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Senate Judiciary Committee to Subpoena Justice’s Billionaire Supporters

The Senate Judiciary Committee has announced plans to vote to subpoena a pair of billionaires who reportedly gave lavish gif…

byJAMES BROWN •October 31, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.31.23

* Biglaw and finance shouldering the commercial real estate load as they fight to return to the office load while every othe…

byJAMES BROWN •October 31, 2023

2023 Was A Very Good Year For Biglaw Firms To Increase Their Billable Rate

Industry experts are predicting more rate hikes next year too. The post 2023 Was A Very Good Year For Biglaw Firms To Incre…

byJAMES BROWN •October 31, 2023

Lawsuit Reveals Youth Housed in Angola Prison Suffered Intolerable Conditions

A federal class-action lawsuit supported by the American Civil Liberties Union’s National Prison Project has halted Louisian…

byJAMES BROWN •October 30, 2023

Health Exec: We Have No Choice But To Embrace AI

Providers who don't take advantage of AI will get ‘left behind,’ said Dr. Shantanu Gaur, founder and CEO of Allurion Tec…

byJAMES BROWN •October 30, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.30.23

* State AG’s explain how Facebook algorithms are just like tobacco and opioids. Except, you know, instead of killing you it …

byJAMES BROWN •October 30, 2023

Waiting For The Host

Notes to my (legal) self. The post Waiting For The Host appeared first on Above the Law . from Above the Law https://if…

byJAMES BROWN •October 28, 2023

Report: United States Now a Destination Spot for Laundering Proceeds of Environmental Crime

A new report from the Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition reveals that the United States ha…

byJAMES BROWN •October 27, 2023

How The Courts Have Made It Easier For Cops To Steal From Citizens

Another case heading to the Supreme Court dealing with asset forfeiture. The post How The Courts Have Made It Easier For Co…

byJAMES BROWN •October 27, 2023

New Mexico County Police Officials Named in Gun-Trafficking Scheme

Two Albuquerque, New Mexico police officials have been named in a federal indictment involving a conspiracy to traffick more…

byJAMES BROWN •October 27, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.27.23

* Remember Morgan Lewis partner Sheri Dillon? She's the one who stood in front of a pile of -- for all we know empty -- …

byJAMES BROWN •October 27, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.26.23

* Are firms going to start outsourcing associate training? An interesting concept! What if we had "schools" where …

byJAMES BROWN •October 26, 2023

The First Amendment Just Kind Of Means Whatever Now — See Also

Ron DeSantis Launches New Desperate Attempt To Gain Voters: Maybe banning Palestinian student groups for campus will make u…

byJAMES BROWN •October 26, 2023

Biglaw Lockstep Partnership Could Take A Real Blow Next Year

The future is nonequity. The post Biglaw Lockstep Partnership Could Take A Real Blow Next Year appeared first on Above the…

byJAMES BROWN •October 26, 2023

Grand Jury Declines to Indict Akron Police Officers for Traffic Stop Killing of Black Man

Eight Akron Police Department officers are back on duty after a grand jury decided not to indict them for the killing of a 2…

byJAMES BROWN •October 25, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.25.23

* Mark Meadows has immunity? Well, well, well. [ ABC ] * Meta targeted for hooking kids through algorithms say state attorn…

byJAMES BROWN •October 25, 2023

Good News! No Jail. Bad News… Go Work On Your Resume. — See Also

Keep The Pranks At Home: Mile high bathroom note costs partner his job . Prepare To Get Spooky!: ATL's legally themed…

byJAMES BROWN •October 25, 2023

Chicago Sun-Times Shines A Light on ‘Oath Keepers’ In Police Departments Throughout Chicago Area

In the third installment of their ‘Extremism in the Ranks’ series, the Chicago Sun Times, WBEZ Chicago and OCCRP highlig…

byJAMES BROWN •October 24, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.24.23

* There are "thousands of trained therapy dogs found in courthouses across the country" to help jurors and attorne…

byJAMES BROWN •October 24, 2023

The New York Bar Exam Is Remarkably Consistent

Congrats to those who passed the most recent NY bar exam! The post The New York Bar Exam Is Remarkably Consistent appeared…

byJAMES BROWN •October 24, 2023

Informed Consent: Practical Tips To Discuss AI Use With Clients

Clients can have unrealistic expectations about what AI can achieve. The post Informed Consent: Practical Tips To Discuss A…

byJAMES BROWN •October 23, 2023

The Most Important Number In The Economy Is Fundamentally Unknowable

The words ‘term premium’ are inspiring some major philosophical and existential angst. The post The Most Important Number I…

byJAMES BROWN •October 23, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.23.23

* After all the hemming and hawing and stealth layoffs and delayed starts... most law firms are on track to meet 2023 budget…

byJAMES BROWN •October 23, 2023

Comptroller’s Office Likes To Keep The Work Place Hitler-Lover Free — See Also

I've Never Been Happier About Unemployment!: Attorney loses job after hateful rant . Kirkland & Ellis Have Amazing…

byJAMES BROWN •October 21, 2023

Donald Trump Pays A Price For Violating Court Issued Gag Order

It could have been a lot worse for the former president. The post Donald Trump Pays A Price For Violating Court Issued Gag …

byJAMES BROWN •October 21, 2023

Trump Gagged Harder

Well, not that much harder, TBH. The post Trump Gagged Harder appeared first on Above the Law . from Above the Law http…

byJAMES BROWN •October 21, 2023

Law School Books Are Pretty Expensive…

Notes to my (legal) self. The post Law School Books Are Pretty Expensive… appeared first on Above the Law . from Above …

byJAMES BROWN •October 21, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.20.23

* Non-lawyer Stephen Miller continues his bid to be the go-to ambulance chaser of "were your feelings hurt by wokeness?…

byJAMES BROWN •October 20, 2023

Law School Grads Are Getting Jobs At Historic Rates

The Class of 2022 is getting those jobs! The post Law School Grads Are Getting Jobs At Historic Rates appeared first on Ab…

byJAMES BROWN •October 20, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.19.23

* Baseball players join bid to overrule MLB's antitrust exemption because it's always incredibly stupid and should&#…

byJAMES BROWN •October 19, 2023

Logic Games Are No More! — See Also

A More Inclusive And Less Annoying LSAT: Read about the change here . Pro Se Pillow Man: The Mike Lindell saga continues …

byJAMES BROWN •October 19, 2023

Introducing Guaranteed Law School Admission

Taking a little bit of the stress out of law school applications. The post Introducing Guaranteed Law School Admission app…

byJAMES BROWN •October 19, 2023

Former Fox News Lawyer Blaming Everyone But Himself For Botching Dominion Suit To The Tune Of $787M

Let's systematically debunk every nonsense excuse Viet Dinh offers for the Fox News-Dominion settlement. The post Forme…

byJAMES BROWN •October 19, 2023

What Will Rite Aid Need To Do To Recover From Bankruptcy?

In order for the company to get back on its feet, experts say it will have to start acting more like its competitors, such a…

byJAMES BROWN •October 18, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.18.23

* SBF attorneys pursue theory that "cooperating witnesses... changed their tune only in hindsight." Yeah, that'…

byJAMES BROWN •October 18, 2023

Data Breach Class Actions Are Really Having A Moment

Filings are way up. The post Data Breach Class Actions Are Really Having A Moment appeared first on Above the Law . fro…

byJAMES BROWN •October 18, 2023

Financial Pressures Drove Nearly 40% Of Hospitals M&A Deals In Q3

The reason why M&A activity is regaining its momentum is because hospitals are seeking partnerships to grow and protect …

byJAMES BROWN •October 17, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.17.23

* Supreme Court nixes lower court rulings that had struck down Biden ghost gun regulations. Surely there's something in …

byJAMES BROWN •October 17, 2023

Should Your Clients Know You’re Briefing With AI? Florida Bar Wants Your Comments

Since when are lawyers this tech savvy? The post Should Your Clients Know You’re Briefing With AI? Florida Bar Wants Your C…

byJAMES BROWN •October 17, 2023

Rudy Giuliani Runs Into Judicial Buzzsaw. Again.

That one's gonna leave a mark. The post Rudy Giuliani Runs Into Judicial Buzzsaw. Again. appeared first on Above the L…

byJAMES BROWN •October 16, 2023

On Israel, Hamas, And Thinking Like A Lawyer

What hypothetical question will permit me to think clearly about the events of last Saturday? The post On Israel, Hamas, An…

byJAMES BROWN •October 16, 2023

Quinn Emanuel Announces Special Fall Bonuses

Will other firms 'fall' in line? The post Quinn Emanuel Announces Special Fall Bonuses appeared first on Above the…

byJAMES BROWN •October 16, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.16.23

* Federal judge resigns after caught living with one of the lawyers in matters in front of him. [ Reuters ] * But no ethics…

byJAMES BROWN •October 16, 2023

Trauma From Your Legal Job

Notes to my (legal) self. The post Trauma From Your Legal Job appeared first on Above the Law . from Above the Law http…

byJAMES BROWN •October 14, 2023

Sen. Bob Menendez Is Quite The Overachiever

Another trophy for the shelf. And by "trophy" we mean "federal indictment." The post Sen. Bob Menendez …

byJAMES BROWN •October 13, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.13.23

* Law firm grapples with rodent infestation. Now might be a good time to talk about hybrid work policies. [ Roll on Friday ]…

byJAMES BROWN •October 13, 2023

Lawyer Takes A Walk On The Demonic Side

There are definitely some ethical problems here. The post Lawyer Takes A Walk On The Demonic Side appeared first on Above …

byJAMES BROWN •October 13, 2023

Majority of Florida Prisons Lack Air Conditioning

75 percent of Florida prisons lack air conditioning, a situation made even worse by this summer’s record-breaking temperatur…

byJAMES BROWN •October 12, 2023

3 Questions This Healthcare Investor Finds Herself Asking Startups All The Time

At HLTH, General Catalyst Principal Candace Richardson discussed some of the questions she frequently asks startups during i…

byJAMES BROWN •October 12, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.12.23

* You know a trial's going great when bribery and prostitutes come up. [ Axios ] * Supreme Court looks to impose racial…

byJAMES BROWN •October 12, 2023

Getting The Most Bang For Your Law School Buck

It's money well spent at this law school. The post Getting The Most Bang For Your Law School Buck appeared first on Ab…

byJAMES BROWN •October 12, 2023

Rudy Giuliani Hit With $550K Tax Lien

He's in a financial tailspin, and the IRS is another creditor. The post Rudy Giuliani Hit With $550K Tax Lien appeared…

byJAMES BROWN •October 11, 2023

Law Student/Son Of Buc-ee’s Co-Founder Accused Of Secretly Filming In Bathrooms

House guests allegedly found a hidden camera in the bathroom. The post Law Student/Son Of Buc-ee’s Co-Founder Accused Of Se…

byJAMES BROWN •October 11, 2023

How And Why To Make Your Voice Heard On Whether Wild Horses Belong In Theodore Roosevelt National Park

In the course of his adventures at the Elkhorn Ranch, Teddy Roosevelt wrote of seeing wild horses. The post How And Why To …

byJAMES BROWN •October 11, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.11.23

* Clarence Thomas decides to push out a quick "the First Amendment should protect me more" opinion for funsies. [ …

byJAMES BROWN •October 11, 2023

Supreme Court Justice Most Dragged By The Press Wants To Weaken The First Amendment — See Also

Clarence Goes Out Of His Way To Revisit NYT v. Sullivan : I wonder why he feels that way . Who Isn't Taking The 5th?:…

byJAMES BROWN •October 11, 2023

NYU Law SBA President Brands Hamas Attacks As ‘Necessary’

Please stop contributing to the cycle of dehumanization. The post NYU Law SBA President Brands Hamas Attacks As ‘Necessary’…

byJAMES BROWN •October 11, 2023

Inmates Unknowingly Treated With Ivermectin Awarded $2,000 Each in Lawsuit Settlement

Five detainees at the Washington County Detention Center in Arkansas have accepted a settlement offer after suing the detent…

byJAMES BROWN •October 10, 2023

Digital Health Consolidation Is Meant To Happen, VCs Say

Endless digital health solutions have emerged over the last few years. But eventually, they'll have to consolidate — and…

byJAMES BROWN •October 10, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.10.23

* Treat your significant other the way you'd want to be treated if they're called to testify against you in a multi-…

byJAMES BROWN •October 10, 2023

Who Is Your Ideal Legal Client?

...And Why Does It Matter? The post Who Is Your Ideal Legal Client? appeared first on Above the Law . from Above the La…

byJAMES BROWN •October 07, 2023

The Biglaw Firms That Strike Fear In The Hearts Of Opposing Counsel (2024)

These firms are home to the most cutthroat litigators out there. The post The Biglaw Firms That Strike Fear In The Hearts O…

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

Everyone Has Opinions, And We Want Yours

Tell us what you really think about Above the Law. The post Everyone Has Opinions, And We Want Yours appeared first on Abo…

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

Get Ready: ATL’s Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest Will Be Here Soon

Use this time wisely to create a spectacular costume. We can't wait to see it! The post Get Ready: ATL’s Legally Themed…

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

Pauline Newman Speaks: ATL Interviews The Judge Who’s Fighting To Do Her Job

This is about as close as we're gonna get to her tweeting her side. The post Pauline Newman Speaks: ATL Interviews The …

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

Publishing A Book Means No Longer Having Control Over How Others Feel About It, Or How They’re Inspired By It. And That Includes AI.

From the we-need-to-learn-to-let-go dept. The post Publishing A Book Means No Longer Having Control Over How Others Feel Ab…

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.06.23

* Missouri asks Supreme Court to revive law banning local police from enforcing federal gun laws, which is... good? Publicly…

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

Do You Know How Expensive A JD Actually Is? — See Also

Transparency Your Wallet Needs: The DOE is pressing schools to be more financially specific . We Can't Stand For That:…

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

The Real Value Of A Supreme Court Justice

These justices are money. The post The Real Value Of A Supreme Court Justice appeared first on Above the Law . from Abo…

byJAMES BROWN •October 06, 2023

Biden Administration Waives Federal Laws, Approves Border Wall Construction

In its first use of a sweeping executive power employed often during the Trump presidency, the Biden administration has waiv…

byJAMES BROWN •October 05, 2023

Elon Musk Doesn’t Understand English Very Well, Thinks Nazis Are OK Guys, Or Both

A bit more galaxy-brained reasoning from the richest man on the planet. The post Elon Musk Doesn’t Understand English Very …

byJAMES BROWN •October 05, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.05.23

* Alex Jones put his parent company into bankruptcy in a bid to avoid paying damages. Now he's fighting the company beca…

byJAMES BROWN •October 05, 2023

Will Someone Please Think Of The Harvard Law Graduates! — See Also

Ron DeSantis Thinks He's An Underdog For Having Gone To Yale And Harvard: What a snowflake . One Of Gorsuch's Form…

byJAMES BROWN •October 05, 2023

FDA Authorizes Novavax’s COVID-19 Vax, Set Yo Join Fall Rollout Of Updated Shots

Novavax said its protein-based vaccine will be available in the coming days. The post FDA Authorizes Novavax’s COVID-19 Vax…

byJAMES BROWN •October 05, 2023

Calling All Biglaw Associates: 2023 Bonus Season Awaits

Make your predictions and share your thoughts in our annual bonus season survey. The post Calling All Biglaw Associates: 20…

byJAMES BROWN •October 04, 2023

Trump Finally Gets That Gag Order He’s Been Gunning For

First of many? The post Trump Finally Gets That Gag Order He’s Been Gunning For appeared first on Above the Law . from …

byJAMES BROWN •October 04, 2023

IRS Contractor Charged With Stealing Former President Trump’s And Other Wealthy Individuals’ Tax Returns And Leaking Them To The Press

Nobody knew who gave ProPublica and New York Times the tax returns. Until now. The post IRS Contractor Charged With Stealin…

byJAMES BROWN •October 04, 2023

Ron DeSantis Claims Victimhood For Having Attended Yale And Harvard Law

The world would have been better off if he went to a real law school, like Temple. The post Ron DeSantis Claims Victimhood …

byJAMES BROWN •October 04, 2023

Jay Powell Knows How To Reach Young People

We’re sure those posts about reviving the economy of York, Pa., are going viral as we speak. The post Jay Powell Knows How …

byJAMES BROWN •October 04, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.04.23

* Alito and Jackson snipe at each other over CFPB funding argument with Justice Jackson focusing on whether the agency viola…

byJAMES BROWN •October 04, 2023

FTX Trial And Binance Turmoil Are Just The Latest Trouble For Crypto

The well of cryptocurrency investor tolerance runs deep. The post FTX Trial And Binance Turmoil Are Just The Latest Trouble…

byJAMES BROWN •October 04, 2023

Michigan Supreme Court Clears Oxford School Shooter’s Parents For Trial

The parents of a teenager who killed four fellow students in a shooting at Oxford High School will face trial on involuntary…

byJAMES BROWN •October 03, 2023

3 Lessons From The Delaware Bench Bar Conference (Part II)

The goings-on in Delaware are as relevant as ever to patent litigators and their clients. The post 3 Lessons From The Delaw…

byJAMES BROWN •October 03, 2023

These 10 Trends Are Affecting The Healthcare Economy The Most

Some of the main ideas covered in the Trilliant Health report included Americans’ worsening physical and mental health, the …

byJAMES BROWN •October 03, 2023

Women Are Actually Winning At This Gender Pay Gap

Wanna be paid more than your male counterpart? Look at a General Counsel role. The post Women Are Actually Winning At This …

byJAMES BROWN •October 03, 2023

eDiscovery Assistant, Legal Research Platform For E-Discovery, Adds AI-Generated Case Law Summaries

The feature uses ChatGPT to deliver one-paragraph summaries of court decisions, with the goal of enabling legal professional…

byJAMES BROWN •October 03, 2023

World’s Richest Biglaw Firm Announces Yet Another ENORMOUS Partnership Class

With more than 200 new partners, how many of them will enter the firm’s equity ranks? The post World’s Richest Biglaw Firm …

byJAMES BROWN •October 02, 2023

BREAKING: Justice Thomas Does Something Ethical

It was literally the very least he could do. The post BREAKING: Justice Thomas Does Something Ethical appeared first on Ab…

byJAMES BROWN •October 02, 2023

Say Hello To The Nation’s First ABA-Approved Fully Online J.D. Program

A new option for those hoping to attend one of the country's top entertainment law schools. The post Say Hello To The N…

byJAMES BROWN •October 02, 2023

Trump Can’t Win The General Election! Or He Can’t Lose! According To The Pundits …

Both sides overlook several things. The post Trump Can’t Win The General Election! Or He Can’t Lose! According To The Pundi…

byJAMES BROWN •October 02, 2023

Looking At Supply And Demand To Pinpoint Why Outside Counsel Rates Continue To Rise

With the unemployment rate hovering at 3.8%, recruiting top law firm talent is a significant investment in a firm’s future s…

byJAMES BROWN •October 02, 2023

Morning Docket: 10.02.23

* Supreme Court is back in session after a relaxing summer collecting graft. [ Reuters ] * Trump's NY trial begins. [ L…

byJAMES BROWN •October 02, 2023