Three South Florida Attorneys Among Missing in Surfside Condo Collapse

Nicole Langesfeld, Edgar González and Linda March are among the nearly 150 people reported missing in Thursday morning's deadly collapse.       
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Customers Are Calling Their Lawyers: Attorneys Fielding Increased Calls Against Businesses

ICYMI: In recent years, civil rights plaintiffs attorneys from Georgia to Michigan say that more and more potential clients have called them and described racial discrimination that they faced in businesses.       
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How I Made Practice Group Co-Chairman: 'Being Dependable, a Team Player, and Perfecting The Art of Self-Promotion,' Says Megan Yllanes of Kaufman Dolowich & Voluck

"Learning the goals and focus of each practice group member helps develop opportunities and strengthens the practice group as a whole."       
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Who's Really to Blame for Dozing and Distracted Jurors?: The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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Fewer Lawyers Now Expect to Work Remotely: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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How to watch ER doctor Michele Harper discuss 'The Beauty in Breaking'

Michele Harper brings the 'The Beauty in Breaking' to the L.A. Times Book Club. Watch it live.
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As COVID Fears Ease, Remote Work Is Slowly Losing Popularity

Fewer attorneys, staff and law firm leaders are expecting to work remotely this year as opposed to last, raising questions about the lasting power of remote work.       
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How to Successfully Manage Ungoverned Data for Risk Mitigation

Companies are collecting and managing more data than ever, essentially in order to create value, thus in effect making every company a "data" company. But for data to provide value, organizations need to know where it is, who has access to it, how it's managed, and how it needs to be secured and protected.       
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Office Sex? | Justice Thomas Has Strong Views About Marijuana | Single Father Claims Reverse Discrimination: The Morning Minute

Want to get this daily news briefing by email? Here's the sign-up. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING MARIJUANA STRAINS - Justice Clarence Thomas issued       
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Hotels given free innovative tool to optimize content distribution to online directories

FornovaHL (Fornova Hotel Listings) is a secure, centralized, and easy to use tool that will enable hoteliers to automatically distribute or update their property’s profile and attributes on the most important online channels.
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Fresh off Big Pharma Victory, Defense Lawyer Braces for Similar Fights Fueled by Lit Funding

"You're going to see the exposure of the underbelly of the plaintiff practice in the coming years," said Hildy Sastre, a partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon.       
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How I Made Managing Partner: 'I Had the Right Combination of History With a Vision for the Future,' Says Ella Gower of Miller Starr Regalia

"I was surprised by how demanding and fulfilling the management work can be."       
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Is It Time for the Legal Industry to Stop Following NY?: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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Need a More Diverse Talent Pipeline? Try Recruiting Before Law School

ICYMI: Firms including Sidley Austin and Brooks Kushman aren't just looking to mentor future lawyers, but future law students.       
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Loganair further boosts its connectivity with Aberdeen - Dublin air link

The direct service, initially operating four times per week in each direction on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday – will increase to daily from March 28 next year, with extra flights added on Monday and Friday from April 24 2022.
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Highly contagious Delta coronavirus variant spreading fast in California

The Delta variant now makes up 14.5% of coronavirus cases analyzed so far this month in California, up from 4.7% in May.
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Law.com Trendspotter: In the Law Firm Associate Pay War, the Only Thing That Can't Be Bought Is Loyalty

ICYMI: 'Tis the season (one of them anyway) in which law firms are shelling out major money in the hopes of attracting and retaining top associates. But it's becoming clear that no amount of money or even contractual obligations can guarantee a firm's ability to lock in sought-after young talent for any significant length of time.       
http://dlvr.it/S2XcNW

How Lina Khan May Change Business Prospects Overnight and Bring a 'Flood of Business' for Antitrust Practices

ICYMI: Several lawyers said they expect the FTC to take a much more expansive view of antitrust law, bringing in more law firm business.       
http://dlvr.it/S2WltH

San Diego mayor, other officials plead to reopen border as vaccination efforts advance

Elected leaders pushed for the lifting of U.S.-Mexico border restrictions amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which they say has harmed the region's economy.
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How I Made Practice Group Chairman and Office Managing Partner: 'By Aligning My Personal and Firm Goals and Values,' Says Thomas McThenia Jr. of GrayRobinson

ICYMI: 'I learned qualities about being an excellent lawyer for clients, the value of building cohesive teams for large projects, and the benefit of leading by sharing responsibility and providing team members with challenging and growth-enhancing opportunities.'       
http://dlvr.it/S2WMDk

Corporate Legal Departments Seek Increasingly Rigorous D&I Goals, Expectations for Outside Counsel

ICYMI: What do corporate legal departments expect of their outside counsel when it comes to diversity and inclusion efforts? The answer to that isn't one-size-fits-all, but in short: a lot more than they used to.       
http://dlvr.it/S2V7jG

Brussels Court to AstraZeneca: Deliver 50 Million COVID Vaccine Doses to EU by End of September

ICYMI: The European Commission had asked the court to order the company to deliver 120 million doses by the end of June, and its entire promised shipment of 300 million doses by the end of September.       
http://dlvr.it/S2SrS3

Customers Are Calling Their Lawyers: Attorneys Fielding Increased Calls Against Businesses

In recent years, civil rights plaintiffs attorneys from Georgia to Michigan say that more and more potential clients have called them and described racial discrimination that they faced in businesses.       
http://dlvr.it/S2SPnY

Do Office Run-Ins Spark Ideas? Should Lawyers Care?

Maybe there's no real evidence that chance meetings in the workplace fuel innovation. But law firms often place higher value on mentorship and training. And here the office may make a difference.       
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Who's Really to Blame for Dozing and Distracted Jurors?: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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MSC Cruises top mentioned cruise liner among influencer conversations during Q2 2021, reveals GlobalData

In May, MSC Cruises witnessed conversation spike among influencers following the announcement of comprehensive COVID-19 vaccination plan for its all crew members, ahead of the ship’s voyage in Mediterranean Sea and Northern Europe.
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SCOTUS Voids City's Requirement That Catholic Agency Work With Same-Sex Foster Parents

ICYMI: Catholic Social Services, in seeking to contract with the city of Philadelphia, wanted an accommodation that allowed it to serve children in a manner consistent with its religious beliefs, without imposing those beliefs on anyone else, the unanimous court said.       
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Opioid Judge Backs Off From Order Excluding Unvaccinated Jurors From Trial

Ohio U.S. District Judge Dan Polster initially said only individuals vaccinated against COVID-19 could serve on a trial set for October. Defense counsel said the move would block the court from getting a fair cross-section of the community. The debate comes as courts, in the midst of returning to jury trials at the courthouse, grapple with jurors and the vaccine.       
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Delta variant is spreading in California as COVID-19 battle enters an uncertain phase

California is contending with what could be the most contagious coronavirus variant to date, prompting officials to warn that residents face significant risk if they are not vaccinated.
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GCs Have Been Vocal About Diversity, but Is It All Talk? | Corporate Deal Work Showing No Signs of Slowing | Amazon Hit With Antitrust Class Action Over Pricing Restrictions: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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World’s top hotel brands lose nearly $23 billion in brand value

Total value of world’s top 50 most valuable hotel brands has declined by 33% (US$22.8 billion) as sector negotiates fallout from COVID-19 pandemic. Hilton retains title of world’s most valuable hotel brand, despite recording 30% brand value decrease to US$7.6 billion.
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As More Law Firms Match Salary Scale, Signing Bonuses Become Key Differentiator

ICYMI: The signing bonuse—targeting midlevel corporate associates—are happening behind the scenes and are one way firms can distinguish each other.       
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Attorney Competence in Technology Is in the Spotlight. Are You Competent?

ICYMI: In response to widespread changes in the use of technology, and evaluating the potential risks of remote work and the rise of virtual meeting platforms, the ABA made it clear that lawyers are permitted to conduct their practices virtually, but urges caution at all times.       
http://dlvr.it/S2JlpK

Need a More Diverse Talent Pipeline? Try Recruiting Before Law School

Firms including Sidley Austin and Brooks Kushman aren't just looking to mentor future lawyers, but future law students.       
http://dlvr.it/S2HPDC

Carnival Corporation announces initial 2030 sustainability goals

World’s largest cruise company reaffirms commitment to sustainability with new 2,030 targets and 2,050 aspirations incorporating six focus areas to further strengthen environmental, social and governance performance.
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How Indian Investment Into Africa Could Benefit Law Firms

ICYMI: The synergies between the two regions are clear, and booming manufacturing and mobile telecommunications sectors provide ample opportunities for businesses and indeed law firms.       
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'Associates Are Loving This.' How The Salary Race Is Shaking Up Big Law

ICYMI: Law firm recruiter and consultant Sharon Mahn breaks down the latest associate pay bonanza and why firms are scrambling to get on board.       
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Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Affordable Care Act

ICYMI: The justices, in a 7-2 ruling, found the Republican-led states questioning the health insurance law do not have the right to challenge it.       
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Hyatt Regency Boston / Cambridge announces appointment of Melissa Green as General Manager

Ms. Melissa Green brings more than 10 years of experience to this new position, having quickly moved through the event and convention services ranks with White Lodging Services and Marriott International
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Spurred by the Pandemic, Latin America Faces More Investor-State Cases

The region accounts for more than a quarter of claims filed at the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes.       
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Law.com Trendspotter: In the Law Firm Associate Pay War, the Only Thing That Can't Be Bought Is Loyalty

'Tis the season (one of them anyway) in which law firms are shelling out major money in the hopes of attracting and retaining top associates. But it's becoming clear that no amount of money or even contractual obligations can guarantee a firm's ability to lock in sought-after young talent for any significant length of time.       
http://dlvr.it/S2Bnfs

How Lina Khan May Change Business Prospects Overnight and Bring a 'Flood of Business' for Antitrust Practices

Several lawyers said they expect the FTC to take a much more expansive view of antitrust law, bringing in more law firm business.       
http://dlvr.it/S29j7S

How I Made Practice Group Chairman and Office Managing Partner: 'By Aligning My Personal and Firm Goals and Values,' Says Thomas McThenia Jr. of GrayRobinson

'I learned qualities about being an excellent lawyer for clients, the value of building cohesive teams for large projects, and the benefit of leading by sharing responsibility and providing team members with challenging and growth-enhancing opportunities.'       
http://dlvr.it/S29BFH

Europeans’ travel sentiment skyrockets in view of vaccine rollouts and introduction of EU Digital Covid Certificate

70% of respondents have travel plans in the next six months, with half wishing to visit another European country. The majority of Europeans surveyed (72%) intend to travel between June and September, while another 16% are eyeing autumn travel.
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Corporate Legal Departments Seek Increasingly Rigorous D&I Goals, Expectations for Outside Counsel

What do corporate legal departments expect of their outside counsel when it comes to diversity and inclusion efforts? The answer to that isn't one-size-fits-all, but in short: a lot more than they used to.       
http://dlvr.it/S27CFx

A Hiring War: Companies and Firms Duke it Out for Top Talent

ICYMI: Fatter sign-on bonuses, remote working and, possibly, greater use of contract attorneys could define the future of corporate legal department staffing.       
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Brussels Court to AstraZeneca: Deliver 50 Million COVID Vaccine Doses to EU by End of September

The European Commission had asked the court to order the company to deliver 120 million doses by the end of June, and its entire promised shipment of 300 million doses by the end of September.       
http://dlvr.it/S266vS

How I Made Partner: 'I Learned How to Think Outside the Box and the Art of Client Management,' Says Lindsay Haber of Kluger Kaplan

ICYMI: "Be willing to listen to constructive criticism and learn from it."       
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Matching Davis Polk Is a Short-Term Win in a Hot Market. But What Happens Next?

ICYMI: "Whether a firm chooses to match or not match will not only impact a firm's success in the associate hiring market, but it will also impact the lateral partner market," one legal recruiter said.       
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Border COVID-19 vaccination plan with U.S.-donated shots starts in Baja California

This COVID-19 vaccination strategy is considered key to reopen the U.S.-Mexico land border crossing, which has been closed to nonessential travel.
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SCOTUS Voids City's Requirement That Catholic Agency Work With Same-Sex Foster Parents

Catholic Social Services, in seeking to contract with the city of Philadelphia, wanted an accommodation that allowed it to serve children in a manner consistent with its religious beliefs, without imposing those beliefs on anyone else, the unanimous court said.       
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Streck General Counsel 'Floored' After His Job Is 'Eliminated'

ICYMI: "With 20/20 hindsight, I might have pondered the true purpose of my three-o'clock-on-a-Friday meeting with HR; but alas, I was floored, never once suspecting my job was in peril," Ryan Wilkins stated.       
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Law.com's New Look | After Wild Year, Law Firms Change Up Their Marketing C-Suites | SPAC Litigation Is Trendy, but Is It Anything New?: The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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Fresh Set of Eyes: These Big Law Firms Have New CMOs

ICYMI: Business development and marketing underwent a lot of changes in the last year, and these leaders are marching toward the future at their new firms.       
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LivePerson Wins $30M in Trade Secret Dispute Over AI Rules and Data

Jurors awarded $6.7 million in compensatory damages and $23.3 million in punitives. It's the third in-person jury trial win for Kirkland partners Adam Alper and Michael De Vries during the pandemic era.       
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As More Law Firms Match Salary Scale, Signing Bonuses Become Key Differentiator

The signing bonuse—targeting midlevel corporate associates—are happening behind the scenes and are one way firms can distinguish each other.       
http://dlvr.it/S20Yqs

Attorney Competence in Technology Is in the Spotlight. Are You Competent?

In response to widespread changes in the use of technology, and evaluating the potential risks of remote work and the rise of virtual meeting platforms, the ABA made it clear that lawyers are permitted to conduct their practices virtually, but urges caution at all times.       
http://dlvr.it/S20JBB