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Year: 2024

Diversity in Law Schools: Black and Hispanic Enrollment Declines at Elite Institutions

National Trends in Law School Diversity Remain Steady The diversity of first-year law students nationwide held steady in 2024, with…

Illinois Supreme Court Greenlights AI Use in Judicial Work Under Clear Guidelines

In a significant move reflecting the growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in professional settings, the Illinois Supreme Court has…

Law School Diversity Steady Despite Affirmative Action Ban

Encouraging Trends Amid Legal Challenges Racial and ethnic diversity in law school enrollment has remained steady in 2024, defying concerns…

Bonus Season Highlights Varying Approaches Among Law Firms

The much-anticipated bonus season is underway, with many law firms aligning their compensation structures to match market expectations. However, not…

Veteran Environmental Lawyer Leads DOJ Transition Review Team

Introduction to the DOJ Review Team Jonathan Brightbill, a seasoned environmental attorney and former senior official in the Trump administration’s…

North Carolina Nonprofit to Appeal Dismissal of Legal Practice Challenge

Lawsuit Dismissal Sparks Plans for Appeal Lawyers representing a North Carolina nonprofit and two paralegals announced plans to appeal after…

Boutique Law Firm Rewards Associates with Generous Bonuses

Associates at both Biglaw and boutique law firms are looking forward to a festive season with heftier bank accounts, thanks…

Jones Day Secures Record Hiring of Supreme Court Clerks for 2024

Jones Day, a prominent international law firm, has made headlines by recruiting 10 former U.S. Supreme Court clerks from the…

Deloitte Faces Legal Action Over Rhode Island Cyberattack Impacting Thousands

Cyberattack Exposes Sensitive Data of Thousands Deloitte Consulting LLP is under scrutiny following a December 2024 cyberattack that compromised the…

Big Law Firms Gain Upper Hand with Advance Conflict-of-Interest Waivers

The power dynamic between major law firms and their corporate clients is shifting as firms increasingly rely on advance conflict-of-interest…

Virginia and South Dakota Join Move to NextGen Bar Exam

Virginia and South Dakota have announced their transition to the revamped NextGen bar exam, set to launch in July 2026.…

Boutique Firms Redefine Lawyer Compensation with Generous Bonuses

While many Biglaw firms rush to match Milbank’s impressive year-end and special bonuses, boutique firms are making waves by setting…