Andrew Goudsward

Andrew Goudsward is a reporter based in Washington covering the Justice Department and regulatory affairs. Contact him at [email protected] and follow him on Twitter @agoudsward.

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September 10, 2021 | National Law Journal

'Lawyers Are Allowed to Have a Conscience': Day Pitney's Subpoenas in Sandy Hook Lawsuit Test Ethical Boundaries, Experts Say

Day Pitney attorneys representing the gun manufacturer Remington Arms sought report cards and disciplinary records on school children killed in the Sandy Hook massacre, subpoenas that legal experts said appeared to have little relevance to the case.

By Andrew Goudsward

5 minute read

September 09, 2021 | National Law Journal

DOJ Challenges Texas Abortion Law as 'Statutory Scheme' To Thwart Judicial Review

Ahead of the DOJ's expected announcement of a lawsuit against Texas, legal experts said the Justice Department has options to challenge the state's abortion law, but the path forward would be complicated.

By Andrew Goudsward

7 minute read

September 08, 2021 | National Law Journal

John Pierce, Returning to Court Following Hospitalization, Says He's Ready to Continue in Jan. 6 Cases

John Pierce appeared in court Wednesday for the first time in more than two weeks following a reported bout with COVID-19.

By Andrew Goudsward

4 minute read

September 03, 2021 | National Law Journal

John Pierce Ousted by First Capitol Riot Defendant Amid Reported COVID-19 Hospitalization

Defendant Deborah Lee told a judge that she wanted to bring back the public defender initially appointed to represent her.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

September 02, 2021 | National Law Journal

'We're in a Difficult Position Here': John Pierce's Illness Leaves Judge Wrestling With How to Proceed in Jan. 6 Case

U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta appointed a public defender for Jan. 6 defendant Peter Schwartz to help evaluate whether Pierce should remain as his defense attorney.

By Andrew Goudsward

5 minute read

September 01, 2021 | National Law Journal

'Giant Killer:' How DOJ's Antitrust Pick Became One of Silicon Valley's Biggest Legal Antagonists

Jonathan Kanter, a Paul Weiss alum, became a favorite among progressives for his frequent clashes with Big Tech.

By Andrew Goudsward | Bruce Love

15 minute read

September 01, 2021 | Law.com

Compliance Hot Spots: Afghanistan Chaos Creates Sanctions Worries + $20M Disclosure for DOJ Nominee + Big Law Lines Up Behind SPACs

For banks and other financial institutions, the Afghan government's rapid collapse has raised a series of compliance issues.

By Andrew Goudsward

9 minute read

August 30, 2021 | National Law Journal

Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration Over Transgender Guidance for Schools & Workplaces

The lawsuit alleges the administration's protections for transgender students and workers exceed what is allowed under federal law and Supreme Court precedent.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

August 30, 2021 | National Law Journal

Capitol Riot Cases at a 'Standstill' as John Pierce Goes MIA, and DOJ Refuses to Work With His Unlicensed Associate

The DOJ said the unlicensed Pierce Bainbridge associate has given conflicting reasons for John Pierce's absence.

By Andrew Goudsward

5 minute read

August 26, 2021 | National Law Journal

Capitol Police Officers Claim Trump, Far-Right Groups Incited Jan. 6 Capitol Riot

Seven Capitol police filed a lawsuit accusing Donald Trump, his allies and Capitol riot defendants of acting together to disrupt Congress and assault officers.

By Andrew Goudsward

3 minute read

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