Willkie Farr Hit With $735 Million Fraud Lawsuit - Above the Law
Willkie Farr & Gallagher faces partner departures and a $735 million lawsuit alleging complicity in fraud related to a 2023 Franchise Group take-private deal.
Lawyers Marching In Defense Of Democracy Tomorrow Since Supreme Court Doesn't Seem To Care - Above the Law
Law firms' failure to coordinate enabled cooperation with the Trump administration; lawyers are organizing demonstrations to defend the rule of law at the Supreme Court.
Things Aren't Cool At Cooley - See Also - Above the Law
High-profile controversies include bar exam probation, CEOs criticized for not opposing Trump, law firms' pro bono legality questioned, and expanded White House measures targeting dissent.
Lawmakers Ask Paul Weiss And Kirkland To Explain Why Trump Work Isn't Totally Illegal - Above the Law
Major law firms provided pro bono legal services to the Commerce Department that may violate the Antideficiency Act by accepting volunteer services without appropriation.
Nothin' Says Lovin' Like A Benchslap - Above the Law
Major legal institutions sever ties, face judicial rebukes, and adjust financial aid policies in response to perceived bias, courtroom behavior, and federal loan caps.