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In a landmark win for consumer privacy, a federal judge in Illinois has greenlit a TCPA class action against The Federal Savings Bank for bombarding millions with unwanted robocalls, despite Do Not Call registrations. This bank robocall lawsuit, involving nearly 2.3 million class members, could unleash hefty damages up to $1.15 billion under the Telephone … Read more
In the high-stakes world of Big Law, where partnerships can feel like golden handcuffs, Natasha Harrison made headlines by breaking free. The Pallas Partners founder and former Boies Schiller powerhouse reveals in a fresh Legal Speak podcast what fueled her big professional leap—from leading a top London office to launching a boutique disruptor in 2022. … Read more
Firm Leaders: You Are the Sum of Your Parts – Harnessing Collective Data for Big Law’s Future As Big Law grapples with a shifting market in 2025, a powerful reminder emerges: firm leaders must recognize that you are the sum of your parts. Large law firms surged through 2024 on robust demand and rate hikes, … Read more
As Wall Street Law Firms Chase DC Expansion, Simpson Thacher Doubles Down on Corporate Roots In a capital city buzzing with political intrigue and regulatory shifts, Wall Street law firms are ramping up their DC expansion efforts to capture influence and talent. Yet, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, the venerable New York powerhouse, charts a different … Read more
In a bold escalation of the White House’s feud with the federal judiciary, President Donald Trump‘s Justice Department has filed to revive a controversial lawsuit against Maryland judges that targeted the entire U.S. District Court bench in the state. This aggressive move, aimed at dismantling a routine deportation pause, spotlights deepening Trump DOJ immigration battles … Read more
Paramount Global Taps Trump-Era Antitrust Chief as New CLO in Bold Post-Merger Move In a stunning development shaking up Hollywood’s power corridors, Paramount Global has hired Makan Delrahim, the former head of the DOJ’s antitrust division under the Trump administration, as its new Chief Legal Officer. This move, announced late Thursday, spotlights the intersection of … Read more
How I Made Law Firm Leadership: ‘Don’t Just Chase Titles, Chase What Inspires You,’ Says Nina Tickaradze of Hall Booth Smith In the cutthroat arena of Big Law, where billable hours often eclipse personal purpose, one rising star shares her blueprint for true fulfillment. Nina Tickaradze, the trailblazing partner at Hall Booth Smith who shattered … Read more
MoFo Reaches Settlement in Transgender Client Dispute – £25K Payout Ends Discrimination Lawsuit Amid DEI Backlash In an era where corporate DEI initiatives face fierce political headwinds, a top U.S. law firm quietly pays up to dodge a trans rights reckoning. Morrison & Foerster (MoFo) has settled a high-profile discrimination claim from a transgender client … Read more
Judge Certifies Investor Class Over CleanSpark’s Bitcoin Pivot – Securities Fraud Claims Advance Amid Crypto Boom When a clean energy darling dives headfirst into volatile crypto waters, shareholders often feel the splash. A federal judge’s recent ruling greenlights a class-action lawsuit against CleanSpark Inc., accusing the company of misleading investors during its high-stakes shift to … Read more
Bipartisan Warning: Ex-Bush, Obama Officials Urge Supreme Court to Block Trump’s Bid to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook By Sam MichaelSeptember 26, 2025 In a dramatic clash at the nation’s highest court, a powerhouse lineup of former economic titans from Republican and Democratic administrations is sounding the alarm: Don’t let President Donald Trump dismantle the … Read more