Nate Robson

Nate Robson is the U.S. Supreme Court and regulatory editor. Contact him at [email protected]. On Twitter: @Nate_Robson1.

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January 11, 2021 | National Law Journal

Deadline Extended for Elite Trial Lawyers 2021

In 2021, the Elite Trial Lawyers awards ceremony will be held in July. The deadline for submissions is March 26, 2021.

By ALM staff

4 minute read

January 04, 2021 | National Law Journal

No, George Papadopoulos Did Not Deserve a Pardon

Editor's note: This is a response to Caroline Johnston Polisi's piece submitted last month laying out why she asked for a pardon for her client,…

By Randall D. Eliason

5 minute read

January 03, 2021 | National Law Journal

January Editor's Note: The Year Ahead

NLJ Executive Editor Nate Robson shares highlights of the NLJ's January magazine issue, including taking a look at outgoing Attorney General William Barr's legacy.

By Nate Robson

2 minute read

December 29, 2020 | National Law Journal

SCOTUS' Mazars Ruling Leaves Many Legal Questions Unanswered

The ruling involving Donald Trump's financial records marked the first time in decades that the justices substantially weighed in on congressional investigations.

By Ronak D. Desai

5 minute read

December 29, 2020 | National Law Journal

George Papadopoulos Deserved His Pardon. Here's Why

Ask any seasoned criminal defense attorney, and they will tell you that defendants plead guilty every day to crimes they didn't commit.

By Caroline Johnston Polisi

6 minute read

December 28, 2020 | National Law Journal

Convicted Felons Are Still Denied the Right to Vote. Here's What Lawyers Can Do About It.

Even when incarcerated individuals obtain the right to vote, they still face obstacles.

By Amanda McGinn and Zara Shore

6 minute read

December 23, 2020 | National Law Journal

Meet the Man Who Out-Lawyered Rudy Giuliani

Mark Aronchick discusses how he prepared for a high-profile election case that included a surprise appearance by Donald Trump's personal lawyer.

By Nate Robson | Jacqueline Thomsen

7 minute read

December 01, 2020 | National Law Journal

Judge's Unsealed Ruling Reveals Alleged Bribery Scheme Involving Pardon

The judge sidestepped the crime-fraud exception to attorney-client privilege in clearing the way for federal investigators to read several emails seized during their investigation.

By Nate Robson

2 minute read

November 17, 2020 | National Law Journal

'Embarrassing Conduct': Judge Scolds DOJ While Rejecting Arnold & Porter's $205K Legal Award in Trump Case

Judge Richard Leon said the government had little reason to challenge the $200,000 award after being caught in a lie in a pro bono case fighting the Trump administration.

By Nate Robson

3 minute read

November 16, 2020 | National Law Journal

Now Is the Time for Bar Associations to Come to the Aid of Their Country

Our country is at particular peril if its lawyers fail to recognize their unique role in protecting democracy.

By Lauren Stiller Rikleen

5 minute read

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