How I Made Partner: 'Take Pride in What You Do,' Says Tyler Cobb of Ballard Spahr
"My advice is to focus on finding a worthy mentor, networking, and on creating a sustainable work-life balance. Above all else, take pride in what you do. Every associate needs someone they can freely ask questions and confide in—whether it's in regard to successes or to struggles. Mentorship provides the guidance and support needed to navigate the complexities of the legal world. The encouragement of a great mentor can be instrumental not only in building confidence but also in positioning an associate as a strong candidate to make partner."
John Sarcone III, Veteran of First Trump Term, Is Tapped for Upstate U.S. Attorney Post
John A. Sarcone III, who ran for Westchester DA in 2024 but was not elected, is set to begin as U.S. attorney for the Northern District of New York on March 17. The district spans a swath of 32 upstate counties. Sarcone worked on the campaign of President Donald Trump's first term, and was later appointed to a role in Trump's first term.
Charles Schwab Shareholder Loses $187M Case Against Board Over Robo-Investing Program
U.S. District Judge Rita Lin of the Northern District of California found that despite amending the case twice, the shareholder—Reynolds Family Revocable Trust—hadn't sufficiently alleged that Charles Schwab directors were aware of the alleged issues with the robo-adviser program, much less that the marketing was misleading.
Delaware Superior Court: Whether Accord Is in Stock or Cash, Insurer Liable for AMC Settlement
"This ruling will have far-reaching implications for businesses, as it will give them much needed financial flexibility in resolving claims without sacrificing the insurance coverage to which they are entitled," said Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna Chair Robin Cohen, whose firm was among those that represented the movie theater chain in the litigation.