Jamie Levitt, Managing Partner of the firm’s New York office and Chair of the Morrison Foerster Foundation, will be honored at the first annual Lawyers for Children (LFC) Pro Bono Awards Breakfast to celebrate her efforts in representing and advocating for vulnerable children in family court proceedings to protect their legal rights and interests. Jamie
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George Gascón’s selective compassion: Ignoring crime victims’ rights to protect his narrative Crime victims have an unassailable right to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion. Yet, George Gascón has shown a consistent and blatant disregard for this Constitutional right since taking office. He selectively engages with victims who support his policies, dismissing those who
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When a child is injured in an accident, the emotional toll on families can be overwhelming. Children are often the most vulnerable members of society, and their injuries, whether physical, emotional, or psychological, can have long-lasting consequences. Navigating the legal process to ensure fair compensation for a child’s injuries can be complex and daunting. It
Accidents can dramatically change lives in an instant, especially when they result in permanent disabilities. The transition from recovery to living with a long-term or lifelong condition is a process filled with emotional, financial, and physical challenges. In such circumstances, understanding your legal rights and securing adequate compensation is crucial. This is where the expertise
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Growth-by-merger is not new in the legal business, and it is also part of the plan for Shoosmiths who are intent on becoming a larger legal force in the UK and elsewhere by looking at merger, according to the firm’s strategic plan for 2030. Shoosmiths have previously grown organically with selective lateral hires, but they
Source Navigating long-term disability insurance claims can be daunting. Many people invest in this coverage to protect themselves in case of unforeseen medical conditions that prevent them from working. However, obtaining benefits or appealing a claim denial can be challenging, leading to frustrations and setbacks. Understanding the nuances of the process is vital for avoiding
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This year’s awardees of MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ -Ngā Karahipi Whakaeke – Awards Programme have been announced. Congratulations to Stacia Haitana from Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington and Bobby-Rae Walker from Waipapa Taumata Rau – University of Auckland who have been awarded financial assistance of $5,000 as well as mentoring and CV support from top New Zealand
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Former Reserve Bank Governor and Opposition Leader Don Brash has filed a defamation claims against Matthew Hooton after attempts to resolve the matter proved unsuccessful. >> Latest Law Jobs on LawFuel’s Network Brash, represented by Stephen Franks, has retained defamation lawyers Peter McKnight (pictured) and Ali Romanos as counsel and follows Files Defamation Claim Against
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What Senior Lawyers Are Concerned About A new report from The New Zealand Initiative has taken aim at the Supreme Court, warning of a looming constitutional crisis in New Zealand, as the Supreme Court increasingly oversteps its bounds, threatening the balance of power between the courts and Parliament. >> Best law jobs here on LawFuel
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Skadden have recruited highly experienced commercial arbitration lawyer Friven Yeoh, formerly of Sidley Austin to head their international litigation and arbitration group in Asia, working between the firm’s Hong Kong and Singapore office. The firm’s announcement is below – Skadden is pleased to welcome Friven Yeoh to the firm as a partner and leader of the firm’s
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