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A Republican member of Congress, a group of voters, and New York election officials asked the Supreme Court to allow the state to proceed with the 2026 elections using its The post Republicans urge […]

Florida bill links vaccine lawsuits to advertising and sparks constitutional debate.

Lowenstein Sandler Gets A New Managing Partner: This should provide more bandwidth for leadership and management of the firm. Kathryn Ruemmler Resigns From Position At Goldman Sachs: That didn’t […]

Lawmakers debate malpractice limits as session deadline nears in New Mexico.

He’s either retiring or he doesn’t care about how well his new book sells. The post The Alito Retirement Rumor Mill Is Swirling appeared first on Above the Law.

Just a short walk (or drive) away! The post Harvey Opens Brick-And-Mortar Shop In Dallas appeared first on Above the Law.

Retirement is not an endpoint but an opportunity to redefine what it means to be a seasoned professional. The post To Retire Or Not? That Is The Question. appeared first on Above the Law.

When testing turns into delivery, structure (not speed) decides who holds up. The post The Moment Legal Found Out What ‘Ready’ Really Means appeared first on Above the Law.

Allegations involving infidelity, adultery, abuse, cruelty, abandonment, deception, financial misconduct, or dissipation of marital assets often lead to disputes over property division and financial […]

Latest arrivals demonstrate PierFerd’s continued momentum two years post-launch.

When the Epstein files were finally made public, Karp’s long run at the top was bound to end. The post Hubris Or Poor Judgment? As Epstein Files Loomed, The Clock Was Ticking On Brad Karp’s Power […]

“Each of these attorneys shares our mission of holding the negligent accountable and giving a voice to those who have been harmed,” says Brian McKeen, founder and managing partner.

New partners strengthen litigation, corporate and cross-border capabilities.

Just for that, Trump will continue to nominate … no one. The post DOJ Flames Judiciary Over Impertinent Demand For Competent US Attorneys appeared first on Above the Law.

Jodie advises organizations on navigating Congress, the Administration, and complex policy landscapes. She is widely recognized for her credibility on Capitol Hill and her ability to translate […]

As Shumaker’s centennial celebration comes to a close, the firm is committed to continuing its Make a Difference through Literacy Initiative, helping to promote the transformative power of […]

One university’s loss is another’s gain. The post Georgetown Law Hires New Dean With Experience Surviving GOP Witch-Hunt appeared first on Above the Law.

CANCELLED! The post Taylor Swift Sues Bedding Company For Using Cursive appeared first on Above the Law.

Applications available for the MoloLamken Advocacy Academy. The post Courtroom Competence Isn’t Included With A Law Degree — This Program Pays Law Students To Get It Right appeared first on Above […]

After years of growth under one leader, the firm is opting for more bandwidth at the top. The post This Biglaw Firm Is Restructuring Its Top Leadership Role After Nearly 20 Years appeared first on […]

On Wednesday, Feb. 25, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about The post Announcement of […]

On Tuesday, Feb. 24, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about The post Announcement of […]

Working from home can free up several hours each day that attorneys can use on client work or personal tasks. The post Office Work Can Be Less Productive Than Work From Home appeared first on Above […]

We explore how purpose-built AI tools are empowering in-house legal teams and why this creates an unprecedented challenge for large law firms still operating on legacy business models. The post AI In […]

On Friday, Feb. 20, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about The post Announcement of opinions […]

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

From the “antitrust-enforcers”-in-name-only dept The post Trump DOJ Launches Bunk Investigation Of Netflix Merger As a Favor To Larry Ellison appeared first on Above the Law.

AV Ristorante is a recurring series by Brian Fitzpatrick. Ten years ago today, my old boss Supreme Court Justice Antonin “Nino” Scalia passed away. At the time of his death, The post Justice […]

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on April 1 in the challenge to President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to end the guarantee of citizenship to virtually everyone born The post A […]

Today marks 10 years since Justice Antonin Scalia passed away at age 79. A programming note: Monday is Presidents Day, and the court will be closed for the holiday. We The post SCOTUStoday for […]

* Goldman Sachs Chief Legal Officer Kathy Ruemmler announces resignation amidst Epstein fallout. [Above the Law] * Kirkland ends its concierge service that acted as personal assistants for […]

The Epstein reckoning spreads. The post Epstein’s Shadow Costs Goldman Sachs Its General Counsel appeared first on Above the Law.

Trump’s Bad Legal Takes Still Have Efficacy: Legal losses haven’t stopped the bullying from working on some firms. Pose! Prosecute! Pose!: Jeanine Pirro hired her photographer buddy for a very […]

Sure, 2025 was great for Biglaw, but this year may not be as rosy. The post Biglaw’s ‘Warning Sign’ appeared first on Above the Law.

Good news! The Trump-DOJ is hiring. The post A Song Of ICE And Firing appeared first on Above the Law.

Law firms will have to recognize that future lawyers aren’t going to learn to be good lawyers in traditional ways. The post Critical Training In The Age Of GenAI May Require Training The Trainers […]

The WordRake product will be integrated into BriefCatch as part of a single product offering. The post In A Marriage Of Legal Editing Tools, BriefCatch Has Acquired WordRake And Its 12 Editing […]

Remote testing had its moment — and then cheating blew it up for everyone. The post It’s Time For Future Law Students To Say Goodbye To The Remote LSAT appeared first on Above the Law.

Mansfield certification is paused under the hot stare of the Trump administration. The post Trump Administration Bullies One Of Biglaw’s Best Diversity Initiatives Out Of Existence appeared first […]

In the solo and small space, there’s unlikely to be a real upset to the status quo any time soon. The post What Anthropic’s Release Of Claude Legal Skills Means For Solos And Smalls: Nothing […]

While you may have a schedule to keep to, if you are unable to be a responsive and alert driver, it is safer to be off the roads.

This evolution reflects a legal system responding to modern transportation realities, one where accountability extends across individuals, corporations, insurers, and public institutions alike.

Don’t quit your day job! The post Jeanine Pirro Brought In Dance Photographer To Prosecute Lawmakers And It Went Exactly As You’d Expect appeared first on Above the Law.

Threading the needle is not flashy. But it wins. The post Threading The Needle: How To Win The Case That Can’t Be Won (At Least Not The Obvious Way) appeared first on Above the Law.

The hearing was a cringeworthy shouting match. The post Dow Jones > Pedophilia And Other Highlights From The Pam Bondi Meltdown appeared first on Above the Law.