SCOTUS Takes Up Appeal Over Pa.'s Jurisdiction by Business Registration Law

ICYMI: The Pennsylvania Supreme Court struck down the law late last year, finding that it violated due process principles. A cert petition argued that every federal circuit court and more than a dozen state supreme courts have addressed similar laws, resulting in a "full spectrum" of outcomes.       
http://dlvr.it/SPYCZn

Will DOJ Really Bring Criminal Monopolization Charges?

The Department of Justice has signaled that criminal monopolization cases could be on the horizon. In this week's episode, Axinn's Tiffany Rider illustrated what such a case could entail.       
http://dlvr.it/SPWDYz

'Words Matter' in Avoiding Bad-Faith Judgment: Lessons From Insurance Defense Litigators

Cozen O'Connor insurance defense litigators Michael Melendez of San Francisco and Chad Pasternack of West Palm Beach. Florida, offered takeaways from select cases last year.       
http://dlvr.it/SPTl94

Marble Palace Blog: Celebrated as a Top SCOTUS Advocate, Lisa Blatt Laments 'Appalling Disparity' Among Lawyers Before the Court

Williams & Connolly partner Lisa Blatt, honored Wednesday by fellow SCOTUS colleagues, said action, not talk, is needed to increase diversity among the Supreme Court bar.       
http://dlvr.it/SPThgY

'A Huge Problem': Attorney's Suspension Puts Potential Judgeship Into Question

The indefinite suspension of a Tennessee family law attorney currently running for state judge has raised questions about whether she'll be disqualified from ultimately taking the bench if she wins the upcoming May primary.       
http://dlvr.it/SPTSYN

Troy McKenzie, NYU Law's First Black Dean, to Take the Reins June 1

McKenzie, who has been a Cecelia Goetz Professor of Law at the school since 2007, will succeed Trevor Morrison, who announced in October that he would be stepping down from the deanship, which he held for nine years, effective June 1.       
http://dlvr.it/SPTMrt

Carnival Cruise Line reveals new Carnival Celebration venue highlighting 50 years of fun

The Golden Jubilee to represent the evolution of Carnival fun ships, including mementos from earlier vessels.
http://dlvr.it/SPS3DF

How I Made It to Law Firm CEO of the North American Region: 'I'm Committed to Working Hard to Make Sure Everyone's Voice Is Heard,' Says Colin Murray of Baker McKenzie

"I have a much more nuanced view of success. Recognizing that we're going to make mistakes, I now define success by how we managed the struggle, challenges and speed bumps along the way to our end goal—not just the final result."       
http://dlvr.it/SPQJkz

Call for Nominations: Professional Excellence

Our goal at ALM Media is to serve the entire legal community and, as part of that, we're adding new wrinkles to our annual Professional Excellence Awards to make sure we highlight the great work and achievements across the full breadth of the legal communities that our publications serve.       
http://dlvr.it/SPQJhs

Federal Court Backs Brown Bear Baiting Ban in Alaska

A federal court has upheld a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rule banning the baiting of brown bears in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near Anchorage, Alaska.       
http://dlvr.it/SPPyC9

Colorado Court: Notice-Prejudice Rule Does Not Apply to Homeowners Insurance, But High Court Should Weigh In

The Colorado Court of Appeals has ruled that the "notice-prejudice rule" does not apply to homeowners policies, but added that "this case may present an opportunity for our supreme court to provide clarity on this question."       
http://dlvr.it/SPPvyc

Novel Hotel City Centre increases occupancy to 90% with RateTiger

Managed by Danat Hotels & Resort, a division of National Corporation for Tourism & Hotels (NCT&H), Novel Hotel City Centre has 215 rooms, historically catering to business and MICE travellers.
http://dlvr.it/SPNdVz

How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Focus on Associate Development, Mentoring, Partner Coordination and Growth,' Says Kimberly deBeers of Skadden

ICYMI: "Always exceed your clients' expectations and never assume that once clients retain you, they will stick with you—it is your job to continue to prove your value."       
http://dlvr.it/SPLjtZ

How I Made Partner: 'I Was Fortunate to Develop a Unique Practice and Skill Set,' Says Andrew Chan of Atheria Law

"There is no defined road map to success that applies to everyone. Asking lots of questions and finding the right mentors will help you develop your own road map."       
http://dlvr.it/SPLQPM

The Ethics of Judges Trying to Name Their Successors: The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SPLMsP

How Big Law Should Invest Its Windfall: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SPKYzk

Kamala Harris testing positive for coronavirus underscores rising cases in California

The announcement that Vice President Kamala Harris tested positive for coronavirus underscores the sensitive place California and the rest of the U.S. are in.
http://dlvr.it/SPJX5b

'I Had It Hard, Why Shouldn't You?' Lawyers Say Female Managers Are Tougher on New Moms

ICYMI: "I've also known some older women with kids whose attitude is 'I had it hard, why shouldn't you?'" tweeted securities attorney Kerry Dingle. "Internalized misogyny is dreadful."       
http://dlvr.it/SPH2yB

Labor of Law: 'Equal Pay for Equal Work' Doesn't Fix All Pay Disparities

ICYMI: "It is important to look at why are all the men in higher-paying jobs, and why are the women in lower-paying jobs," said Mariko Yoshihara, policy director for the California Employment Lawyers Association.       
http://dlvr.it/SPGYBJ

As Hiring Slows, Law Firms Prioritize 'Quality Over Quantity': The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SPG4Kj

Law.com Trendspotter: For Law Firms and Clients Alike, It's Time to Start Taking Billing and Collections Personally

ICYMI: Law firms and clients frequently tout their close, trusted relationships. So why should topics like billing and collections be taboo?       
http://dlvr.it/SPF5T6

SCOTUS Takes Up Appeal Over Pa.'s Jurisdiction by Business Registration Law

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court struck down the law late last year, finding that it violated due process principles. A cert petition argued that every federal circuit court and more than a dozen state supreme courts have addressed similar laws, resulting in a "full spectrum" of outcomes.       
http://dlvr.it/SPF2bt

How I Made Firmwide Managing Partner: 'Be Open to New and Creative Solutions,' Says Maria Ginzburg of Selendy Gay Elsberg

ICYMI: "I often suggest to young attorneys to work at firms that give them opportunities to make decisions on cases, take lead roles in developing strategy and argue in court. If you are not getting those opportunities, ask for them."       
http://dlvr.it/SPCYzC

Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism surpasses 500 signatories

Collaboration across stakeholders is key to ensure that the necessary skills, tools and knowledge are available among service providers, host communities and tourists so that they can deliver change.
http://dlvr.it/SPBdzH

Law Firms Are Struggling With Staff Shortages. Competitive Pay Alone Won't Help

Firms, facing worker competition from other industries, are scrambling for marketing, communications, IT and other business professionals.       
http://dlvr.it/SP9j54

'The Nature of the Beast': Lateral Group Moves Gain More Momentum

Group moves, such as DLA's hire from Honigman this week, are picking up steam amid remote work and a relative decline in law firm merger activity.       
http://dlvr.it/SP9j1L

Appeals Court, Citing SCOTUS 'Ford' Ruling, Says Kansas Plane Manufacturer Can Be Sued in Washington State Over Crash

ICYMI: Kansas-based Textron Aviation Inc. can be subject to a lawsuit in Washington state after an in-state crash because of Washington's long-arm statute, constitutional requirements and the application of a recent ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court, the Washington State Court of Appeals held April 14.       
http://dlvr.it/SP9fR7

Civil Stalking Injunction Reversed Over Judge's Reliance on 'Subjective Fears' Rather Than 'Individualized Objective Standard'

ICYMI: The Utah Court of Appeals has reversed a district court judge's ruling issuing a civil stalking injunction, finding it incorrectly relied on "subjective fears" of the plaintiff and his neighbor, rather than determining whether the defendant's conduct would cause a "reasonable person" to suffer such fear under those circumstances.       
http://dlvr.it/SP8cBt

Deal Work Boom Leading to Legal Mal Boom: The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SP82cn

Amid Consolidation, Middle Market Firms Face 'Convergence of Pressures' That Threaten Growth

ICYMI: As law firm mergers and group lateral moves continue to make headlines, midsize law firms are under pressure to grow and survive.       
http://dlvr.it/SP7Jwz

Why Law Firm Staff and Partners Are Ready to Quit: The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SP5jLv

Russia's Draft Nationalization Law Causing Concern Among Japanese Companies

ICYMI: A draft law that would allow the Russian government to seize foreign assets in the country has sent shockwaves through corporate Japan, and the rapid exit of U.K. and U.S. law firms has caused some of them to scramble to find alternative outside counsel.       
http://dlvr.it/SP4xxB

How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Focus on Associate Development, Mentoring, Partner Coordination and Growth,' Says Kimberly deBeers of Skadden

"Always exceed your clients' expectations and never assume that once clients retain you, they will stick with you—it is your job to continue to prove your value."       
http://dlvr.it/SP3bnT

Confused? Confounded? Why is L.A. County requiring masks again at airports and public transit?

A new health officer order in Los Angeles County has the nation's most populous county again enacting face-covering rules more stringent than the state's or nation's.
http://dlvr.it/SP3WXX

The Ethics of Judges Trying to Name Their Successors: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SP3FyS

WTTC Global Summit closes in Manila and announces Saudi Arabia as next host destination

In Manila, more than a thousand delegates, including the world’s foremost business leaders, government ministers and key decision-makers from across the global Travel & Tourism sector gathered together, to discuss how to build upon the continuing recovery.
http://dlvr.it/SP2bQw

'Something Is Wrong Somewhere': 11 Trainee Lawyers Found to Have Cheated on Singapore's Bar Exam

"When so many applicants cheated in a professional qualifying examination in so many papers, including one for 'Ethics and professional responsibility,' then something is wrong somewhere," Singapore High Court Judge Choo Han Teck wrote in his judgment.       
http://dlvr.it/SP1Zqd

'I Had It Hard, Why Shouldn't You?' Lawyers Say Female Managers Are Tougher on New Moms

"I've also known some older women with kids whose attitude is 'I had it hard, why shouldn't you?'" tweeted securities attorney Kerry Dingle. "Internalized misogyny is dreadful."       
http://dlvr.it/SP00xD

Labor of Law: 'Equal Pay for Equal Work' Doesn't Fix All Pay Disparities

"It is important to look at why are all the men in higher-paying jobs, and why are the women in lower-paying jobs," said Mariko Yoshihara, policy director for the California Employment Lawyers Association.       
http://dlvr.it/SNzVTY

New report from WTTC and JLL outlines global cities’ preparedness for sustainable Travel & Tourism growth

WTTC and JLL release latest ‘Destination 2030: Global cities’ readiness for sustainable tourism growth’.  
http://dlvr.it/SNz6cg

As Hiring Slows, Law Firms Prioritize 'Quality Over Quantity': The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SNz1W4

Law.com Trendspotter: For Law Firms and Clients Alike, It's Time to Start Taking Billing and Collections Personally

Law firms and clients frequently tout their close, trusted relationships. So why should topics like billing and collections be taboo?       
http://dlvr.it/SNxyvG

How I Made Firmwide Managing Partner: 'Be Open to New and Creative Solutions,' Says Maria Ginzburg of Selendy Gay Elsberg

"I often suggest to young attorneys to work at firms that give them opportunities to make decisions on cases, take lead roles in developing strategy and argue in court. If you are not getting those opportunities, ask for them."       
http://dlvr.it/SNwNSz

The new mask-optional phase of the pandemic fuels fears, and some cheers

Welcome to the mask-optional phase of the pandemic. It brings freedoms and risks
http://dlvr.it/SNvlmf

New ‘Collection De Pepites’ showcases B&Bs, boutiques inns and villas in Saint Lucia

Many of the properties offer distinct opportunities for visitors to discover culture, culinary and wellness experiences within intimate accommodations.
http://dlvr.it/SNvNJp

Over 100 People From Colonia High School Have Cancer. But Suing Is Another Story

"People have a lot of questions and need to find answers. That's what's going on now and all any responsible lawyer can say is, I'm going to try to find you some answers," plaintiffs lawyer Mark Cuker said.       
http://dlvr.it/SNtdVb

Appeals Court, Citing SCOTUS 'Ford' Ruling, Says Kansas Plane Manufacturer Can Be Sued in Washington State Over Crash

Kansas-based Textron Aviation Inc. can be subject to a lawsuit in Washington state after an in-state crash because of Washington's long-arm statute, constitutional requirements and the application of a recent ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court, the Washington State Court of Appeals held April 14.       
http://dlvr.it/SNtHWF

Civil Stalking Injunction Reversed Over Judge's Reliance on 'Subjective Fears' Rather Than 'Individualized Objective Standard'

The Utah Court of Appeals has reversed a district court judge's ruling issuing a civil stalking injunction, finding it incorrectly relied on "subjective fears" of the plaintiff and his neighbor, rather than determining whether the defendant's conduct would cause a "reasonable person" to suffer such fear under those circumstances.       
http://dlvr.it/SNrnD1

Why Midwest Law Firms Had Banner Financial Years: The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SNqqjJ

Deal Work Boom Leading to Legal Mal Boom: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SNqpWw

RJ holds virtual ordinary Annual General Meeting; 2021 financial statement endorsed

Darwazeh: Last year results are seen as a positive transformation in the company’s journey. Majali: We value the support of the major shareholder – the government – and we will continue to perform our national role in serving Jordan.
http://dlvr.it/SNq5X2

Amid Consolidation, Middle Market Firms Face 'Convergence of Pressures' That Threaten Growth

As law firm mergers and group lateral moves continue to make headlines, midsize law firms are under pressure to grow and survive.       
http://dlvr.it/SNpmXN

How I Started My Own law Firm: 'It Wasn't That I Didn't Like Being an Attorney; I Just Didn't Love the Large Law Firm Environment,' Says Krista Mitzel of The Mitzel Group

ICYMI: "Keep fighting. Keep speaking up. Keep educating people. Keep doing amazing work. Keep raising up other women with you."       
http://dlvr.it/SNnNGF

Nicholas Goldberg: We weren't supposed to get anywhere near 1 million COVID deaths in the U.S. Then we did

Remember when Trump and Fauci told us that between 100,000 and 240,000 Americans would die of COVID? A lot's gone wrong since then.
http://dlvr.it/SNmc49

Why Law Firm Staff and Partners Are Ready to Quit: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
http://dlvr.it/SNmb1y

JW Marriott launches garden collaboration with Lily Kwong

Three sustainable and purposeful JW Garden projects debutm designed by Studio Lily Kwong.
http://dlvr.it/SNm0gk

Russia's Draft Nationalization Law Causing Concern Among Japanese Companies

A draft law that would allow the Russian government to seize foreign assets in the country has sent shockwaves through corporate Japan, and the rapid exit of U.K. and U.S. law firms has caused some of them to scramble to find alternative outside counsel.       
http://dlvr.it/SNljvL

How I Made Partner: 'I Have Traveled an Incredibly Challenging Road, but I've Persevered and I Feel Equipped to Handle Anything,' Says Cyrus Chin of Balch & Bingham

ICYMI: "I always encourage our younger associates to ask why decisions are being made. When you start to understand the why, you make better decisions and learn to identify and anticipate issues, which ultimately leads to more responsibility."       
http://dlvr.it/SNklHV