Thursday, June 30, 2022

Labor of Law: NLRB General Counsel Wants Employers Who Delay Union Negotiations to Pay Up

This is a far cry from the penalty the NLRB can currently impose on employers who stall contract negotiations: simply ordering the employer to start bargaining.       
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When Is a General Partnership Actually an Investment Contract? State High Court Weighs In

The Colorado Supreme Court has reversed an Appellate Division ruling that said a "strong presumption" should be applied in a claim that a general partnership is, in fact, operating as an investment contract.       
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Inside Track: Companies Vexed by When to Speak Out

"If you're a company and you can avoid talking about a controversial issue, that's the easier way out because there are employees and customers on both sides of this issue," said Rob Chesnut, a former general counsel and chief ethics officer for Airbnb.       
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'Remote August' Could Spell the End for Law Firm Flexibility: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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Tourism from women's euros set to benefit less-known destinations

Rotherham potentially receiving $888,977 from day visits.
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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Michèle Alexandre Set to Take Over as Dean of Loyola Chicago Law Next Month

Alexandre is set to succeed Zelda B. Harris, who has served as interim dean for the past year.       
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Arizona Appeals Court Vacates Suspension of Former Police Sergeant Over Facebook Post

Sergeant Stefani McMichael-Gombar was suspended for a private Facebook post which allegedly violated the Phoenix Police Department's Social Media Policy, according to the opinion. Although the content of the post was not included in the court record, the Phoenix New Times reported that a team of Philadelphia attorneys had published "hundreds of offensive Facebook posts" made by Phoenix Police Officers.       
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How I Made Partner: 'The Forest and the Trees Are All Important. Put the Details and the Big Picture Together,' Says Jason Gott of Latham & Watkins

"So much of the learning process in law is informal—we learn by observing and doing and making mistakes and correcting them. But having a vibrant, official mentoring program is critical to provide a "space" where both mentor and mentee come together."       
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Why Some Law Firms Have Remained Silent on 'Dobbs': The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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Hotel technology investments now stronger than ever

Software as a Service provider Duetto sees year-on-year record growth of 84% in rooms added as hotels embrace technology adoption and innovation to best prepare for the future.
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Attorney's License Revoked for Fraudulent Will Scheme

A Virginia attorney has consented to having his license revoked after a state bar disciplinary investigation revealed that he engaged in a fraudulent       
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How I Made Partner: 'Have Solid Reasons for Why Your Firm Should Make You a Partner, or Why They Can't Risk That You Leave the Firm,' Says Megan LaDriere White, Baker Botts

"To lean into what makes you different. Being my authentic self and using my voice has made the difference."       
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Coronavirus is becoming easier to get, harder to avoid in California

Since the hyper-transmissible Omicron variant appeared in early December, the coronavirus has affected nearly every family and social circle.
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The Problems With SCOTUS's History-and-Tradition Approach: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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CYCAS appointed to manage luxury London hotel

Located on London’s South Bank, the 161-room is a short walk from Waterloo, Blackfriars and London Bridge stations. With seven stylish suites, the well-connected property has proved a popular choice for discerning travellers since opening in 2018.
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Monday, June 27, 2022

Kirkland Had More to Gain by Cutting Ties With Clement: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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ACI Europe confirms Javier Marín for second term as Association President

Appointed to the Board for a second term were Mr Julian Jäger, Member of the Executive Board and COO, Vienna International Airport (AUSTRIA), Ms Eleni Kaloyirou, CEO, Hermes Airports (CYPRUS), Mr Arnaud Feist, CEO, Brussels Airport (BELGIUM), and Mr Jonas Abrahamsson, President and CEO, Swedavia (SWEDEN).
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Sunday, June 26, 2022

'Deeply Unfair': Women Leaders in Big Law Reflect, Speak Out as SCOTUS Overturns 'Roe'

"Whatever your political views, people are going to have strong emotions today, and they should be given the time to reflect," said Steptoe chair Gwen Renigar.       
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Legal Community on Edge Following Colombia Election Results

The South American country's first leftist president vows to redirect the economy, creating new uncertainties for law firms.       
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'Scout's Honor': Justices Clash Over Pledge Abortion Ruling Won't Revoke Other Precedents

Friday's decision overturning Roe. v. Wade raised concerns that decisions allowing privacy, birth control and same-sex marriage could be next.       
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Many Holdouts Remain in Big Law's Move to Unify Pay Across Markets

ICYMI: While some firms have moved to nationwide compensation structures, others still see value in differentiating by the market.       
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Saturday, June 25, 2022

Who Got the Work? : Big Law Advises on $26B Realty Company Purchase and More

ICYMI: Welcome to "Who Got the Work? ," a regular column that highlights the law firms and lawyers around the country who are being brought in to handle key cases and close major deals for their clients.       
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'If You Don't Have 100% Capacity, It Feels Lethargic': Law Firms Are Trading Dead Space for New Digs

ICYMI: Farella Braun + Martel, Sherman & Howard and Davis Graham & Stubbs are just a few of the law firms in the West downsizing and upgrading their office space.       
http://dlvr.it/SSWgBz

Amid Heavy Profits, Big Law's Pro Bono Time Saw 'Significant' Drop in 2021

ICYMI: The Pro Bono Institute acknowledged that paid client demand increased last year and suggested that 2020 resulted in an unusually high level of pro bono work.       
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Friday, June 24, 2022

Skilled in the Art With Scott Graham: In Defense of Patent Thickets + Gaming Out a Year of Section 101 Limbo + Bad Takes From a PTAB Reform Hearing

Hughes Hubbard life sciences chief Patrice Jean says that, given the complexity that goes into some pharmaceuticals, it's "understandable that you would have dozens of patents that potentially cover what the outcome is."       
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'Undeniably Harsh': Appeals Court Affirms Attorney's Contempt Conviction but Orders Resentencing

"Compared to reported contempt sentences imposed on New Mexico attorneys, the district court's sentence in this case was undeniably harsh. Indeed, our review of New Mexico jurisprudence reveals no reported appellate decision affirming—or even considering—a contempt sanction against an attorney as severe as this one," said Duffy. "The majority of reported decisions involve the imposition of no more than a monetary fine in circumstances where an attorney failed to comply with a district court's instructions or rules of procedure."       
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The Marble Palace Blog: Goodwin Procter Prepares for Recusal Issues Given Partner's Family Ties to Ketanji Brown Jackson

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's brother-in-law, William Jackson, is a partner in the firm's complex litigation and dispute resolution practice.       
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What's the difference between the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for the youngest kids?

Both Pfizer and Moderna are considered safe for kids of all ages, but here are a couple of differences that parents can consider.
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“It’s time to connect the dots” says ACI Europe President

Javier Marín calls for more regulatory coherence to support a strong and sustainable aviation future.
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Thursday, June 23, 2022

Study: Law Firm Attorneys and Staff Age 45+ Are Unhappier Than Millennials

Just 2% of law firm's people expect to be at their current firm in a decade's time.       
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Cravath's New Partner Pay Model Reflects Competitive Use of Bonus Pools

More details have emerged about Cravath's new compensation system.       
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Koskoff Notches Win in Lawsuit Against Harvard Over Photos of Enslaved People

A state appeals court found Harvard "cavalierly" dismissed a woman's claims and disregarded her requests after she said her ancestors were in the photos in question.       
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These machines to help people breathe were recalled a year ago. Many still use them

Safety concerns led Philips Respironics to recall millions of respiratory machines. A year later, many are still using them despite the possible risks.
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UNWTO gets set to host first Global Youth Tourism Summit

The event, first of its kind, is organized by UNWTO and hosted in Italy in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and the National Tourism Agency (ENIT).
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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

DOJ Wants to Know If Sidney Powell Is Funding the Jan. 6 Defense of Several Oath Keepers

The Justice Department said several defense lawyers did not respond to a question about whether they are receiving third-party funding.       
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'I Couldn't Imagine Leading and Not Being Openly Gay': How LGBTQIA+ Pride Informs Law School Leadership

The decision to be open about one's sexual orientation is a deeply personal one. But for many queer law deans, the decision's potential impact on the people they lead is often a key part of the calculus.       
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Appeals Court Allows Botanical Garden to Go Forward With COVID-19 Business Interruption Suit

ICYMI: The Appellate Division, First Department court also allowed the Botanical Garden to proceed with a related breach of the implied covenant of good faith claim against the insurance company.       
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How I Made Practice Group Co-Chair: 'I Gained the Trust of the Attorneys in My Practice Group,' Says Haima Marlier of Morrison & Foerster

ICYMI: "Listen and then listen again. Then advocate for what is best for the group, versus any one individual."       
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GIATA restructures sales and business development departments

Kalina Nikolova will take the lead of the newly-formed division with immediate effect as Director of Business Development. Rainer Schäfer is taking over the responsibilities of Kalina as Vice President Sales. Claudia Beckaccepts a new sales role as GIATA’s contact person for tour operators with immediate effect.
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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

SEC Official's Speech Highlights Tensions With White-Collar Bar Over Pace of Investigations

ICYMI: The speech by SEC Enforcement Director Gurbir Grewal spurred a backlash among defense lawyers who claim that the SEC is often the cause for delay in securities investigations.       
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How to Build—Not Burn—Bridges During the Lateral Recruiting Process

ICYMI: With lawyers in such hot demand, one thing I've noticed in the current lateral market is an unfortunate increase in unprofessional behaviors during the lateral recruiting process that we would see far less of during a down market.       
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This new California coronavirus wave isn't sticking to the script: Big spread, less illness

Despite the latest surge in coronavirus cases, the impact on hospitals has been relatively minor and COVID-19 deaths have remained fairly low and stable.
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Climate Change Risk and Disclosure: A New Focus for SEC Enforcement

ICYMI: Given the massive amount of dollars being poured into ESG funds and the SEC's renewed focus on both the funds and the companies in the funds, there is no time like the present for companies to engage in an assessment of their climate risks and how these risks and the status of the companies' ESG goals are being relayed to investors.       
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Many Holdouts Remain in Big Law's Move to Unify Pay Across Markets

While some firms have moved to nationwide compensation structures, others still see value in differentiating by the market.       
http://dlvr.it/SSYjXM

Monday, June 20, 2022

Who Got the Work? : Big Law Advises on $26B Realty Company Purchase and More

Welcome to "Who Got the Work? ," a regular column that highlights the law firms and lawyers around the country who are being brought in to handle key cases and close major deals for their clients.       
http://dlvr.it/SSXQb7

'Indoor-Outdoor Working': An Exclusive Look Inside Freshfields' New Silicon Valley Office

"People were working at home for a long time. The last thing they want to do is go to work. So we thought a lot about how to make it both look and feel polished, but also to be a very comfortable place to work," said Sarah Solum, Freshfields' U.S. managing partner.       
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'If You Don't Have 100% Capacity, It Feels Lethargic': Law Firms Are Trading Dead Space for New Digs

Farella Braun + Martel, Sherman & Howard and Davis Graham & Stubbs are just a few of the law firms in the West downsizing and upgrading their office space.       
http://dlvr.it/SSWgBz

Amid Heavy Profits, Big Law's Pro Bono Time Saw 'Significant' Drop in 2021

The Pro Bono Institute acknowledged that paid client demand increased last year and suggested that 2020 resulted in an unusually high level of pro bono work.       
http://dlvr.it/SSWg5S

Sunday, June 19, 2022

Hotel Equities celebrates official opening of Hyatt Place Columbus / Polaris

112-room Hyatt Place hotel opens in the heart of Columbus, Ohio.
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Courts 'Can't Continue' Without More Appellate Justices, California Chief Justice Says

ICYMI: "If there are going to be 23 new fully funded trial court judges, something has to happen at the courts of appeal," Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye said.       
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'I Didn't Want to Be Here': Brian Panish Testifies About Fee Dispute With Michael Avenatti

ICYMI: A star witness in a state court civil trial over an 11-year-old fee dispute, Panish revealed his own dispute over fees with Avenatti while bolstering the defense narrative of his former clients.       
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Large Group Laterals Are in Vogue: The Morning Minute

ICYMI: The news and analysis you need to start your day.       
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Saturday, June 18, 2022

CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as 6 months

U.S. health officials recommended COVID-19 vaccines for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
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'I Don't Know What Happened in the Third:' Chief Justice Launches Workgroup to Investigate Appellate Court Delays

ICYMI: In her first extensive public remarks on the issue, Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye said she was unaware of the chronic case delays in the Third District Court of Appeal.       
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U.S. Courts Demonstrate Reluctance to Extend Application of Chinese Data Security and Privacy Laws In Civil Discovery

ICYMI: Two recent Chinese laws — the Data Security Law (DSL) and the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) — include provisions aimed at restricting the cross-border transfer of China-based data foreign enforcement and judicial authorities. U.S. courts have not yet addressed whether these data protection and privacy laws could bar the production of documents in civil contexts involving governmental litigants or in criminal proceedings.       
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How the Elon Musk-Twitter Deal Could Affect Future Transactions

In this week's episode, UCLA School of Law professor Jim Park discusses the precedent Twitter would set if it were to renegotiate the deal.       
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Friday, June 17, 2022

Freshfields Appoints Next Global Disputes Head

ICYMI: The firm has been growing its global disputes practice, particularly in Germany where 'mass litigation' is taking off.       
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COVID vaccines will soon be available for kids under 5. What Californians need to know

With the CDC expected to allow COVID vaccines for infants and toddlers, California's youngest children may start receiving shots by early next week.
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