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Paralegal Seeks Contempt Order Over Firm's Emails For OT
A Texas law firm should face sanctions after it flouted a court's order to turn over emails that could determine how much overtime a former paralegal worked, the former employee told a federal court, saying the firm provided "unusable garbage."
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$32M Malpractice Suit Was Filed Too Late, Judge Says
A federal magistrate judge recommended tossing a lawsuit accusing Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP and one of its partners of aiding a scheme to divert tens of millions of dollars from the Orly Genger 1993 Trust, finding on Friday that every claim lodged by the trust's assignee is barred by the statute of limitations.
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Ex-Derailment Deal Admin Faces Irked Judge In Contempt Bid
The ex-administrator of Norfolk Southern's $600 million settlement over the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment met skepticism as it admitted to a federal judge Friday that it had made some mistakes in distributing funds, but denied class counsel's key contention that $120 million for personal injury claims had to be divided evenly among all the claimants.
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Immigration Lawyers Battle Burnout Amid Deportation Surge
As the Trump administration carries out a mass deportation campaign across the country, immigration attorneys faced with heavy demand and changing norms are feeling the impact of burnout and stress on their practices and emotions, they told Law360.
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Law360 Pulse Spotlight On Mid-Law Work
Lieff Cabraser's handling of a lawsuit by fired federal employees involved in diversity, equity and inclusion work and Wiley's work defeating a bid challenge on behalf of a federal contractor lead this edition of Law360 Pulse's Spotlight On Mid-Law Work, recapping the top matters for Mid-Law firms from Nov. 14 to Dec. 5.
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Judge Won't Exit Agri Stats DOJ Case Over Clerk Connection
A Minnesota federal judge refused to recuse himself from a case accusing Agri Stats of helping meat processors exchange sensitive information based on a clerk's past work on related cases, after refusing a similar request in a case over pork prices.
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The Supreme Court's Week: By The Numbers
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in four cases this week, weighing a $1 billion jury award against an internet service provider for failing to thwart online piracy, an anti-abortion pregnancy center's effort to squash a subpoena, and a preacher's lawsuit challenging a law regulating protest.
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Law School Admissions Council Settles DEI Staffer's Bias Suit
The former manager of the Law School Admission Council's diversity program has reached a settlement with the council in her racial discrimination lawsuit alleging she was passed over for promotion because she complained about bias, according to a court order filed Friday.
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Utah Atty Avoids Monetary Sanction For 'Hallucinated' Cases
A Utah federal judge handling a trademark infringement matter has sanctioned an attorney for filing court documents with "hallucinated" cases, but instead of issuing a fine, the lawyer was ordered to read all the cases and authorities cited in the opinion and file a summary statement within 30 days.
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Rosen Law Firm Sanctioned Over 'Frivolous' Investor Suit
A Wisconsin federal judge has sanctioned The Rosen Law Firm PA for failing to conduct an adequate investigation before filing a "frivolous" securities complaint against an airline holding company.
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Fla. Court Upholds Atty Disqualification In $1M Estate Dispute
A Florida state appellate court on Friday affirmed the disqualification of an attorney who abandoned his client and began representing his client's adversaries in a $1 million probate case, finding that he likely violated ethics rules regarding conflicts of interest.
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MVP: Sidley's Angela Zambrano
Angela Zambrano of Sidley Austin LLP's litigation practice group secured a victory for the Big 12 Conference in a proposed antitrust class action over name, image and likeness rights for former college athletes and helped achieve a subsequent $2.78 billion settlement to create a system of revenue sharing in major collegiate sports, along with key wins for Match Group and Amazon, earning her a spot as one of the 2025 Law360 Class Action MVPs.
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Stone Hilton Wants Cruz Subpoena Tossed In Harassment Suit
Stone Hilton PLLC is asking a Texas federal court to toss a subpoena from a former executive assistant for information about a firm partner's past tenure with the office of U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, saying the purpose of the request is to "intimidate, burden and harass."
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Atlanta Media Co.'s Lack Of Counsel Can't Get It Out Of IP Row
A Georgia federal judge has ruled that a media company operated by a parent who is defending copyright infringement claims lodged by other parents over their respective children's content on social media and streaming sites cannot escape the lawsuit because it is unable to obtain counsel.
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Mass Tort Firms Targeted Over Benicar MDL Fees In NJ Suits
Robins Kaplan LLP and Pendley Baudin & Coffin were hit with proposed class actions in New Jersey state court from former clients in multidistrict litigation over the blood pressure medication Benicar alleging that the firms overcharged on their fees.
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Stinson Adds Bankruptcy Partners From Leech Tishman In LA
Stinson LLP has again expanded its attorney roster in its Los Angeles office that opened earlier this year, this time adding two bankruptcy partners from Leech Tishman and a business litigation associate.
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Voir Dire: Law360 Pulse's Weekly Quiz
The legal industry kicked off December with another action-packed week as BigLaw firms continued bonus season and announced partner promotions. Test your legal news savvy here with Law360 Pulse's weekly quiz.
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Morgan Lewis Brings Back Employment Pro From Sidley
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is welcoming back an employment litigation partner who is also an Occupational Safety and Health Administration expert, from Sidley Austin LLP, the firm announced Friday.
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NY AG Applauds Reports Grand Jury Declined To Reindict
New York Attorney General Letitia James Thursday hailed reports that a Norfolk, Virginia, federal grand jury had declined to reindict her on charges of mortgage fraud, refusing to revive a case that President Donald Trump had pushed prosecutors to pursue against his "guilty as hell" political opponent.
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Authors' Attys Seek $300M In Fees After $1.5B Anthropic Deal
The attorneys who represented a group of authors that secured a $1.5 billion settlement with artificial intelligence business Anthropic after claiming the company infringed copyrights by training its models with pirated books have asked the court for $300 million in fees.
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SDNY Judge Unsure Of Jurisdiction In Maurene Comey Suit
A Manhattan federal judge said Thursday he may not have jurisdiction over former prosecutor Maurene Comey's suit claiming President Donald Trump's rivalry with her father, former FBI Director James Comey, led to her firing.
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Litigation Funder Certum Expands Into Managed Services
Litigation funder Certum Group has purchased a managed services organization that handles back-office operations and tech support for mass tort and personal injury firms, amid growing interest in the model within the legal industry.
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Doc Defends Suit Over Bills From Brother's Former Law Firm
An Ohio physician asked a Pennsylvania county judge to keep her brother's former law firm in her lawsuit over an alleged broken promise to represent her pro bono, urging the court to reject the firm's argument that she missed her chance to bring the claims earlier in a separate Ohio case, according to a filing made public Thursday.
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Kirkland Lands Orrick Litigation Leaders In Philly, LA
Two attorneys have left their roles as co-leads of Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP's complex litigation and alternative dispute resolution practice to join Kirkland & Ellis LLP's Philadelphia and Los Angeles offices, the firm announced Thursday.
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2025 DC Partner Market Driven By Appeals Spike, Gov't Moves
The number of partner moves within the Washington, D.C., litigation market continued to grow this year, driven by factors including increased demand for appellate lawyers and a steady flow of government attorneys leaving for private practice, according a report released Thursday.
Expert Analysis
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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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My Nonpracticing Law Job: Law Firm Marketer
Liz Bard Lindley at Jaffe PR shares how she went from a family law associate who helped write industry articles to a savvy legal public relations and marketing professional, and offers takeaways for any attorney who might not feel at home in their law practice and is considering alternative career paths.
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The Case For Keeping The Gas On Deputy GC Compensation
In recent years, the deputy general counsel role has expanded and become increasingly vital in organizations across the globe, and companies should consider a few ways to retain this top talent, including by offering competitive compensation that reflects projected increases, says Heather Fine at Major Lindsey.
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Talking Mental Health: The View From Life After BigLaw
Life coach and author Wendy Tamis Robbins discusses why she left a career in BigLaw to work in the professional well-being space after finding freedom from anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and substance use disorders, and highlights two changes the legal industry should implement to address attorneys' mental health.