Partner Compensation by Region: How Geography Impacts Law Firm Earnings in 2024
The legal industry has always been shaped by regional market dynamics—but in 2024, where a partner practices law can significantly…
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Elite Law Firm Rainmakers: Who Earn $25 Million+ in 2024?
The 2024 legal market has ushered in a new compensation era for BigLaw’s elite partners. Top rainmakers are now commanding…
Two BigLaw Firms Make Waves with Major Lateral Acquisitions
In a bold reshaping of talent strategies, Crowell & Moring and Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer have each engaged in…
Law Class of 2024 Breaks Employment Record—But There’s a Catch, NALP Report Reveals
A new report from the National Association for Law Placement (NALP) highlights a historic high in job placement rates for…
The Rise of Trusts and Estates Law: Market Trends, Career Outlook, and Regional Insights
The legal industry is witnessing a notable surge in demand for Trusts and Estates (T&E) attorneys, driven by shifting demographics,…
Orrick Doubles Down on Los Angeles Venture Capital Practice with Four-Partner Transfer
Introduction On February 10, 2025, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP announced a landmark expansion of its Los Angeles venture capital…
Commercial Litigation: The Surging Growth Engine of the Legal Industry
As economic volatility, regulatory scrutiny, and corporate disputes continue to escalate, commercial litigation has emerged as a dominant force shaping…
The Best Law Schools for Non‑Traditional Students in 2025
As the legal profession evolves, so does the path to becoming a lawyer. In 2025, a growing number of law…
NCBE Stands Firm on 2026 Launch of New National Bar Exam Despite Pushback
Amid growing calls for a delay, the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) is standing by its plan to debut…
McDermott and Schulte Finalize Major U.S. Law Firm Merger, Forming McDermott Will & Schulte
In a landmark move reshaping the legal industry, McDermott Will & Emery and Schulte Roth & Zabel have completed their…
Lawyers face objections to multimillion-dollar fees after no-cash settlement with Schwab
A recent no-payout class action settlement with Charles Schwab & Co. has sparked controversy—not over the settlement itself, but over…
Class of 2024 Achieves Historic Employment Milestone in Legal Industry
The U.S. legal job market hit a historic high with the graduating law class of 2024 posting the strongest employment…