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Law Grad Employment Outcomes Slip in 2025

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:05:29 EST

More than 2,500 fewer 2025 graduates were employed in full-time, long-term bar admission-required/anticipated or J.D. advantage jobs, including school-funded positions, compared to the previous graduating class.

If Sullivan & Cromwell Can File an AI-Contaminated Brief, Is Risk-Proof Use of the Technology Even Possible?

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:58:13 EST

The Wall Street elite firm filed a brief in a New York bankruptcy case with fictitious and inaccurate citations generated by artificial intelligence, illustrating that no one is immune to the reputational and ethical risks tied to the emerging technology.

LASIK Malpractice Plaintiff Convinced a Jury to Award Seven Times a Damages Cap—and Got to Keep It

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:57:20 EST

"While the lost future earnings awarded to [the] plaintiff are perhaps uniquely high, [the] plaintiff's projected future earnings and earnings capacity are uniquely high," the judge reasoned.

Eric Swalwell Placed on Leave From Maryland Law School Board of Visitors

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:45:47 EST

Eric Swalwell has been accused of sexual misconduct—charges he denies.

Suit Alleges Highly Personal Information Stolen in Mercor Data Breach

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:00:39 EST

A new lawsuit alleges an AI hiring platform's use of automated interviews and worker%E2%80%91monitoring tools turned a data breach into the exposure of full employment records. The case frames the incident as a consequence of broader AI hiring practices, not just a cybersecurity failure.

Chicago Woman Awarded Record $7.25M Verdict for Hysterectomy Case

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:57:40 EST

The Circuit Court of Cook County jury issued the record-breaking verdict Monday on behalf of a 32-year-old woman who underwent a hysterectomy following negligent complications during the procedure and delayed recognition of a postpartum hemorrhage.

In Turbulent Year, UnitedHealth Legal Chief Saw Duties Expand, Pay Double

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:44:52 EST

Christopher Zaetta's 2025 compensation totaled $15.8 million, 130% higher than a year earlier.

Call for Nominations: The D.C. Legal Awards

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:15:49 EST

Nominations are now open for The D.C. Legal Awards, formerly named The National Law Journal Awards.

Latest PBM Settlement to Reverberate Through Health Plans

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:30:39 EST

“PBMs and health plans have a symbiotic relationship. There will be discomfort not only for PBMs but for health plans in the short term," said Theresa Carnegie of Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo.

Supreme Court Revives Suit Against Military Contractor Over Bombing on Afghan Base

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:26:13 EST

The U.S. Supreme Court held in a 6-3 decision that federal law does not preempt all state tort suits against military contractors operating in a war zone.

How I Made Law Firm Leadership: 'Develop Discipline, Resilience and Systems Early,' Says Michael Eisenbaum of Gray, Duffy, Eisenbaum & Lee

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:59:59 EST

"Billings, receivables, taxes, budgeting—those responsibilities don't go away simply because you're in trial. Firm leadership means thinking like both a lawyer and a business owner simultaneously. So my advice is this: develop discipline, resilience and systems early."

Critical Mass With Law.com's Amanda Bronstad: 13 Lawyers Line Up to Lead Talc MDL's Next Phase, Jury Awards $5K in Uber Sexual Assault Bellwether Trial

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:58:59 EST

More than a dozen lawyers, including Mikal Watts and Christopher Placitella, applied to replace Beasley Allen's leadership role in the talc multidistrict litigation against Johnson & Johnson.

Who May Sue: Patent Standing Issues and Implications for the Life Sciences Industry (Part II)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:55:47 EST

In the second part of a two-part article addressing patent standing issues common to companies in the life sciences industry, we examine additional patent standing complications and discuss how mid-litigation transfers of ownership may affect standing, and how standing issues may ultimately impact the availability and scope of damages.

State Supreme Court Affirms Historic $56M Punitive Damages Verdict Against Big Tobacco

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:26:28 EST

"The relationship between the remitted punitive damages award and comparable civil penalties is appropriate. The remitted award serves the goals of punishing Philip Morris's conduct and deterring similar future acts while comporting with due process," the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court said.

The 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law—Law Firm Data

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Search our Go-To Law Schools data by school to see the firms where 2025 graduates found associate jobs.

The 2026 Top 50 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

These law schools sent the highest percentage of 2025 graduates to associate jobs at the largest 200 law firms.

The 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law—Tuition

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Here's a look at how much it costs to attend a law school that has a strong Big Law track record.

Go-To Law Schools: Columbia Reclaims the Throne, Georgetown and Vanderbilt Join the Top 10

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

"T14" law schools dominated by taking the top six positions this year while Vanderbilt Law and Georgetown Law both climbed four spots to make the top 10.

The 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law—All Schools Data

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

See hiring stats for every law school that sent a 2025 graduate to one of the top 200 firms.

Quantum Computing and Bitcoin: Why 'Q-Day' Is Not an Existential Threat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:51:51 EST

Recent advances in quantum computing raise long-term concerns for Bitcoin's security, but the threat is not immediate. Experts estimate that vulnerable cryptography could be phased out between 2029 and 2035 through protocol upgrades and new cryptographic standards. Migration will require careful coordination, but Bitcoin can adapt without risking instant failure. Overall, quantum risk is a future issue related to governance and timing, not an urgent crisis.

Am Law 200: Performance, Pressure, and the Path Forward

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:45:55 EST

Join us as we examine how Am Law 200 firms navigated a volatile 2025—balancing growth, AI disruption, talent competition, and profitability while striving to keep pace with a strong Am Law 100.

UK Consumer Class Actions Regime Set for Shake-Up

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:11:25 EST

Lawyers react as the Law Commission announces a new project that will examine the current framework, and will consider the impact of introducing a new regime.

How Mark Lanier Used AI in the Social Media Addiction Trial

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:10:41 EST

“We were able to take a collaborative AI model that cross-pollinates across all the different large language models and infuse it with my brain, said W. Mark Lanier of his work with BoodleBox on the blockbuster trial.

Stellantis Must Pay $18M to Man Injured by Faulty Jeep Gear Shift

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:57:40 EST

Jurors determined on April 17 that while Jeffrey Wu's negligence was 30% responsible for his injuries, Stellantis, which owns Jeep, was liable for the remainder due to a gearshifter design defect that led drivers to believe their vehicle was in park when it was actually in reverse.

Fed Chair Nominee Vows Independence as Trump Pressure Looms

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:13:37 EST

“President Trump expresses it quite publicly without surrogates or subterfuge—but presidents want lower rates, Kevin Warsh said. “But Fed independence is up to the Fed. Fed leadership has to make a decision about what's the right thing to do.

Supreme Court Questions FCC's 'Retreat' Over Power to Fine

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:40:14 EST

The Federal Communications Commission insisted to the Supreme Court on Tuesday that its roughly $100 million in fines against Verizon and AT&T were "nonbinding" and therefore did not violate the companies' Seventh Amendment right to a jury trial.

The Week in Data April 21: A Look at Legal Industry Trends by the Numbers

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:22:40 EST

Catch up on the latest data from across the Law.com newsroom, the top lateral moves across the U.S.

'An Inflection Point': 13 Lawyers Apply to Lead Talc MDL's Next Phase

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:37:36 EST

The applications by lawyers including W. Mark Lanier, Mikal Watts and Christopher Placitella come after a federal magistrate judge disqualified Beasley Allen, whose principal, Leigh O'Dell, had served as co-lead counsel for 10 years.

Live from the GCC Midwest 2026 with Elizabeth Barton

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:14:38 EST

In this Legal Speak episode, co-host Patrick Smith interviews Chicago Board of Education's acting general counsel Elizabeth Barton live from the General Counsel Conference Midwest 2026 in Chicago.

Sneak Peek at the 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law Nos. 1-10

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:59:59 EST

Here's a first look at the law schools that sent the highest percentage of 2025 graduates to associate jobs at Am Law 200 firms.

BYU Law Expands Law Academies, Moves Future Programming to Fall Due to Early Big Law Recruiting

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:59:59 EST

BYU, which has been holding Law Skills Academies for 1Ls since 2018, will move the program from April to October in the next academic year in light of Big Law's accelerated recruiting practices.

American Airlines Paid Up Big to Lure Latham Star Aboard

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:44:59 EST

Anthony "Tony" Richmond had been with the law firm for 29 years and had amassed an all-star lineup of clients, from Airbnb to Broadcom.

Kirkland Lays Groundwork for Middle East Expansion in Abu Dhabi

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:49:04 EST

Kirkland & Ellis's registration with the Abu Dhabi Global Market comes as private equity firms bet on the financial hub, even as geopolitical tensions escalate across the region.

Jury Awards $5K Verdict in Second Uber Sexual Assault Bellwether Trial

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:05:51 EST

A North Carolina federal jury awarded the verdict in a second bellwether trial in the sexual assault multidistrict litigation against Uber.

Federal Judges Discuss the Future of Third-Party Litigation Funding in Their Courtrooms

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:16:51 EST

Brian Fitzpatrick, a law professor at Vanderbilt Law School, moderated a panel with Delaware District Court Chief Judge Colm Connolly and SDNY Judges J. Paul Oetken and Arun Subramanian at the NYU Law Review's "Charting the Future of Litigation Finance" event.

GCs' Preference for Big Firms Undercutting Efforts to Rein in Outside Counsel Costs

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:17:48 EST

Average partner rates rose by more than 4% for the fourth straight year, according to LexisNexis. They'd risen by less than 3.5% all of the prior nine years.

How I Made Partner: 'Stay Flexible, Stay Curious and Welcome Challenges,' Says Lance Taubin of Alston & Bird

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:59:59 EST

"Be patient. Stay flexible, stay curious, and welcome challenges—because the curveballs often end up being the opportunities that shape you the most."

'It's Going to Happen': Harvey CEO Details Why AI Is Here to Stay in the Legal Industry

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:59:30 EST

Harvey CEO Winston Weinberg joined Maria Glover, a professor at Georgetown Law, and Tobey Scharding, a professor at Rutgers Business School, for a keynote conversation Friday at NYU Law's "Charting the Future of Litigation Finance" event in lower Manhattan.

Supreme Court Will Hear Religious Challenge to Anti-Bias Rules for Pre-K Program

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:31:37 EST

The U.S. Supreme Court said Monday that it will consider lowering the threshold for proving a law burdens religious exercise in a case over Colorado's universal preschool program, which bars discrimination against LGBTQ parents and students.

'A Victory for Independent Artists': Precious Jacobs-Perry of Jenner & Block Breaks Down Landmark Entertainment Verdict

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:03:33 EST

Law.com caught up with Jacobs-Perry to discuss the firm's trial strategy and the broader implications of the verdict—which Jenner & Block called "the first litigated ruling of its kind on the enforceability of oral post-termination provisions in artist/manager agreements"—for the music industry.

How Lessons Learned as a Fresh-Faced Prosecutor Helped Carry Rich Baer to 5 Legal Chief Posts

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:52:55 EST

"It's always about, what is the truth? There are so many lawyers who focus on the law, but they don't apply that same rigor to the facts," said Baer, who stepped down in February as general counsel of Sirius XM.

Sneak Peek at the 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law Nos. 11-20

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:59:59 EST

Here's a first look at the law schools that sent the highest percentage of 2025 graduates to associate jobs at Am Law 200 firms.

$1B Benchmark: US Firms' Quest for UK Growth Marches On Year-on-Year

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:36:45 EST

In the month that U.S. behemoth Latham & Watkins announced $1 billion in London revenues, Law.com charts the continuing rise of U.S. firms in the U.K.

Live from the GCC Midwest 2026 with Latitude Legal's Justin Johnson

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:59:59 EST

In this Legal Speak episode, co-host Cedra Mayfield interviews Latitude Legal President Justin Johnson, live from the General Counsel Conference Midwest 2026 in Chicago.

Second Sexual Assault Trial Opens Against Uber in North Carolina Federal Court

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:55:33 EST

The trial, which began on April 15, kicked off as Uber lodged a sanctions motion against a lead plaintiffs' attorney, David Grimes of Levin Simes, who called one of its lawyers a "pedophile" and a "rapist" at a meeting.

Belmont Law Names First Female Dean

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:41:14 EST

Professor Deborah R. Farringer, currently associate dean of academic affairs and director of health law studies at Belmont Law, will become dean on Aug. 1.

California Law School Leaders Join Call for ABA to 'Retain and Strengthen' Diversity Accreditation Standard

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:05:03 EST

Stanford Law Professor Richard Thompson Ford wrote that repeal of the standard "would signal a craven capitulation to the lawlessness of the Trump administration when the nation desperately needs the legal profession to stand up for the rule of law."

Law Firm Disrupted: The Vanishing-and-Reappearing Act of ‘Not Big Law'

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:15:31 EST

Even during Am Law 100 launch week, it's been an eventful time for those that are decidedly not large.

Litigation Trends to Watch: Suits Target Fertilizer Prices, Gambling Apps and Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:08:30 EST

Users claims that sports betting platforms intentionally designed their mobile apps to be addictive.

Lawsuits Accuse Trio of Am Law 200 Firms of Running Afoul of Conflict Rules

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:22:12 EST

“Clients are much more offended by conflicts of interest than law firms and judges give them credit for, Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz partner Ronald Minkoff said.

We Have to Stop Meeting Like This! How to Run an Effective Meeting in Law Practice

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:22:38 EST

Effective meetings are not incidental to law practice, they are integral to it. Structured meetings produce clear decisions, defined accountability, efficient client service, and alignment with professional responsibility.

Supreme Court Says Chevron Can Move Louisiana Environmental Suit to Federal Court

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:29:20 EST

The Supreme Court held that Chevron's crude oil refining activities, which allegedly damaged Louisiana's coastline, were related to World War II military contracts and could therefore be defended in federal court.

How I Made Law Firm Leadership: 'Take Initiative, Come With Solutions,' Says Marissa Ronk of Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:59:59 EST

"Take initiative! Just as clients don't want you simply to issue spot, but to come with solutions, so too does firm leadership. The earlier you start proposing and owning solutions, the earlier you'll find yourself at the table."

Maximizing Privilege and Work Product Protection in the Age of Generative AI

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:59 EST

To remain protected, legal teams must move away from ad hoc usage and toward a structured, tiered strategy that elevates AI-assisted work to ensure the widest privilege protection possible.

Sneak Peek at the 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law Nos. 21-30

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:59:59 EST

Here's a first look at the law schools that sent the highest percentage of 2025 graduates to associate jobs at Am Law 200 firms.

Own Up: Proposed Rule to Help Judges Catch Conflicts Inches Forward

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:44:59 EST

“If finally approved, the amendment should significantly benefit judges in making decisions about whether their financial interests require recusal, said U.S. District Judge Sarah Vance.

Tech Meets Torts: A Lawyer Tests Waymo

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:59:59 EST

Georgia product liability litigator Rebekah Cooper sits down with Legal Speak podcast co-host Cedra Mayfield to discuss potential liability claims and defenses after the pair shared a self-driving ride share experience in Atlanta.

Data Breach, Consumer Protection Claims Fuel 10-Year High for Class Action Filings, Report Says

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:17:05 EST

A new report by legal analytics platform Lex Machina has found that class actions nationwide surged to a 10-year high in 2025 "after nearly a decade of stability," driven by a dramatic spike in consumer protection claims—particularly those involving data breaches.

Canada's Largest Law Firms Look to Benefit from Warming Relations with China

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:36:48 EST

Dentons, Fasken and McMillan say demand for legal services has already increased, just months after China and Canada announced a "new strategic partnership."

Meta Paid Wilmer Fees Approaching $64M in 2025, SEC Filing Reveals

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:26:01 EST

The social media giant spells out its dealings with Wilmer annually to comply with Securities and Exchange Commission disclosure rules in instances of potential conflicts of interest. Those rules kick in for Meta because its lead independent director is a Wilmer attorney.

Judge Wants to End Florida Bar Support for Lawyers in Crisis

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:51:00 EST

Rather than make what he called an "aesthetic change" to the language, Justice Adam Tanenbaum said he wants to see the Florida Supreme Court “consider scrapping" the rules that require The Florida Bar fund programs supporting attorneys, judges and law students who struggle with substance use and mental health challenges.

Law School Professors, Deans Urge ABA to 'Retain and Strengthen' Diversity Accreditation Standard

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:41:05 EST

The vast majority of commenters opposed the repeal of a DEI standard required for law school accreditation. Only two supported the repeal.

Fed. Judge Finds No Deception in Similac Labeling Despite Heavy Metals Claims

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:23:22 EST

A federal judge in Chicago dismissed a proposed class action this week alleging Abbott Laboratories hid heavy metals in its Similac infant formula after determining the product's label was not deceptive for the average consumer.

7th Circuit Rejects Bid to Broaden Anonymity Standard in Title IX Lawsuits

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:52:53 EST

The federal appellate court affirmed a ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana requiring an adult plaintiff accused of sexual misconduct in a university Title IX proceeding to litigate under his real name rather than a pseudonym.

Winston & Strawn Presses Forward with Hunter Biden Suit, Arguing for Communications with Democratic Donors

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:12:50 EST

The law firm alleges Hunter Biden went to Democratic Party donors to get his outstanding legal fees with the firm paid off, but now is refusing to turn over those communications during discovery.

State High Court Allows for Delayed Settlement Notice to IOLTA Committee, With a Caveat

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:59:29 EST

If the committee got its way and a disputed settlement agreement were vacated, not only would the parties have to redo mediation and potentially risk going to trial, but a favorable ruling would expand the IOLTA Committee's ability to contest settlements.

Orkin Parent Ordered to Release 18,000 Workers From Noncompetes

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:49:33 EST

The Federal Trade Commission hopes its enforcement action has a chilling effect on the pest-control industry, where such agreements are common.

Legal Experts Detail Ever-Changing Frontier for Biometric Privacy Claims in the Prairie State

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:47:00 EST

Litigators should look past the usual suspects for BIPA claims, like fingerprint scanners for employers, and expect to see more developments with other biometric identifiers, like voiceprints and facial recognition, while keeping on eye on how artificial intelligence programs comply with the statute, experts say.

Call for Nominations: New England Legal Awards 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:11:17 EST

Law.com is accepting nominations for the fourth annual New England Legal Awards, celebrating legal professional excellence in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.

Key Takeaways from Legalweek 2026 On Prompting, Context and Agents

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:26:46 EST

An annual tradition continues as Cybersecurity Law & Strategy presents the responses to our Legalweek question. For 2026, it was "where are we with prompting"?

The Life of a Leading Lawyer: Robert L. Haig Reviews 'Counsel, the Courtroom Is Open' by Mark C. Zauderer

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:24:12 EST

Mark C. Zauderer, a well-known New York trial and appellate lawyer, explains how he has spent so many years not only serving his clients—many of them wealthy and famous (and some infamous)—but also serving the court system itself.

From Partner to Thought Leader: How Attorneys Can Turn Expertise Into Influence

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:17:59 EST

If your unique insights aren't appearing in trusted publications, trade journals, or timely commentary tied to breaking legal developments, you are not part of the broader conversation. And in common practice areas, like personal injury, real estate, family, data privacy and cybersecurity, and international law, conversation drives consideration which influences client conversion.

Sneak Peek at the 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law Nos. 31-40

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:59:59 EST

Here's a first look at the law schools that sent the highest percentage of 2025 graduates to associate jobs at Am Law 200 firms.

Inside Private Equity's Law Firm Fishing Expedition

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:23:27 EST

Law.com goes behind the scenes of private equity's courtship of law firms, speaking to the leading financial advisers about why the money is moving now and what types of deals will happen.

AI Is Outpacing the Systems Built to Govern It, Stanford Report Finds

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:09:03 EST

Stanford's 2026 AI Index report documents surging investment, rising safety incidents, and a closing U.S.-China performance gap, with direct implications for employment lawyers, compliance officers and corporate counsel.

'Deeply Regret Past Support': Big Law Donors React to Swalwell's Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:32:43 EST

"It seems like he did the right thing in terminating his gubernatorial campaign and resigning from Congress," a Susman Godfrey partner said of former U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell after several women accused the California Democrat of sexual misconduct.

Judge OKs $167K Attorney Fee Award in FLSA Meal-Break Settlement

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:33:46 EST

U.S. District Judge Maria A. Lanahan for the Eastern District of Missouri approved a $440,000 settlement resolving a Fair Labor Standards Act collective action brought by health care workers against Midwest Geriatric Management.

Democrats Press Trump's 8th Circuit Pick on His Independence

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:23:04 EST

Justin Smith, an attorney at the boutique firm James Otis Law Group, represented Trump in his failed efforts to overturn a 2023 jury verdict finding him liable for sexually assaulting writer E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s.

Live Nation Acted as Illegal Monopoly in Ticketing Market: Jury Verdict

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:24:12 EST

The verdict was a victory for 34 state attorneys general, and the D.C. AG, who took the case to trial after the U.S. Department of Justice settled its claims in March. But Live Nation, which has denied monopolization charges, is saying the jury verdict is not the end of the matter.

When the Patent Litigation System Has to Make Charging Happen: Tesla v. Charge Fusion and the Drafting Risk of ‘Result In'

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:49:50 EST

When a patent claims software that computes a charging schedule and then makes charging occur, the Federal Circuit may require the system, not the driver, to cause the charge event.

How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Focus on Doing Excellent Work,' Says Erica Kerstein of Robinson+Cole

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:59:59 EST

"Focus on doing excellent work, building strong relationships—internally and externally, and being generous with your time and knowledge. Leadership opportunities tend to follow people who are invested in themselves, their clients and their colleagues."

AI Products and the Challenges of Consumer Fraud Class Actions

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:29:59 EST

People have different beliefs about AI products and reasons for using them. This variability would make consumer fraud claims based on AI products difficult candidates for class certification.

Sneak Peek at the 2026 Go-To Law Schools: Big Law Nos. 41-50

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:59:59 EST

Here's a first look at the law schools that sent the highest percentage of 2025 graduates to associate jobs at Am Law 200 firms.

Freshfields Defends Meta in Italian Class Action Over Massive Data Scraping

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:49:33 EST

Freshfields is consolidating its role as a leading defender of major corporations amid a surge in mass class actions, as Meta finds itself at the center of a global wave of lawsuits.

Hogan Lovells, Cadwalader Vote to Approve Merger

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:42:40 EST

The combined firm will have two locations in New York, in downtown and midtown, while Cadwalader attorneys will move into Hogan Lovells' offices in Washington, D.C., and London at the start of July.

Beyond Breaches: The Rise of Non-Breach Privacy Claims in Cyber Insurance

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:37:37 EST

The cyber insurance industry has long been dominated by conversations around security threats. Privacy concerns were often treated as an afterthought. But recently, there has been a critical shift: privacy risks that arise outside of traditional breaches are now front and center.

State Appellate Court Blocks Jackson Lewis From Forcing Arbitration in Malpractice Suit

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:32:51 EST

"In its arguments on appeal, law firm is, in essence, asking us to ignore this language within the arbitration agreement because the contract allegedly involves interstate commerce, but this we cannot do," the state appellate court said.

Antitrust Boutique Bolsters Succession Plans With a Rebrand

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:04:59 EST

"[I]t seemed like a good time to assess where were were as a firm, to access who was front-facing, who's applying for the leadership appointments, who's liaising with co-counsel and with courts, who's appearing on behalf of the firm with courts, and we took those realities into consideration and conferred amongst ourselves as to what would be the next steps to carry the brand forward," Justice said.

$17 Million: IBM Settlement Shows Risks and Cost of DEI

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:40:01 EST

The IBM case is the first to be resolved under the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative, which Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche claims is a means to stop violations of civil rights laws by government contractors and other recipients of federal funds.

Why the Chicago Bears CLO's Playbook Starts and Ends With Storytelling

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:16:38 EST

“I think you measure value by how much your colleagues are talking to you. Are they coming to you with more than just problems? Are they coming to you with questions? Krista Whitaker told attendees at General Counsel Conference Midwest.

'Muddled As Ever': More Appeals Courts to Weigh State Prediction Market Regulation

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:21:24 EST

The underlying question in the appeals around the country is whether the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has exclusive jurisdiction over prediction markets' sports-related events contracts, which allow traders to buy and sell positions on specific game outcomes, like scores and player performances.

Trump, Obama Nominees to Hear Law Firm EO Appeals

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:06:06 EST

Chief Judge Sri Srinivasan, Judge Cornelia Pillard and Judge Neomi Rao have been selected to be on the panel that will hear arguments on May 14 in the combined appeals cases, involving Perkins Coie, Jenner & Block, Susman Godfrey, and Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr.

Paris Court Convicts Lafarge of Financing Syrian Terrorism in Historic Ruling

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:41:44 EST

Darrois client Lafarge, the French cement giant, was fined the maximum 1.125 million for terrorism financing, plus about 4.6 million to be paid collectively with four convicted ex-executives, for violating international sanctions.

Morgan & Morgan's Latest Ad Campaign Targets Unscrupulous Lawyers in Georgia

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:08:45 EST

"This is an example of what happens when you don't have anybody policing the profession. That creates a vacuum, and you've got lawyers willing to step in and do it," plaintiff's attorney Darl Champion said.

The 2026 Am Law 100: Ranked by Gross Revenue

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Seven of the top 10 firms in our gross revenue ranking remained the same, though there was some shuffling.

Who Pulled Away, Who Dropped Off: The Am Law 100 Through the Years

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

The Am Law 100 has changed a lot over the last 25 years. In this infographic and analysis, we dig into how—and why.

The 2026 Am Law 100: Ranked by Profits Per Lawyer

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Wachtell tops the list with a PPL of $3,525,000.

Am Law 100 Lights the Way Through Dark Periods to Turn Out a High-Growth Year

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Just as in the prior year, collective Am Law 100 revenue overall grew by about 13%, while net income rose faster by 16.3%, even in a year of tumult and uncertainty.

The 2026 Am Law 100: Ranked by Average Compensation - All Partners

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Eighty-nine posted increases in CAP, compared with ninety-five the previous year.

The 2026 Am Law 100: By the Numbers

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Each year we dig through the numbers to compare the country's largest firms across more than a dozen financial metrics. Here we present some of the most important, interesting and surprising facts.

From Fear to 'Footnote'? Executive Order Activity Under the Financial Microscope

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

Nearly all of the 13 law firms hit with an executive order, or who struck deals to resolve or head off an order, experienced revenue growth in 2025—in several cases, very significant growth.

The Super Rich Keep Cranking It Up—So We Did, Too

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:59 EST

The Super Rich list—for which we have raised the RPL and PPL thresholds this year—includes 37 loud-and-proud Am Law 100 firms.

The Case for Broader Business Development Support in Law Firms

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:31:59 EST

Investing more broadly and deliberately in business development support helps firms retain lawyers, recruit talent, and reduce long-term risk. In a market where compensation alone no longer differentiates firms, it's one of the most practical ways to strengthen the organization.

MoFo's Ken Siegel: The American Outsider Who Became an Insider in Japan's Corporate Elite

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:59:59 EST

From Fujitsu to SoftBank, Ken Siegel turned a bold expatriate move into a legal career at the intersection of Japanese business, global finance, and enduring personal relationships.

DLA Piper Did Not Discriminate Against Pregnant Associate, Jury Finds

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:08:20 EST

The jury found that a senior associate failed to prove that the firm was liable for discrimination under the New York City Human Rights Law. The panel also said the firm was not liable for interfering with their Family Medical Leave Act Rights.

SEC to Draft Exemption for Bail-In Securities, Atkins Says

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:30:44 EST

A bail-in is a regulatory instrument by which banks close to failure restructure their debt and mandate creditors to take losses. It is the opposite of a bailout, where the costs of saving a bank fall on governments and taxpayers.

GCs See Merits of Data-Driven Outside Counsel Selection but Also Its Limitations

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:11:40 EST

“Data is really useful and also sometimes not useful at the same time, said Stephen Mar, general counsel of Odeko.

The Legal Intelligencer and Law.com Announces 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards Shortlist

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:03:31 EST

Pennsylvania Legal Awards recognizes the best of its legal community in Pennsylvania and Delaware on its shortlist, with winners announced at an awards dinner in June.

DOJ Argues Certain Sections of Law Firm EOs Could Stand if Some Parts Get Invalidated

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:02:41 EST

"There can be no dispute here that the president wants some of the provisions to take effect even if others are enjoined," the DOJ says.

How I Made Law Firm Leadership: 'Be Humble, Hard-Working and Hungry,' Says Tobias Schlueter of Ogletree Deakins

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:59:59 EST

"There is no substitute for being an excellent lawyer and colleague. I frame lawyer and leader success around three concepts: being humble, hard-working and hungry. Our most successful lawyers recognize they don't know everything and are constantly learning and growing."

I Rode in a Waymo With a Litigator: Here's What I Learned

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:45:21 EST

Georgia products liability attorney Rebekah Cooper talks law after riding in a self-driving Waymo rideshare in Atlanta with Law.com senior litigation reporter and Legal Speak podcast co-host Cedra Mayfield.

Ashurst, Perkins Coie Partners Vote Through Merger

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:53 EST

Partners at Ashurst and Perkins Coie have "overwhelmingly" voted in favour of the trans-Atlantic tie-up to create a $2.8 billion firm with around 3,000 lawyers.

Confirmation Appears Likely Even Though ABA Rated Ex-Jones Day Associate 'Not Qualified'

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:34:06 EST

"The Committee's rating of Ms. [Kathleen] Lane is based on issues with her experience, which is an important component of competence, not her temperament or integrity," the American Bar Association's Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary wrote in a letter explaining why the ABA rated Lane "not qualified" to serve as President Donald Trump's pick for a Montana federal judgeship.