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Legaltech Rundown: UC Law San Francisco's Justice Tech Accelerator, New Steno and UnitedLex Hires and More
09/21/2024

Legaltech Rundown: UC Law San Francisco's Justice Tech Accelerator, New Steno and UnitedLex Hires and More

An update on the legal tech market's past week, from product launches to new partnerships.

The George Washington University Law School Is Helping Train Federal Employees on AI
09/21/2024

The George Washington University Law School Is Helping Train Federal Employees on AI

The school is joining a handful of other organizations in leading an education series hosted by the federal government's Artificial Intelligence Community of Practice program.

Legal Tech Firm Takes on NLRB—and Wins
09/20/2024

Legal Tech Firm Takes on NLRB—and Wins

A legal tech company's refusal to enter collective bargaining had merit, the Fifth Circuit said, because a class of supervisors were improperly included in the bargaining unit. The decision went against the National Labor Relations Board.

Personal Injury Special Section 2024
09/20/2024

Personal Injury Special Section 2024

This year's personal injury special section covers how to handle a minor witness' testimony, common mistakes in personal injury practice, as well as reptile theory and how it applies to trucking cases.

Trials and Errors in Personal Injury Trial Law
09/20/2024

Trials and Errors in Personal Injury Trial Law

If James Carville had been a personal injury trial lawyer, he no doubt would have told us, ‘It’s the client, stupid,’” according to Quentin Brogdon of Crain Brogdon.

The Reptile in the Room: How Bifurcation Benefits Both Sides in Trucking Cases
09/20/2024

The Reptile in the Room: How Bifurcation Benefits Both Sides in Trucking Cases

Texas House Bill 19, enacted in 2021, was a response to the nuclear verdict trend in trucking cases trial, writes Ryan A. Robelot of Chamblee Ryan.

Navigating Through Efforts to Compel a Minor to Testify
09/20/2024

Navigating Through Efforts to Compel a Minor to Testify

One of the most delicate tasks plaintiffs’ attorneys face is protecting and preparing minors in this scenario, write Lyons & Simmons' Christopher Simmons, Michael Fechner and Mackenzie Howard.

09/20/2024

WIPL in Chicago (next week!) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. Reserve your spot today: https://loom.ly/-j2EWPI

New Phila. Barristers' Leader Talks Expansion Plans and Election Challenges
09/20/2024

New Phila. Barristers' Leader Talks Expansion Plans and Election Challenges

Richardson said the rhetoric and legal disputes surrounding the upcoming presidential election make it a pivotal time for us as attorneys, as people, and us, more specifically, as Black people in America.

Pa.'s Dangerous Dog Law Changes and 'Provocation'
09/20/2024

Pa.'s Dangerous Dog Law Changes and 'Provocation'

Pennsylvania’s new Dangerous Dog Law went into effect at the end of January this year after the passage of omnibus amendments.

Dechert Resolves Hacking Claims Brought by Aviation Entrepreneur
09/20/2024

Dechert Resolves Hacking Claims Brought by Aviation Entrepreneur

Farhad Azima had already reached a settlement with the global firm in a portion of the dispute playing out in London courts, but the fight had continued in New York federal court.

The Mental Gymnastics 'Are All Consuming': Advancing in Big Law with a Stutter
09/20/2024

The Mental Gymnastics 'Are All Consuming': Advancing in Big Law with a Stutter

A Debevoise partner's story about his stuttering has been a turning point for several people in law, and now AIS has a strong connection to the legal industry.

Haynes and Boone Defeats Patent Challenge for Fracking Tech Client
09/19/2024

Haynes and Boone Defeats Patent Challenge for Fracking Tech Client

The defendant's two patents upheld are the latest disputes in a series of trial court and administrative court challenges between two competitors in oil and gas fracking technology.

GM's Data Practices Drive Texas Trade Practices Lawsuit
09/19/2024

GM's Data Practices Drive Texas Trade Practices Lawsuit

It is just a matter of time before we see more legal disputes such as the Texas lawsuit, because cars are collecting ever more data about their owners and drivers, writes Kenneth Gober.

Gibbs Bruns Safeguards $38M Judgment for Occidental Against Wells Fargo
09/19/2024

Gibbs Bruns Safeguards $38M Judgment for Occidental Against Wells Fargo

A series of miscommunications between Wells Fargo and Occidental Petroleum's agent led to a delay in the sale of stock and an alleged loss of $38 million, Occidental claimed.

The 2024 Texas 100 ranks the top law firms in the state by gross revenue, head count, profits per equity partner and rev...
09/19/2024

The 2024 Texas 100 ranks the top law firms in the state by gross revenue, head count, profits per equity partner and revenue per lawyer. Tap here for the full report.
https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/texas-100/

𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀
🟦 Here's the full story by reporter Brenda Jeffreys: "Whether Homegrown in Texas or Out-of-State, Firms With the Most Lawyers in Texas Continued to Grow in 2023" https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/07/23/whether-homegrown-in-texas-or-out-of-state-firms-with-the-most-lawyers-in-texas-continued-to-grow-in-2023/

𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀
⬜️ Gross revenue: https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/07/23/the-2024-texas-100-ranked-by-gross-revenue/

⬜️ Headcount: https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/07/23/the-2024-texas-100-ranked-by-headcount/

⬜️ Profits per equity partner: https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/07/23/the-2024-texas-100-profit-per-equity-partner/

⬜️ Revenue per lawyer: https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/07/23/the-2024-texas-100-ranked-by-revenue-per-lawyer/

Law firm consultants say they've seen more interest in tie-ups between US and UK firms this year. "There are Magic Circl...
09/19/2024

Law firm consultants say they've seen more interest in tie-ups between US and UK firms this year. "There are Magic Circle and Silver Circle firms that very much have this option on the table and for the right opportunity and on the right terms, are ready to pull the trigger," one consultant said.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:

There have been a number of direct outreach inquiries from U.K. to U.S. firms, noted a firm consultant.

Texas Legal Awards: Q&As With On The Rise Finalists
09/18/2024

Texas Legal Awards: Q&As With On The Rise Finalists

Texas Lawyer is proud to recognize the finalists of the 2024 On The Rise Award.

Cigna's Express Scripts Sues Federal Trade Commission
09/18/2024

Cigna's Express Scripts Sues Federal Trade Commission

“The FTC has taken unconstitutional actions in publishing a report that ignores the evidence provided by our company and other [pharmacy benefit managers], demonstrates clear ideological bias and advances a false and damaging narrative—narrative that could harm the health care system by removing...

Loophole in the WARN Act? Remote Workers Sue Zulily
09/18/2024

Loophole in the WARN Act? Remote Workers Sue Zulily

Defendant Regent made the calculated decision, in consultation with its lawyers, that it could save money because of an alleged loophole in the WARN Act; namely, that it supposedly did not apply to fully or partially remote workers. However, that is not correct, the suit claims.

Lawyers with McKool Smith achieved a $192 million verdict in a patent case for their client, a Palo Alto-based wireless ...
09/18/2024

Lawyers with McKool Smith achieved a $192 million verdict in a patent case for their client, a Palo Alto-based wireless power technology developer, against Samsung.

“This has been a very hard-fought case, with Samsung raising every possible argument and making every possible challenge," said Steve Pollinger of McKool Smith, the plaintiff's lead attorney on the case.

Reporter Adolfo Pesquera has the details here: https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2024/09/16/192-million-verdict-mckool-smith-wins-against-samsung/

$39M Jury Verdict Awarded in Novel Mesothelioma Case
09/17/2024

$39M Jury Verdict Awarded in Novel Mesothelioma Case

Plaintiffs' lead attorney Mark Linder emphasized this is the first mesothelioma lawsuit that proceeded from this type of exposure.

09/17/2024

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WIPL in Chicago (next week!) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel. Reserve your spot today: https://loom.ly/-j2EWPI #WIPLUS

Whether you're a legal department leader, a brand builder, an in-house newcomer or a veteran specialist, WIPL is the place to be for women in the legal industry! Register now to be there next week in Chicago. https://www.event.law.com/corpcounsel-wipl/begin #WIPLUS

Midlevels aren't happy with below-market comp. Especially if they're being asked to hit 2,000 billable hour each year. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2024/09/12/below-market-associates-believe-they-deserve-the-market-compensation-are-they-right/

Network with your fellow leaders, trailblazers and advocates at WIPL Sept. 23-25 in Chicago! https://loom.ly/o-QrOnw #WIPLUS

On this episode of Legal Speak, Maslon partner Erica A. Holzer sheds light on her appellate victory that helped underscore the rights of parents who use egg or sperm donors or other assistive reproductive practices against donors who want custody. Tap here for the full episode: https://www.law.com/2024/09/06/precedential-pro-bono-maslons-erica-holzer-defeats-sperm-donors-paternity-suit/

Elevate your mental strength with Sheila Robinson-Kiss, who will give the first keynote at this WIPL conference Sept. 23-25 in Chicago! Register here: https://www.event.law.com/corpcounsel-wipl/begin #WIPLUS

Midlevels have been on one heckuva ride the last five years. They recently sounded off in The American Lawyer's 2024 Midlevel Associates Survey. Tap here for the full story and rankings: https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/rankings/the-2024-midlevel-associates-survey/

Things you wouldn't say to the managing partner's face: Check out the 2024 edition of Associates Say the Darnedest Things. Read all the quotes here: https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2024/09/04/associates-say-the-darnedest-things-2024-edition/

Whether you're new to the profession or a seasoned professional, you will be inspired by the diverse array of talented individuals coming Sept. 23-25 to WIPL in Chicago! Register here: https://www.event.law.com/corpcounsel-wipl/begin #WIPLUS

Late British software developer Mike Lynch's fraud trial was one for the ages. Law.com reporter Maria Dinzeo was there and recently spoke with Legal Speak co-host Patrick Smith about what she saw beyond the headlines. 𝗧𝗮𝗽 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: https://www.law.com/2024/08/30/be-likable-tell-the-story-right-mike-lynchautonomy-trial-left-as-much-out-as-was-allowed-in/

It's election season so ... let's file suit. Reporter Dan Roe dug up court records to find what election litigation is under way, how it stacks up to the 2020 cycle and which law firms are getting the work 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2024/08/29/big-law-firms-shape-the-rules-of-upcoming-election/

Don't miss Marie Oh Huber, SVP, chief legal officer & general counsel at eBay, who will be delivering a keynote about "owning your narrative and shaping your future" later this month at WIPL in Chicago! https://loom.ly/-j2EWPI #WIPLUS

This Sept. 23-25, join forces with senior in-house and outside counsel who are driving change and shaping the future of the legal profession. Don't miss WIPL in Chicago! https://loom.ly/-j2EWPI

Sidley Austin now grants certain associate classes "managing" titles. Will they catch on in the rest of Big Law? 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.law.com/2024/08/26/sidley-offers-associates-managing-titles-why-isnt-it-catching-on/

Next month's WIPL conference will gather 700+ senior female legal leaders for networking, career development and industry insights on the most pressing issues women face in law. Register today! https://www.event.law.com/corpcounsel-wipl/begin

Venus Williams will be giving one of the keynotes at this year's WIPL conference in Chicago! Register here for this unmissable event: https://loom.ly/-j2EWPI #WIPLUS

In space law, no one can hear your client scream—unless you know how to sue NASA. In the latest episode of Legal Speak, reporter Mason Lawlor speaks with Mica Worthy, who heads Cranfill Sumner’s aviation and aerospace practice group, about a case that's out of this world. 𝗧𝗮𝗽 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: https://www.law.com/2024/08/16/litigation-launched-how-to-sue-nasa-for-fallen-space-debris/

Register now for Women, Influence & Power in Law, described as one of the "most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space." https://www.event.law.com/corpcounsel-wipl/begin

Generation-gap issues are causing difficulties for managing law firms. A Law.com reader’s survey found that many firm lawyers are struggling with communication styles, behavior and attitudes, sometimes to the detriment of the firm. Law.com's Rhys Dipshan dug into the survey data to find out what's driving wedges between older and younger practitioners in today's legal community. See the article and infographics here: https://www.law.com/2024/08/12/a-law-firm-divided-how-generational-differences-are-fracturing-firms/

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Brian J. Sutherland of Beal, Sutherland, Berlin & Brown speaks with co-host Cedra Mayfield about employment discrimination claims and the considerations employers should bear in mind when they're faced with them. In this clip, Sutherland speaks about how employers can respond to claims pre-suit. Tap here for the full episode: https://www.law.com/dailybusinessreview/2024/08/08/fighting-an-employee-heres-when-brian-sutherland-says-employers-should-throw-in-the-towel/

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