Staci Zaretsky
Staci Zaretsky became an editor for Above the Law in June 2011. She has written for ATL in various capacities since August 2010. Her writing has also appeared in other publications, such as POLITICO, Judgepedia, Lawyerist, and Ms. JD. Staci graduated from Lehigh University and Western New England University School of Law, where her writing was published in the Western New England Law Review. Before deciding to pursue writing as a full-time career, Staci worked at a small law firm. Staci has been featured on various television and radio shows, like CNBC's Power Lunch, CBC News, NPR, CBS Radio News, and BBC Radio, among other programs. You can connect with Staci on Twitter, Threads, and LinkedIn, and you can reach her by email at [email protected] (for general ATL inquiries or story ideas) or [email protected] (for personal correspondence such as media inquiries or speaking invitations). She looks forward to hearing from you soon!
Posts by Staci Zaretsky
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Law Schools
Columbia Law Appoints Its First Black Dean
Columbia's first Black dean has a background in campus free speech issues. -
Biglaw
The 500 Largest Law Firms In America (2024)
Because size matters in the legal profession. Which is America's largest law firm? - Sponsored
Attention Buyer: Not All Legal AI Models Are Created Equal
Legal Gen AI – Uncover the best solution for your firm. -
Biglaw
POLL: Has Your Law Firm Declared Juneteenth A Paid Firm Holiday?
Biglaw is getting on board with Juneteenth as a holiday. Which firms are recognizing this important day?
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Biglaw
Vault 100 Rankings: The Most Prestigious Law Firms In America (2025)
Money continues to matter most for Biglaw associates. -
Courts
Joe Biden Calls Out Samuel Alito's Upside-Down Flag-Flying Shenanigans During Campaign Event
Biden sounds a note of caution, saying that the fact that Trump could appoint another Alito to the Supreme Court is 'one of the scariest parts.' -
Announcements
Where To Read And How To Contact Above The Law
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Boutique Law Firms
The Most Legendary Entertainment Lawyers (2024)
These lawyers are almost as famous as their Hollywood clients. Congratulations! -
Biglaw
The Cities With The Largest Biglaw Presence, Across The Globe
Just how global are these global law firms after all? - Sponsored
The Ethical use of Generative AI
What’s the key to empowering your legal team with the efficiency and insight of AI while protecting the integrity of their work? Read this article… -
Biglaw
Biglaw Associates, Are You Ready For A Hot Bonus Summer?
These summer bonuses may be for 'retention and recruiting' purposes, but what associate doesn't like more money? Hope your firm joins in the fun soon! -
Law Schools
Ex-IT Employee Allegedly Stole $70K From Law School To Fund His Band
He claimed that he was 'testing' the music equipment he bought without permission, and even returned some of it to the law school. -
Law Schools
The Top Law Schools For Entertainment Law (2024)
Want to represent your favorite celebrity? Choose the right law school. -
Biglaw
Biglaw Hourly Rate Increases Aren't Going To Slow Down Any Time Soon
Biglaw firms are going to keep increasing their hourly rates -- and clients are going to keep paying them. -
Biglaw
The Hollywood 100: America's Top Entertainment 'Power Lawyers' (2024)
Which lawyers were honored on this year's illustrious list of entertainment dealmakers and litigators?
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The Ethical use of Generative AI
What’s the key to empowering your legal team with the efficiency and insight of AI while protecting the integrity of their work? Read this article…
Sponsored
How To Maximize Productivity With Westlaw Precision With CoCounsel
Westlaw Precision with CoCounsel helps legal professionals get a faster start to their research. Over time, that added productivity can lead to higher-quality research and…
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New Report - Are Small Firms Achieving Their Legal Tech Goals?
In this new report of more than 100 professionals at small and smaller midsize law firms, iManage and Above the Law shed new light on…
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Mitigating M&A Cyber Risk: Pre- & Post-Acquisition Due Diligence
Why M&A cybersecurity due diligence?
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Attention Buyer: Not All Legal AI Models Are Created Equal
Legal Gen AI – Uncover the best solution for your firm.
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Boutique Law Firms
Elite Law Firm Wows Associates With Summer Bonuses
Summer bonuses have officially arrived for associates, but will the rest of Biglaw follow? Stay tuned! -
Courts
Rudy Giuliani Posts Bond In Election Subversion Case, Smiles Pretty For Mugshot
America's Mayor is all smiles in his second mugshot related to alleged election crimes. -
Biglaw
Midsize Boston Firm Seeks Merger Partner After Losing Nearly 50 Lawyers To Biglaw In Mass Lateral Moves
Is it time to wave goodbye to this firm, or will a merger partner come to its rescue? -
Government
Texas ADA Arrested After Allegedly Threatening To Shoot Roommate Following Porn-Streaming Dispute
This is one of the more embarrassing ways for an attorney to face the prospect of losing their job. -
Government, Technology
Former Homeland Security Secretary Warns Of The Danger AI Poses To Democracy
With an election nearly upon us, it's a good time to think about guarding against cyberattacks and deepfakes that could affect voting. -
Biglaw
Cravath To Leave Its London Office After Decades, Move To Smaller Space
Other firms in London are increasing their office space, while Cravath is shrinking its square footage. -
Courts
Trump Probably Won't Have Much Luck With His Appeal
Trump is facing 'long odds' in the appeal of his conviction.