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fromAbove the Law
1 month 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
1 month ago
US news

Biglaw Firms May See Prestige Ranking Scores Take A Hit Thanks To Piss-Poor Deals With Trump - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month 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
1 month ago
US news

Biglaw Firms May See Prestige Ranking Scores Take A Hit Thanks To Piss-Poor Deals With Trump - Above the Law

#private-equity
#legal-tech
#legal-industry
NYC startup
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Proposed Biglaw Merger Will Create New Top 20 Am Law Firm, New Top New York Firm - Above the Law

McDermott Will & Emery and Schulte Roth & Zabel are finalizing a merger that could create a top New York law firm with over $2.8 billion in revenue.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
London politics

Elite Biglaw Firms Want To Make Their 'Magic Circle' Designation Magically Disappear - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
NYC startup

Axinn's New Office In Rockefeller Center Promises To Be Collaborative Hub Designed To 'Attract Top Talent' - Above the Law

NYC startup
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Proposed Biglaw Merger Will Create New Top 20 Am Law Firm, New Top New York Firm - Above the Law

McDermott Will & Emery and Schulte Roth & Zabel are finalizing a merger that could create a top New York law firm with over $2.8 billion in revenue.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
London politics

Elite Biglaw Firms Want To Make Their 'Magic Circle' Designation Magically Disappear - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
NYC startup

Axinn's New Office In Rockefeller Center Promises To Be Collaborative Hub Designed To 'Attract Top Talent' - Above the Law

#trump
Law
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Judge finds Trump's EO against WilmerHale unconstitutional

Trump's executive order against WilmerHale was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge.
Law
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Trump campaign against law firms dealt another setback as judge blocks executive order

Federal judge blocks Trump's executive order targeting law firms, affirming constitutional rights and independent judiciary.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump's deals with law firms are like deals 'made with a gun to the head,' lawyers say

Trump's deals with law firms lack legal validity due to coercive conditions and unclear agreements.
Law
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Judge finds Trump's EO against WilmerHale unconstitutional

Trump's executive order against WilmerHale was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge.
Law
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Trump campaign against law firms dealt another setback as judge blocks executive order

Federal judge blocks Trump's executive order targeting law firms, affirming constitutional rights and independent judiciary.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump's deals with law firms are like deals 'made with a gun to the head,' lawyers say

Trump's deals with law firms lack legal validity due to coercive conditions and unclear agreements.
#trump-administration
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Give Me a Break!' Judge Shreds DOJ Attorney Defending Trump Executive Order Targeting Law Firm

A federal judge rejected DOJ arguments supporting Trump's executive order against law firms, illustrating judicial skepticism towards the administration's legal tactics.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

4 Big Law firms decided to fight the Trump administration in court - and they're winning

Trump's executive orders targeting law firms sparked significant legal resistance, leading to high-profile court battles.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Biglaw Firms Enshrined In Protest Song - Above the Law

WilmerHale achieved a significant legal victory against the Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of standing for justice.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Law firms have a new way to attract clients and talent: Stand up to Trump

Elite law firms are undergoing a crucial brand test regarding their response to the Trump administration's pressures.
Firms resisting Trump's actions seem to fare better in reputation than those who cut deals.
Privacy professionals
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

'Is this a throwback to the McCarthy era?' Judges consider injunction bids by firms targeted in Trump orders

Judges question if Trump’s executive orders against law firms echo McCarthy-era tactics of repression.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

4 top partners quit Paul Weiss, Big Law firm that cut deal with Trump

Four partners from Paul Weiss have resigned to establish their own law firm amid criticism of their former firm's dealings with the Trump administration.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Give Me a Break!' Judge Shreds DOJ Attorney Defending Trump Executive Order Targeting Law Firm

A federal judge rejected DOJ arguments supporting Trump's executive order against law firms, illustrating judicial skepticism towards the administration's legal tactics.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

4 Big Law firms decided to fight the Trump administration in court - and they're winning

Trump's executive orders targeting law firms sparked significant legal resistance, leading to high-profile court battles.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Biglaw Firms Enshrined In Protest Song - Above the Law

WilmerHale achieved a significant legal victory against the Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of standing for justice.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Law firms have a new way to attract clients and talent: Stand up to Trump

Elite law firms are undergoing a crucial brand test regarding their response to the Trump administration's pressures.
Firms resisting Trump's actions seem to fare better in reputation than those who cut deals.
Privacy professionals
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

'Is this a throwback to the McCarthy era?' Judges consider injunction bids by firms targeted in Trump orders

Judges question if Trump’s executive orders against law firms echo McCarthy-era tactics of repression.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

4 top partners quit Paul Weiss, Big Law firm that cut deal with Trump

Four partners from Paul Weiss have resigned to establish their own law firm amid criticism of their former firm's dealings with the Trump administration.
#legal-technology
fromLawSites
2 months ago
Marketing tech

FirmPilot Reaches $11.7M in Funding, As Thomson Reuters and HubSpot Ventures Join As Investors

fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Artificial intelligence

Filevine's Artificial Intelligence Is Freeing Legal Professionals from the Paper Chase | HackerNoon

fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Law Firm Marketing: A Tragedy In Three Acts That Firms Can't Stop Performing - Above the Law

fromLawSites
2 months ago
Marketing tech

FirmPilot Reaches $11.7M in Funding, As Thomson Reuters and HubSpot Ventures Join As Investors

fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Artificial intelligence

Filevine's Artificial Intelligence Is Freeing Legal Professionals from the Paper Chase | HackerNoon

fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Law Firm Marketing: A Tragedy In Three Acts That Firms Can't Stop Performing - Above the Law

#ai-in-legal
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Anthropic's lawyer was forced to apologize after Claude hallucinated a legal citation | TechCrunch

fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

The AI Strategy Potluck: Law Firms Showing Up Empty-Handed, Hungry, And Weirdly Proud Of It - Above the Law

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Anthropic's lawyer was forced to apologize after Claude hallucinated a legal citation | TechCrunch

fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

The AI Strategy Potluck: Law Firms Showing Up Empty-Handed, Hungry, And Weirdly Proud Of It - Above the Law

#legal-ethics
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 04.29.25 - Above the Law

Law firms face ethical challenges defending police against excessive force claims due to government initiative.
Susman Godfrey exemplifies how firms can uphold values and resist unethical pressures.
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago
Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Messy Mexico Judicial Elections, Angry Clients, Pro Bono For DOJ, Bondi Complaint & More - Above the Law

Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 04.29.25 - Above the Law

Law firms face ethical challenges defending police against excessive force claims due to government initiative.
Susman Godfrey exemplifies how firms can uphold values and resist unethical pressures.
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago
Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Messy Mexico Judicial Elections, Angry Clients, Pro Bono For DOJ, Bondi Complaint & More - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Vault's Top Law Firms By Practice Area And Region (2026) - Above the Law

"Cravath has maintained its status as the most prestigious law firm in America for a decade, reflecting its longstanding influence and reputation in the legal field."
Startup companies
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

The Jerk Store Called, They're Not Running Out Of Lawyers - Above the Law

A recent survey reveals that lawyers believe their firms exhibit a high tolerance for toxic behavior, raising questions about industry culture and individual sensitivity to workplace dynamics.
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

POLL: Has Your Law Firm Declared Juneteenth A Paid Firm Holiday? (2025) - Above the Law

Despite initial enthusiasm, support for Juneteenth celebrations among law firms has diminished amid shifting political climates, particularly with recent anti-DEI sentiments affecting initiatives.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Biglaw Firms In Downtown LA Shift To Remote Work For Sake Of Convenience Amid Ongoing Protests - Above the Law

"When the curfew was announced, I think we were most worried about the protesters' reaction to the announcement of the curfew, more so than the actual curfew itself."
Los Angeles
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Stat(s) Of The Week: Biglaw's Office Space - Above the Law

Back at the start of office reentry, we asked our audience to compare their desire for higher pay with their desire for remote flexibility.
Remote teams
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Quiet Crisis Of Law Firm Lead Conversion: Why You Don't Have A Marketing Problem, You Have An Intake Problem - Above the Law

Marketing drives attention. But intake converts that attention into action. Without a well-oiled intake system, even the most sophisticated marketing will bleed opportunity.
Marketing tech
#pro-bono
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

From Paralegal To Chairman: Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp's Leader Shares His Thoughts On Strategic Growth Planning - Above the Law

Many strategic plans collect dust, typically failing at the stage of implementation. That's often the case because of lack of buy-in by various stakeholders.
Intellectual property law
#cybersecurity
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Information security

Another FBI Alert: The Legal Industry Continues To Be Targeted By Ransomware - Above the Law

Information security
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Another FBI Alert: The Legal Industry Continues To Be Targeted By Ransomware - Above the Law

Law firms are being targeted by Silent Ransom Group, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity awareness in the legal industry.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

And For My Last Trick - See Also - Above the Law

The term "Magic Circle" has historically denoted the most prestigious law firms in the UK, known for their prestigious client base and lucrative practices. However, as competition intensifies, these firms are attempting to rebrand themselves as "Global Elite," aiming to expand their influence beyond traditional markets and adapt to a globalized legal landscape.
SF politics
Law
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

RICO billing conspiracy by law firms 'hoodwinked' courts, Ford alleges in suit seeking $300M

Ford Motor Co. accuses California law firms of a racketeering conspiracy involving inflated billing in lemon law litigation.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump news at a glance: president faces intensifying criticism over Qatar plane gift

Trump's acceptance of a $400 million plane from Qatar draws bipartisan criticism, raising concerns over corruption.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

John Morgan Of Morgan & Morgan On Blueprints for Organizational Transformation - Above the Law

Hope, in itself, won't deliver the results you want in your law firm. A structured plan, complete with action steps and commitment, is essential for true success.
Growth hacking
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

DOJ's New Biglaw 'Conflict' Policy: A Masterclass in Retaliation Theater - Above the Law

The DOJ's new policy discourages law firms from challenging the administration by redefining 'conflict of interest' to include litigation against it.
#legal-profession
fromLawSites
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

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

fromLawSites
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

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

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Billable Hour Dying So Slowly, You'd Think It's Billing By The Hour - Above the Law

Every year, we hear about killing the billable hour and every year, it lives to see another day.
Artificial intelligence
Black Lives Matter
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Biglaw Firm Ends Diversity Billing Codes, Scrubs Key Sections Of Website - Above the Law

Nixon Peabody is dismantling its diversity initiatives, such as billing codes and in-house affinity groups, in response to political pressures.
#financial-index
Startup companies
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Elite Firm Raises The Bar On Compensation, Offers $300K Starting Salaries For Associates - Above the Law

Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors is offering highly competitive salaries to attract top talent, providing a positive outlook amidst legal sector challenges.
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