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Good job! The post Biglaw Firm Giving Their Associates The Best Work appeared first on Above the Law.

The only thing better than an ‘I told you so’ is one that comes with a substantial windfall! The post Man Arrested For Charlie Kirk Post Wins 6 Figure Settlement appeared first on Above the Law.

A federal judge sanctioned the firm and called out a “deeply disturbing” culture of lawyering. The post Quinn Emanuel Just Got a $3 Million Ethics Lesson. A Judge Made Them Write It Themselves. […]

Thanks, but no thanks. The post Maybe Law Professors Need To Sit Out The Next Few Constitutional Crises appeared first on Above the Law.

The firm’s annual scholarship prize for law students of color returns amid the Trump administration’s ongoing anti-diversity crusade. The post Susman Godfrey Continues DEI Scholarship Program As […]

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 […]

Trump and his family will not receive anything from this fund but instead get a formal apology from the United States. The post From Tax Lawsuit To Anti-Lawfare Fund: Examining Trump’s […]

More on Biglaw’s insider trading scandal and a rare feel good story. The post Don’t Let The Client Write The Brief As A Treat appeared first on Above the Law.

It is essential to have a plan in place to support your loved one after release. This should include details such as follow-up care with a mental health professional, medication management, […]

Hopefully just the first suit. The post Capitol Police Officers Sue To Block Trump Slush Fund For Rioters appeared first on Above the Law.

As SGFLMS firm looks to the future, the firm’s focus remains the same: maintaining its position as a leader in trusts and estates litigation while continuing to develop the next generation of […]

[Sponsored] Presenting winning use cases at the inaugural Foundation Innovation Awards. The post How 3 Elite Firms Drove Biglaw Innovation With Litera appeared first on Above the Law.

Suppressor laws in the U.S. are governed at the federal and state levels. Federal laws require NFA compliance (registering, federal approval, etc.), while state laws vary.

Jane Doe was imprisoned in a fire station shed and repeatedly raped by CAL FIRE firefighter David Renteria for over six hours.

It’s like an endless buffet of items you don’t want and can’t stomach. The post As The National Debt Soars, Trump Steals Billions From Taxpayers To Redistribute To January 6 Rioters appeared first on […]

According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, as little as two milligrams of fentanyl can be fatal, depending on a person’s body size, tolerance, and past usage—a tiny amount that can fit on […]

As IMPD SWAT officers approached to breach the door, McGhee threatened to shoot them and fired multiple rounds, including one that struck near the front door of the home.

PETA’s undercover investigation helped lead to the site’s closure and the liberation of nearly 4,000 surviving dogs. 

Braden Peters, aka Clavicular, took a plea deal for shooting a dead alligator on livestream. The internet does not care about that. The internet cares about the judge. The post Looksmaxxing […]

Lawsuit claims chatbot conversations contributed to teenager’s fatal overdose and addiction.

A coalition of employer and consumer groups is urging the Trump administration to crack down on alleged abuse of the No Surprises Act’s independent dispute resolution process. The post 48 Groups […]

It’s been a while since we wrote a “brass tacks” post on Oregon cannabis licensing. This blog post will cover some FAQs, from the perspective of an attorney who has worked on hundreds of these […]

Immigration Matters is a recurring series by César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández that analyzes the court’s immigration docket, highlighting emerging legal questions about new policy and […]

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 […]

* Former member of Watergate prosecution team explains how Trump’s January 6 slush fund exposes DOJ lawyers to fraud charges down the road. Not if they all get pardons first… [Bloomberg Law News] […]

Plus, in the latest edition of Ask Amy, Amy explores how common it is for a justice to have argued a case before the Supreme Court before becoming a justice.

ATM disputes spark settlement payments and concerns over banking machine errors

Quinn Emanuel Honors Harry Olivar: Our condolences to his friends and family. That’s Not The Bragging Point You Think It Is: Todd Blanche reminds everyone Trump owns him. Not Only A Riot, A Get […]

Biglaw’s top M&A practice. The post Now That’s An Elite M&A Practice appeared first on Above the Law.

The chair of this top firm says sustainable growth sometimes means knowing what to leave behind. The post Biglaw’s Growth Game Comes With Cuts, Too appeared first on Above the Law.

Don’t let right-wing propaganda convince you we don’t need the ABA. The post Turns Out The ABA’s Gatekeeping Role Actually Does Something appeared first on Above the Law.

Executive membership bonuses aren’t the only way that Costco customers want their money back. The post Costco Tries To Get Tariff Refund Class Action Suit Dismissed appeared first on Above the Law.

If you’re interested in working in estate planning, you need to see this list. The post The Best Law Schools For Estate Planning Law (2026) appeared first on Above the Law.

The Streisand Effect in full swing. The post President Trump’s Personal Lawyer Todd Blanche, Reminds Everyone That He Is TRUMP’S PERSONAL LAWYER appeared first on Above the Law.

The Acting AG’s testimony featured a $1.8 billion slush fund, a specious Obama-era analogy, and a remarkably bad answer about a pardoned J6 rioter convicted of abusing two children. The post The […]

The best rule of thumb is to never accept a settlement offer until after you have reviewed it with a skilled personal injury attorney.

CLOC Global Institute attendees weigh in. The post What Biglaw Can Learn From Corporate Legal Ops appeared first on Above the Law.

[Sponsored] Insights into AI’s true potential for the legal field. The post Real AI Use Cases For In-House Legal appeared first on Above the Law.

Firm leadership shared emotional tributes honoring the man who will be remembered as ‘the heart’ of the firm. The post Elite Biglaw Firm Suffers Devastating Loss With Tragic Death Of Veteran Partner […]

What is notable is how different their readings are of the same opinion — and how directly the briefs crystallize the central dispute at the heart of this appeal. The post Each Side Claims The Same […]

Is the ultra fast-fashion giant looking for a reputational facelift by buying the sustainable direct-to-consumer brand? The post Shein Reportedly (And Confusingly) Acquires Everlane appeared first on […]

Courtly Observations is a recurring series by Erwin Chemerinsky that focuses on what the Supreme Court’s decisions will mean for the law, for lawyers and lower courts, and for people’s lives. […]

Major Questions is a recurring series by Adam White, which analyzes the court’s approach to administrative law, agencies, and the lower courts. Good fences make good neighbors. But do bad neighbors […]

* Department of Justice announces it has settled Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS and the judge acknowledged that she has no grounds to block the settlement. Now $1.8 billion in taxpayer funds will go […]

Plus, the court has sent two more Voting Rights Act cases back to lower courts for further consideration.

Mother Gives Birth On Courtroom Bench: Rather than reschedule, the arraignment went ahead without her being there. Three Cheers For Due Process: Judge keeps fruit of warrantless search from […]