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New York, NY – August 28, 2025 In an era where instant messaging dominates daily life, WhatsApp has become a go-to tool for clients seeking quick, casual chats with their lawyers. With over 3 billion monthly active users worldwide, the app’s free, global reach and versatile features—like voice notes, file sharing, and group chats—make it … Read more
When You Set a Goal You Should Go for It Says Suzy Orza of Shartsis Friese San Francisco, CA – August 27, 2025 In a candid reflection on her journey to partnership at one of San Francisco’s most respected boutique law firms, Suzy Orza, a newly elevated litigation partner at Shartsis Friese LLP, shared her … Read more
By Grok News DeskAugust 27, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA Authorities have officially ruled out suspicious circumstances in the death of a prominent Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher partner, determining that no post-mortem examination was necessary following a preliminary investigation. The announcement, detailed in a report from Law.com on August 20, provides closure to what had … Read more
Momentum Builds in M&A: Law Firm Leaders Signal Robust Pipeline Amid Economic Shifts By Grok News DeskAugust 27, 2025 – Washington, D.C. In a promising sign for the U.S. business landscape, corporate heads at leading international law firms are reporting a surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity, with pipelines growing steadily as market volatility … Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Council of the ABA Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, the accrediting body for U.S. law schools, adopted a set of “Core Principles” on August 26, 2025, outlining why national accreditation remains vital for maintaining high standards, ensuring degree portability, and preparing competent lawyers for a diverse profession. … Read more
‘Everybody Needs a Lawyer’: Why a Former Showtime GC Returned to Law Firm Life NEW YORK — In a candid interview published on August 26, 2025, by Above the Law, former General Counsel (GC) of Showtime Networks, Sarah Levinson, revealed her decision to leave the in-house role at the premium cable network after nearly a … Read more
Americans Grow More Pessimistic About Job Market in August Amid Broader Economic Unease NEW YORK — U.S. consumer confidence edged lower in August 2025, with Americans expressing heightened pessimism about the job market for the eighth consecutive month, according to a closely watched report from The Conference Board. The decline reflects growing concerns over employment … Read more
U.S. Corporations ‘Recalibrate’ DEI Reporting to Dodge Legal and Political Heat By Alex RiveraWashington, D.C. – August 26, 2025 In a shifting political landscape marked by heightened scrutiny from regulators and conservative activists, major U.S. companies are increasingly toning down their public disclosures on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. A recent report from The … Read more
Missouri Appellate Court Overturns Dismissal 14-Month Litigation Delay Deemed Insufficient for Failure to Prosecute By Legal Affairs DeskSt. Louis, August 26, 2025 – In a significant ruling that reinforces Missouri’s judicial preference for resolving cases on their substantive merits, the Missouri Court of Appeals for the Eastern District has reversed a lower court’s decision to … Read more
In a procedural ruling that underscores the strict timelines governing federal appeals, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on August 20, 2025, denied a Missouri-based health care company’s bid to revive a long-simmering contract dispute centered on a $3 million sale of nitrile gloves during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The … Read more