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Why lie? Max docuseries exams murderer who reportedly fibbed about killing a few more people
For many, the term “false confession” brings up visions of cops scaring people in custody to say they committed crimes when in fact they did not. But today I am writing about entirely different false confessions—where people contact law enforcement and confess,...
Think new BigLaw associates are all making $225K? Think again, new NALP report says
Home Daily News Think new BigLaw associates are all making… Lawyer Pay Think new BigLaw associates are all making $225K? Think again, new NALP report says By Debra Cassens Weiss May 29, 2025, 10:55 am CDT Despite reports of $225,000 starting salaries for BigLaw...
Lawyer at a Party: How to handle unwanted legal inquiries
“My lease says no pets allowed, but that’s only for like really big dogs—right?” You take a deep breath, look at your inquisitor and wonder anew why you left the comfort of your home for this cocktail party. At home, no one asks you legal questions. If...
Open-source intelligence and why it has become vital to modern legal operations
Ari Kaplan recently spoke with Rick Campbell, the executive chairman and CEO of @Group, and Matt Winlaw, the CEO and managing director of @ID, which is one of three divisions within @Group that also includes @Docs and @Soft. They discussed open-source...
BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help
Home Daily News BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump… Law Firms BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help By Debra Cassens Weiss May 28, 2025, 2:25 pm CDT Nine BigLaw firms defended their...
Supreme Court will consider whether federal courts can reduce sentences based on innocence claim
Home Daily News Supreme Court will consider whether federal… U.S. Supreme Court Supreme Court will consider whether federal courts can reduce sentences based on innocence claim By Debra Cassens Weiss May 28, 2025, 12:03 pm CDT The U.S. Supreme Court agreed...
Kim Kardashian completes legal studies—without attending law school
Home Daily News Kim Kardashian completes legal studies—without… Legal Education Kim Kardashian completes legal studies—without attending law school By Debra Cassens Weiss May 28, 2025, 8:53 am CDT Reality TV star Kim Kardashian speaks onstage during the 2020...
AI-hallucinated cases end up in more court filings, and Butler Snow issues apology for ‘inexcusable’ lapse
Home Daily News AI-hallucinated cases end up in more court… Law Firms AI-hallucinated cases end up in more court filings, and Butler Snow issues apology for 'inexcusable' lapse By Debra Cassens Weiss May 27, 2025, 2:37 pm CDT Butler Snow is asking a federal...
How to implement AI at your law firm
For the past few years, this column has focused primarily on generative artificial intelligence software. In each column, I offer an overview of a category of AI software, including what it does, how to choose the right tool for your firm, and available options...
Majority ‘favors the president over our precedent’ in order allowing firings of independent agency leaders, Kagan says
Home Daily News Majority 'favors the president over our precedent'… U.S. Supreme Court Majority 'favors the president over our precedent' in order allowing firings of independent agency leaders, Kagan says By Debra Cassens Weiss May 27, 2025, 9:57 am CDT The...
Cadwalader plans to do this to satisfy pro bono deal with Trump
Home Daily News Cadwalader plans to do this to satisfy pro… Law Firms Cadwalader plans to do this to satisfy pro bono deal with Trump By Debra Cassens Weiss May 22, 2025, 3:07 pm CDT Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plans to ask Brooklyn District Attorney Eric...
RICO billing conspiracy by law firms ‘hoodwinked’ courts, Ford alleges in suit seeking $300M
Home Daily News RICO billing conspiracy by law firms ‘hoodwinked’… Law Firms RICO billing conspiracy by law firms ‘hoodwinked’ courts, Ford alleges in suit seeking $300M By Debra Cassens Weiss May 22, 2025, 2:45 pm CDT A closeup of the Ford sign is seen outside...
2024 produced record number of ‘thermonuclear verdicts,’ report finds; what is impact of younger jurors?
Home Daily News 2024 produced record number of 'thermonuclear… Verdicts & Settlements 2024 produced record number of 'thermonuclear verdicts,' report finds; what is impact of younger jurors? By Debra Cassens Weiss May 22, 2025, 12:11 pm CDT A record number...
‘Pugnacious legal industry website’ is ‘rage read’ for lawyers opposing BigLaw deals with Trump
Home Daily News 'Pugnacious legal industry website' is 'rage… Law in Popular Culture 'Pugnacious legal industry website' is 'rage read' for lawyers opposing BigLaw deals with Trump By Debra Cassens Weiss May 22, 2025, 9:37 am CDT If you want to know how BigLaw...
Can judge order US to ask El Salvador for migrant’s release? 4th Circuit says yes, return can’t be done ‘telepathically’
Home Daily News Can judge order US to ask El Salvador for… Immigration Law Can judge order US to ask El Salvador for migrant's release? 4th Circuit says yes, return can't be done 'telepathically' By Debra Cassens Weiss May 21, 2025, 3:42 pm CDT Immigrants...
What today’s rainmakers do differently
Home The Modern Law Library What today's rainmakers do differently The Modern Law Library What today's rainmakers do differently By Lee Rawles May 21, 2025, 3:22 pm CDT Matthew Dixon, co-founder of DCM Insights, is a researcher who’s spent the bulk of his...
Judge orders US to maintain custody of migrants possibly sent to Africa, says US violated his order
Home Daily News Judge orders US to maintain custody of migrants… Immigration Law Judge orders US to maintain custody of migrants possibly sent to Africa, says US violated his order By Debra Cassens Weiss May 21, 2025, 11:11 am CDT A federal judge in Boston said...
Proposal to limit courts’ contempt power, part of spending bill, is ‘terrible idea,’ Chemerinsky says
Home Daily News Proposal to limit courts' contempt power,… Judiciary Proposal to limit courts' contempt power, part of spending bill, is 'terrible idea,' Chemerinsky says By Debra Cassens Weiss May 21, 2025, 9:27 am CDT A budget bill by the U.S. House of...
How will you celebrate Well-Being Week in Law?
Home Daily News How will you celebrate Well-Being Week in… Lawyer Wellness How will you celebrate Well-Being Week in Law? By Lee Rawles May 7, 2025, 4:30 pm CDT The first week of May is an opportunity for a highly stressed profession to take a step back and...
Judge rejects home confinement for ‘slots whisperer’ lawyer who spent nearly $9M in investor money
Home Daily News Judge rejects home confinement for 'slots… Criminal Justice Judge rejects home confinement for 'slots whisperer' lawyer who spent nearly $9M in investor money By Debra Cassens Weiss May 7, 2025, 3:30 pm CDT California lawyer Sara Jacqueline...
Lawyer charged with stealing beer, trying to bite officer
Home Daily News Lawyer charged with stealing beer, trying… Criminal Justice Lawyer charged with stealing beer, trying to bite officer By Debra Cassens Weiss May 7, 2025, 12:29 pm CDT A lawyer in Albany, New York, was accused Friday of violating an order of...
Likeness of man killed in road-rage incident gives impact statement at sentencing, thanks to AI
Home Daily News Likeness of man killed in road-rage incident… Artificial Intelligence & Robotics Likeness of man killed in road-rage incident gives impact statement at sentencing, thanks to AI By Debra Cassens Weiss May 7, 2025, 11:40 am CDT An AI-generated...
Rocky Patel’s Road: From small-firm lawyer to selling 30 million cigars per year
In 2022, Cigar Aficionado rated the Rocky Patel “Sixty” the No. 1 cigar in the free world. That’s a remarkable feat. The industry’s preeminent publication considers about 700 cigars for its annual survey, and its reviewers do not know the identity or any other...
BigLaw firms tell Democratic lawmakers they maintained independence in pro bono deals with Trump
Home Daily News BigLaw firms tell Democratic lawmakers they… Law Firms BigLaw firms tell Democratic lawmakers they maintained independence in pro bono deals with Trump By Debra Cassens Weiss May 7, 2025, 9:58 am CDT Two Democratic lawmakers aren’t satisfied...
