#legal-profession

#legal-profession

Each citation, each argument, each procedural decision is a mark upon the clay, an indelible impression. [I]n the ancient libraries of Ashurbanipal, scribes carried their stylus as both tool and sacred trust-understanding that every mark upon clay would endure long beyond their mortal span.

TO BE ANSWERED USING GENERATIVE AI: How much do you use generative AI tools such as ChatGPT right now? What's your prediction for how much you will use them by the time you graduate from law school? Why?

The American Lawyer has compiled a ranking of Am Law 200 firms based on their pro bono work in 2024, focusing on average pro bono hours and lawyer participation.

"I feel incredibly fortunate to be doing work I love," Quinones noted. "It allows me to introduce people from all walks of life to our justice system, to help shape and support rising legal talent, and to mentor future generations of judges, lawyers and leaders."

"Puerto Rico's Supreme Court has introduced a new set of professional conduct rules, notably mandating technology competence for lawyers, reflecting the evolving legal landscape."

In a contentious exchange between two formidable figures, Steve Bannon suggested the need for nationalizing SpaceX, underscoring the tensions surrounding corporate influence in space exploration.

I was convinced every mom in that community would take umbrage with me. No showing on a partner shindig? The horror!

Professional courtesy should not pressure lawyers to waive substantive rights; it’s crucial to maintain integrity in legal matters while also collaborating in existing procedures.

"It was a very hard decision, but it's one of those situations where you're doing something that might be painful in the short term, but in the long term, it will have a much broader impact on the greater good for everybody else."

Citing his "deep devotion to Harvard and to the importance of academic values and academic freedom," President Alan Garber and Senior Fellow Penny Pritzker announced Shanmugam's election in a message to the Harvard community on Thursday afternoon.

Self-care isn't just about isolated moments of rest or occasional treats. It's about how I live every day. By making deliberate, practical choices, I've built a daily foundation that supports my well-being, energy, and joy.

The cases highlight a troubling trend where legal professionals rely on AI-generated materials without proper verification, leading to significant inaccuracies in legal brief submissions.

"All of us who worked with him marveled at his astonishing ability to absorb large amounts of highly technical information and quickly produce thoughtful and nuanced analyses."

If you're one of those lawyers toiling away at the firm and dreaming of a nice in-house job, consider the plight of this chief legal officer.

In-house lawyers frequently do not need to work the odd hours that other attorneys need to due to deadlines and busy seasons.

Last week, Biglaw firm Skadden Arps struck a controversial deal with the Trump administration, sparking backlash among its associates and prompting internal organizing.