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National Law Journal

Big Law Communications, Media Attorneys Brace for Changes Under Trump

“We’ve seen some rhetoric out of president-elect [Trump], Elon Musk, and chairman-designate Brendan Carr targeting the media. Around the edges, clients are asking questions about what that means and whether they should be concerned,” said Wiley's Kathleen Kirby.
4 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Democratic State AGs Revel in Role as Last Line of Defense Against Trump Agenda

“We should always be careful about the cases we bring, but we should also be fearless,” said Nick Brown, Washington state's incoming attorney general.
7 minute read

The American Lawyer

Rule of Law: Is Big Law Too Shortsighted?

This fundamental value is being tested, but lawyers don't often say much, writes The Global Lawyer.
6 minute read

New York Law Journal

The Empty Promise of ‘Dubin v. United States’

Congress enacted 18 U.S.C. §1028A to impose stricter penalties on aggravated identity theft, but its ambiguous language has allowed prosecutors to apply it broadly, often leading to disproportionate sentences for crimes not fitting the traditional understanding of identity theft. In their article, Andrew Mancilla and Robert Fantone discuss the Supreme Court’s decision in Dubin v. United States which aimed to curb this overreach.
9 minute read

International Edition

Weil US Partner Exits Raise Questions About Future Firm Leadership

Elizabeth Stotland Weiswasser and Ray Schrock, both among Weil’s top 10 rainmakers with significant books of business, were unwelcome departures, sources say. Weiswasser in particular was seen as a potential future leader of Weil.
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

Weil Partner Exits Raise Questions About Future Firm Leadership

Elizabeth Stotland Weiswasser and Ray Schrock, both among Weil’s top 10 rainmakers with significant books of business, were unwelcome departures, sources say. Weiswasser in particular was seen as a potential future leader of Weil.
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

Trump's SEC Overhaul: What It Means for Big Law Capital Markets, Crypto Work

"We are starting to see firms focus on capital markets associate hiring in anticipation of increased debt and equity offerings in a decreased SEC regulatory environment," said Lateral Link Managing Director Jesse Hyde.
7 minute read

The American Lawyer

Quinn Emanuel Has Thrived in China. Will Trump Help Boost Its Fortunes?

Tit-for-tat regulations between China and the U.S. have helped Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan. Will Trump’s leadership expedite its growth?
6 minute read

Pro Mid Market

For Midsize Law Firms, Curbing Boys-Club Culture Starts with Diversity at the Top

Cultivating diverse leadership is a long-term effort that requires investing in employees from the beginning of their employment — which, for many midsize firms, may be easier said than done.
5 minute read

Law.com

Will Trump Be a Boost to Quinn Emanuel's Fortunes in China?

Tit-for-tat regulations between China and the U.S. have helped Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan thrive in China. Will Trump’s leadership expedite its growth?
6 minute read

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