Nate Robson

February 16, 2021 | National Law Journal

Before Congress could even return to the ransacked Capitol, legal scholars were already discussing whether the Senate could try and convict an impeached official who was no longer in office.

By Thomas Berry

5 minute read

February 12, 2021 | National Law Journal

Some lawyers said Friday's arguments went better for Trump's attorneys than opening statements, but they still missed key opportunities to make their case.

By Nate Robson | Jacqueline Thomsen

5 minute read

February 11, 2021 | National Law Journal

With the rise in remote work during the pandemic, the ABA issued a formal ethics opinion setting parameters around remote law practice.

By Sarah J. Newman

5 minute read

February 09, 2021 | National Law Journal

Most constitutional scholars agree that Section 3 of the 14th Amendment presents the best alternative to an impeachment conviction.

By Steven Salky

5 minute read

February 02, 2021 | National Law Journal

One magistrate judge in Georgia said a lawyer arrested over the riots "showed there was nothing that would hold you back except force." Another judge in Washington, D.C., said a rioter participated in "an attempt to overthrow the government because he didn't believe it was legitimate."

By Jacqueline Thomsen | Nate Robson

7 minute read

February 01, 2021 | National Law Journal

NLJ Executive Editor Nate Robson shares highlights of the NLJ's February magazine issue, including Biden's picks for key leaders along with setting new policy and enforcement agendas, and how Republican state AGs have been preparing for a Biden administration.

By Nate Robson

2 minute read

January 28, 2021 | National Law Journal

The new administration promises a return to subregulatory guidance and other rules issued outside the formal regulatory process.

By Donald F. McGahn II and Brett A. Shumate

6 minute read

January 27, 2021 | National Law Journal

Historically, Democrats have advocated for strengthening antitrust laws. But there are signs Republicans will also support reforms.

By Jennifer Fischell

6 minute read

January 21, 2021 | National Law Journal

The open records lawsuit ultimately forced the Trump administration to released detailed information about who received PPP loans.

By Nate Robson

3 minute read

January 13, 2021 | National Law Journal

The 25th Amendment won't happen, but Congress still has options.

By Stuart Gasner and Yena Lee

6 minute read