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    Butler Snow Boosts Support For Caregivers Across Offices

    Butler Snow LLP has strengthened its attorney and staff benefits by partnering with Cariloop, an employer-sponsored caregiver support platform aimed at working parents and those who are caregivers for their parents, Cariloop announced Thursday.

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    84% Of Legal Teams Surveyed Plan To Use AI Within 2 Years

    The adoption of artificial intelligence in corporate law departments has nearly doubled since 2023, with 84% of legal teams surveyed planning to use it in the next two years, according to a new report released Wednesday.

  • Ex-Angels Staffer Says Attys Botched Skaggs Overdose Case

    A former Los Angeles Angels press officer asked a Texas federal judge to undo the 22-year prison sentence he's currently serving after being convicted of giving pitcher Tyler Skaggs fentanyl-laced pills that caused his fatal overdose in 2019.

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    Kirkland Outpaces BigLaw Rivals In Law Grad Hiring

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP has hired the most Class of 2023 law graduates among the top 50 law firms, bringing on 411 new attorneys, almost as many as the second and third-ranking firms combined, according to an analysis released Wednesday by legal data company Firm Prospects LLC.

  • Houston Firm Pushes For $30K Sanctions In Back Wages Case

    A Houston law firm has urged an appellate court to sanction its former associate for his conduct during a back wages trial, saying that the trial court declined to decide the firm's motion despite having power over the case four months after the verdict.

  • Texas Bar Suggests Limit On Atty Nondisparagement Clauses

    A proposed ethics opinion from the State Bar of Texas says lawyers licensed in the state cannot be bound by nondisparagement clauses that touch on the practice of law but that provisions dealing with their personal speech would be fair game.

  • Ex-Client Slams Buzbee's Sanctions Bid In Fraud Suit

    A former client suing prominent Houston attorney Tony Buzbee for fraud has hit back against Buzbee's attempt to sanction him, claiming he's well within his rights to mention other instances in which Buzbee allegedly stole from clients.

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    A&O Shearman Ups IVF, Adoption Benefits For US Employees

    A&O Shearman has increased the benefits it offers U.S.-based personnel, with unlimited in vitro fertilization treatment and $40,000 in adoption or surrogacy services, the firm said.

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    Squire Patton Brings On Polsinelli Tax Ace In Houston

    Squire Patton Boggs LLP announced Wednesday that a former Polsinelli PC shareholder has joined the tax strategy and benefits practice group in Houston, an addition that helps the firm address growing client needs.

  • What Judges Want You To Know: Litigate Smarter

    Federal judges regularly sit on panels at conferences and similar events, sharing their best practices and most valuable pieces of advice with patent lawyers and others in the room. In the second installment of a two-part series, Law360 has pulled together advice from over the last few years that remains as relevant as ever.

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    Beyond Averages: The Under- And Over-Performance Of Firms

    Each quarter, Law360 Pulse reports on U.S. law firms' financial results from Wells Fargo and Citibank, often highlighting industry averages. But I wanted to dive deeper into the 2024 year-end results that just came out to dissect the highs and lows of law firm performance last year.

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    Akin Gump Adds Gibson Dunn Special Situations Pro In Dallas

    A former Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP partner rejoined the firm in Dallas after a two-year stint at Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP to continue his finance practice, Akin announced Tuesday.

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    Under Court Eye, NRA Hires Independent Compliance Expert

    A Manhattan Supreme Court justice has signed off on the National Rifle Association's hiring of a court-required compliance expert to help the organization revamp its board structure and reform some of its policies.

  • Texas Bar Eyes Ban On In-House Referrals From Non-Attys

    A proposed ethics opinion from the State Bar of Texas would prohibit nonlawyer-owned for-profit companies from giving customers the option of using the business' in-house attorneys for the "actual cost" of legal services when the work is unrelated to the mission of the company.

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    Bowman And Brooke Names New Firm Chair

    Bowman and Brooke LLP announced a number of changes in firm leadership Tuesday, led by the appointment of a new chair alongside election of a new vice chair.

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    Approach The Bench: Judge Frederic Block On Resentencing

    New York federal Judge Frederic Block has been on a campaign lately, arguing that state court judges should enjoy the same discretion he does to reconsider the sentences of people condemned to spend decades in prison.

  • What Judges Want You To Know: You Can't Fool The Court

    Federal judges regularly sit on panels at conferences and similar events, sharing their best practices and most valuable pieces of advice with patent lawyers and others in the room. In the first installment of a two-part series, Law360 has pulled together advice over the last few years that remains as relevant as ever. 

  • Black EEOC Atty Says Telework Bid Earned Her Cold Shoulder

    A Black U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission attorney sued the agency in Texas federal court, alleging that she was passed over for promotions and a senior leader training program after requesting a disability accommodation and calling out a colleague for "white privilege."

  • Partner Sues Partner In Dispute Over Houston Firm

    Co-founding partners Don Foty and David Hodges of Hodges & Foty LLP have filed competing claims against each other in Texas state court, with Foty accusing Hodges of blocking his access to firm accounts and Hodges alleging that while he was caring for his sick mother, Foty "hatched a plan" to steal the firm.

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    Sidley Adds White & Case Energy Ace In Houston

    Sidley Austin LLP announced Monday that a former White & Case LLP attorney has joined the firm in Houston, expanding the firm's reach with leading energy companies and private equity funds.

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    Conservative Groups Say ABA Clerk, Intern Programs Illegal

    Conservative advocacy groups urged the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Monday to scrutinize the American Bar Association's diversity and internship programs, claiming the organization is committing unlawful discrimination in the name of diversity.

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    Husch Blackwell Adds Corporate Trio In Phoenix, Austin

    One week after Husch Blackwell LLP named a new chief operating officer and changed its organizational structure, the firm added three new partners to its financial services and capital markets industry team, it said on Monday. 

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    Greenberg Traurig Gains Finance Pro In Dallas From Troutman

    Greenberg Traurig LLP has expanded its public finance and infrastructure practice with a Dallas-based shareholder who came aboard from Troutman Pepper Locke LLP, strengthening the firm's Texas presence.

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    How Law Firms Are Helping Their Partners Generate Wealth

    As U.S. law firms look back at another year of strong profits, many partners are left with a good deal of cash in their bank accounts and little time to think about how to invest it.

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    Legal Sector Gains 900 Jobs In January Amid Data Revisions

    The U.S. legal sector started the year with a modest boost, adding 900 jobs in January, according to preliminary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released Friday following the agency's annual employment data revision that also lifted earlier job figures from the past year. 

Expert Analysis

  • Overcoming US Law Firms' Hesitancy To Enter Indian Market Author Photo

    Successful private equity exits with strong returns have solidified India's buyout market as an increasingly attractive destination for future investments, offering compelling reasons for the U.S. legal community to overcome its caution on the country's markets, says Vaishali Movva at Eimer Stahl.

  • Biz Development Tip Of The Month: Make A Plan For The Year Author Photo

    While firms are busy allocating resources and assessing client demand, individual attorneys should use the start of the year to slow down and create a personal business plan, which can be accomplished with a few steps, say Elizabeth Gooch, Teri Robshaw and Chris Newman at McDermott.

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    Talking Mental Health: Caring For Everyone As A Firm Leader Author Photo

    Reid Phillips at Brooks Pierce discusses how he manages the pressure of running a law firm, how sources of stress in the legal industry have changed over the past decade, and what firm leaders should do to help manage burnout and mental health issues among employees.

  • How Firms Can Use LinkedIn To Aid Marketing Efforts In 2025 Author Photo

    LinkedIn has several features law firms can use to showcase their capabilities and thought leadership to reach prospective and existing clients, including the Event and Live features, says Sofia Millar at Reputation Ink.

  • Talking Mental Health: Managing Emotions In Trauma Cases Author Photo

    Nikki Hurtado at The Ferraro Law Firm discusses what motivates her to represent victims of catastrophic injuries, how she copes with the emotional toll of such cases, and what other attorneys taking on similar cases can do to protect their mental well-being.

  • Strategies For Successful Law Firm Mergers In 2025 Author Photo

    Law firms are expected to continue consolidating in the year to come, and because these mergers require a different kind of playbook, firm leaders must carefully consider office culture nuances, professional services economics and talent retention strategy before any merger, say directors at FTI Consulting.

  • Making Legal Cents: Winning More Work In A Crowded Market Author Photo

    In a market where clients have more options, tighter budgets and higher expectations, firms must figure out how to differentiate themselves without discounting their rates, and several practical strategies for pitching, pricing and early-engagement communication can help, says Shireen Hilal at Maior Strategic Consulting.

  • Best Practices For Implementing Firm Revenue Cycle Roles Author Photo

    Law firm revenue cycles are becoming more complex and time-consuming, but hiring dedicated revenue cycle personnel can help streamline the process and reduce the burden on attorneys, says Christine Indiano at Harbor Global.

  • Tips For Constructing Your Small-Law Exit Strategy Author Photo

    By initiating planning and processes to evaluate personal retirement goals and firm value early, longtime solo practitioners and small-firm owners can unlock a range of possibilities and potential buyers, setting up for a profitable exit and a rewarding transition, says Brent Daub at Gilson Daub.

  • Tips For Persuasive Briefs Beyond The Argument Section Author Photo

    When crafting an appellate brief, the focus for most lawyers is the argument section, but other sections also offer strategic opportunities to shape the court's perception of the case and favorably frame the issues, say attorneys at Frost Brown.

  • Ask A Mentor: Is Secondment A Good Career Move? Author Photo

    Kate Driscoll at Morrison Foerster suggests six questions to help candidates evaluate whether a secondment will benefit their career.

  • 3 Trends Reshaping Chief Marketing Officer Appointments Author Photo

    Recent approaches to hiring chief marketing officers demonstrate how firms are reimagining their marketing and business development frameworks to stay competitive and responsive to evolving client needs, says Murray Coffey at M Coffey.

  • Talking Mental Health: Working As A Mom Of An Autistic Son Author Photo

    Sarah Kovit Hanna at Assurant discusses how she balances the demands of her in-house role and the support needs of her son, who was diagnosed with autism, as a single mom, and reflects on how the legal industry can better support caretakers of family members who have special needs.

  • Ask A Mentor: How Can I Maximize My Pro Bono Impact? Author Photo

    Debbie Berman at Jenner & Block offers advice on how attorneys can make a meaningful impact on their communities through pro bono work while enhancing their professional development through strengthened client-facing skills, hands-on experience and more.

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    My Nonpracticing Law Job: Law Firm Marketer Author Photo

    Liz Bard Lindley at Jaffe PR shares how she went from a family law associate who helped write industry articles to a savvy legal public relations and marketing professional, and offers takeaways for any attorney who might not feel at home in their law practice and is considering alternative career paths.

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