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New Jersey Public Defender Debuts Novel AI Research Tool
The New Jersey Office of the Public Defender collaborated with Princeton University to create an AI-powered brief library in a first for public defender offices across the country, state officials say.
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AG Merger Case Gets New Judge After Paramount Recusal Bid
A new California federal judge has taken over from the one originally assigned the lawsuit from Democratic state attorneys general challenging Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, putting the case in front of the same judge hearing challenges from consumers and the Writers Guild of America.
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Circuit-By-Circuit Guide To The US Supreme Court's Term
Federal appeals courts had wide-ranging successes and struggles during the U.S. Supreme Court's recently completed term: One had its best showing in years following its worst showing in years; one felt déjà vu after recently starting to find favor with the justices; and one saw its reputation for independence occupy a rare role in the Supreme Court spotlight.
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Adani Denies $10B Offer Led To DOJ Dropping Case
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, the chairman of multinational conglomerate Adani Group, on Wednesday told a Brooklyn federal judge that his offer to invest $10 billion in the U.S. had nothing to do with a U.S. Department of Justice decision to drop criminal charges claiming he and others orchestrated a $250 million bribery to secure solar energy contracts and deceive investors.
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Dems Probe Clayton's Independence, 2020 Election Views
During a Wednesday confirmation hearing for President Donald Trump's pick for national intelligence director, Democratic lawmakers pressed Jay Clayton to explain whether predecessor Tulsi Gabbard should have traveled to Georgia to oversee a search warrant executed at a Fulton County election facility, which she testified the president asked for.
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Paramount Wants Merger Judge Recused Over Guild Work
Paramount has asked a district judge to recuse himself from overseeing a challenge led by a dozen states to the company's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing Wednesday that the judge's former role as labor counsel for a guild that's also challenging the deal risks the appearance of impartiality.
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Ex-Goldman CLO Calls Epstein 'Masterful Liar' In Testimony
Kathryn Ruemmler, who recently stepped aside as Goldman Sachs' chief legal officer over her connections to Jeffrey Epstein, told House investigators Wednesday that she regrets "ever having anything to do with him" and called the convicted sex offender a "masterful liar."
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Senate Confirms Fla. Judge Pick Tied To Trump Pulitzer Case
The Senate voted 51-46, along party lines, Wednesday to confirm state Chief Judge Jeffrey T. Kuntz for the Southern District of Florida.
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Successor's Appointment Was Late, Retired Fla. Judge Says
A recently retired Florida state judge told the Florida Supreme Court that his challenge of Gov. Ron DeSantis' failure to appoint someone to succeed him is moot since the governor had filled the vacancy, but argued that the appointment had an illegal delay of 25 days.
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Pa. Jury Acquits Man Accused Of Threatening Judges
A Pennsylvania federal jury found Wednesday that a man accused of threatening to kill judges is not guilty.
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Ga. Prosecutor Disciplinary Panel Escapes Challenge
A Georgia state judge has handed an early win to the state of Georgia, finding that a trio of district attorneys' legal challenge of a prosecutor disciplinary panel can't move forward.
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Philly Atty Reinstated After One Year Of 3-Year Suspension
A Philadelphia attorney in the middle of a fee dispute with his former firm, Laffey Bucci D'Andrea Reich & Ryan LLP, can practice in Pennsylvania again after the state Supreme Court reinstated his license following one year of a three-year suspension.
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Harwood Lloyd Must Face DQ Bid Over Hiring Ex-NJ Judge
A New Jersey state appellate court on Wednesday revived a bid to disqualify Harwood Lloyd LLP from a probate matter based on how a retired judge awarded fees to a firm attorney before joining the firm himself.
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Cornyn, Tillis Still Waver On Blanche AG Bid After Hearing
Todd Blanche had his nomination hearing to be attorney general on Wednesday and two key Republican senators still have yet to say if they will support him.
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New Jersey Appellate Division To Get New Chief Judge
New Jersey Appellate Division Judge Heidi Willis Currier will assume leadership of the division effective Sept. 1 upon the retirement of current Chief Judge Thomas Sumners, the judiciary announced Wednesday.
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New Conn. High Court Rules Put Filers On Hook For AI Errors
The Connecticut Appellate and Supreme Courts have published new generative artificial intelligence rules which took immediate effect this week, outlining additional paths for sanctions as the justices weigh the fate of a landlord's attorney who admitted his filings contained ChatGPT-induced errors.
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NC Biz Court Names New Chief Judge Amid Dual Retirements
The North Carolina Business Court is getting a new chief judge for the second time in as many years, with court administrators announcing Wednesday that Charlotte-based Judge Adam M. Conrad will take the helm next month.
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Wash. Chief Justice Draws 3 Challengers In Bid For 4th Term
A former public defender, a naval officer-turned-tax attorney and a family law practitioner are each vying this election season to unseat a veteran Washington State Supreme Court justice who's penned some of the high court's most significant opinions of the last two decades.
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Ky. Law Prof Wants Court To Block Judge For Dean Pick
A University of Kentucky law professor asked a federal court to block U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove from becoming the next law school dean, claiming that the appointment has "stripped the faculty" of their credibility on the basis of peer review.
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4th Circ. Affirms Tort Atty's $25M Extortion Conviction
The Fourth Circuit on Tuesday affirmed the conviction of a medical malpractice attorney for attempting to extort the University of Maryland Medical System out of $25 million, despite his argument that his self-representation at trial was not competent.
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Nadine Menendez Can't Reclaim Jewelry During Appeal
A New York federal judge on Tuesday denied Nadine Menendez's bid to force the return of jewelry seized from her home during a bribery investigation tied to her husband, former U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, ruling that the government had lawfully taken the items and can keep them while her appeal is pending.
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Justices Seek More Funds Over Increased Threats, Talk Ethics
U.S. Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan made rare Capitol Hill appearances Tuesday, discussing the court's budget request for fiscal 2027, the "shadow docket" and ethics issues.
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Durbin's Top Judiciary Oversight Atty Joins Holland & Knight
Holland & Knight LLP has hired the chief counsel for oversight at the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, who worked on that committee under Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin and who joins the firm's regulatory practice to fortify its bench with more than a decade of senior-level Capitol Hill experience.
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Ga. Judge Says Jury Must Hear Court Admin Retaliation Row
A Georgia federal magistrate judge has recommended that a jury hear a whistleblower suit against the city of East Point, finding that neither the former municipal court administrator nor the city should be handed an early win.
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Fla. Judge Denies Endorsing Violence In Courtroom Remarks
A Florida state judge on Monday denied that his remarks from the bench endorsed violence and said his comments do not disqualify him from holding judicial office, but still expressed regret over the incident.
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Notes From A Partner-In-Charge On Integrating Lateral Talent
When done thoughtfully through three strategies, bringing laterals into the fold can propel growth and create significant business opportunities that enhance the law firm's cultural fabric, says James Sullivan, leader of Alston & Bird's New York office.
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The Augmented Lawyer: Drafting As AI Alters Admin Of Law
As generative artificial intelligence tools become embedded in mainstream legal practice, they are reshaping the administration of law itself, from how experts document and validate their work to how joint defense teams operate, demanding a new level of contractual clarity and operational discipline, says Karineh Khachatourian at KXT Law.
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How Attorneys Can Plan Now For Biz Dev Success In 2026
As the year winds down and the pace of work slows, attorneys should reflect on what did and didn’t work to generate business in 2025, and start mapping out their 2026 business development plan now to set themselves up for success, says Ezra Crawford at Crowell.
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How Firms Can Retain Rainmakers, Now And All Year Long
Though firm leaders feel the most urgency about retaining rainmakers now, during compensation season, effective retention strategies are preemptive and year-round efforts anchored in meaningful support, tactical execution and credible follow-through, says Tom Orewyler at TO Comms.
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What GCs Value Most: 7 Ways To Earn Clients' Trust
Trust is the foundation of any great client relationship, but it isn’t built overnight or maintained passively — rather, counsel must consistently show up in small but important ways to become the trusted partner clients rely on when judgment matters most, says Andrew Dick at The L Suite.
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Biz Development Tip Of The Month: Make An Onboarding Plan
The investment required for a personalized client onboarding plan is minimal, but the return on investment — measured in client satisfaction, relationship strength and longevity, client referrals, and other business development opportunities — can be extraordinary, says John Reed at Rain BDM.
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Law Firm Content Strategies To Stay Competitive In 2026
A number of trends will continue to reshape how people search, consume and trust information next year, and law firms will need to adopt forward-thinking content strategies — from generative engine optimization to interactive legal tools — to stand out, says Elizabeth Lampert at Elizabeth Lampert PR and Nancy Myrland at Myrland Marketing and Social Media.
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What Law Firm Liability Risks In 2025 Signal For Year To Come
Trends and statistics reveal that law firms of all sizes and practice areas remained attractive litigation targets this year, so firms must take concrete steps to avoid professional liability risks in the year to come, say Douglas Richmond and Andrew Ricke at Lockton Companies.
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5 New Archetypes Of Legal Talent For The Age Of AI
New job archetypes are rapidly replacing the traditional model of the lawyer as artificial intelligence proliferates, and to remain competitive, firms will need to embrace the diverse portfolio of talent required to navigate, design and critique algorithmic systems, says Dmitri Mehlhorn at Atoll Society.
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A Closer Look At 5 Types Of Legal Management Services Orgs
Legal management services organizations, which outsource the administrative aspects of law firms to separate entities, are poised to disrupt the industry in the year to come, so firms and attorneys should consider the advantages and disadvantages of several MSO models, say Frederick Shelton and Ayven Dodd at Shelton & Steele.
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Law And Disorder: How To Tackle A Key Burnout Syndrome
Impostor syndrome prevails as a main root cause of attorney burnout, but sufferers can equip themselves with a series of practice tips that build confidence through evidence, not emotion, to address the mindset behind this damaging condition, says Jonathan Cohen at PNY.
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What GCs Value Most: 7 Ways To Build Client Relationships
Today's general counsel expect outside lawyers to show interest, relevance and value long before there is a live matter to address, including by engaging with attorneys at every level of the company and dispensing free advice thoughtfully, says Andrew Dick at The L Suite.
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Biz Development Tip Of The Month: Start Early In Your Career
Having the courage to embark on your legal business development strategy early in your career allows you to sooner reap the rewards of a strong network, which in turn can increase the momentum of referrals over the course of your career, says Kristin Housh at Sheppard Mullin.
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Enthusiasm Is Legal Leadership Differentiator In AI Era
As the legal profession navigates changes driven by artificial intelligence and broader pressures, leaders should consider behavioral research-backed strategies to translate enthusiasm into tangible results for team performance, say attorneys at King & Spalding.
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Weighing Opportunities, Risks Of PE Investment In Law Firms
Though law firms and private equity firms appear to be strange bedfellows, such combinations may offer opportunities for ailing midsize firms — which must be weighed against risks to culture, brand and growth prospects, say directors at FTI Consulting.