Exploring Bar Exam Alternatives: ABA Legal Ed Council Considers Policy Statement
The ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar is set to discuss a draft…
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Big Law’s Rush for Summer Associates
The accelerated recruiting process in Big Law is creating challenges for diverse students, putting pressure on them to make career-defining…
Signs of Decline in Influence
After years of dominating the legal education landscape, U.S. News' law school rankings are showing signs of waning influence, marked…
Settlement Redefines “Diversity” in Wisconsin Clerkship Program
The State Bar of Wisconsin has reached a settlement to redefine the concept of "diversity" in its Diversity Clerkship Program,…
Breaking News: Legal Accountability Project Launches Groundbreaking Database for Clerkship Applicants
In a groundbreaking development for aspiring legal professionals, the Legal Accountability Project, spearheaded by former law clerk Aliza Shatzman, has…
Former State Bar Deputy Executive Found to Violate Conflict of Interest Rules by Ghostwriting Reports
In a recent revelation, Robert Hawley, a former Deputy Executive Director of the State Bar of California, has been implicated…
California’s Legal Landscape: A Shift Towards Diversity
In 2023, California witnessed a historic surge in the admission of women and minority lawyers, marking a significant step towards…
The Emergence of Chronoworking: Revolutionizing Work Schedules for Lawyers
In the fast-paced realm of legal services, the pursuit of efficiency and adaptability is not just a choice but a…
Indiana Supreme Court Allows Graduates from Non-ABA Law Schools to Sit for Bar Exam
In a significant development, the Indiana Supreme Court has modified its attorney admissions rules to broaden access to the bar…
Federal Appeals Court’s AI Regulation Proposal Met with Pushback
Several lawyers from prominent law firms have voiced their opposition to the initial proposed rule by a federal appeals court…
Navigating the Legal Landscape: AI Guidelines for Attorneys Emerge Across the U.S.
Echoing California's initiative in November, the Florida Bar has recently issued guidelines offering clarity to lawyers on the ethical use…
Lawsuit Alleges Discrimination and Retaliation at Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders
Former associate Gita F. Sankano has filed a lawsuit against Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders, claiming that complaints about discriminatory conduct…