>> Law jobs on the LawFuel Network Here Buddle Findlay is delighted to announce the appointment of two senior associates. Gemma Smith, who joins our Auckland IP team, and Gemma Plank, who joins our Wellington environment and resource management team. Gemma Smith specialises in all areas of intellectual property law and the provision of commercial […]
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Studying abroad gives students a chance to see new cultures and learn in different ways. Many young people dream of exploring foreign lands to gain fresh perspectives on education and life. This journey means planning carefully and gathering all the needed information. It starts with choosing a destination, a school, and a course that fits
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Law firms take note: A&O Shearman’s groundbreaking legal AI system now handles complex work traditionally performed by senior associates and partners.
Developed with legal tech startup Harvey, the move is a long way from when the pre-merger Allen & Overy starting working with Harvey as a sophisticated chatbox, back in 2023.
Now, the technology targets high-value legal analysis in antitrust, cybersecurity, loan review, and fund formation—areas where AI previously couldn’t make meaningful contributions.
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What Did The Skadden Letter Say? In a strongly worded letter delivered to Executive Partner Jeremy London this week, 80 Skadden alumni expressed their “profound disappointment and deep outrage” regarding the firm’s recent deal with President Trump given that the firm has diversity in its DNA. The protest highlights growing tensions within elite law firms
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The best law dramas on Netflix are shown in this article about legal series and films
Criminal Law Update Image source If you’re facing criminal charges, you might be wondering whether your past criminal record will have an impact on your current case. While prior convictions don’t automatically mean you’ll be found guilty, they can influence how prosecutors, judges, and even juries view your case. Criminal defense attorneys work hard to
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The opposition mounted by over 500 law firms against Donald Trump’s executive orders targeting law firms was a remarkable show of unity in a profession facing intense criticism for its compliance and genuflection before the President.
The collective action, which culminated in the submission of an amicus brief supporting Perkins Coie’s lawsuit, was orchestrated by Munger Tolles & Olson, with former Solicitor General Donald Verrilli, Jr., leading the charge as counsel for the amici.
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Image Source A loan agreement is a legally binding contract detailing the terms, conditions, and repayment schedule between a lender and borrower. For first-time or uninformed borrowers, complex terms can be daunting. While securing funds is exciting, overlooking key details can lead to financial risks. Understanding your rights helps you spot hidden fees, ensure fair
Why Prince William’s Choice of Mishcon de Reya Speaks Volumes Ben Thomson, LawFuel contributing editor In what legal circles are calling the monarchy’s most intriguing attorney-client relationship since, well, Diana’s divorce, Prince William has just tapped Mishcon de Reya—the nobby London firm that once represented his mother during her contentious 1996 split from then-Prince Charles.
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Herbert Smith Kramer Merger News Tom Borman, Contributing Editor The much-anticipated transatlantic merger between Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF) and Kramer Levin is hitting a slight speed bump. Originally slated for May 1, the official merger date has now been pushed back to June 1, giving partners at both firms extra time to finalize their votes.
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