How the Deal Got Done: Sidley Austin and Moving Mountains

The article “How the Deal Got Done: Sidley Austin and Moving Mountains,” published on Law.com on August 12, 2025, details Sidley Austin’s pivotal role in a complex, high-stakes transaction. While the specific deal isn’t explicitly named in the provided search results, the title suggests a significant corporate or legal matter where Sidley Austin, a global … Read more

Judge Says Alina Habba Holds U.S. Attorney Post Illegally

Judge Says Alina Habba Holds U.S. Attorney Post Illegally Washington, D.C. – August 22, 2025 – A federal judge has ruled that Alina Habba, recently appointed U.S. Attorney, is holding her position illegally due to procedural violations in her appointment process. The decision, issued by U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper, stems from a challenge brought … Read more

How I Made Partner: 'Work on Building Relationships and Bridges,' Says Ravi Fernando of Alston & Bird

How I Made Partner: ‘Work on Building Relationships and Bridges,’ Says Ravi Fernando of Alston & Bird In the competitive world of law, making partner at a top-tier firm like Alston & Bird is a monumental achievement. For J. Ravindra (Ravi) Fernando, a partner in the Intellectual Property Litigation Group, the journey to partnership was … Read more

How I Made Partner: 'Be Responsive, Hardworking and Willing to Advance Client Issues,' Says Austin Harrison of Squire Patton Boggs

How I Made Partner: ‘Be Responsive, Hardworking and Willing to Advance Client Issues,’ Says Austin Harrison of Squire Patton Boggs In the competitive world of Big Law, making partner requires more than just legal acumen—it’s about building trust, seizing opportunities, and navigating the intersection of policy and practice. Austin Harrison, a newly promoted partner in … Read more

NYU Hires Its Former Law School Dean for Newly Created Chief Legal Officer Role

NYU Hires Former Law School Dean Trevor Morrison for Newly Created Chief Legal Officer Role New York University (NYU) has appointed Trevor Morrison, the dean emeritus of its prestigious School of Law, as the university’s inaugural Chief Legal Officer and Senior Presidential Advisor for Institutional Policy. This strategic move, announced by NYU President Andrew Hamilton, … Read more

Dollar Tree CLO Who Helped Company Close Book on Disastrous Family Dollar Acquisition Exiting

Dollar Tree Chief Legal Officer Exits After Key Role in Family Dollar Divestiture Chesapeake, Va., August 2, 2025 – Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) has announced a significant transition in its legal leadership, with Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary Jonathan B. Leiken stepping down to pursue another career opportunity. Leiken, who played a pivotal … Read more

Lawyers Are Weighing Suits Over Driverless Cars—But There's a Catch

Lawyers Eye Lawsuits Over Driverless Cars, But Complex Liability Issues Pose Challenges SAN FRANCISCO, CA – August 5, 2025 – As autonomous vehicles (AVs) like Waymo’s robotaxis and Tesla’s Autopilot-equipped cars become more common on U.S. roads, lawyers are gearing up for a wave of lawsuits stemming from accidents involving driverless technology. However, a significant … Read more