April 2007
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Adriana Dominguez, Law Schools, Nude Dancing, Pornography, Videos
The Jurisdiction Stripper: Tips on Adriana Dominguez, Please
We’ve been enjoying the story of Adriana Dominguez, the Brooklyn Law School student who made a nude video for Playboy TV. And based on the number of people who have been visiting ATL by Googling her, it seems that we’re not alone. We’d like to “own” this story, covering every aspect of it, no matter […] -
Brett Kavanaugh, Federal Judges, Hair, Law Schools, Rudeness, Samuel Alito, Screw-Ups, Susan Graber, Videos
Wherein We Embarrass Ourselves at the Moot Court Finals
Next time you hear a cell phone go off in a movie or at the theater, and think to yourself, “What an a**hole!”, remind yourself: Someday YOU might be that a**hole. Watch this video, from the start of the Harlan Fiske Stone Moot Court finals, which we attended at Columbia Law School earlier this week. […] - Sponsored
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Aaron Charney, Biglaw, Gay, Jews, Kids, Money
Brokeback Lawfirm: More Speculation on the Charney Family Fortune
Our recent post about Aaron Charney and his well-to-do family background generated tons of discussion (about 90 reader comments). We’d like to pass along two pieces of additional information on the subject. From a tipster who went to the same temple in the Syracause area (Temple Adath Yeshuran) as the Charney family: “The Charneys do […]
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Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 04.13.07
* White House says it “screwed up” in not preserving e-mails relating to US Attorneygate. [CNN] * But officer, I am a legitimate businessman in the unregulated dietary supplements industry. [MSNBC] * Murder trial of minister’s wife begins. [CNN] * Did you hear the one about the opening on AG Gonzales’s staff? [Washington Post via […]
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Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 04.12.07
* Former paralegal and current law student, here is an example of when a woman is justified in worrying about clothes making the (wo)man. [San Francisco Chronicle] * If you can’t trust the Geek Squad, who can you trust? But you know, even geeks have needs. [Los Angeles Times] * Act like a baboon, get […] -
Adriana Dominguez
The Jurisdiction Stripper: Two More Polls
Prompted by various comments, here are two more polls on Adriana Dominguez, the Brooklyn Law School student turned stripper: -
Aaron Charney, Lavi Soloway
Brokeback Lawfirm: Lavi Soloway's Take
If you’re seeking a more substantive analysis of this morning’s hearing in Charney v. Sullivan & Cromwell, check out this post by Lavi Soloway. A Law Unto Itself ? Aaron Charney v Sullivan & Cromwell Returns to Court [Soloway] -
Adriana Dominguez, Law Schools, Nude Dancing, Pornography, Reader Polls, Videos
Adriana Dominguez: What Do YOU Think?
Everyone seems to have an opinion on Adriana Dominguez, the Brooklyn Law School student who made a video for Playboy TV. We’d like to get a more systematic handle on people’s views: - Sponsored
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Brett Kavanaugh, Law Schools, Samuel Alito, Susan Graber, Videos
At the Harlan Fiske Stone Moot Court Finals
Yesterday afternoon, we attended the Harlan Fiske Stone Moot Court finals, at Columbia Law School. We interviewed the four finalists prior to the arguments. Here’s our interview with Eric Chesin and Geoffrey Reed: And here’s our interview with David Gringer and Patrick Somers: After impressive arguments, and deliberation by the distinguished panel — Justice Samuel […] -
Aaron Charney, Bernard Fried, Biglaw, Fashion, Gay
Back from the Charney v. Sullivan & Cromwell Hearing
We’re back from today’s hearing in Charney v. Sullivan & Cromwell. In terms of entertainment value, it was a bit of a disappointment. It was a pretty straightforward proceeding. No salacious accusations of destroyed hard drives; no mystery lawyers popping out of the audience to join in the fun; no mention of attorney disciplinary proceedings. […] -
Admin, Contests, Law Schools, Reader Polls, Sports
ATL March Madness: Polls Close Tomorrow
We’re closing the polls tomorrow, Friday the 13th (yikes), at 3 PM (Eastern time). To cast your ballot, click here. Earlier: ATL March Madness: A New Final Four -
Aaron Charney, Admin
Programming Note: Off to the Charney Hearing
It’s a wet and windy day here in New York City. We’re heading downtown to cover the big hearing today in Charney v. Sullivan & Cromwell, which starts at 9:30. We’re probably going to arrive late, but better late than never. We’ll be back online later today. -
Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 04.12.07
* MSNBC drops Don Imus’ morning show after racist comments. [CNN] * Should a physician’s apology constitute evidence of liability? [CNN] * Religious conservatives 4 Bong Hits. [Village Voice] * Vote early and legitimately. [New York Times] * Full page ad in the WSJ has some contract types scratching their heads. [WSJ Law Blog]
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Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 04.11.07
* When I think of little bullies, I think of Moe. Calvin and Hobbes was really the best comic strip ever. [New York Daily News] * Way before eco-celebrity and inconvenient truths there was Dr. Bronner’s, whose bottle labels are so fun to read in the shower. [Los Angeles Times] * This is also known […] -
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Programming Note: We're Movin' on Up
To Morningside Heights and Columbia Law School. We’re attending their judicial celebrity-fest of a Moot Court final, and then we’re giving a talk, sponsored by the CLS Federalist Society. Here are the details for our appearance: Wednesay, April 11, 6:00 PMColumbia Law SchoolJerome Greene Hall, Room 102435 West 116th St. (at Amsterdam Avenue) So we […] -
Aaron Charney, Biglaw, Fashion, Gay
Brokeback Lawfirm: Aaron Charney's Doing Just Fine, Thank You
In response to our earlier request for information about how plaintiff Aaron Charney is supporting himself while his discrimination and retaliation case against Sullivan & Cromwell goes forward, we received a VERY interesting tip: “I don’t have specific knowledge but I lived on Charney’s freshman dorm floor at Georgetown (he left after only one semester, […] -
Weddings
Legal Eagle Wedding Watch, April 8: Love Blossoms
We have to step out for a lunch meeting. But we won’t leave you without entertainment in the meantime. In case you missed the earlier announcement, we have a wonderfully talented new writer here at Legal Eagle Wedding Watch. Please give it up for the fabulous Laurie Lin!!! Laurie’s first LEWW column appeared here. And […] -
Adriana Dominguez, Law Schools, Pornography, Sex Scandals, Videos
The Jurisdiction Stripper: Adriana Dominguez's Ex Speaks Out
Speaking of the New York tabloids, they’re having a field day — as well they should — with the story of Adriana Dominguez, the Brooklyn Law School student cum Playboy TV stripper (blogged about here and here). Here’s the latest article, from the New York Daily News, about this legally blonde, Ivy League-educated exhibitionist. An […] -
Crime, Duke Lacrosse Team Rape Case, Michael Nifong, Rape
Breaking: Duke Lacrosse Team 'Rape' Case Going Away
Look for an official announcement later today: The office of North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper will announce that he is dismissing all charges against three Duke Lacrosse players, ABC News has learned from sources close to the case…. Cooper will announce his decision regarding the case at the North Carolina Attorney General’s office in […] -
Anna Nicole Smith, Celebrities, Kids, Media and Journalism, Trusts and Estates
I Love New York... Tabloids
Along with London, New York is one of the great tabloid cities of the world. When we opened the door of our hotel room this morning, we were greeted by this sight: The news has been mentioned in a few places on ATL (e.g., comments, Morning Docket). But for those of you who haven’t been […]