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Florida Man Stiffs Athletes With Fake NIL Promises According To Player Suit

Florida (State) Man, that is. The post Florida Man Stiffs Athletes With Fake NIL Promises According To Player Suit appeare…

byJAMES BROWN •December 31, 2024

How To Build Your Law Firm’s Online Profile

If your web presence is sort of . . . absent — get yourself together by listening to this episode of the Non-Eventcast podca…

byJAMES BROWN •December 31, 2024

ATL Holiday Card Contest: Last Chance To Vote For The Finalists! (2024)

Which of these law firm holiday cards is the best of 2024? Cast your vote by DECEMBER 31, 2024, at 11:30 p.m. EST! The post…

byJAMES BROWN •December 31, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.31.24

* Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are now divorced... 8 years after the fact. [ CNN ] * Trump's TikTok brief is... flimsy.…

byJAMES BROWN •December 31, 2024

Biglaw’s 2024 Year-End Cash Bash For Associates

Where does your firm stand when it comes to bonuses? Get all the latest updates. The post Biglaw’s 2024 Year-End Cash Bash …

byJAMES BROWN •December 30, 2024

How Are Legal Department Professionals Spending Their Time?

Please share your thoughts and help us benchmark your team. The post How Are Legal Department Professionals Spending Their …

byJAMES BROWN •December 30, 2024

Trend Alert: Biglaw Firms That Stiffed Associates On Special Bonuses Reverse Course

These top firms are back to paying associates market compensation. The post Trend Alert: Biglaw Firms That Stiffed Associat…

byJAMES BROWN •December 30, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.30.24

* Trump asks Supreme Court to halt TikTok ban. [ Law360 ] * Lawmakers question new judiciary travel disclosure rules that s…

byJAMES BROWN •December 30, 2024

ATL Holiday Card Contest: Vote For The Finalists! (2024)

Which of these law firm holiday cards is the best of 2024? The post ATL Holiday Card Contest: Vote For The Finalists! (2024…

byJAMES BROWN •December 27, 2024

Why One Startup CEO Is Excited About The White House’s New AI Czar Role

President-elect Donald Trump recently appointed former Paypal executive David Sacks as the White House’s first-ever czar for…

byJAMES BROWN •December 27, 2024

Supreme Court Won’t Help Big Telecom Kill NY Law Requiring Affordable Broadband For Poor People

From the you-broke-it,-you-buy-it dept The post Supreme Court Won’t Help Big Telecom Kill NY Law Requiring Affordable Broad…

byJAMES BROWN •December 27, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.27.24

* Someone pretending to represent Nintendo is filing fake DMCA takedown notices... just like we hope "United Healthcare…

byJAMES BROWN •December 27, 2024

Inflation Is Here To Stay — What’s Your Legal Team Doing About It?

Is there a magic solution to inflation? Are you renegotiating contracts, shoring up compliance processes, or finding creativ…

byJAMES BROWN •December 26, 2024

Healthcare Leaders Slam Exclusion Of Key Healthcare Provisions In Spending Package

Several healthcare provisions, including drug reforms, were left out of the government funding bill, angering some healthcar…

byJAMES BROWN •December 26, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.26.24

* Arkansas book ban runs afoul of Constitution... for now. [ Reuters ] * Federal judge in trouble for speaking to "pol…

byJAMES BROWN •December 26, 2024

Lawyers Doing Good — Christmas Movie Edition

It's a holiday classic. The post Lawyers Doing Good — Christmas Movie Edition appeared first on Above the Law . fro…

byJAMES BROWN •December 25, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.24.24

* Luigi pleads not guilty, hot. [ NBC ] * The least qualified judge in the country's husband is going to be DOJ chief o…

byJAMES BROWN •December 24, 2024

Careful Which Emojis You Use, Lest You Inadvertently Enter Into A Contract

Contracts professors are already thinking up new hypos. The post Careful Which Emojis You Use, Lest You Inadvertently Enter…

byJAMES BROWN •December 24, 2024

The Rest Is Still Unwritten: What Is The Future For Legal Document Drafting?

We’re drilling down on all things document management + AI on the Non-Eventcast podcast. The post The Rest Is Still Unwritt…

byJAMES BROWN •December 24, 2024

Above The Law’s 2024 Lawyer Of The Year Contest: The Finalists!

From distinguished to despicable, who should be Above the Law’s Lawyer of the Year for 2024? The post Above The Law’s 2024 …

byJAMES BROWN •December 23, 2024

Why Walgreens Is Reportedly Considering A Private Equity Buyer

Walgreens is reportedly exploring selling itself to private equity firm Sycamore Partners. It might be the right decision fo…

byJAMES BROWN •December 23, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.23.24

* You're not imagining it... a lot of firms still haven't announced bonuses. [ National Law Journal ] * Another fed…

byJAMES BROWN •December 23, 2024

This Attorney Reportedly Willing To Restrict Access To Abortion Pill

And he's been nominated for a key role in Donald Trump's administration. The post This Attorney Reportedly Willing …

byJAMES BROWN •December 21, 2024

Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan SHIPS Act To Boost Commercial Shipping

The bill has support from Mike Waltz, who's expected to be incoming President Donald Trump's national security advis…

byJAMES BROWN •December 21, 2024

Follow The Leader Or Lead The Followers?

What does leadership have to do with lawyering? A lot. The post Follow The Leader Or Lead The Followers? appeared first on…

byJAMES BROWN •December 20, 2024

Marla Crawford Was In The Room When Legal Technology Happened: A Journey Through Legal Tech Evolution

How did she navigate these uncharted waters, and what can her experience teach us about the future of legal practice in the …

byJAMES BROWN •December 20, 2024

How Did Provider Groups React To Congress’ End-Of-Year Healthcare Package?

Congress released a stopgap funding bill with a significant healthcare package, and provider groups are reacting favorably. …

byJAMES BROWN •December 19, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.19.24

* Michael Jordan dunking on legal adversaries now. [ Law360 ] * In honor of widespread sports gambling, here are some prop …

byJAMES BROWN •December 19, 2024

Judge Ho Goes Full Pick Me — See Also

Are You Listening Donny?!: Validation hungry judge throws immigrants under the bus to get noticed . Diversity Ain't De…

byJAMES BROWN •December 19, 2024

Not Much Love From Hogan Lovells — See Also

Top 20 Biglaw Firm Opts Out Of Treating Their Associates Special: Just the base bonuses. Folks are pissed . This Small Bou…

byJAMES BROWN •December 18, 2024

Donald Trump Sues Yet Another Media Outlet For Tortious Journalism-ing

The First Amendment protects speech. But journalism is "merchandise," okay? The post Donald Trump Sues Yet Anothe…

byJAMES BROWN •December 18, 2024

The New And Improved Bar Exam Is Gaining A Lot Of Steam

The future of the bar exam is here. The post The New And Improved Bar Exam Is Gaining A Lot Of Steam appeared first on Abo…

byJAMES BROWN •December 18, 2024

Conservatives HOPPING MAD Over Justice Jackson’s Broadway Cameo

'Don't cry for me...' The post Conservatives HOPPING MAD Over Justice Jackson’s Broadway Cameo appeared first …

byJAMES BROWN •December 18, 2024

The President Looking To Change The Composition Of The Federal Courts

About 62.2% of this president’s appointees were women. The post The President Looking To Change The Composition Of The Fede…

byJAMES BROWN •December 17, 2024

Ketanji Brown Jackson Gushes About Her One-Time Broadway Performance In ‘& Juliet’

She said being in the musical was her ‘dream come true.’ The post Ketanji Brown Jackson Gushes About Her One-Time Broadway …

byJAMES BROWN •December 17, 2024

Trump Judge Facing Allegations He Hosted Underage Drinking Party Resulting In ‘Serious And Traumatic’ Injuries

There was a brutal fight at the high school house party, according to the complaint. The post Trump Judge Facing Allegation…

byJAMES BROWN •December 17, 2024

Senators, Representatives Introduce Bill That Would Ban Joint Ownership Of PBMs And Pharmacies

Senators Elizabeth Warren and Josh Hawley and Representatives Diana Harshbarger and Jake Auchincloss introduced the Patients…

byJAMES BROWN •December 16, 2024

Elite Trial Boutique Wows Associates With Bonuses That Are 175% Above The Milbank Scale

Now THAT is a HUGE bonus! The post Elite Trial Boutique Wows Associates With Bonuses That Are 175% Above The Milbank Scale …

byJAMES BROWN •December 16, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.16.24

* The backlash against RFK Jr.'s lawyer for trying to make iron lungs happen again. [ CNN ] * Influencer lawsuits are t…

byJAMES BROWN •December 16, 2024

Clarence Thomas’s Long History Of Keeping Quiet

You can say a lot without actually speaking. The post Clarence Thomas’s Long History Of Keeping Quiet appeared first on Ab…

byJAMES BROWN •December 14, 2024

Rudy Giuliani Courts The Death Penalty (Sanctions)

Again. The post Rudy Giuliani Courts The Death Penalty (Sanctions) appeared first on Above the Law . from Above the Law…

byJAMES BROWN •December 14, 2024

Is Your Firm ‘Exposed’? It May Be Time To Seek Out A Merger — Or Else…

If your profitability isn't where it should be, it may be time to seek assistance. The post Is Your Firm ‘Exposed’? It …

byJAMES BROWN •December 14, 2024

Matt Gaetz’s Next Act Might Be Unexpected

This would be in addition to his announced new role as host on One America News Network. The post Matt Gaetz’s Next Act Mig…

byJAMES BROWN •December 13, 2024

Elite Litigation Boutique Announces Mega-Bonuses For Associates, Completely Blowing Away The Market Rate

WOW, these bonuses are huge! The post Elite Litigation Boutique Announces Mega-Bonuses For Associates, Completely Blowing A…

byJAMES BROWN •December 13, 2024

Biglaw Firm’s Raises Inch Closer To Market Expectations — See Also

Seyfarth Shaw Double Dips On Associate Raises: Check out their scale . Other Firms Are Offering Above Market: Check out W…

byJAMES BROWN •December 12, 2024

Did The Hawk Tuah Girl Spit On Investors With Her Failed Cryptocurrency? And How Can Investors Get Their Money Back?

Until someone issues refunds or gets a court judgment, what can investors do to minimize their losses? The post Did The Haw…

byJAMES BROWN •December 12, 2024

Jones Day Continues To Corner The Market On Supreme Court Clerks, With $450K+ Signing Bonuses Up For Grabs

Yowza! That's a lot of money! The post Jones Day Continues To Corner The Market On Supreme Court Clerks, With $450K+ Si…

byJAMES BROWN •December 12, 2024

At The Third TLTF Summit, Legal Tech Leaders Convened In Miami For Three Days Of Dialogue And Serendipity

If there is a single 'it' conference right now in legal tech, it is the TLTF Summit. The post At The Third TLTF Sum…

byJAMES BROWN •December 11, 2024

Timely Lessons From A Contingent Risk Insurance Conference

We should all remain excited to see how things unfold as this piece of the industry moves forward. The post Timely Lessons …

byJAMES BROWN •December 11, 2024

Eat And Make Up — See Also

Judge Orders Lawyers To Break Bread: They also decided who would do the tipping . Hov Caught Up In Bad Boy Business: Jay-…

byJAMES BROWN •December 10, 2024

Should President Biden Pardon Rachel Maddow?

The decision contains hazards either way. The post Should President Biden Pardon Rachel Maddow? appeared first on Above th…

byJAMES BROWN •December 10, 2024

Top Biglaw Firm’s Partnership Class Size Sees Massive Upswing After Introduction Of Nonequity Tier

How many of the firm's new partners made equity versus nonequity? We'll never know. The post Top Biglaw Firm’s Part…

byJAMES BROWN •December 10, 2024

AI Presents Both Opportunities And Risks For Lawyers. Are You Prepared? [Sponsored]

Get up to speed on AI’s rapid growth, risks, and potential — and take your knowledge of artificial intelligence to the next …

byJAMES BROWN •December 09, 2024

The Big 3 PBMs Are Countersuing The FTC. Does Their Argument Have Any Teeth?

After the FTC filed a lawsuit in September, accusing the three major pharmacy benefit managers of anticompetitive rebating p…

byJAMES BROWN •December 09, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.09.24

* Tony Buzbee has sued Quinn Emanuel alleging a harassment scheme to stop him from representing Diddy accusers. [ Canadian L…

byJAMES BROWN •December 09, 2024

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law . from Above the Law …

byJAMES BROWN •December 07, 2024

The Balancing Act: Life As Part Of The Sandwich Generation 

For those navigating similar paths, remember that proactive planning, building support networks, and being willing to adapt …

byJAMES BROWN •December 07, 2024

A Special Thanks To Our Advertisers

It's so great working with you. The post A Special Thanks To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law . from…

byJAMES BROWN •December 06, 2024

Biglaw’s 2025 Outlook Is So Bright Partners Need To Wear Shades

There may be some challenges ahead, but it's going to be a great year. The post Biglaw’s 2025 Outlook Is So Bright Part…

byJAMES BROWN •December 06, 2024

What’s Up With Neil Gorsuch’s Hatred Of An Enforceable Ethics Code For The Supreme Court?

No mere ethics code can bind Neil! The post What’s Up With Neil Gorsuch’s Hatred Of An Enforceable Ethics Code For The Supr…

byJAMES BROWN •December 06, 2024

Federal Judiciary Misleadingly Conflates Low Number Of Sexual Harassment Complaints With Lack Of Misconduct

The AO seems not to understand that there is no greater power disparity in the legal profession than between a fresh-out-of-…

byJAMES BROWN •December 05, 2024

CA Judge Engages In Public Rage Wank Over Hunter Biden Pardon

Forget judicial activism. This is some serious judicial onanism. The post CA Judge Engages In Public Rage Wank Over Hunter …

byJAMES BROWN •December 05, 2024

Good Luck Trying To Get Into This Law School

The school is the most selective. The post Good Luck Trying To Get Into This Law School appeared first on Above the Law . …

byJAMES BROWN •December 04, 2024

Joe Manchin Weighs In With Dumbest Take Yet On Pardonghazi

He's running through the tape. The post Joe Manchin Weighs In With Dumbest Take Yet On Pardonghazi appeared first on A…

byJAMES BROWN •December 04, 2024

Kirkland & Ellis Brings Together Pro Bono Client And Attorneys For Actually Enjoyable Networking Event

You, too, can support this great organization. The post Kirkland & Ellis Brings Together Pro Bono Client And Attorneys …

byJAMES BROWN •December 04, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.03.24

* Delaware reaffirms that Tesla can't pay Elon Musk half of its total assets. [ AP News ] * Mitch McConnell propounds n…

byJAMES BROWN •December 03, 2024

Do These Practice Areas Boost Your Chances Of Making Partner?

They're certainly well represented in the most recent Biglaw partnership class. The post Do These Practice Areas Boost …

byJAMES BROWN •December 03, 2024

Ohio Lawyer Disbarred After Stealing Nearly A Million Dollars From Clients

Not a good look for the profession. The post Ohio Lawyer Disbarred After Stealing Nearly A Million Dollars From Clients ap…

byJAMES BROWN •December 03, 2024

Above The Law’s 16th Annual Holiday Card Contest

We look forward to seeing your submissions. Thank you, and happy holidays! The post Above The Law’s 16th Annual Holiday Car…

byJAMES BROWN •December 02, 2024

Bond Guru Ken Leech Is Truly One In A Trillion

And, allegedly, not in a good way. The post Bond Guru Ken Leech Is Truly One In A Trillion appeared first on Above the Law…

byJAMES BROWN •December 02, 2024

Morning Docket: 12.02.24

* Joe Biden is pardoning his son Hunter. Anyone concerned about justice and the rule of law... should have said their peace …

byJAMES BROWN •December 02, 2024