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October 04, 2024 | Law.com

Cravath's Len Teti on the Human Side of Tax Law

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Cravath, Swaine & Moore tax partner Len Teti discusses the firm's only podcast, "On Tax", which he hosts. Teti has now been doing the show for eight 'seasons', and the podcast has been a hit. Here, Teti explains its genesis, why he does it on top of his practice and why he feels it is an effective recruiting tool for the firm.
2 minute read
October 04, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Big Companies, From Amazon to Ford, Call for Litigation Funding Transparency

The funding industry itself scoffs, saying what the companies really are trying to do is tilt litigation in their favor.
3 minute read
October 04, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Tales From the Trenches: What Outside Counsel Do That GCs Find Inexcusable

"I had this one outside counsel where every time I'd ask him to weigh in, he'd be like, 'That's a business issue,'" said Michele Kloeppel, a partner at Thompson Coburn who formerly was corporate counsel at Panera.
8 minute read
October 04, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

DOJ's Visa Antitrust Suit Hands Class Action Lawyers New Line of Attack Against Payments Giant

The same day the Department of Justice sued Visa, the company set aside another $1.5 billion for its U.S. litigation escrow fund.
3 minute read
October 04, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Streamlining Privilege Logging in the AI Era: Navigating Ethics and Complexities in Modern Litigation

This article addresses the strategies to mitigate burdens, navigate complexities, and leverage AI responsibly in the evolving landscape of privilege logging.
6 minute read
October 03, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

After Guiding Illumina Through Harrowing Merger Fight, GC Charles Dadswell to Depart

"I've watched and been a part of Illumina growing from a startup to one of the most important and innovative companies in the world, and I'm proud to have been a part of that journey," Dadswell said in a statement.
3 minute read
October 03, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

Why Seemingly Simple Off-Channel Communication Rules Still Vex Finance Industry

One challenge is determining when an invitation for lunch is considered "business communication."
5 minute read
October 03, 2024 | National Law Journal

'Stock Car Monopoly'?: Winston Lawsuit Alleges NASCAR Anticompetitive Scheme

NASCAR requires stock car race teams to sign "one-sided contracts" preventing them from competing elsewhere in violation of the Sherman Act, according to the complaint submitted by Winston partner Danielle T. Williams on behalf of two race teams.
3 minute read
October 03, 2024 | Corporate Counsel

GC Jumps Aboard Red Roof as It Upgrades Brand, Ramps Up Growth Ambitions

"We will elevate this brand, this company and our business. We will do that with a better and more consistent experience for our guests," Red Roof President Zack Gharib said.
2 minute read
October 03, 2024 | Law.com

Legal Speak at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024: Earamichia Brown

Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago.
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