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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging Trump’s Targeting of Law Firms
Judge Nathaniel Gorton dismissed Larrabee v. Trump for lack of standing, impacting suits against alleged political targeting of law firms.
Grossman’s Husband Testifies on Family Wealth in $176M Hit-and-Run Trial
New testimony on Rebecca Grossman’s family wealth surfaces in $176M civil trial for fatal 2020 hit-and-run, influencing punitive damages phase.
Illinois Law Firm Tests New Models for Nonlawyer Investment
An Illinois law firm explores novel structures for nonlawyer financial participation amid HB 5487's recent regulatory changes, signaling shifts in law firm ownership.
Relativity Launches FOIA Tool; Filevine Debuts AI for Law Firms
Relativity’s FOIA tool and Filevine’s AI system launched in June 2026, enhancing legal workflows with AI automation and unified case management.
Federal Judge Orders Detention of Ex-CIA Officer in $40M Gold Fraud Case
Ex-CIA official David J. Rush detained for $40M gold fraud and fraudulently claiming military leave pay, highlighting compliance risks in national security cases.
Call for Congressional Probe into Judge's Fabricated Police Affair
A federal judge lied about a sexual relationship with a police officer, sparking calls for a congressional investigation into judicial ethics and accountability.
Polls Show Public Split on Supreme Court Expansion After June 2026 Rulings
Polls in 2025-2026 reveal divided American views on Supreme Court expansion amid key June 2026 rulings, affecting legal strategy and reform debates.
Texas Court Restricts Senior Life’s Duty to File Agent Appointments and Policy Records
A 2026 Texas ruling limits Senior Life Insurance's obligations to file agent appointments and policy records, reshaping insurer compliance and litigation risks.
Supreme Court Backs SEC’s Power to Seek Disgorgement in Fraud Cases
On June 4, 2026, the Supreme Court affirmed the SEC’s authority to impose disgorgement without proving direct investor losses, impacting enforcement and compliance.
Louisiana Appeals Court Affirms Murder Conviction Despite Children’s Testimony
Louisiana appeals court upheld a murder conviction despite minor children's incriminating testimony and vacated life sentence due to absent counsel at resentencing.
Hawaii Supreme Court to Rule on Use of Sobriety Test Refusals in DUI Cases
Hawaii Supreme Court will decide if refusal of roadside sobriety tests can imply DUI guilt, influencing legal strategies statewide and beyond.
Lawyers Share Strategies to Stay Relevant Amid AI Disruption
Explore how lawyers can adapt careers and develop skills to thrive as AI reshapes the legal profession.
Kirkland & Ellis, Palantir Unveil AI Platform for Private Equity Fundraising
Kirkland & Ellis and Palantir launch AI platform in April 2024 to streamline private equity fundraising workflows with AI and legal expertise.
Colorado Court Orders New Homicide Trials for Paramedics in McClain Case
Colorado court orders retrials for paramedics in Elijah McClain case, highlighting legal liability challenges for first responders in medical-legal deaths.
Trump’s June 2026 EO reclassifies 8,000 senior federal roles as ‘at will’
President Trump’s June 2026 executive order reclassifies 8,000 senior federal positions as ‘at will,’ affecting federal employment and legal protections.
Legatics Analyzes 6,200 Deals to Optimize Transaction Workflows
Legatics reveals that significant transactional work happens before and after signing, offering lawyers new efficiency insights.
BigLaw Equity Partner Pay Gap Widens with 40-to-1 Ratios
2025 data reveals growing pay disparities among BigLaw equity partners, with the highest PEP hitting $12.15M and average pay ratios at 12.3-to-1.
LA Jury Awards $176M to Families in Fatal Hit-and-Run Case
A Los Angeles jury awarded $176 million to the families of two brothers killed in 2020 hit-and-run by convicted socialite Rebecca Grossman.
Legal AI Costs Rise Despite Cheaper Tokens Due to High Usage
Legal AI adoption faces budget challenges as rising token consumption offsets falling token prices, impacting law firms and legal tech buyers in 2026.
Milbank Raises Salaries to $235K, McDermott Matches Promptly
Milbank raises associate salaries to $235,000–$455,000 effective July 2026, prompting quick match by McDermott Will & Emery in BigLaw pay battle.