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Associates Are Organizing Protests in Face of Big Law's Silence, Concessions to Trump Administration

Wed, 2025-03-26 10:31

“A number of associates at a number of firms are talking about doing recruitment strikes if firms do not commit to not complying with the EEOC's demands, said former Skadden associate Rachel Cohen. “Firms are very reliant on associates being able to do interviews themselves most of the time. That's an element where we have a lot of agency that comes with not a lot of risk to one's career.

       

Flagged For Litigation? Jenner Is One of Several Large Law Firms Who've Sued the Trump Administration

Wed, 2025-03-26 06:45

The subject of the latest executive order Tuesday, Jenner is one of about 20 Am Law 200 law firms suing the Trump administration on behalf of clients, according to a review by Law.com.

       

Justices to Consider Separation-Of-Powers Doctrine in FCC Case

Wed, 2025-03-26 06:44

The justices on Wednesday will review a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit that struck down as unconstitutional aspects of a Federal Communications Commission funding program designed to improve internet and phone services in underserved areas.

       

Who Got the Work: Perkins Coie to Represent Amazon in Washington State Geolocation Privacy Class Actions

Tue, 2025-03-25 21:51

Perkins Coie has been engaged to defend Amazon.com Inc. and its subsidiary, Amazon Advertising LLC, in two landmark privacy class actions filed in Washington federal court that target the e-commerce giant's use of software development kit technology to allegedly collect users' geolocation data without their consent.

       

BREAKING: Delaware Lawmakers Send Corporate Law Amendments to Governor's Desk

Tue, 2025-03-25 21:15

Legislators have heard hours of debate and testimony on the bill, revised from its original form at the recommendation of the Corporation Law Council within the Delaware State Bar Association, and two additional hours preceded the vote on the house floor. As in previous meetings, those in favor said the legislation is key to Delaware not losing corporations to Texas, Nevada or other states.

       

Ripple Labs Says Crypto Exchange Brokered Deal With SEC to Drop Cross-Appeal

Tue, 2025-03-25 18:26

"The SEC will keep $50M of the $125M fine (already in an interest-bearing escrow in cash), with the balance returned to Ripple," Stuart Alderoty, the chief legal officer for Ripple Labs, claimed on social media.

       

US Judge Presses DOJ on Motive Behind Passport Policy Targeting Transgender People

Tue, 2025-03-25 17:47

“It seems to deny gender identity is something worth recognizing, U.S. District Judge Julia Kobick said of President Donald Trump's order.

       

'Saying Yes Is Always the Answer': Rob Lowe Addresses Adapting, Adversity and Artificial Intelligence in Legalweek Keynote

Tue, 2025-03-25 17:03

“The optimist will win, Lowe said. “I am not a person who believes in circumstances overtaking me. Someone will make the money and get satisfaction, why not you?

       

Lawyers See Business Opportunities in Germany's Increased Spending on Defense, Infrastructure

Tue, 2025-03-25 16:55

“A lot of law firms are perhaps suddenly finding an interest in this sphere of advice, says Hengeler Mueller partner Michael Schramm.

       

Call for Nominations: the 2025 Women, Influence and Power in Law Awards

Tue, 2025-03-25 16:51

It is that time again! Corporate Counsel is seeking nominations for its Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards, which honors North American general counsel and law firm partners who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the empowerment of women in law and have shown extraordinary leadership in their careers.

       

Transactional Work Rebounds in 2024 to Help Grow Revenue, Profits for Moore & Van Allen

Tue, 2025-03-25 16:30

Gross revenue increased 10% to $298.7 million, while profits per equity partner grew 14% to $1.35 million.

       

Corporate Work Boosts Wilson Sonsini's Revenue to Record Highs in 2024

Tue, 2025-03-25 16:24

“Last year, like the two years preceding, the capital markets environment was challenged, though we had a number of transactions of relevance, said managing partner Douglas Clark.

       

Tornado Cash Users Demand Texas Judge Reject ‘Mootness Flag' and Enter Final Judgment

Tue, 2025-03-25 16:12

“This case, by the plaintiffs who seek a court judgment despite the Treasury delisting of the sanctions, shows that that strategy of trying to avoid a judgment may not succeed, said Mike Katz, a partner at Manatt Financial whose specialty includes litigation and advising startups, emerging companies and investment funds in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industries.

       

Litigation Funder Burford Capital Taps Financial Services Vet for New CMO

Tue, 2025-03-25 15:52

Jessica Zall began her new role Monday as chief marketing officer with publicly traded, third-party litigation financing company Burford Capital. Her background includes marketing roles with the likes of J.P. Morgan and Fidelity.

       

Baker & Hostetler Reaches Financial 'Milestone,' Exceeding $1B in 2024

Tue, 2025-03-25 15:24

Chair Paul Schmidt says the historic $1.05 billion in gross revenues last year capped 31 straight years of growth and helps to paint a picture of a firm that has continued to expand domestically while putting a strong focus on lateral hiring.

       

Trump Attacks America's Big Law: When the Shoe Is on the Other Foot, Leaders in the West Fall Silent

Tue, 2025-03-25 15:19

It's hard not to draw a comparison between what's happening amid attacks on the rule of law in Trump's America with what has taken place in Asia.

       

Jenner the Latest Law Firm to Get Hit by Trump Order

Tue, 2025-03-25 15:14

It's the fourth presidential action or order against a big law firm.

       

Home Court Advantage? Justices Consider Which EPA Cases Must Go to DC Circuit

Tue, 2025-03-25 15:13

"If location in D.C. meant that the D.C. Circuit is a hometown court, then this court would be a hometown court for EPA, and I've never had that perception," joked Deputy U.S. Solicitor General Malcolm Stewart.

       

Bolstered by a Diverse Practice Mix, Cooley Continues Upward Trajectory

Tue, 2025-03-25 15:13

"It's as much of the marquee high-value transactions as it is the aggregation of what we call our bread and butter, and it's that combination that ends up being magical for us in the end,” said CEO Rachel Proffitt.

       

Pay Triples for Simon Property Group Legal Chief

Tue, 2025-03-25 15:06

The shopping mall giant awarded Steven Fivel $8.1 million in stock under a special bonus program tied to the performance of investments outside of the company's core business.

       

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