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Adams Judge Won't Toss Case, Taps Paul Clement For Review
State Judges See Uneven Gains In Post-Lockdown Pay Hikes
Adams Case Fiasco 'Unparalleled' In Modern US History
Former 3rd Circ. Judge Jordan Joins Richards Layton
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DOJ Hits Judge Weighing Trans Troops Ban With Complaint
The U.S. Department of Justice on Friday filed a misconduct complaint against the D.C. federal judge overseeing litigation challenging President Donald Trump's executive order ostensibly banning transgender troops from serving in the military, accusing her of bias after she hammered government attorneys for answers they provided during a hearing earlier this month.
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'I Shot Her To Death:' Video Shown Of Judge After Killing Wife
Prosecutors showed a video to jurors Friday of a California judge at the police station following his arrest for shooting his wife, where he's seen sobbing, cursing and saying, "My son is going to hate me forever, and she's dead. I shot her to death."
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Up Next At High Court: Straight Discrimination & Trial Rights
The U.S. Supreme Court will return to the bench Monday to debate whether majority-group plaintiffs should be held to higher evidentiary standards when bringing workplace discrimination claims and whether prisoners are entitled to jury trials when questions about pre-suit requirements are intertwined with the merits of their claims.
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California Justices Accept Court Reporter Shortage Case
The California Supreme Court has accepted a case that aims to address the state's court reporter shortage by mandating the use of electronic recording when court reporters are unavailable.
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Death Row Case Offers Window Into Prosecutors' Gender Bias
As she stood trial for orchestrating her estranged husband's 2001 murder, Brenda Andrew faced an uphill battle convincing an Oklahoma jury of her innocence. The evidence was stacked against her, but perhaps the most powerful weapon in the prosecutors' arsenal wasn't the evidence itself — it was their ability to portray her as a deviant, unfaithful woman who deserved to be executed.
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Justices Leave Fired Special Counsel In Office For Now
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday declined to weigh in on the validity of a temporary court order reinstating a fired federal employment watchdog who claims President Donald Trump lacks the authority to remove him from office without cause, punting on the administration's first attempt to wipe out protections for top officials at independent agencies.
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Officers Say NJ Attorney General Can't Avoid Retaliation Suit
A New Jersey state judge should reject a bid from the state Attorney General's Office to reconsider the denial of its bid to escape a lawsuit accusing the Warren County Prosecutor's Office of retaliating against two officers for their part in uncovering an alleged fraud scheme, the officers told the court this week.
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Meet 'Powerhouse' Attys On New Florida AG's Transition Team
New Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has put together a transition team made up of some of the most well-connected attorneys in Florida private practice, government and politics.
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Former Cognizant Execs Balk At Trial After FCPA Pause
Attorneys for two former executives of Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. told a New Jersey federal judge on Friday that they object to the government's plan to move forward on March 3 with their Foreign Corrupt Practices Act trial.
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Connecticut AG Tong Says Bomb Threat Targeted His Home
Connecticut Attorney General William M. Tong on Friday morning said his home in the southwestern corner of the state had been targeted by a bomb threat, and the investigation appears to be in the hands of federal law enforcement authorities.
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Voir Dire: Law360 Pulse's Weekly Quiz
The legal industry marked another action-packed week with a bevy of BigLaw hires and a new special spring bonus. Test your legal news savvy here with Law360 Pulse's weekly quiz.
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Justices Nix Expanded Sovereign Immunity Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday overturned a D.C. Circuit ruling greenlighting expropriation claims brought by Holocaust survivors against Hungary, ruling that the historical commingling of assets is not enough to overcome the country's sovereign immunity.
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High Court Finds FCC's E-Rate Subject To False Claims Act
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously Friday that telecoms participating in the federal E-Rate program supporting school and library connectivity can be sued for excess payouts under the False Claims Act because the subsidy's funds are provided through the U.S. Treasury.
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Justices Knock Ala. For Immunizing State Officials
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday ruled a group of Alabama unemployment applicants can pursue allegations that delays in the state's benefits review process violated their federal civil rights, holding a state law that requires litigants to exhaust administrative remedies before filing suit doesn't bar their procedural claims.
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Judge's Son Concedes Misstatement To Police After Shooting
The son of a California judge on trial for allegedly murdering his wife with a handgun acknowledged during cross-examination Thursday that he didn't see his father pull the gun out and aim it at the victim before firing, despite telling police otherwise.
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US Atty Pick In DC Probes Dem Lawmakers Over 'Threats'
President Donald Trump's nominee for U.S. attorney in the District of Columbia, who is already serving on an interim basis, has sent letters to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and at least one other Democratic lawmaker as part of a larger probe into supposed "threats" to Elon Musk and other federal government employees.
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Jones Day Atty Exits Menendez Bribery Case As Appeal Looms
Yaakov Roth of Jones Day sought to withdraw Thursday from representing Robert Menendez following the former U.S. senator's convictions on bribery and corruption charges, leaving his Paul Hastings LLP team to steer the case at the trial level on the day after the government argued Menendez should not remain free on appeal.
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Del. Chief Justice Targets Social Media's Pressure On Courts
Acknowledging that "some of those who lose don't take it well" and have tools to "cause judges great pain," Delaware's chief justice told a state budget panel Thursday that social media had amplified dissatisfaction with some court rulings despite global respect for the state's system.
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After Trump's Firing Vow, Last Biden US Attys In Fla. Are Out
Just days after President Donald Trump said on social media that he would terminate all remaining U.S. attorneys named by former President Joe Biden, the last two remaining Biden-era U.S. attorneys in Florida are out of their positions.
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McConnell Stresses Courts' Role In Retirement Announcement
Longtime Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell announced Thursday that he will not seek reelection next year and used the occasion to advise against questioning the "fundamental duty" of the courts.
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FCPA Shake-Up May Open Bribery Loophole
New guidelines in the works for Foreign Corrupt Practices Act enforcement under President Donald Trump's administration could dramatically alter how American companies do business overseas while potentially opening the door for foreign bribery when it arguably advances U.S. interests, and the looming changes are creating an unsettled environment for attorneys who practice in the space, experts say.
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Ga. Panel Rips Willis' 'Delay Tactic' Over Trump Case Probe
A Georgia state Senate committee investigating Fulton County District Attorney Fani T. Willis over her prosecution of President Donald Trump in an election interference case has blasted her attempt to dismiss multiple subpoenas against her as a "bald-faced delay tactic."
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Last Biden US Atty In Texas Departs After Trump Firing Move
The last remaining U.S. attorney in the Lone Star State appointed by former President Joe Biden left his post after President Donald Trump vowed to terminate all U.S. attorneys appointed by his predecessor.
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Calif. Judge Disciplined For Calling Victim 'Manipulative'
A former California Superior Court judge has been publicly admonished for repeatedly calling a domestic violence victim "manipulative" and saying she "liked being beat up" while telling her partner at a restraining order hearing in May 2023 that he had fallen into the victim's "trap."
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'Lawsuit Protection' Co. Fined In Ohio For Unlicensed Practice
A legal consulting firm that markets itself as a "comprehensive lawsuit protection company" serving medical practices was hit with a fine on Thursday by the Ohio Supreme Court for practicing law in the state without a license for more than a decade.
Expert Analysis
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Overcoming US Law Firms' Hesitancy To Enter Indian Market
Successful private equity exits with strong returns have solidified India's buyout market as an increasingly attractive destination for future investments, offering compelling reasons for the U.S. legal community to overcome its caution on the country's markets, says Vaishali Movva at Eimer Stahl.
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Biz Development Tip Of The Month: Make A Plan For The Year
While firms are busy allocating resources and assessing client demand, individual attorneys should use the start of the year to slow down and create a personal business plan, which can be accomplished with a few steps, say Elizabeth Gooch, Teri Robshaw and Chris Newman at McDermott.
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Series
Talking Mental Health: Caring For Everyone As A Firm Leader
Reid Phillips at Brooks Pierce discusses how he manages the pressure of running a law firm, how sources of stress in the legal industry have changed over the past decade, and what firm leaders should do to help manage burnout and mental health issues among employees.
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How Firms Can Use LinkedIn To Aid Marketing Efforts In 2025
LinkedIn has several features law firms can use to showcase their capabilities and thought leadership to reach prospective and existing clients, including the Event and Live features, says Sofia Millar at Reputation Ink.
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Talking Mental Health: Managing Emotions In Trauma Cases
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Nikki Hurtado at The Ferraro Law Firm discusses what motivates her to represent victims of catastrophic injuries, how she copes with the emotional toll of such cases, and what other attorneys taking on similar cases can do to protect their mental well-being.
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Strategies For Successful Law Firm Mergers In 2025
Law firms are expected to continue consolidating in the year to come, and because these mergers require a different kind of playbook, firm leaders must carefully consider office culture nuances, professional services economics and talent retention strategy before any merger, say directors at FTI Consulting.
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Making Legal Cents: Winning More Work In A Crowded Market
In a market where clients have more options, tighter budgets and higher expectations, firms must figure out how to differentiate themselves without discounting their rates, and several practical strategies for pitching, pricing and early-engagement communication can help, says Shireen Hilal at Maior Strategic Consulting.
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Best Practices For Implementing Firm Revenue Cycle Roles
Law firm revenue cycles are becoming more complex and time-consuming, but hiring dedicated revenue cycle personnel can help streamline the process and reduce the burden on attorneys, says Christine Indiano at Harbor Global.
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Tips For Constructing Your Small-Law Exit Strategy
By initiating planning and processes to evaluate personal retirement goals and firm value early, longtime solo practitioners and small-firm owners can unlock a range of possibilities and potential buyers, setting up for a profitable exit and a rewarding transition, says Brent Daub at Gilson Daub.
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Tips For Persuasive Briefs Beyond The Argument Section
When crafting an appellate brief, the focus for most lawyers is the argument section, but other sections also offer strategic opportunities to shape the court's perception of the case and favorably frame the issues, say attorneys at Frost Brown.
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Ask A Mentor: Is Secondment A Good Career Move?
Kate Driscoll at Morrison Foerster suggests six questions to help candidates evaluate whether a secondment will benefit their career.
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3 Trends Reshaping Chief Marketing Officer Appointments
Recent approaches to hiring chief marketing officers demonstrate how firms are reimagining their marketing and business development frameworks to stay competitive and responsive to evolving client needs, says Murray Coffey at M Coffey.
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Talking Mental Health: Working As A Mom Of An Autistic Son
Sarah Kovit Hanna at Assurant discusses how she balances the demands of her in-house role and the support needs of her son, who was diagnosed with autism, as a single mom, and reflects on how the legal industry can better support caretakers of family members who have special needs.
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Ask A Mentor: How Can I Maximize My Pro Bono Impact?
Debbie Berman at Jenner & Block offers advice on how attorneys can make a meaningful impact on their communities through pro bono work while enhancing their professional development through strengthened client-facing skills, hands-on experience and more.
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Opinion
Congress Can And Must Enact A Supreme Court Ethics Code
As public confidence in the U.S. Supreme Court dips to historic lows following reports raising conflict of interest concerns, Congress must exercise its constitutional power to enact a mandatory and enforceable code of ethics for the high court, says Muhammad Faridi, president of the New York City Bar Association.