Lawsuit Challenges Diversity Fellowships at Perkins Coie and Morrison Foerster Following Affirmative Action Ruling
Edward Blum, a prominent figure known for his opposition to affirmative action, has launched a new legal campaign targeting law…
Biglaw
Steptoe Welcomes Energy Transaction and Regulatory Partner
Steptoe & Johnson LLP has announced the addition of Chris Zentz as a partner in its Washington, DC office. Zentz's…
Shearman Welcomes NYC Capital Markets Partner Ahead of Merger
Shearman & Sterling has recently welcomed its first lateral hire. Alejandro Gordano, a former Shearman attorney, rejoins the firm after…
Alston & Bird Settles Federal Lawsuit Over Regulatory Advice Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Law firm Alston & Bird has successfully resolved a federal lawsuit concerning its regulatory counsel regarding the imports of hand…
Survey Reveals Stress Among BigLaw Attorneys Due to Client Demands, Mental Health Concerns
In a recent survey by The American Lawyer, the mental health challenges faced by legal professionals within the BigLaw sector…
Biglaw Firms Enforce Strict Timesheet Submission Policy with Bonus Reductions
In the fast-paced world of legal practice, time is a valuable commodity, and top Biglaw firms are leaving no room…
Paul Weiss Makes Strategic Lateral Moves in Bid for Dominance Amidst Biglaw Rivalry
To regain its former stature, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison has orchestrated a strategic lateral raid on Kirkland &…
Quinn Emanuel Sues Los Angeles Seeking Reimbursement for Legal Fees in Ex-Sheriff’s Case
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, a prominent law firm based in California, has filed a lawsuit against the city of…
Lawsuit Against Dechert Resolved as Former WSJ Reporter Withdraws Case
Former Wall Street Journal reporter Jay Solomon has brought an end to his legal battle against Dechert LLP, as revealed…
Anderson Kill Allegedly Terminated Former CFO Following an Incident
Former Chief Financial Officer of prominent U.S. law firm Anderson Kill, Paul Schwartz, has filed a lawsuit alleging that the…
Orrick Law Firm Faces Lawsuit Following March Data Breach Incident
Prominent U.S. law firm Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe is embroiled in a new class action lawsuit stemming from a data…
Womble Expands Telecom Team with New Partner
Womble Bond Dickinson, a leading law firm, has welcomed Richard R. Cameron as a new partner in its Communications, Technology,…