Discovering a competitor blatantly displaying your patented product, copyrighted brochure, trademarked logo, or even confidential technical drawings at a major trade show is infuriating — but it’s also one of the fastest ways to stop the infringement and sometimes turn the situation into a big financial win. Here’s exactly what experienced IP counsel do in … Read more
In a landmark move, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) secured a $1.4 million settlement from LeoPalace Guam Corporation for discriminating against American workers in favor of Japanese nationals. This action underscores the agency’s intensified pro-American enforcement under Chair Andrea Lucas, targeting national origin bias in hiring, pay, and job ads. Employers face stricter … Read more
Shannon Mastick, a partner at AmLaw 500 firm Marshall Gerstein, steps into the Jeopardy! spotlight on November 26, 2025, after a rigorous audition process. In a Law.com profile, she shares her trivia passion, blending IP law expertise with game show nerves. Discover her path from casual viewer to contestant, the thrill of the set, and … Read more
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed election law expert Jerry Goldfeder from Cozen O’Connor to his expansive 400-person transition team, focusing on legal affairs alongside Winston & Strawn’s Julissa Reynoso and Legal Aid Society’s Twyla Carter. This move blends Big Law expertise with public defense leaders as Mamdani prepares for January 1, 2026, … Read more
A federal judge ruled in favor of Meta on Nov. 18, 2025, dismissing the FTC’s 5-year antitrust push to break up Instagram and WhatsApp. Citing a transformed social media landscape dominated by TikTok and YouTube, the decision highlights how rapid innovation outpaced regulators. Implications for Big Tech enforcement and future appeals. Washington, D.C. – In … Read more
Kirkland & Ellis Leverages ‘Whole Institution’ Approach to Seamless Lateral Integration In the cutthroat arena of Big Law, where poaching top talent can make or break a firm’s dominance, Kirkland & Ellis stands out for its powerhouse strategy: treating lateral hires not as isolated additions, but as extensions of its vast institutional machinery. A new … Read more
Dive into 2025 legal industry trends by the numbers: 77% AI productivity boost, $1.03T global market, and rising flat fees for mid-sized firms. Backed by ABA, Clio, and Thomson Reuters data, this guide uncovers how tech investments, demand fluctuations, and diversity metrics are reshaping law practices for smarter growth and client satisfaction. Stay ahead with … Read more
5th Circuit Judge Ho Tops List of Most Prolific Writers of Dissents and Concurrences—Again A new study reveals Fifth Circuit Judge James Ho once more ranks as the top federal appeals judge under 55 for writing dissents and concurrences from 2023-2024, highlighting his influential, often controversial voice. Amid Supreme Court speculation, explore Ho’s textualist approach, … Read more
Strategic Tax Planning for High-Net-Worth Individuals in 2026: How to Keep More of What You’ve Built By Alexander Grant, CFP®, CPA – Wealth Management EditorNovember 20, 2025 With the top federal income tax bracket at 37 %, a 3.8 % Net Investment Income Tax, 20 % long-term capital gains for high earners, and potential sunsets … Read more
Fried Frank and McDermott Join Cravath in Matching Milbank’s $140K Scale By Jordan Hale, Legal Beat ReporterNovember 20, 2025 The annual Big Law compensation ritual is in full swing, with Fried Frank and McDermott Will & Emery becoming the latest elite firms to align their associate bonuses with the benchmark set by Milbank and Cravath. … Read more