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The article reveals how a handful of agile, independent Dutch law firms have become the dominant defenders for Big Tech in the exploding field of EU mass tech litigation (antitrust damages, privacy class actions, platform liability, DMA/DSA enforcement, and collective redress cases). These “scrappy independents” frequently outperform global Big Law giants in volume, speed, and … Read more
Yes — on March 4, 2026, a divided three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit rejected Uber and Instacart’s attempt to block Seattle’s App-Based Worker Deactivation Rights Ordinance. The ruling (Uber Technologies, Inc. et al. v. City of Seattle, No. 25-228) upholds the 2023 law, meaning delivery gig workers in … Read more
From Tools to Impact: 5 Trends Reshaping Legal Work in 2026 The legal profession in 2026 is undergoing profound transformation, driven by rapid AI adoption, shifting client demands, regulatory pressures, and evolving work models. What began as experimentation with generative AI tools has evolved into measurable business impact, with firms seeing productivity gains, workflow redesigns, … Read more
The headline “How I Made Practice Group Chair: ‘Leadership Is Fundamentally About People,’ Says Nadira Clarke of Hogan Lovells” refers to a February 6, 2026, feature article in Law.com‘s “How I Made It” series (sometimes titled “How I Made Practice Group Chair”). This ongoing series profiles lawyers’ career journeys to leadership roles, focusing on key … Read more
The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division ruled on February 6, 2026, that the plaintiffs’ law firm Beasley Allen must be disqualified from representing claimants in the state’s consolidated talc litigation against Johnson & Johnson (J&J). This decision reverses a July 2024 ruling by Atlantic County Superior Court Judge John Porto, who had denied J&J’s … Read more
The United States government has formally told the Supreme Court that AI-generated works cannot receive copyright protection under current law — a position that could reshape the future of artificial intelligence, creativity, and intellectual property rights in America. In a strongly worded amicus brief filed January 27, 2026, the Solicitor General’s office argued that human … Read more
SEC Chair Atkins, quality over quantity enforcement, SEC enforcement slowdown 2026, Paul Atkins SEC policy, and SEC enforcement actions decrease are key phrases circulating as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, under Chairman Paul Atkins, continues its shift toward more targeted and impactful enforcement. Atkins, confirmed in April 2025 after nomination by President Trump, has … Read more
In our fast-paced world, building real connections often feels overwhelming—networking events, endless small talk, or forcing deep conversations can drain your energy and spike anxiety. The good news? You don’t need high-stakes interactions to form strong, lasting relationships. Building connections without stress is about showing up authentically, starting small, and letting things flow naturally. Here … Read more
Critical Mass Briefing: Key Developments in Mass Torts and Class Actions The “Critical Mass” series by Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad, published on January 14, 2026, provides a weekly roundup for class action and mass tort attorneys, highlighting significant updates in ongoing litigations. This edition focuses on two major stories: Johnson & Johnson’s revived lawsuit against a … Read more
Arianna Evers’ Advice on Evolving Legal Practice Arianna Evers, a 45-year-old partner at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr (WilmerHale) in Washington, D.C., shared insights in a January 12, 2026, Law.com article titled “How I Made Partner: ‘Don’t Be Afraid to Evolve Your Practice,’” as part of their ongoing series profiling attorneys’ paths to partnership. … Read more