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The Supreme Court on Wednesday was divided in Mullin v. Doe over the Trump administration’s efforts to strip citizens of Haiti and Syria of their protections under a federal program that allows […]

The Fools Sent Out The Draft Doc: Nobody was awake enough to catch that? Cool If I Flip The Bird?: Flashing the finger as patriotic duty. Keep The Hate Outside The Club: Metropolitan Club […]

Profits per equity partner took a hit. The post Partners At This Biglaw Firm Took A Haircut Last Year appeared first on Above the Law.

With 57% of adults in the United States using a generative chatbot like ChatGPT or Gemini multiple times a week, the landscape for how people find information, such as what lawyer to hire, has […]

Today is the last day of oral argument for the term, capping a very busy week for the justices. On Tuesday evening, six justices and their spouses attended the White House state dinner for King […]

AI tools have made it easier than ever to publish content. Some folks jumped on the bandwagon immediately, while others held off, but it’s hard to resist a tool that saves you so much time. And why […]

This Biglaw firm is trying to prevent AI-generated fiction from making it into federal court filings. The post Fake Case Law, Real Problems: Biglaw’s AI Reality Check appeared first on Above the […]

Cleary’s subsidiary just launched products that will take away firm business… and that’s the plan. The post ClearyX Bets That Biglaw Disruption Is Inevitable appeared first on Above the Law.

Saw this coming. The post ABA Settlement Over Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund Goes About How You’d Expect It To appeared first on Above the Law.

Failing to disclose that the car has been fully restored is an omission of a material fact. The post Porsche’s Factory Mileage Reset: Can They Legally Turn Back The Odometer? appeared first on […]

An employer that treats WARN as an afterthought in RIF planning is in a materially worse legal position than one that builds compliance into the timeline from the beginning.

Lawsuit alleges America’s largest supermarket chain is deceiving consumers with humane-washing signage while stocking factory-farmed meat from companies with documented animal welfare violations.

Say hello to the top law firms in the Windy City. The post The Most Prestigious Biglaw Firms In Chicago (2027) appeared first on Above the Law.

Verdicts at trial can exceed settlement figures significantly when liability is clear and the jury hears compelling testimony about the long-term human cost of the injury.

At least six club members are trying to block the Acting AG’s application, saying the DOJ is too busy targeting club members to make for congenial conversation. The post Washington’s Most Exclusive […]

The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. Since our last post, the […]

Rideshare accident cases run through multiple insurance systems simultaneously, and the company’s claims process is designed to resolve cases for the minimum amount possible.

These law schools may help you get the most prestigious jobs. The post The Law Schools Where The Most Graduates Got Federal Clerkships (2025) appeared first on Above the Law.

It was enough to drive a man to drink. The post Kash Patel’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week appeared first on Above the Law.

The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down a Louisiana congressional map that a group of voters who describe themselves as “non-African American” had challenged as the product of unconstitutional […]

Understanding each step helps reduce errors and ensures compliance with international legal requirements.

When you’re recruiting lawyers by Twitter DM, this is what happens. The post DOJ Forgets To Remove ‘DRAFT’ Watermark Splashed Across Every Page Of Filing appeared first on Above the Law.

In addition to his practice, Contos serves as an adjunct professor at New York University and NYU Tandon School of Engineering, where he teaches courses in construction dispute resolution and […]

‘Legal’ is not synonymous with ‘consequence-free.’ The post Can You Get In Any Legal Trouble By Flipping The Bird To Gaudy Trump-Branded Properties? appeared first on Above the Law.

The Defense Department stated in a legislative proposal that it will likely spend about $50 million in fiscal 2026 to get the ball rolling on a name change. The post Pentagon Formally Requests Name […]

* Taylor Swift attempts to register her voice and likeness as trademarks to combat deep fakes that copyright law can’t address. [ABA Journal] * This morning, the Supreme Court will hear the […]

Wednesday is expected to be the final argument day of the 2025-26 term, as well as an opinion day.

Storms block access to addiction medications, raising relapse risks.

Federal case targets tax preparers accused of filing false returns.

Did Todd Blanche Really Just Say That?: The best and the brightest can’t manage forensics. …Did Donald Trump Write This?: This DOJ ballroom brief looks a LOT like a Truth Social post. How Did […]

Nonequity partners are taking over Biglaw. The post Equity Partners Are Becoming Passé appeared first on Above the Law.

What is true of the cox in an Olympic race is often true of a funder in a high-stakes IP dispute. The post Rowing For Gold appeared first on Above the Law.

The company also announced new capabilities that it says streamline billing and improve visibility into financial performance for its customers. The post 8am Now Guarantees Next-Day Payments To Its […]

The bar keeps getting lower. The post James Comey Indicted For Playing With Sea Shells In New Low Point For DOJ Integrity appeared first on Above the Law.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday appeared poised to further narrow the extent to which U.S. courts can be used as a forum to consider alleged violations of international law.

The shift is small, surprising, and nowhere near enough to change who runs law schools. The post After Years Of Decline, Male Law Students Make A Modest Comeback appeared first on Above the Law.

The dispute centers on Monsanto’s popular line of Roundup herbicide products, whose main active ingredient is glyphosate.

This is embarrassing work product from any lawyer. From the DOJ, it’s unforgivable. The post DOJ Files Ballroom Brief That Reads Like Truth Social Post — Because Trump Probably Wrote It appeared […]

Why the lawyers who give more, listen better, and follow through faster win the business everyone else is chasing. The post Climbing Karma Mountain: The Rainmaker’s Advantage No One Teaches In Law […]

One hell of a run! The post Seton Hall Law Student Lands In Jeopardy!’s Top Five appeared first on Above the Law.

While it does not replace advice from a qualified professional, it plays an important role in helping people navigate unfamiliar legal topics with greater confidence.

For legal operations professionals, the question is no longer whether AI will change the billable hour model, but whether your department is ready to manage that change. The post The Gap Is Closing: […]

Stay informed and cautious when dealing with any insurance company representatives. Your health and financial stability are the most important priorities right now.

Send us your submissions by FRIDAY, MAY 1, at 5:00 P.M. (Eastern time). The post Time Is Running Out: Submit Your Entries For Above The Law’s 17th Annual Law Revue Video Contest! appeared first on […]

Please share your thoughts in this (always) brief and anonymous survey. The post Has Legal Industry Upheaval Changed Your Career Goals?  appeared first on Above the Law.

That’s not fair, it’s much more racist than you’re imagining. The post Georgetown Law Professor’s Tweet About Correspondents’ Dinner Attack And Barack Obama Is Just As Bad As You’re Imagining […]

The Fastest Way To Lose A False Flag Argument Is To Lose The Bullet The post Sure, The Correspondents’ Dinner Shooter’s Bullet ‘Just Disappeared.’ That’ll Quiet The Conspiracy Theorists […]

The American Medical Association is urging Congress to add safeguards for AI mental health chatbots amid safety concerns, while noting their potential to expand access. The post AMA Calls On Congress […]

Empirical SCOTUS is a recurring series by Adam Feldman that looks at Supreme Court data, primarily in the form of opinions and oral arguments, to provide insights into the justices’ decision […]

* SEC begs Congress for legislative action on crypto regulation. Congress nodded and held a press conference about using taxpayer dollars to build a ballroom instead. [National Law Journal] * Big […]