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Gibson Dunn has promoted 42 lawyers to partner, the largest class in its history, reflecting its global growth and expanding client demand across various markets and practices, with a significant increase in international and London-based partners.
Abrams Fensterman, a prominent law firm with political ties and representing many nursing homes, is under investigation by the New York Attorney General's office for records related to debt-collection lawsuits, with the firm denying any wrongdoing and contesting a subpoena, as the AG broadens its scrutiny of the nursing home industry.
A federal judge has struck down President Trump's executive order targeting the law firm WilmerHale, ruling it unconstitutional and emphasizing the importance of judicial independence and free speech, marking a setback for Trump's efforts to penalize firms associated with critics like Robert Mueller.
Former Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz is in discussions to join the law firm Morgan & Morgan, led by Democratic megadonor John Morgan. This potential role would be in addition to Gaetz's new position as a prime-time host on One America News Network. Gaetz, who recently withdrew from consideration for Donald Trump's attorney general and resigned from the House amid allegations, has been praised by Morgan for his political stances on issues like marijuana legalization. The details of Gaetz's role at the firm are still being negotiated.
The Goodman Acker law firm in Southfield, Michigan, was vandalized early on June 3, 2024, in what partners Barry Goodman and Jordan Acker describe as an antisemitic attack. Surveillance footage shows four individuals committing the act, and police are collaborating with the FBI and other local authorities to investigate. The law firm condemns the vandalism as a crime intended to intimidate and spread fear among the Jewish community.
A case manager at a law firm is frustrated by detailed questions from a receptionist at another firm and seeks advice from Miss Manners on how to politely avoid answering them. Miss Manners suggests saying, "She’ll know what it is about," assuming the receptionist is following instructions.
A shooting at a Summerlin law firm resulted in the deaths of two victims, identified as Dennis Prince and Ashley Prince, and the suspect, identified as Joe Houston, who shot himself after allegedly shooting the victims during a child custody deposition. The victims were described as "very specific targets" by the police, and the suspect reportedly shooed other people away before the shooting. The incident occurred during the ongoing custody battle between the suspect's son and his former daughter-in-law.
Peter Angelos, the longtime owner of the Baltimore Orioles and successful proprietor of a law firm, has passed away at the age of 94. Known for his stewardship of the Orioles and high-profile legal cases, Angelos leaves behind a legacy that includes leading the Orioles to postseason success, securing a $4.5 billion settlement against tobacco giant Philip Morris, and resisting the use of replacement players during a union strike. His impact extended beyond baseball, as he also had a political career and involvement in the horse racing industry.
Peter Angelos, the longtime owner of the Baltimore Orioles and successful lawyer, has passed away at the age of 94. Angelos, who led a group of investors to purchase the Orioles in 1993, was known for his hands-on approach to running the team and for his shrewd legal career, which included securing a $4.5 billion settlement against tobacco giant Philip Morris. Despite the team's lack of World Series wins during his ownership, Angelos left a lasting impact on the Orioles and the city of Baltimore.
A New York City-based law firm, Cuddy Law, used ChatGPT to calculate lawyers' fees at an "excessive" $600 per hour for a case involving special needs education. However, a federal district judge rebuked the firm for relying on the AI tool, citing its lack of reliability and the potential for fabricated information. The judge ultimately cut the firm's requested fees in half, to $53,050, and advised against using ChatGPT in future fee applications. This incident highlights the challenges and risks associated with using generative AI tools in the legal space.
Donald Trump is seeking a new law firm after being ordered to pay $83.3m for defamation to writer E Jean Carroll. Trump criticized the judge and his former attorney, Alina Habba, and is now interviewing various law firms for representation in an appeal. The defamation trial stemmed from Carroll's accusation of rape in her 2019 memoir, which Trump vehemently denied. The judge ruled in favor of Carroll, leading to the hefty damages.
Law firm Irell is giving out impressive bonuses to its associates, ranging from $45,000 to $175,000, surpassing the industry average. The firm's total bonuses across associate classes average more than twice the market bonuses being paid by most other high-end firms. This puts Irell ahead of the market on total compensation, even at firms that have raised base compensation. However, bonuses are tied to meeting billable hour requirements, so associates who have an unusually slow year may not stay ahead of the market if the firm passes on raises.
A law firm, Edelson PC, has announced that it will cease on-campus recruiting at Harvard Law School due to the university president's recent congressional testimony on antisemitism. The firm's founder, Jay Edelson, expressed dissatisfaction with how Harvard and its president, Claudine Gay, handled the aftermath of her testimony. Edelson called for a "sea change" on campus before the firm would consider returning to on-campus recruiting. The decision comes after several Wall Street law firms warned universities about hiring students engaging in antisemitism.
Steptoe & Johnson, a Biglaw firm, is undergoing a rebranding and will now use the Steptoe nickname as its formal, registered legal name, losing the naming rights of Colonel Louis Johnson, the former Secretary of Defense. The firm had split into two separate entities in 1980, with the West Virginia-based firm retaining the Steptoe & Johnson name.
Shearman & Sterling, which is set to merge with Allen & Overy next year, has announced associate raises effective January 1. The new salary scale will match the top of Biglaw, with annual salaries ranging from $225,000 for the Class of 2023 to $435,000 for the Class of 2016+. Bonuses will also be provided, ranging from $15,000 to $115,000, with the possibility of enhanced bonuses for exceptional performance. The merger will create A&O Shearman, the third largest law firm in the world.