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…
Lawyers
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…
Texas Federal Judge Penalizes Lawyer for Using Fabricated AI-Generated Legal Citations
The legal field continues to confront the challenges posed by generative artificial intelligence (AI), as another attorney faces disciplinary action…
The Hidden Struggle: Alcohol Addiction in the Legal Profession
The legal profession is notorious for its high-stress environment, demanding work hours, and competitive culture. While these factors drive many…
BigLaw Firms Step Up: PaulWeissCleary Gottlieb, Fried Frank, and Weil Match Milbank Bonuses
In a highly competitive year for talent retention and recognition, four prestigious BigLaw firms—Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison LLP,…
Biglaw’s 2024 Revenue Boom: A Deep Dive into Wells Fargo’s Latest Legal Industry Survey
The Wells Fargo Legal Specialty Group’s nine-month 2024 survey paints a bright picture for Biglaw, showcasing exceptional growth fueled by…
Milbank Takes the Lead on 2024 Year-End Bonuses for Associates
Milbank LLP has set an impressive tone in the legal industry by becoming the first major Biglaw firm to announce…
Legal Professionals Acknowledge Importance of Well-Being but Struggle to Engage with Available Resources
Introduction A recent report from Bloomberg Law highlights a significant gap between the availability of well-being education and its utilization…
Low Lawyer Satisfaction with Compensation, But Pay Transparency Boosts Contentment
A recent survey by Law360 Pulse revealed that only 52% of lawyers are satisfied with their overall compensation. However, this…
Workplace Bullying Among Lawyers: A Pervasive Issue
A recent large-scale survey conducted by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism has revealed a troubling trend: nearly a…
Texas Supreme Court Approves New Program Allowing Licensed Paralegals to Provide Legal Services to Low-Income Residents
The Texas Supreme Court has taken a significant step toward addressing the justice gap by preliminarily approving a new program…
Duane Morris Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Gender and Racial Pay Inequities
Lawsuit Accusations On August 1, 2024, a class action lawsuit was filed against the law firm Duane Morris, alleging that…