Christine Schiffner

Bureau Chief for the National Law Journal in Washington, D.C. Former newsroom manager for The Associated Press as well as for various international media organizations. Contact her at: [email protected] or follow her on Twitter: @CSchiffnerNLJ .

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January 18, 2023 | National Law Journal

Legal Industry Is Split on FTC's Proposed Ban on Non-Competes

The FTC's public comment period on its suggested non-compete ban has opened up a debate over free job selection and wage growth versus potential theft of innovative ideas and confidential information. Ultimately, the courts may decide.

By Christine Schiffner

5 minute read

January 17, 2023 | National Law Journal

Why This Section 230 Case?

The U.S. Supreme Court is taking on the Gonzalez v. Google case. Let's hope the current court keeps Justice Holmes's admonition in mind when considering any limits to Section 230 protections.

By Bruce Heiman

4 minute read

January 12, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law Partner Appointed Special Counsel in Biden Document Probe

Citing extraordinary circumstances, Garland said appointment of special counsel was necessary to ensure the DOJ's integrity in handling the investigation.

By Christine Schiffner | Avalon Zoppo

4 minute read

January 05, 2023 | National Law Journal

An Under-the-Radar Threat to the Attorney-Client Privilege

The attorney-client privilege should apply to any confidential communication with a lawyer where a purpose of the communication is to seek lawful legal advice.

By Rory K. Little

8 minute read

January 05, 2023 | National Law Journal

Gender Identity Freedom with California as Safe Haven v. Texas-Style Prosecution

California is viewed as a refuge for trans children. The Texas Supreme Court dismissed a pro se mandamus In Re Younger - how will the ruling impact gender affirming treatment options?

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

6 minute read

January 04, 2023 | National Law Journal

Eight Reasons Climate Lawsuits Should Be Rejected by Local Officials and Dismissed by the Courts

Evidence is plentiful that public officials should reject pleas to pursue these frivolous lawsuits. America's climate agenda should not be driven by outside special interests.

By Bill Schuette and Rusty Hills

7 minute read

January 04, 2023 | National Law Journal

Lawyers Gear Up for Boom in Semiconductor-Related Work Thanks to CHIPS Act

While the U.S. seeks to outpace China and others on semiconductor technology, Congress will be careful in how it doles out significant sums of money to the industry, leading to compliance and advisory work for many lawyers.

By Christine Schiffner

4 minute read

December 29, 2022 | National Law Journal

The Top 5 Headlines That Defined NLJ's Coverage in 2022

The U.S. Supreme Court document leak, the FBI raid on former President Donald Trump's residence and the fallout of the Jan. 6 riot were among the National Law Journal's most-read stories this year.

By Christine Schiffner

1 minute read

December 28, 2022 | National Law Journal

Leaders of the Plaintiffs Bar—NLJ's 2022 Profile Interviews in Review

A collection of our conversations with plaintiffs bar leaders in 2022.

By Christine Schiffner

1 minute read

December 27, 2022 | National Law Journal

From 'Forever Chemicals' to IP Reform and Puerto Rico—NLJ's Top 5 Plaintiffs Bar Features of 2022

The National Law Journal expanded its plaintiffs bar coverage in 2022, taking a closer look at litigation as well as business of law trends at plaintiffs firms across the U.S. Here are some of highlights.

By Christine Schiffner

1 minute read

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