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Lawyer Collapses And Dies Of Heart Attack During Zoom Hearing

Our condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.

The Silver Lining Of Our Election Cloud

I offer one silver lining of this election that I'm pretty confident about, and one about which I'm less sure.

Here’s A Little Reminder Of How Little Jay Clayton Cares Anymore

The SEC strikes a generous profit-sharing arrangement with the people who allegedly hacked it.

Morning Docket: 11.09.20

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* Kanye West is facing a lawsuit for reportedly failing to pay individuals who worked on one of his performances. If true, “how could you be so heartless?” [OK Magazine]

* Lawyers representing Stephen Bannon in his criminal case moved to withdraw from the representations after Bannon seemed to suggest beheading Dr. Anthony Fauci and others. [Hill]

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Welcome Back, Cooley! — See Also

“Second-Best Law School” Hits Another Snag: Thomas M. Cooley is back!

New Jersey Law Seems Wild: Fighting, missing bar results, interbranch conflict, wiretapping investigations… wow.

What’s The Billing Code For Espionage?: Spying allegations in bonkers Biglaw story.

Speaking Of Billing…: Republican election lawyers know this is over but that’s not stopping them from billing the Trump campaign.

This Biglaw Firm’s Sporting Reputation Is Tops

Well done!

The State Of U.S. Democracy

Notes to my (legal) self.

Massachusetts Voters Overwhelmingly Support Expanded ‘Right To Repair’ Law

A good first step.

We Have Good News And Bad News For Odey Asset Management Investors

He’s going to focus full-time on losing your money. (And the chickens. And defending himself against sexual assault charges.)

It’s All Over But The Pointless, Frivolous Lawsuits

Rudy, it's your moment to shine!

90-Day Known Expert: Week 8 Roundup

From outlines to sh*tty first drafts...

Stat Of The Week: A Banner Night For Weed And Booze

These industries scored.  

Republican Lawmakers Question Trump’s Claims Of Election Fraud — Without Mentioning His Name, Of Course

C'mon, man! These claims are 'insane,' per one congressman.

Bret Bielema’s Case Against The Razorback Foundation Goes Off The Rails

Reputations may be on the line, as well as the possibility for punitive action by the bench.

Spying On A Biglaw Partner Is TOTALLY NORMAL, Attorney Tells Judge

This is... one way to deal with litigation.