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Former GMU Law Professor Files $108M Lawsuit Against Women Accusing Him of Sexual Misconduct

Former George Mason University law professor Joshua D. Wright's complaint refers to the defendants as "scorned, former lovers" who "have embarked on a vendetta to destroy his reputation, portray themselves as #metoo victims, and make a fortune in the process."
6 minute read

National Law Journal

Fights Over ESG Investment Reach the Courts, With States Battling Banks

"Certainly, with the AGs raising the issue at a louder level, it has led many companies and rating agencies to reconsider the use of ESG metrics," said Cozen O'Connor member Jerry Kilgore.
8 minute read

National Law Journal

Taking Cue From Justice Thomas, Defendant Calls Private FCA Suits Unconstitutional

Justice Clarence Thomas, in a June dissent, provided the framework for a constitutional challenge to the False Claims Act.
7 minute read

The American Lawyer

'They Didn't Blow Up the World': Big Law Reacts to New SEC Fund Rules

The new rules for PE firms and hedge funds will likely create more work for regulatory partners, as well as increase demand for recent public sector lawyers with regulatory agency experience.
4 minute read

National Law Journal

Big Law Demand for Regulatory Partners Stays Strong, With Steptoe, K&S, Husch Adding Talent

"The IRA was like gasoline on a fire," said new Steptoe partner Chris Zentz, referring to the Inflation Reduction Act's effect on renewable energy projects.
3 minute read

National Law Journal

Free-Speech Challenge to Securities Regulation Reaches Supreme Court

Hedge fund manager found to have violated SEC rule argues criticism of biotech company was constitutionally protected.
6 minute read

Daily Report Online

Trump Changes Lawyers in Georgia, As More Defense Attorneys Enter Election Interference Case

Steven Sadow is replacing Drew Findling on Trump's Georgia legal team.
6 minute read

National Law Journal

SEC Adopts New Rules for Private Fund Advisers, Drops Strict Provisions

"By enhancing advisers' transparency and integrity, we will help promote greater competition and thereby efficiency," SEC Chair Gary Gensler said.
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

Law Firm Leasing Activity Rebounds to Highest Post-Pandemic Point

U.S. leasing activity in the first half of 2023 was the highest it's been since the pandemic, as more firms push for a return to the office.
4 minute read

National Law Journal

Ex-Attorney at Gibson Dunn Charged With Insider Trading

Romero Cabral Da Costa Neto was a visiting attorney at Gibson Dunn. A firm spokesperson said they are cooperating with authorities on the matter.
3 minute read

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