Drinking
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Biglaw, Drinking, Drugs
The Grueling Biglaw Life Can Take Its Toll
Coping with substance abuse at a Biglaw firm. -
Attorney Misconduct, DUI / DWI
ADA Busted For Allegedly Driving While Drunk After Super Bowl
This allegedly intoxicated prosecutor found herself on the wrong side of the law after the big game. - Sponsored
Is The Future Of Law Distributed? Lessons From The Tech Adoption Curve
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Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 02.10.16
* Uh-oh! Martin Shkreli may have gotten more than he bargained for when he bought the one and only copy of the Wu-Tang Clan’s “Once Upon a Time in Shaolin.” An artist whose work appears on the album’s packaging has filed a copyright infringement suit against the smug pharma bro. [WSJ Law Blog]
* A Texas ADA was arrested this weekend for DWI after crashing into a parked car. According to police, it appeared as if she was trying to leave the scene. She’s been a prosecutor for almost a year, and hasn’t been put on a leave of absence for her alleged transgressions (yet). [FOX 7 Austin]
* “I don’t understand why donors should not donate money to the Law School because some moron, some racist decided to put black tape on some portraits.” Some alumni (not this guy) are uncertain if they’ll continue to donate to Harvard Law. [Harvard Crimson]
* President Obama has proposed a cybersecurity plan that’ll cost $19+ billion. Americans will learn how to better secure their accounts to prevent illegal hacks. That’s a lot of cash to teach people not to use “123456” as their password. [Big Law Business / Bloomberg]
* Have your birthday cake and eat it too, because the terms of Warner Music Group’s “Happy Birthday to You” settlement have been disclosed, and up to $14 million is up for grabs for those who’ve had to pay licensing fees to use it. [L.A. Now / Los Angeles Times]
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Biglaw, Drinking
How To Cope With A Biglaw Partner Who's An Alcoholic
The stressful, high-pressure environment of Biglaw is the dank puddle of water in which all sorts of nasty stuff is able to grow. -
Drinking, Health Care / Medicine
Can We Finally Talk About The Elephant In the Room? Mental Health Of Lawyers
What is your law firm doing to ensure the wellness of its team? -
Drinking
Stat Of The Week: Lawyers More Hungover Than Surgeons
This just in: a new study finds that the legal profession has a drinking problem. -
Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 01.15.16
* If you’re searching for a city where women lawyers elbow out men when it comes to leadership positions, then Chicago may be the place for you. Eight women serve as office managing partners there, more than any other city. [Big Law Business / Bloomberg]
* Conservative advocacy group Citizens United is back in the news, but this time it’s in search of correspondence between Chelsea Clinton and State Department officials during her mother Hillary Clinton’s time as Secretary of State. [WSJ Law Blog]
* Sometimes all it takes is a Tweet: After being referred to as a “slave” by a law firm partner, this African-American woman took to Twitter to vent about needing to start her own law firm, and she ended up meeting her new law firm partners as a result. [ELLE]
* A widow of an American who was killed during a terror attack in Jordan is suing Twitter because she claims the social networking site has given ISIS “unfettered” means to spread its hateful messages in violation of the Anti-Terrorism Act. Retweet? [Reuters]
* “18 year olds have nearly every burden and privilege of adults… except the right to drink alcohol.” That’s why three states — New Hampshire, California, and Minnesota — may soon lower their legal drinking ages, through legislation or ballot initiatives. [MTV]
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Politics
The State Of The Union Address: Let's Get Irresponsibly Drunk
Some people watch the State of the Union Address as a point of civic duty. Others like to get drunk. This is for the latter demographic. - Sponsored
The Business Case For AI At Your Law Firm
ChatGPT ushers in the age of generative AI – even for law firms. -
Law Schools
Law School Is Teaching Future Lawyers To Hide Depression And Addiction
In a profession already noted for extremely high rates of alcoholism and other addictions, it turns out the problem is being exacerbated by law schools. -
Airplanes / Aviation, Crime, Drinking
Former Biglaw Partner Who Got Wasted On Plane And Caused Flight Diversion Charged With Airplane Assault
She lost her Biglaw partnership, and now she may lose her freedom. -
Admin, Blogging, Media and Journalism, Rankings
Above The Law's Top 10 Most Popular Posts Of 2015
What were the 10 biggest stories about the legal profession in 2015, according to readers of Above the Law? -
Deaths, Guns / Firearms, Law Schools
Law Student Tragically Shot To Death During Winter Break
This law student was shot twice in the neck and torso after repeatedly banging on the wrong door. -
Drinking, Health Care / Medicine
Surprise! Lawyers Are Problem Drinkers (And Worse)
Assuming there are 10 attorneys on your team, statistically, two to three of the attorneys are suffering from drinking problems, depression, anxiety, or are contemplating suicide.
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Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 12.22.15
* Getting arrested on federal criminal charges accusing you of conspiring with loathed pharma CEO Martin Shkreli is very stressful — so one can understand why Biglaw partner Evan Greebel needs a Cancun vacation right about now. [USA Today; BloombergBusiness] * Speaking of Evan Greebel, here is a closer look at the charges against him, […]
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Biglaw
Something Upbeat And Constructive
What can we do to assist lawyers in managing their anxiety and depression, and help them feel less suicidal? -
Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 12.04.15
* It’s only been two weeks since Charlie Sheen’s HIV reveal, and the lawsuits are already starting to roll in. The actor’s ex-fiancée is suing him for big bucks and claims he failed to disclose his status to her before having unprotected sex, which is a felony in California. [Deadline]
* When you somehow avoid jail time by asserting an improbable “affluenza” defense after killing people in a drunk-driving wreck, it figures that your downfall comes via tweet. Start out your day by checking out the video of “ya boy ethan couch [allegedly] violating probation.” [Dallas Morning News]
* Remember the law prof who was banned from SUNY Buffalo Law’s campus for allegedly violating its workplace violence policy and then sued the former dean for defamation? A judge has recommended that the case be dismissed. [Buffalo News]
* Biglaw attorneys are descending upon the 21st annual Conference of the Parties (COP 21), because after all, they’ll be able to entertain clients with tales about the legalities of renewables to cut greenhouse gas emissions. [Big Law Business / Bloomberg BNA]
* Law school admins are confident the number of applicants will increase, and while fee waivers still abound, pre-law students are expecting the cycle to be “competitive.” A pulse AND the ability to sign loan docs will now be required. [Daily Pennsylvanian]
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Caption Contests
Caption Contest Winner: A Sad Biglaw Bro In A Sad Biglaw World
You'd think that a Biglaw bro could afford to enjoy a higher-quality beverage. -
Holidays and Seasons, Shopping
Black Friday For Lawyers: Our Annual Attorney Holiday Gift Guide
Avoid the crowds and complete your Black Friday shopping from the comfort of your home or office -- with a little help from your friends at Above the Law. -
Biglaw, Small Law Firms, Solo Practitioners
Law Firm Life Is Terrible For Your Health
A new study on white-collar workers is a treasure trove of bad news for lawyers. -
Holidays and Seasons, Shopping
The Lawyer Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Gifts For The Attorney In Your Life
The Work From Home 2020 Edition.