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Sierra Leone and Jenner and Block Reach Tentative Deal in $8 Million Legal Fee Dispute

Sierra Leone and the U.S. law firm Jenner & Block have reached a settlement in principle to resolve a contentious…

Morris Bart Law Firm Compelled to Disclose Communications With Judge

In a striking development in the bankruptcy litigation surrounding MMA Law Firm, a Houston bankruptcy court has ordered Morris Bart,…

Buchalter Welcomes Jeffrey Wolf as Shareholder in Scottsdale Office

Prominent full-service law firm Buchalter has announced the addition of Jeffrey Wolf as a shareholder in its Scottsdale, Arizona office,…

Winston and Strawn Moves to Dismiss Lawsuit Filed by “Anti-Woke” Bank Startup

Winston & Strawn LLP, one of the nation’s leading law firms, is pushing back against a $1.7 billion lawsuit filed…

Burr and Forman Expands D.C. Office with Holland and Knight Hire

Burr & Forman LLP continues its strategic growth in the nation’s capital with the addition of Kelsey Hayes, a seasoned…

2026 Lateral Attorney Moves: A Strategic Guide to Switching Firms

The guide underscores that the coming year will bring increased opportunity across multiple practice areas as law firms respond to…

Kirkland and Ellis Launches Communication Training After Client Complaints About Negotiation Style

In a notable turn for one of the world’s largest law firms, Kirkland & Ellis is introducing formal communication-training for…

Newly Merged McDermott Will and Schulte Launches Its Largest-Ever Partner Class

The legal industry is witnessing a powerful start to a new chapter as McDermott Will & Schulte, the recently merged…

Law Firm Mintz Levin, Faces Malpractice Allegation From Former Client in Voice-Tech Patent Dispute

In a complex legal confrontation that underscores the high stakes of intellectual property litigation, Boston-based law firm Mintz, Levin, Cohn,…

K and L Gates Welcomes Back Corporate Partner Josh Lane in Nashville

Global law firm K&L Gates LLP has announced the return of Josh Lane as a partner in its Corporate practice…

Judge Allows Malpractice Lawsuit Against Baker McKenzie to Move Forward

Global law firm Baker McKenzie is facing renewed legal scrutiny after an Illinois judge allowed a legal malpractice lawsuit to…

Big Law Giant Exits Japan: O’Melveny and Myers to Close Tokyo Office

In a strategic realignment of its global footprint, O’Melveny & Myers LLP, one of the United States’ most established BigLaw…