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October 23, 2024 | The American Lawyer

When It Comes to Law Firm Mergers, Are Firm Leaders Getting FOMO?

"If the good ones are pairing up, you don't want to be the ones [left]," noted one industry observer.
5 minute read
October 22, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Burn Victim's Lawsuit Unveils Fire Pit Dangers as CPSC Issues Recall on 90,000 Units

"If you believe a product is unreasonably dangerous and that's apparent and obvious to you, you should file the case and don't wait," said Stuart Ratzan of Ratzan Weissman & Boldt.
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October 22, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Purchaser Representative in Truth Social Deal Seeks Trump Media Records

Morrison & Foerster filed the complaint on Monday in the New York Supreme Court's commercial division on behalf of purchaser representative in the deal that closed in March.
3 minute read
October 22, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Miami State Court Disqualified Attorney, Co-Counsel Over Conflict of Interest

"There really was no other possible outcome and I assume that is why neither Zarraluqui nor Martinez-Cid put up much of a fight," said Bob Jarvis, a law professor at Nova Southeastern University College of Law, who is not involved in the case.
3 minute read
October 22, 2024 | Daily Business Review

U.S. Bankruptcy Chief Judge Emeritus A. Jay Cristol Dies at 95

"Although each case might be one of hundreds or more on your calendar that week, for many individuals, this is one of the most important days in their lives," a former colleague on the bench recalled in an exchange with the late-judge.
5 minute read
October 22, 2024 | The American Lawyer

At Least a $5M Book of Business: Partner Expectations Tighten

More top law firms have initiated earnings expectations for their equity partners, such as at least $5 million to $7 million in business each year.
5 minute read
October 21, 2024 | Texas Lawyer

Skadden's Big China Cuts and What They Mean for the Market

Skadden has joined a long list of law firms that have made cuts in China. But with so many lawyers already on the market, where will they all find new homes?
5 minute read
October 21, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Top Governor's Office Executives Drafted Letters Threatening Florida TV Stations Over Abortion Ads

"I received drafts of letters directly from Sam Elliott, Assistant General Counsel for the Executive Office of the Governor," the affidavit read.
3 minute read
October 21, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Climbing Over That Wall: Confronting the Challenge of Trial Court Discretion

It may seem like a trial court judge's ruling on an issue on which the judge has discretion means the absolute end of the inquiry. But while trial court discretion certainly presents a hurdle to a party seeking to challenge the decision on appeal, it is not always insurmountable.
6 minute read
October 21, 2024 | Law.com

Judicial Face-Off: Navigating the Ethical and Efficient Use of AI in Legal Practice [CLE Pending]

Join the webcast and learn how to harness the potential of AI in your legal practice while ensuring that you remain compliant and protect your clients' confidentiality.
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