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Ohio Supreme Court Issues Controversial Ruling on Former U.S. Prosecutor’s Misconduct

REUTERS/Yuriko Nakao In a recent decision, the Ohio Supreme Court has delivered a rebuke to Mark Bennett, a former assistant…

Lawsuit Challenges State Bar of Wisconsin’s Diversity Clerkship Program

The State Bar of Wisconsin is currently entangled in a legal battle as it faces allegations that its diversity clerkship…

Kansas Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Lawyer Amidst Website Material Controversy

In a recent ruling on December 1, the Kansas Supreme Court found that a part-time lawyer did not violate disciplinary…

American Alliance for Equal Rights Drops Lawsuit Against Winston & Strawn’s Diversity Program

The American Alliance for Equal Rights, spearheaded by prominent anti-affirmative action activist Edward Blum, has withdrawn its lawsuit against the…

Oregon State Bar Introduces Alternative Pathways for Law Students

The Shift Away from Traditional Bar Exam In a groundbreaking move, the Oregon State Bar is set to depart from…

Proposal for More Practical Legal Education Gains Support within American Bar Association

A forthcoming proposal to enhance the practicality of legal education is gaining momentum within the American Bar Association (ABA). The…

Court Victory for Freedom of Speech: Fifth Circuit Rules Against Mandatory Bar Dues in Louisiana

Update: The Goldwater Institute achieved a significant triumph for freedom of speech and association as the U.S. Court of Appeals…

California State Bar Committee Urges Regulation on AI Legal Tools

In a recent development, a committee within the California State Bar is advocating for state lawmakers to explore regulations concerning…

Survey Reveals High Burnout Risk Among BigLaw Associates

In a recent survey conducted by mental health solutions provider Unmind, alarming findings shed light on the well-being challenges faced…

New York State Bar Exam Results: July 2023

In a landmark announcement on Wednesday, the New York State Board of Law Examiners unveiled the much-anticipated results of the…

Top Bankruptcy Judge Resigns Amidst Ethics Controversy

Houston Bankruptcy Judge Steps Down Following Ethical Concerns Over Relationship with Lawyer Linked to Financial Benefits U.S. Bankruptcy Judge David…

Former New York Lawyer Sentenced to Prison for $1.2 Million Embezzlement

In a shocking turn of events, a former New York lawyer, Arthur Cohen, aged 72, has been handed a significant…