to ban Kalshi's prediction market, US appeals court rules

Kalshi's prediction market is protected from New Jersey regulation by a federal court ruling, affirming CFTC's authority over such markets.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 03.27.26 - Above the Law

Several legal and political issues are currently prominent, including judicial nominations, jury trial restrictions, and corporate legal challenges.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Keeping Law School Accessible When Federal Loans Fall Short - Above the Law

New federal regulations are limiting graduate student borrowing, shifting reliance from federal loans to private loans, which are harder to navigate.
#ai-ethics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago
Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Bondi Out, Bove Recusal, 'Strip Law,' 60% Judges Use AI While Sanctions Continue For Lawyers, Viral Judge Videos & More - Above the Law

AI-generated errors in legal documents are leading to increased sanctions against attorneys.
fromABA Journal
5 days ago
Law

2 government attorneys resign over use of fake AI citations

Two New Orleans attorneys resigned after using AI to create fake case citations in a court filing, leading to sanctions from a federal judge.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Bondi Out, Bove Recusal, 'Strip Law,' 60% Judges Use AI While Sanctions Continue For Lawyers, Viral Judge Videos & More - Above the Law

AI-generated errors in legal documents are leading to increased sanctions against attorneys.
Law
fromABA Journal
5 days ago

2 government attorneys resign over use of fake AI citations

Two New Orleans attorneys resigned after using AI to create fake case citations in a court filing, leading to sanctions from a federal judge.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Trump Crashes Out At Supreme Court - See Generally - Above the Law

Donald Trump's legal challenges and actions have sparked controversy and criticism, particularly regarding birthright citizenship and his administration's decisions.
NYC startup
fromLawSites
3 weeks ago

Legalweek Has Left the Building - and Successfully Landed In A New One

Law.com Legalweek successfully relocated after 39 years from the New York Hilton Midtown to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, with attendees quickly adapting to the new venue despite initial disorientation.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.23.26 - Above the Law

Robert Mueller's investigation revealed significant criminality within Trump's circle, including potential obstruction charges against Trump.
Law
fromAbove the Law
7 hours ago

Congratulations To Pam Bondi... Let The Bar Disciplinary Investigation Commence! - Above the Law

Pam Bondi was voted as the lawyer most deserving of having her law license revoked due to her actions as Attorney General.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Why 'Helpful' Legal AI Is Often The Least Trustworthy - Above the Law

Lawyers distrust legal AI not due to safety concerns, but because it often feels inattentive and overly polite.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

The loophole that keeps a Trump loyalist serving as L.A.'s top federal prosecutor

Bill Essayli operates as a de facto U.S. attorney in Los Angeles, pursuing aggressive legal actions aligned with Trump's administration despite challenges to his position.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Law School Graduates Gifted $10K For Finishing Law School - Above the Law

Anonymous donors gifted $10,000 to each of the 154 graduates of Indiana University Bloomington Maurer School of Law to alleviate student loan debt.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.13.26 - Above the Law

CFTC failing already a solid bet. Government says tariff refund system 40 percent to 80 percent complete which is quite the spread. Almost a they're just making stuff up kind of estimate.
US Elections
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Retiring Partners Should Relinquish Prized Offices - Above the Law

Retiring partners often give up prime offices to accommodate rising lawyers, despite potential disputes over office locations and sizes.
fromABA Journal
5 days ago

Legal industry is expanding its office footprint, new report finds

For the first time in three years, more law firms are planning to expand their office footprint, rather than contract, according to a new report from commercial real estate brokerage CBRE.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

In-House Counsel Come Out In Support Of Biglaw Firms Fighting The Trump Administration - Above the Law

Executive Orders deter law firms from engaging with the legal system due to fear of federal retaliation.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.18.26 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts calls for ending personal attacks on judges, while questions arise about presidential official acts; meanwhile, legal developments span judicial conduct, cryptocurrency regulation, Section 230 reform, and national security concerns.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm Doubles Down On Pro Bono, And Lets The Billable Chips Fall Where They May - Above the Law

I'm incredibly proud of the firm and what we've accomplished in the last year. We had certainly, the year before, a historic year financially, and this year was also historic in being one of our best financial years in history.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

DLA Piper Headed To Trial Over Firing Of Mom-To-Be - Above the Law

DLA Piper faces trial over allegations of firing an associate for taking maternity leave, challenging its employment practices and discrimination claims.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

The Lawyer Who Never Went Home - Above the Law

He was always tired. Not the kind of tired you fix with a weekend off, but the kind that settles into your bones. Conversations with him felt rushed, as if he were always somewhere else mentally.
Law
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
4 days ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 03.30.26 - Above the Law

AI associates should not be blamed for failures, raising questions about their necessity.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 01.13.25 - Above the Law

* Mark Kelly hires Arnold & Porter to sue Pete Hegseth and the Defense Department for threatening to illegally slash his pension. [ The New Republic] * Jerome Powell hires Williams & Connolly to deal with DOJ threats. [ New York Times] * It's striking that critics of the Maduro capture cite specific text from the Constitution and international treaties, and the Deputy Attorney General cites "nuh uh." [ The Hill]
World news
#trump
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.01.26 - Above the Law

Trump is involved in legal matters, including birthright citizenship arguments and a recent criminal conviction.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.06.26 - Above the Law

Nearly 200 former federal judges challenge the binding authority of unexplained Supreme Court shadow docket orders, while AI legal tools face regulatory scrutiny and the Trump administration designates Anthropic a supply chain risk over refused autonomous weapons development.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Biglaw To D.C. Circuit: This Isn't Just About Us - It's About Whether The President Can Put Lawyers On A Leash - Above the Law

The fight over Trump-era executive orders targeting Biglaw firms intensifies as firms argue these orders threaten constitutional independence and the rule of law.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.05.26 - Above the Law

When the Framers conceived of the separation of powers, they never planned for, 'what if one branch doesn't want any powers?' The Senate voted to NOT have a vote on approving Iran strikes, creating constitutional uncertainty about how the system functions when branches decline to exercise their designated authorities and responsibilities.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 01.07.26 - Above the Law

* Judge demands to know why Lindsey Halligan is still listed as "U.S. Attorney" when she is most definitely not a "U.S. Attorney." [ Law360] * Could law firms be on the brink of a financial downturn? [ Reuters] * McGlinchey Stafford will close down. Which might go a ways toward answering the prior question. [ American Lawyer] * "Mid-market legal powerhouse" launches. Which might go a ways toward further complicating that question. [ ABA Journal]
US news
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Protecting attorneys' autonomyadvancesAmericanaccountability | amNewYork

Restrictions on lawyers' access to venues undermine democratic principles and serve as intimidation tactics against legal opposition.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.01.26 - Above the Law

Major law firms are implementing security measures for Middle East offices while Trump administration officials engage in prediction market betting on military operations, and various legal and political controversies unfold across multiple jurisdictions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 03.25.26 - Above the Law

The Justice Department may have leaked grand jury testimony, raising concerns about legal violations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.24.26 - Above the Law

Federal judges in NJ have appointed a new U.S. Attorney amid concerns of illegal firings and replacements.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

People Often Confuse One Attorney For Another - Above the Law

Lawyers can minimize mistaken identity issues by clarifying their location and practicing due diligence in communication.
Law
fromabovethelaw.com
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.19.26

Colorado proposes legal immunity for AI companies, Microsoft considers suing over OpenAI-Amazon deal, Justice Alito changes recusal practices, and law firms fail to communicate with clients about AI implementation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.17.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments reveal systemic challenges including prosecutorial staffing concerns, AI misuse in legal matters, judicial oversight of executive actions, and emerging liability issues around AI-generated harmful content.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.16.26 - Above the Law

Trump criticizes Supreme Court loyalty; AI risks escalate; legal tech expands with ChatGPT; courts reject harassment tactics; judiciary-administration tensions rise; defamation trial proceeds against rapper.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

They've Done Enough - See Also - Above the Law

Trump's Lawyers Should Be Disbarred: Time for accountability.
US politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Legalweek Final Keynote: An Industry Still Whistling Past The Graveyard? - Above the Law

Law firms must adopt AI and abandon billable hour models to meet client demands for faster, cheaper, better services and predictable pricing, or risk obsolescence like outdated business models.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Legalweek's Annual Judicial Panel: A Clear And Present Danger To Our Judges - And The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Federal judges face escalating threats, harassment, and violence from those who disagree with their rulings, creating a crisis threatening judicial independence and the rule of law.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.12.26 - Above the Law

DLA Piper abandons verein structure; DOJ lawyer runs for Congress after calling out immigration system; women law professors dominate most-cited faculty rankings; criminal penalties pursued for fish weight tampering; Quinn Emanuel contempt ruling overturned; Democrats investigate Brad Bondi's DOJ outcomes; powerful lawyers unprepared for Epstein files release.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.11.26 - Above the Law

Ed Martin faces D.C. disciplinary charges; DOJ opposes local licensing authority investigations into ethical breaches; journalists protest RELX-ICE deals; Berkeley adds 1L recruiting course; judiciary prioritizes PACER upgrades post-hacking; lower court judges lack security; NASDAQ relaxes standards for SpaceX; lawyer convicted of stalking blogger receives community service.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 01.21.26 - Above the Law

Headlines report data theft linked to election overturn efforts, judicial turmoil, U.S. Attorney vacancy, international sentencing, DOJ birthright citizenship push, and immigration court compliance concerns.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.10.26 - Above the Law

Major legal developments include Anthropic's Defense Department lawsuit, judicial rulings on illegal appointees, law firm mergers, antitrust settlements, AI legal services expansion, Supreme Court shadow docket debates, and ChatGPT litigation over legal advice.
#legal-operations
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago
Law

A 'Seat At The Table' For Law Departments Isn't Enough Anymore - Above the Law

Legal departments must shift from strategic positioning to operational excellence, as AI acceleration exposes inconsistencies in how work is actually executed and managed.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

The Moment Legal Found Out What 'Ready' Really Means - Above the Law

Legal teams must build operational maturity to reliably scale and defend AI-driven pilots into consistent, sustainable, and measurable day-to-day processes.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

A 'Seat At The Table' For Law Departments Isn't Enough Anymore - Above the Law

Legal departments must shift from strategic positioning to operational excellence, as AI acceleration exposes inconsistencies in how work is actually executed and managed.
#legal-ethics
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Legal and political disputes: tariffs, Supreme Court action, prison transfers, free-speech risks, Bondi oversight, and challenges to the Voting Rights Act.
US politics
fromabovethelaw.com
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 01.12.26

A criminal DOJ probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell triggered a sharp market decline, amid several high-profile legal developments affecting courts, counsel, and copyright.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 01.28.26 - Above the Law

Legal and political institutions face competing pressures from ICE operations, private equity priorities, and accountability demands, reshaping firm behavior and public responses.
#immigration-enforcement
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Take Control Of Your Legal News: Add Above The Law To Your Google Preferred Sources - Above the Law

At Above the Law, we know that in the legal world, information isn't just power; it's a competitive advantage. But with the sheer volume of news breaking every hour, the most important insights can sometimes get buried under a mountain of generic search results. Google has introduced a way for you to change that. With their Preferred Sources feature, you can take the steering wheel from the algorithm and tell Google exactly which voices you trust.
Law
#epstein
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Threading The Needle: How To Win The Case That Can't Be Won (At Least Not The Obvious Way) - Above the Law

Win messy cases by accepting client imperfection, avoiding absolutism, and focusing ruthlessly on the single pivotal issue that defines where responsibility ends.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 02.09.26 - Above the Law

Numerous contentious developments: Fifth Circuit allowing indefinite detention of suspected undocumented migrants, high-profile appearances, campus censorship, market regulation, AI legal-advice concerns, and infrastructure litigation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 01.27.26 - Above the Law

The profession confronts billing pressures, safety threats, employment disputes over political expression, persistent sexism, cultural shifts among lawyers, AI anxiety, and debates over international law.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 02.04.26 - Above the Law

Several legal developments: nonequity partner unrest, Epstein-related accusation, SEC suit against Musk, judicial skepticism on trade-secret claims, NY legal observers for ICE, controversial EEOC hire.
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