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Kenneth Wolfe Named OFCCP Director Amid Scrutiny Over DOL Faith Initiatives
Kenneth Wolfe is appointed Director of the Labor Department's OFCCP as lawsuits challenge recent religious activities, raising compliance questions for federal contractors.
EU Finalizes Turnberry Trade Deal, Slashing U.S. Tariffs
The EU finalized a compromise on the Turnberry trade deal, proposing sweeping tariff reductions with the U.S. Legal teams must prepare for compliance and safeguard provisions.
iManage Unveils New Features to Boost Legal Workflow Efficiency
iManage rolls out new features including secure collaboration, AI-powered contract analysis, and improved folder management to enhance legal knowledge management.
Harvey Unveils Command Center, Teams With DeepJudge for Legal AI
Harvey launches its Command Center and partners with DeepJudge to boost legal AI for knowledge management, aiming to streamline workflows for law firms and corporate legal teams.
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy Loses GOP Primary After Impeachment Vote
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy loses Louisiana GOP primary after voting to convict Trump in 2021, highlighting legal and political risks for lawmakers defying party lines.
Federal Courts Refine When Chapter 93A Applies Over Out-of-State Laws
Massachusetts courts clarify how contract law provisions impact Chapter 93A's reach, offering in-house counsel new guidance on consumer protection and contract risk.
States Expand Nonlawyer Legal Roles to Boost Access to Justice
About a dozen U.S. states now allow nonlawyers to provide limited legal help—reshaping legal service delivery and increasing options for unrepresented litigants.
Quinn Emanuel and Greenberg Glusker Lose Veteran Partners in May
Quinn Emanuel and Greenberg Glusker mourn the May 2026 deaths of influential senior partners Harry A. Olivar, Jr. and Arthur N. Greenberg, raising questions about firm leadership.
Eudia, OpenAI Team Up on AI Legal Tools for US Gov Agencies
Eudia and OpenAI will co-develop AI tools for legal and acquisition work in US government agencies, forging a major public-sector partnership to modernize workflows.
Alex Murdaugh Sues Ex-Clerk Over Jury Tampering in Murder Trial
Alex Murdaugh files a federal lawsuit against ex-Clerk Rebecca Hill, alleging jury tampering cost him $600,000 in defense expenses after his murder conviction was overturned.
Judge Orders $625K in Unauthorized Attorney Fees Returned to Michael Jackson Estate
A Los Angeles judge orders $625,000 in unauthorized attorney bonuses returned to Michael Jackson's estate, spotlighting fiduciary standards for executors.
Ontario Court Clarifies Partial Judgments, Compliance, and Insurance Risk
Ontario Court of Appeal's May 2026 civil rulings clarify limits on partial summary judgment, insurance liability, and court order compliance—essentials for Ontario litigators.
Legal Experts: Mid-Sized M&A Deals Pose Unique, Frustrating Hurdles
Legal experts reveal mid-sized M&A deals—$500K to $15M—often bring more complexity, valuation disputes, and integration headaches than larger transactions.
Law Firms Shift to Structured Business Development Plans for Revenue Growth
Law firms and lawyers are adopting detailed business development plans, abandoning ad hoc tactics to drive measurable revenue and advance careers amid tougher client demands.
Law Firms Rethink Associate Training as AI Upends Traditional Tasks
Law firms are overhauling associate assignments and training as AI speeds up routine tasks, creating new challenges for skills development and lawyer growth.
DOJ Sues D.C. Bar to Halt Discipline for Trump-Era Federal Lawyers
The DOJ filed a May 2026 lawsuit against D.C. Bar authorities to stop ethics proceedings against former Trump administration lawyers, escalating state-federal oversight disputes.
NetDocuments Debuts Legal Context Graph and Revamped Platform Interface
NetDocuments launches its Legal Context Graph and redesigned platform, introducing new data connectivity and user experience features for law firms and legal departments.
DLA Piper Faces Discrimination Suit Over Firing Palestinian Lawyer
DLA Piper is sued by Yasmeen Elagha, a Palestinian Muslim lawyer, who alleges discrimination and retaliation after her job offer was revoked due to her pro-Palestinian activism.
A&O Shearman Eyes Nonequity Partner Tier After BigLaw Shift
A&O Shearman is considering a nonequity partner tier, joining a growing number of elite law firms changing their partnership structure in 2024 and 2025.
CLOC: In-house teams grapple with AI usage gaps amid budget scrutiny
At CLOC 2026, legal ops leaders highlight tensions between AI investment and actual lawyer adoption, as in-house teams push to balance cost savings and technology ROI.