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Microsoft Joins Forces with ABA to Aid Asylum-Seekers Through Virtual Clinics

A Groundbreaking Collaboration to Support Asylum-Seekers In a significant step toward addressing the legal challenges faced by asylum-seekers in the…

New Jersey Appeals Court Upholds Diversity Initiative for Bar Leadership

Court Affirms Bar Association's Right to Expressive Association The New Jersey State Bar Association’s (NJSBA) commitment to fostering diversity in…

A Wave of Major Law Firm Mergers Set to Reshape the U.S. Legal Industry in 2025

The new year is set to bring transformative changes to the U.S. legal landscape as several high-profile law firm mergers…

National Organization Challenges Diversity Policy of West Virginia State Bar

A national advocacy group opposing race and gender preferences has initiated legal action against the West Virginia State Bar. The…

Morgan Lewis & Bockius Expands in Paris, Adding 54-Lawyer Team

Morgan Lewis Welcomes 54-Lawyer Team in Paris Philadelphia-based law firm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius has announced a significant expansion in…

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…