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The Big Law Firm To Handle Donald Trump’s Hush Money Conviction

Headlining, Law Firms / February 10, 2025

President Donald Trump has enlisted Manhattan’s prestigious Sullivan & Cromwell to lead the appeal of his criminal conviction in the New York hush money case, marking a strategic shift in his legal defense. The firm’s co-chair, Robert Giuffra—a former Supreme Court clerk and one-time Trump attorney general contender—will spearhead the effort alongside four other former

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Reed Smith’s Aggressive Atlanta Expansion

Big Law, Law Firms, Press Releases / February 10, 2025

Reed Smith is set to open a new office in the Georgia capital, bringing on board a whopping 37 lawyers from two prominent firms. Reed Smith’s expansion strategy is to include 33 lawyers from Morris, Manning & Martin and four from Greenberg Traurig. The professionals will include 15 partners, 20 associates, and two counsels, all bringing

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75 Percent of law firms predict write-offs to increase in 2025, BigHand’s research confirms

LegalTech, Press Releases / February 10, 2025

Law firms are entering the dreaded “doom loop” as rising rates and growing discounts fuel unsustainable billing practices. BigHand has released its 2025 Annual Law Firm Finance Report, offering insights into the evolving financial landscape of the legal industry from cash recovery strategies, changing client behaviors, and emphasis on business development and commercial awareness among lawyers.

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ChatGPT Blunder Hits America’s Largest Injury Firm

Law Firms, Lawyers / February 8, 2025

AI Citation Failures Reach Big Law: Injury Firm Attorneys Face Sanctions Over Fake Cases The legal profession’s ChatGPT reckoning has escalated beyond small-firm missteps. In a striking example of how AI can lead lawyers into a whole lot of mess, attorneys at Morgan & Morgan—the nation’s largest injury law firm with over 1,000 lawyers—now face

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Dinsmore Deepens its Florida Roots in Merger with Shankman Leone

Law Firms, Press Releases, US Law / February 7, 2025

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is excited to build on recent expansion momentum in Florida by merging with Shankman Leone, a boutique law firm in Tampa. Effective February 1, the merger adds a 10-attorney team with expertise in labor and employment, franchise and distribution, construction and commercial litigation. This new endeavor is fueled by the rapid

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White & Case Continues M&A Expansion in New York with the Addition of Four New Partners

Press Releases / February 7, 2025

Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice with the addition of four new partners in New York. The group is led by Richard Brand, a recognized market leader in advising clients on complex strategic matters, governance and shareholder engagement as well as public and private M&A,

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6 Qualities to Look For When Hiring a Criminal Defence Lawyer

Australia Law News, Criminal Law, Press Releases / February 7, 2025

When you’ve been accused of a crime, it can be an overwhelming situation, and for a fighting chance at getting the best possible outcome, you need to lawyer up. Criminal defence lawyers are typically portrayed as the attornies who represent criminals but also innocent people who have been wrongfully accused. This is not something to

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HSF-Kramer Levin Merger Vote Looms as U.S. Losses Hit $11M Over Two Years

Big Law, Headlining / February 7, 2025

Is a $2 Billion Megafirm at Stake? As Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF) and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel prepare for a pivotal partner vote this month on their transatlantic merger, newly filed accounts reveal HSF’s U.S. operations posted a combined $11.2 million loss over 2023-2024. But with the creation of a $2B revenue legal titan

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Gibson Dunn Pro Bono Frank Wheat Memorial Winners

Press Releases / February 7, 2025

Gibson Dunn Pro Bono Winners Gibson Dunn’s Pro Bono Committee is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 Frank Wheat Memorial Awards. By harnessing their impressive legal skills, our winners were able to change their clients’ lives and make a positive impact on our global community. The stories of their accomplishments reflect the best

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How Cryptocurrency and NFTs Are Complicating High Net Worth Divorces in Florida

Divorce & Family Law, Power Briefs, Press Releases / February 7, 2025

Cryptocurrency + Divorce Source: RTRLaw.com In recent years, the advent of cryptocurrencies and NFTs has introduced new challenges in Florida’s high net worth divorces. These digital assets, often held in decentralized and anonymous networks, are not just a matter of financial value but also involve intricate asset division strategies. The presence of cryptocurrencies and NFTs

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