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ABA and Bar Associations Unite Against Trump’s Targeting of Legal Professionals

In an unprecedented show of unity, more than 50 state, local, and national bar associations have issued a scathing rebuke…

New HSR Merger Rules Increase Deal Costs and Delay Timelines, Say Top Lawyers

The Federal Trade Commission’s sweeping overhaul of Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) merger notification requirements is already transforming how lawyers approach mergers and…

Wall Street Lawyers’ Bonuses Soar: Associates Earn Up to $1 Million

Wall Street Lawyers Earn Record-High Bonuses: What You Need to Know Wall Street Lawyers Reap Record-Breaking Bonuses Amidst Fierce Competition…

Law Firms Expanding Services to Address Emerging Risks in a Changing Legal Landscape

Law Firms Expanding Services to Address Emerging Risks Introduction The legal industry is rapidly transforming, driven by technological advancements and…

Law Firms Thrive Amid Policy Shifts: Revenue Growth, Challenges & Future Trends

Introduction The legal industry is experiencing a dynamic transformation as firms adapt to economic uncertainty, shifting policies, and evolving client…

Law Firm Billing Rates Escalate: The $3,000-Per-Hour Benchmark and What It Means for the Legal Industry

Introduction In a striking development for the legal industry, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan has set a new benchmark, charging…

William & Mary Law School’s Admissions Error: Causes, Impact, and Prevention

Introduction In an unexpected turn of events, William & Mary Law School mistakenly sent acceptance emails to 410 applicants due…

Law Firm Financial Outlook: Profit Growth Amid Uncertainty in 2025

Introduction: A Year of Gains, A Future of Uncertainty As 2024 came to a close, U.S. law firms experienced a…

Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin’s High-Stakes Transatlantic Merger: What’s at Risk?

The legal industry is abuzz as Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF) and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel gear up for a…

First Amendment Rights in Academic Settings: What Law Students Need to Know

Introduction: Why Academic Free Speech Matters for Law Students Academic freedom and the First Amendment have long been pillars of…

Latham & Watkins’ 2024 Bonuses: A Record-Breaking Year for Biglaw Associates

Biglaw firms continue to reward their associates generously after a financially successful 2023, with many announcing matches to Milbank’s year-end…

The Future of Lawyer Salaries: Sustainability, Market Trends, and Predictions

Introduction: The Rise and Potential Fall of Lawyer Salaries In recent years, the legal industry has witnessed an unprecedented surge…