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I know issue spotting is the providence of lawyers, but journalists should have been doing better. The post What The News Is Getting Wrong About Pauline Newman’s Shadow Impeachment appeared first […]

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled in Exxon Mobil v. Corporación Cimex that a lawsuit by Exxon Mobil against Cuban state-owned companies for the confiscation of assets owned by subsidiaries of the […]

The report’s overarching finding is that AI adoption is no longer the obstacle. The post Thomson Reuters ‘Future Of Professionals’ Report Warns Of Widening Gap Between AI Adoption And AI Value […]

“Who Wants to Live Forever” was a song written by Queen for the film Highlander (1986). Who knew that in 2025 Meta in obtaining U.S. Patent No. 12,513,102 would provide a method of a virtual life […]

Dunn Isaacson Rhee matches the Milbank scale. Its former home has not (yet). The post The Firm That Walked Out On Paul, Weiss Is Now Paying Associates More Than Paul, Weiss appeared first on Above […]

Inheriting property carries genuine legal weight that is easy to underestimate in the immediate aftermath of loss. Liens survive death. Probate takes time. Titles can carry decades of unresolved […]

The Supreme Court on Tuesday made it far more difficult for foreigners to bring lawsuits in U.S. courts alleging serious violations of international law. In an opinion by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, […]

If you want a seat at the table, stop hoping the firm notices and start building the business, relationships, and internal support required to earn it. The post How To Make Equity Partner Without […]

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled in Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections that a Louisiana man cannot sue prison officials who shaved his head even after he showed them a copy of a court […]

The litigation boutique that has matched market compensation every year since its 2021 founding does it again, this time matching the new Milbank scale. The post Some Firms Have To Be Dragged Into A […]

Congressional Democrats are seeking to repeal the controversial WISeR model, but experts are unsure if their efforts will succeed. The post Is It Likely That The WISeR Model Will Be Repealed? […]

Nintendo says customer data remains safe after hackers demand millions over alleged stolen records.

* HR consultant wins case with AI lawyer. [The Guardian] * Judges fighting cameras in courtrooms cite deepfakes… the last refuge of the scoundrel.[ABA Journal] * California considers non-lawyers to […]

Plus, the court is expected to announce one or more opinions this morning.

FDA recalls duloxetine bottles after tests found elevated levels of possible cancer-causing impurity.

On Monday afternoon, Texas urged the Supreme Court to leave in place an order by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit that allows the state to enforce a law that imposes age-verification and […]

Mid-Year Check Ins Are Coming: Time for some partners to double down or expect a pay cut. Mistaken AI Stenographer Almost Got A Suspect An Attorney: He came close to invoking the right to an […]

At least if the wellness quest catches Donald Trump’s attention. The post Federal Judge’s Fitness Journey Is Everyone’s Problem appeared first on Above the Law.

Not every deal starts with a contract. Sometimes, people assume that a shared understanding is enough, that a written agreement isn’t necessary, or that they’ll document it later. Sometimes that […]

Taking AI shortcuts? Take the long way home. The post Attorney Turns In License After Lazy AI Lawyering appeared first on Above the Law.

Victory for the rule of law. The post Trump’s Persecution Of His Political Enemies Takes A Hit appeared first on Above the Law.

The Supreme Court on Monday morning denied review in several notable cases, including cases involving voting rights, the environment, and a trademark dispute involving a company founded by NBA […]

Your tour of all things related to lawyer and judicial ethics, with University of Houston law professor Renee Knake Jefferson. The post Legal Ethics Roundup: When Lawyers Protest, SCOTX Says […]

Over a dissent by Justice Samuel Alito, the Supreme Court on Monday sent the case of a Texas woman convicted of hiring someone to commit murder back to the lower court for another look. And its […]

If a firm wants you to do it, they’ll give you bonus credit for it. The post Quinn Emanuel Gives Pro Bono Its Own Bonus Credit appeared first on Above the Law.

Needs more SUPER MALE VITALITY pills. The post How The Onion Made Alex Jones Cry appeared first on Above the Law.

The Supreme Court on Monday morning threw out a lower-court ruling that called for a new trial for the man convicted of the 1979 kidnapping and murder of Etan Patz, one of the first missing children […]

The question sounds hypothetical … until it isn’t. The post If Your AI Agent Sends An Email To A Regulator Tomorrow, Who Is Responsible? appeared first on Above the Law.

It’s incredibly difficult to correctly invoke your right to an attorney. AI, apparently, doesn’t understand that. The post AI Error Nearly Gave Defendant His Constitutional Right To Counsel — […]

The Supreme Court on Monday morning added one new case, involving the ability to sue federal officials for violating constitutional rights even when there is no law specifically authorizing such a […]

Someone’s paying for those $30M+ paydays. The post Biglaw’s Partner Pay Revolution Has A Losers’ Bracket appeared first on Above the Law.

Trump lies as easily as he breathes. The post The Obvious Midsummer Twist In The Negotiations With Iran appeared first on Above the Law.

In Hunter v. United States the Supreme Court held that a federal defendant’s waiver of appellate review is unenforceable if it would result in a miscarriage of justice. Although the court did not […]

KFF’s analysis found that the average number of issuers offering plans on the Marketplaces declined to 9 issuers per state in 2026, compared to 9.6 issuers per state in 2025. The post KFF: Insurer […]

On April 28, 2026, Acting Attorney General Blanche (“AG”) issued a notice of hearing concerning the proposed rule to move marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances […]

Please note that SCOTUS Outside Opinions constitute the views of outside contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SCOTUSblog or its staff. Last week, the Supreme Court decided […]

It’s not often that opinions written by Justices Neil Gorsuch, Ketanji Brown Jackson, and Samuel Alito agree on how to decide a Second Amendment case. In United States v. Hemani they did, though […]

Plus, we’re expecting an order list this morning and opinion announcements tomorrow and Thursday.

* Lateral moves aren’t just about money anymore. [Law.com] * Cameras in federal courtrooms bill advances, before courts inevitably take position that Congress can’t impose rules on them. [Reuters] […]

FDA warns recalled Alfredo sauce issue may be even more serious.

Study finds psilocybin may ease suicidal thoughts and depression for months after treatment.

Ain’t No Government Service Like Self-Service: The Senate-confirmed DOJ official tasked with selling the slush fund to Congress, quietly tried to recuse himself from that work so he could file his […]

Plus, laws on “habitual drunkards” featured prominently in the court’s latest Second Amendment ruling.

FDA recalls several Alyacen birth control lots after tests found unacceptable impurity levels.

Packaging error leads to recall after stronger blood pressure capsules found in mislabeled boxes.

Federal case exposes a member of an online network accused of exploiting vulnerable minors.