Europe live: Georgia's parliament to vote on overriding veto on foreign agents' law
President of Georgia vetoed a Russian-spirited foreign agents' law citing contradiction with European standards and constitution, facing potential override by parliament. [ more ]
Alleged sexual misconduct by lawyers isn't uncommon. But facing punishment is tricky
Legal tech consultant's personal experience tied to the vast legal industry highlights the need for safety awareness in professional settings. [ more ]
These 11 LGBTQ federal judges are making history - and are all appointed by Joe Biden - LGBTQ Nation
President Joe Biden announced that his 200th federal judge got confirmed earlier this week, beating both Presidents Donald Trump and President Barack Obama in the number of confirmations at similar points in their terms.
Opinion: There's no sense of shame at today's Supreme Court
Supreme Court justices in the past displayed humility and integrity by resigning due to ethical concerns, a stark contrast to the behavior of some current justices. [ more ]
Elena Kagan Makes The Best Possible Dig At Samuel Alito
Alito displayed insurrectionist flags at his homes. Supreme Court allows racial gerrymanders in South Carolina. Kagan criticized Alito's opinion for its 'upside-down application' of the law. [ more ]
A Federal Judge Delivers Another Urgent, Scathing Warning About the Supreme Court
Judge Carlton Reeves criticizes Supreme Court's selective application of precedent and calls for abolishing qualified immunity to uphold civil rights. [ more ]
Sedition Panda,' a Jan. 6 Rioter, Is Convicted of Assaulting an Officer
Jesse James Rumson, known as Sedition Panda, was convicted of assaulting a police officer and other charges related to the Jan. 6 Capitol breach. [ more ]
Appeals court reinstates 'Peeping Tom' case against man accused of spying on five Pembroke Pines women
Court ordered reevaluation of a dismissed 'Peeping Tom' case in Miami-Dade due to unavailable state witness, emphasizing necessity for fair trial process. [ more ]
Justice Sotomayor Describes Frustration With Being a Liberal on the Supreme Court
Justice Sonia Sotomayor expresses emotional reactions to Supreme Court decisions, emphasizing the challenges faced by a liberal justice in a conservative-dominated court. [ more ]
Bouncing Trump Appeals So Nice NY Court Had To Do It Twice
District Attorney Alvin Bragg is successfully handling Donald Trump's false business records case despite Trump's attempts to change the trial's location and invalidate pretrial rulings. [ more ]
Trump-appointed Alabama judge threatens to jail LGBTQ+ rights lawyers; attorneys fight back
A federal judge appointed by Donald Trump threatened to jail civil rights lawyers in Alabama over a case challenging the state's ban on gender-affirming care for minors. [ more ]
Online law degrees are gaining ground due to advances in technology, offering flexibility, access, and potentially challenging traditional education norms. [ more ]
Law Firms Can Keep Lateral Partners With Support at Work, Home
Law firms must proactively retain talent before critical departure by understanding the reasons for lawyers leaving and creating a 'sticky firm'. [ more ]
Totally Out Of Control': Hakeem Jeffries Demands Alito Recuse Himself From Jan. 6 Cases
House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries called for Justice Alito to recuse himself from Jan. 6 cases, criticizing conservative Supreme Court justices for undermining credibility. [ more ]
Brian Cuban, a recovering addict and former attorney, now focuses on writing and speaking about recovery in the legal profession and general recovery topics. [ more ]
Ex-Biglaw Partner Embarks On Second Career In Coffee!
Former attorney Rudy Giuliani transitions to roasting coffee beans after legal setbacks, introducing three coffee blends inspired by his past. [ more ]
Judge Blocks Florida From Criminalizing Transport of Undocumented Immigrants
A federal judge temporarily blocked part of a Florida law criminalizing the transport of undocumented immigrants, undermining state enforcement efforts and upholding federal authority over immigration. [ more ]
Artificial Intelligence Lets Us All Be Flies On The Wall For Brown v. Board Of Education
Breakthroughs in how we interact with history through AI can enhance learning experiences by re-creating important cases with voiced re-creations. [ more ]
Georgia Supreme Court Justice Fends Off Challenger Who Made Abortion Rights a Focus
Incumbent Justice Pinson won re-election in a competitive Georgia Supreme Court race against a challenger focusing on protecting abortion rights. [ more ]
Georgia should scrap 'foreign influence' law: Council of Europe
Georgia should repeal its controversial 'foreign influence' law, sparking mass protests amid concerns of press freedom and stifling opposition voices. [ more ]
Listening to your gut instinct can be a helpful approach in some aspects of your business, but when it comes to setting rates, the experts have another recommendation: Do your research.
EFF Urges Supreme Court to Reject Texas' Speech-Chilling Age Verification Law
Texas age verification law could limit online anonymity and obstruct access to constitutionally protected content, raising concerns about privacy and freedom of speech. [ more ]
SCOTUS refuses to hear case from parents who objected to school's transgender support plans in DC suburbs
The Supreme Court declined to review an appeal from parents alleging their suburban school district was concealing transgender support plans for students. [ more ]
Clients Sound Off On Outside Counsel... What Are They Saying?
Law firms can gain insights by knowing which firms clients trust and for what work, as highlighted in surveys like the Top Outside Counsel report. [ more ]
After Anti-Israel Speeches, a Law School Curtails Graduation Traditions
CUNY Law School faced controversy over the decision to have no student speaker at the commencement ceremony, leading to backlash and withdrawal of scheduled guests. [ more ]
New LSAC Metric Tries To Capture What Applicants Overcame To Get To Law School
Law schools are incorporating a new 'environmental context' metric to assess applicants' socioeconomic backgrounds beyond grades and test scores. [ more ]
There's an article I shouldn't tell you about is contempt law in a losing battle with reality? | Archie Bland
The Contempt of Court Act 1981 in England and Wales restricts publication of information not presented to a jury to prevent prejudice in court cases. [ more ]
Trump trial judge clears court to scold witness: From the transcript
New York Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan on Monday admonished Robert Costello, a defense witness, in a heated exchange on the day prosecutors rested their case against Donald Trump.
Ex-Payroll Manager Who Embezzled More Than $2.5M From Law Firm Pleads Guilty To Wire Fraud
A former payroll manager at a Louisiana firm pleaded guilty to wire fraud and stole over $2.5 million by transferring funds to her personal accounts. [ more ]
2 Liberal Groups to Spend $5 Million on State Supreme Court Races
Two groups, National Democratic Redistricting Committee and Planned Parenthood Votes, join forces to support candidates in state supreme court races, aiming to protect independence and ensure neutral interpretation of law. [ more ]
The 19th Century Case That Transformed the Legal SystemAnd Holds a Lesson for the Trump Trials
Legal system's handling of historical corrupt politician William Boss Tweed provides guidance for dealing with current challenges to rule of law and democracy. [ more ]
Best Team In Baseball Wants Rid Of Worst Justice On Supreme Court - See Also
Phillies fans frustrated by a fan's behavior affecting team standings and legal issues at law schools with test administration and graduation problems. [ more ]
I couldn't do it any more': family lawyers quit amid burnout and pain of billing DV victims
Family lawyers working with domestic violence victims face burnout and stress due to billing vulnerable clients high fees, leading many to leave the profession long-term. [ more ]