Layoffs Announced at Kasowitz, Benson, Torres & Friedman
Summary: New York litigation firm Kasowitz, Benson, Torres & Friedman laid off a significant number of senior attorneys, associate attorneys,…
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Former U.S. Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole Joins Sidley Austin
Summary: Former Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole has joined Sidley Austin as a partner in its Washington, D.C. office.…
California Considers Free Legal Work Requirement for Law Students
Summary: California is weighing the pros and cons of forcing law students to complete 50 hours of free or reduced…
Leading Voting Rights Advocate Joins Perkins Coie
Summary: Bruce V. Spiva has joined Perkins Coie as a partner in its Political Law Group. Perkins Coie is pleased…
The Constitutionality of Expelling Students for Racist Speech
Summary: Many argue that University of Oklahoma fraternity members that were caught on video participating in a racist chant cannot…
Large Portion of Settlement Money from Exxon Case Will Go to Legal Expenses
Summary: A judge must now approve the settlement reached between the state of New Jersey and ExxonMobil Corporation, a settlement…
Jury Views Disturbing Video During Boston Marathon Bombing Trial
Summary: The jury in the Boston bombing case has viewed disturbing photos and videos and has heard the emotional testimony…
Francisco Mendez Joins Mayer Brown
Summary: Francisco Mendez, a renowned attorney in the oil and gas industry, has joined Mayer Brown in its Houston office.…
Over Three Thousand New Legal Jobs Reported in February
Summary: The Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported that 3,100 jobs were added to the legal industry in February of…
Dentons, McKenna Long & Aldridge Moving Forward with Merger
Summary: Although a previous merger failed between the two firms, Dentons and McKenna Long & Aldridge may be combining after…
States Deciding Whether Business May Refuse Services to Gay Couples
Summary: With the Supreme Court’s decision on gay marriage right around the corner, many states are deciding whether their businesses…
The Number of Summer Associate Positions is Increasing
Summary: Summer hiring continues to increase, a great sign for law students across the country. According to the National Law…