LawFuel Report: New Federal Loan Caps Could Reshape the Law School PipelineNew U.S. student loan caps may reshape who goes to law school—and where they go—by limiting federal loan access from July 2026. LawFuel.com breaks down what future lawyers need to know, including the key shift in Direct PLUS loans and how top law schools […]
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Divorce Funding Startup JustFund Expands Into NZ With Backing From Top Family Law FirmsA legal lifeline for the “missing middle” hits New Zealand shores as Australian legal finance startup JustFund launches in New Zealand, offering flexible funding for clients navigating divorce or separation — and it’s doing so with the support of several New Zealand
Achieving Real Benefits From Legal AIPhilip Goldberg, LawFuel contributorThe rise of legal AI has generated intense excitement among law firms and legal departments, promising faster, cheaper, and more accurate legal services. But as with many rapidly evolving technologies, distinguishing genuine value from mere hype isn’t easy.Lawyers face the challenging task of evaluating whether new AI
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The Law Firm Hiring SlowdownNorma Harris, LawFuel contributorFirms keep hiring lawyers, but they’ve hit the brakes lately. Why? There are just too many gears turning: low demand in some areas, rising costs, tech investments—and economic uncertainties.They’re no longer in full-throttle mode, waiting to see how the chips fall. Sometimes, it feels like law firm hiring
FDA’s Use of Generative AI in Submission ReviewsOn May 8, 2025, the FDA Commissioner announced the use of AI in the submission review process across the agency’s centers. According to the FDA’s statement, the agency successfully completed a generative AI pilot program for scientific reviewers that went so well, they are rapidly implementing the technology
The Douglas Edelman CaseDouglas Edelman’s journey from running a bar in Kyrgyzstan to becoming the center of one of America’s largest tax evasion prosecutions reads like a thriller novel, except the consequences are very real. The 73-year-old California-born businessman pleaded guilty on May 21 in a Washington courtroom to conspiracy and making false statements to
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The legal heat is intensifying around Google’s business practices, with Australian law firm Maurice Blackburn positioning itself at the forefront of what could become a major class action against the search engine behemoth. Regulators worldwide are increasingly scrutinizing Big Tech’s market dominance and allegedly anticompetitive behaviors.Australian Competition LandscapeThe Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has
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Law firm marketing has changed with new Google changes, creating a new AI factor in how lawyers should market their firms.
Law firms need to structure content for AI Overviews, focusing on long-tail, multi-intent search terms, semantic markup, and topical authority.
Success now requires clear, human-sounding content supported by schema, multimedia, and a recognizable brand presence across multiple platforms.
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How Lawyers Can Create a Profitable Virtual Law Firm and A Lifestyle In a legal world where billable hours often translate to burnout, Laura Cowan, Esq., CPA, has flipped the script with a refreshing approach that’s making waves across a profession that is increasingly focused on the elusive ‘work life balance’ holy grail.Laura Cowan didn’t
The Ultimate Lincoln Lawyer Episode Guide: Complete Series RecapsSeason 1: The Brass Verdict CaseSeason 1: The Trevor Elliott Murder TrialSeason 1 of the Lincoln Lawyer follows defense attorney Mickey Haller as he inherits a high-profile murder case and rebuilds his life and practice after overcoming addiction.Episode 1: “He Rides Again”Mickey Haller, an LA defense attorney
