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1 day ago
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Legal Ethics Roundup: Ethics Of Attorney-Journalists, The 'Hyperlink Rule,' OH Allows Judges' Political Endorsements, SPLC Indictment & More - Above the Law

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fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Ethics Of Attorney-Journalists, The 'Hyperlink Rule,' OH Allows Judges' Political Endorsements, SPLC Indictment & More - Above the Law

Law school accreditation standards have been silent on diversity, equity, and inclusion since February 2025, with a proposed permanent repeal coming soon.
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

What is the latest Palestine Action court case and what is at stake?

The ban on Palestine Action, the first under the Terrorism Act for a direct action group, was justified by Yvette Cooper as a response to a history of unacceptable criminal damage and a threat to national security.
UK politics
Right-wing politics
fromEsquire
6 hours ago

Meet the Hack Law Professor Trying to Destroy the Fourteenth Amendment

Randy Barnett promotes a controversial interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment regarding birthright citizenship, challenging established legal precedents.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 hours ago

Supreme Court rejects bid to punish school for respecting trans student's identity

The Supreme Court upheld a ruling protecting schools from being forced to out transgender students to their parents.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.27.26 - Above the Law

Public confidence in the Supreme Court has significantly declined, reaching a new low.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Confidential Supreme Court memos publication sparks legal debates and various significant legal developments are reported.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
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fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Supreme Court's actions and decisions are increasingly scrutinized, revealing issues of transparency and significant impacts on civil rights and electoral processes.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.
Portland
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Falsely charged with a crime, no way to fight it: inside Oregon's court crisis

Oregon faces a public defender shortage, causing significant delays and hardships for defendants awaiting legal representation.
Relationships
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Biglaw Harassment Account Includes Maybe The Most Insane Email A Biglaw Partner Has Ever Sent An Associate - Above the Law

The merger of Perkins Coie and Ashurst presents an opportunity to address and improve workplace culture and handling of harassment issues.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'It lit a fire in me' - the barrister who was told she'd never amount to much

"I had to step up and do the jobs that my mum couldn't do, everything you can imagine that a six-week-old baby needs: pick them up, change them, whatever."
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

US justice department to allow firing squads as federal death penalty method

The Department of Justice acted to restore its solemn duty to seek, obtain, and implement lawful capital sentences, clearing the way for the Department to carry out executions once death-sentenced inmates have exhausted their appeals.
US politics
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

The First Draft Is the Power Move Law Firms Keep Ignoring - Above the Law

In-house legal teams now create first drafts, shifting strategic control from law firms to internal departments.
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Conservatives Need to Fight the Legal Monster They Helped Create

The Roman republic did not survive him. The second Trump administration has revealed American Caesarism in nearly full bloom, governing by executive orders and emergency decrees.
Right-wing politics
#doj
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fromwww.amny.com
7 hours ago

Proposed DOJ rule stripping state bar associations of power to investigate federal attorneys will spark serious' ethical concerns, lawsuit

Proposed DOJ rule would remove state bar associations' power to investigate federal attorney misconduct, undermining accountability and ethical standards.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
7 hours ago

Proposed DOJ rule stripping state bar associations of power to investigate federal attorneys will spark serious' ethical concerns, lawsuit

Proposed DOJ rule would remove state bar associations' power to investigate federal attorney misconduct, undermining accountability and ethical standards.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.22.26 - Above the Law

DOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for allegedly funding infiltration of hate groups.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Turning Defense Into Offense - Above the Law

Jack Hughes' game-winning goal exemplifies a successful transition from defense to offense, paralleling patent litigators' proactive strategies against infringement allegations.
#ai-in-law
fromFuturism
2 days ago
Law

Prestigious Wall Street Law Firm Humiliated When Its AI Use Is Discovered in Court

AI hallucinations in legal filings can lead to significant professional embarrassment and potential sanctions.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago
Law

The Line We Cannot Cross: Where AI In Law Is Headed And Why Judgment Still Must Lead - Above the Law

AI is rapidly transforming legal work, automating tasks but unlikely to fully replace the lawyer's role in judgment and strategy.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

A Lawyer's Guide To Artificial Intelligence - Above the Law

Understanding AI is essential for lawyers to remain relevant and ethically leverage technology in a changing legal landscape.
Law
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

What one Big Law firm is doing to eliminate 'AI pilot fatigue'

Law firms face pilot fatigue from excessive AI software trials, prompting a shift towards prioritizing useful tools and structured testing.
Law
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Prestigious Wall Street Law Firm Humiliated When Its AI Use Is Discovered in Court

AI hallucinations in legal filings can lead to significant professional embarrassment and potential sanctions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

The Line We Cannot Cross: Where AI In Law Is Headed And Why Judgment Still Must Lead - Above the Law

AI is rapidly transforming legal work, automating tasks but unlikely to fully replace the lawyer's role in judgment and strategy.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Judges And Former Clerks Encourage SCOTUS To Hear Judge Pauline Newman's Case - Above the Law

Judge Pauline Newman's case raises concerns about due process and the independence of federal judges facing mental fitness challenges.
Law
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Defense attorney argues DA should be thrown off Stanford protesters case

District Attorney Jeff Rosen faces calls for recusal from a case against pro-Palestinian protesters due to alleged bias and fundraising actions.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.27.26 - Above the Law

Several legal and political issues are currently prominent, including judicial nominations, jury trial restrictions, and corporate legal challenges.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
16 hours ago

Judge Grants Stay in EEOC v. Penn Case on Jewish Employees

Judge Gerald Pappert stated that 'Penn does not have a strong chance of prevailing on appeal,' but acknowledged that the university 'narrowly' showed irreparable harm, indicating that releasing the requested information could not be undone if the appeal succeeded.
Law
Law
fromSlate Magazine
16 hours ago

The Crazy Loophole DOJ Is Exploiting to Keep My Immigrant Clients Imprisoned

A man was released from immigration detention after a successful habeas corpus petition, highlighting the importance of asserting constitutional rights.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

A Comprehensive New Book Exposes One of the Worst Pieces of the Modern Legal System

Tort litigation has both negative perceptions and significant achievements in consumer protection against big businesses.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Bronx County Bar Association honors court staff excellence

The Bronx County Bar Association honored Judge Raymond Fernandez, Melinda Cordero, and Luis Rodriguez for their exemplary service in the legal community.
Philosophy
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

You Can't Salvage A Bad Judge By Calling Them Postmodern - Above the Law

Postmodern analysis offers useful concepts for understanding contemporary disenchantment with traditional meaning systems, exemplified by judicial figures like Lawrence VanDyke who adopt unconventional approaches to legal writing.
#justice-department
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fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.24.26 - Above the Law

Justice Department charges a soldier for profiting from betting on Maduro's capture amid concerns over oil market manipulation.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

DOJ wants to shield its lawyers from outside scrutiny. Critics worry about oversight

The Justice Department seeks to oversee attorney discipline, raising concerns about accountability and independence in legal ethics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.25.26 - Above the Law

The Justice Department may have leaked grand jury testimony, raising concerns about legal violations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.24.26 - Above the Law

Justice Department charges a soldier for profiting from betting on Maduro's capture amid concerns over oil market manipulation.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

DOJ wants to shield its lawyers from outside scrutiny. Critics worry about oversight

The Justice Department seeks to oversee attorney discipline, raising concerns about accountability and independence in legal ethics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.25.26 - Above the Law

The Justice Department may have leaked grand jury testimony, raising concerns about legal violations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The DOJ's Week Of Disaster - See Generally - Above the Law

Kash Patel faces backlash over defamation claims and legal actions against the Southern Poverty Law Center amid controversies involving the DOJ and the Fifth Circuit.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.18.26 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts calls for ending personal attacks on judges, while questions arise about presidential official acts; meanwhile, legal developments span judicial conduct, cryptocurrency regulation, Section 230 reform, and national security concerns.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

'Glassdoor for Judges' Celebrates Its Second Birthday - Above the Law

The Clerkships Database provides essential feedback on judges, helping law students avoid negative clerkship experiences.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

The Biglaw EO Cases Head To The D.C. Circuit With A Hall-Of-Fame Advocate - And One Very Thirsty Judge - Above the Law

Paul Clement represents law firms challenging Trump's executive orders, emphasizing the case's importance for the First Amendment and the rule of law.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.23.26 - Above the Law

The Republican county judge's persistent efforts to block Virginia's redistricting have been met with repeated rejections from the state supreme court, raising concerns about judicial overreach.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.13.26 - Above the Law

CFTC failing already a solid bet. Government says tariff refund system 40 percent to 80 percent complete which is quite the spread. Almost a they're just making stuff up kind of estimate.
US Elections
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fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Attorneys Often Clog eFiling Systems With Unnecessary Filings - Above the Law

Efiling systems simplify document submission but can lead to unnecessary filings, particularly with letters to counsel that should typically be sent privately.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Companies Are Quietly Killing Their Law Firm Diversity Mandates - Above the Law

Corporate America is retracting diversity commitments to law firms, undermining progress in the legal profession.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
Law
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

The Delusion of 'AI Justice'

Artificial intelligence is presented as a solution to the inequities in the justice system, but its effectiveness remains questionable.
#trump
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.
US politics
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Law students demand loophole shielding federal officers from civil suits should be closed

Congress should pass the Federal Officer Accountability Act to allow civil suits against federal officers and prevent qualified immunity for excessive force.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.13.26 - Above the Law

White House ballroom construction has resumed, while various legal and corporate developments unfold across the country.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.10.26 - Above the Law

A Texas judge ordered a lawyer to court for criticizing the judge's behavior, prompting a response from fellow lawyers.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.07.26 - Above the Law

The new US News law school rankings have been released and are notably controversial.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.30.26 - Above the Law

AI associates should not be blamed for failures, raising questions about their necessity.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Drug convictions bar lawyer from bench but not from practicing law

Felony drug convictions prevent lawyer from becoming a judge but allow him to continue practicing law in Montana.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.17.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments reveal systemic challenges including prosecutorial staffing concerns, AI misuse in legal matters, judicial oversight of executive actions, and emerging liability issues around AI-generated harmful content.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Rule Of Law Joins America's Dead Pets On The Rainbow Bridge - Above the Law

Trump attorney John Lauro claimed the DOJ improved under Attorney General Pam Bondi, contradicting legal observers who view current conditions as a constitutional crisis threatening prosecutorial independence.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.16.26 - Above the Law

Trump criticizes Supreme Court loyalty; AI risks escalate; legal tech expands with ChatGPT; courts reject harassment tactics; judiciary-administration tensions rise; defamation trial proceeds against rapper.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 02.03.26 - Above the Law

Clintons to testify on Epstein amid related disappearances and wider legal battles spanning big law ethics, crypto fraud risk, major M&A, and possible government deception.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Running Your Cases - Above the Law

They don't drive it. They don't manage it. They don't control it. They let it control them. And then one day, they look up and realize discovery closed last week, the client is asking why nobody has taken the key depo, the adjuster wants a status report "by the end of the day," and the partner is asking the question that makes your stomach drop: "Where are we on this file?"
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fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Threading The Needle: How To Win The Case That Can't Be Won (At Least Not The Obvious Way) - Above the Law

Win messy cases by accepting client imperfection, avoiding absolutism, and focusing ruthlessly on the single pivotal issue that defines where responsibility ends.
fromabovethelaw.com
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 02.02.26 - Above the Law

* Biglaw grapples with Epstein list cameos. [NY Post] * Delaware Supreme Court rewrites settlement to give Elon Musk the kind of personal party he desperately kept asking Jeffrey Epstein for. [Delaware Business Court Insider]
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The Moment Legal Found Out What 'Ready' Really Means - Above the Law

A year or so ago, most legal departments were still testing. AI pilots. Workflow trials. Small process experiments. Everyone was learning cautiously. The stakes were relatively low, and the work was labeled "innovation," which made imperfection forgivable. Then something shifted. Those same pilots became part of day-to-day delivery, and the business started relying on them. Sometimes intentionally, because early results looked good.
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fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

A Guide To Conducting Discovery - Above the Law

Effective discovery shapes litigation by building leverage, forcing admissions, and methodically narrowing the opponent's options to win cases pretrial.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.10.26 - Above the Law

Major legal developments include Anthropic's Defense Department lawsuit, judicial rulings on illegal appointees, law firm mergers, antitrust settlements, AI legal services expansion, Supreme Court shadow docket debates, and ChatGPT litigation over legal advice.
#legal-news
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 01.28.26 - Above the Law

Legal and political institutions face competing pressures from ICE operations, private equity priorities, and accountability demands, reshaping firm behavior and public responses.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 02.09.26 - Above the Law

Numerous contentious developments: Fifth Circuit allowing indefinite detention of suspected undocumented migrants, high-profile appearances, campus censorship, market regulation, AI legal-advice concerns, and infrastructure litigation.
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