Federal Government
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Federal Government, Sexual Harassment, Women's Issues
The Pink Ghetto: Terrible Tales Of Sexual Harassment In The Federal Government
Women working as attorneys in the federal government — including the Department of Justice — must endure sexual harassment, sometimes for years on end, without receiving any real recompense. -
Federal Government, Shira Scheindlin
Judge Shira Scheindlin Is Stepping Down
After 22 years, this federal judge is calling it quits. - Sponsored
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Federal Judges, In-House Counsel, Rape
The Judge Roberts Allegations -- Perspectives Of A Roberts Clerk
A former clerk reacts to the news of Judge Roberts's retirement and the allegations of rape.
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Federal Judges, Rape
Federal Judge Retires Amid Rape Allegations
Allegations emerge that a now-former federal judge raped a 16-year-old girl in 1981. -
Disasters / Emergencies, Federal Government
'The Picasso Of The Legal Field'
He's either loved or hated for his work -- but from 9/11 to the Boston Marathon bombings, Ken Feinberg is the go-to name in managing disasters. -
White-Collar Crime
President Trump: How Bad Could It Get?
Trump's Justice Department could be a frightening thing given our federal judiciary. -
Department of Justice, Federal Government, SCOTUS, Supreme Court
Congratulations To The 2016 Bristow Fellows
Which law schools and judges send the most people into prestigious Bristow Fellowships? -
Non-Sequiturs
Non-Sequiturs: 02.18.16
* When Virginia Law Weekly and the Virginia Law Review played their annual football game in 1970, then-Professor Antonin Scalia served as the referee. At the end of one play — that ended in a momentum-changing interception — Scalia overturned the result with a critical “too many men on the field” call. If anyone knew the importance of a recount, it was Justice Scalia. [More Us (UVA Law Library)]
* More fallout on the propriety of Justice Scalia’s trip to Cibolo Creek Ranch as a guest of John Poindexter — who had business before the Court last year. Was that ethical? Well, always remember that in the sober world of judicial ethics, the Sigma Nu kegger. [National Law Journal]
* Speaking of Justice Scalia, with a political fight set to embroil the Court, perhaps Chief Justice Roberts should take a lesson from Chief Justice Hughes. [Maryland Appellate Blog]
* Former Scalia clerks describe their experiences working for the late justice. First up, conservative Justice Joan L. Larsen of the Michigan Supreme Court. [New York Times]
* And Gang, Tyre, Ramer & Brown partner Tara Kole on the unique challenges and rewards of serving as Scalia’s “liberal clerk.” [Washington Post]
* Looking to the next Supreme Court appointment, these charts really drive home President Obama’s commitment to opening the federal judiciary to lawyers, judges, and professors traditionally locked out of the “old boys’ club.” [Wonkblog / Washington Post]
* Did a lawyer just commit suicide by police? Over a $16,000 debt? That’s all? [Jane Genova]
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Benchslaps, Federal Government
Federal Judge Sides With Protesting Ranchers, Earns Massive Benchslap
The pet federal judge of the Oregon standoff yokels hit with a benchslap after making up law to suit their philosophy. -
Hillary Clinton, Politics
Hillary Clinton: Criminal Prosecution, Or The Presidency?
It is quite an odd scenario when your 12-month outlook contains the following possibilities: criminal charges and potential imprisonment, or holding the nation's highest office. Such is the fate of Hillary Clinton. -
Department of Justice, Loretta Lynch
Have No Fear, Attorney General Loretta Lynch Is Here
Being AG is a tough job. How can Loretta Lynch possibly do it all? -
Trivia Question of the Day
A Dubious Distinction For A Government Lawyer
This isn't a distinction to be proud of. -
Benchslaps, Federal Government
Benchslap Unloads On District Judge For History Of Screwing Up Trials
The appeals court is getting sick and tired of benchslapping this judge.
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Biglaw, Job Searches
From Public Service To Private Practice: An Interview With Ronald Chillemi
What is the job market like for lawyers leaving government service? Here's one case study. -
Crime, Federal Government
FYI: If You Worked For The Government, Your Identity May Have Been Stolen
This holiday season, the Office of Personnel Management is giving you the gift of free identity theft monitoring. Yay? -
Federal Government, Job Searches, Securities and Exchange Commission, U.S. Attorneys Offices
8 Tips For Getting Into -- And Out Of -- A Job As A Federal Government Lawyer
Here's some helpful advice for lawyers interested in working as AUSAs or at the SEC. -
Morning Docket
Morning Docket: 09.28.15
* Jurors in the criminal trial for former leaders of Dewey & LeBoeuf have reviewed evidence for a full week already, and will return to court today for their eighth day of deliberations. At least the defendants will be able to keep killing time on Candy Crush. [WSJ Law Blog]
* A federal judge denied the UFC’s motion to dismiss an antitrust lawsuit that was filed against it by current and former fighters over the organization’s monopolization of the MMA industry. It’s time to bring in an armbar submission artist to stop the UFC for good. [ESPN]
* “I don’t want to leave my successor a dirty barn.” Hot on the heels of his surprise resignation, House Speaker John Boehner has vowed to avoid a government shutdown and pass some legislation before his time is up. Well, it’s good to have goals. [Reuters]
* Volkswagen can expect nothing less than a “tsunami” of lawsuits and legal proceedings thanks to its emissions scandal. On the bright side, Kirkland & Ellis is going to be able to reap the rewards of thousands of billable hours. [Chicago Tribune; Automotive News]
* TV staffers who worked on “The Following” and “The Blacklist” filed suit against production companies Warner Brothers, NBC, and Sony, alleging they were forced to work 24 hours straight — and pee in bottles — without being paid overtime. [New York Post]
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Federal Government, Job Searches
Another Job Opportunity For Graduating Law Students
If you're a 3L looking for a job after graduation, here's one opportunity to consider. -
Department of Justice, Federal Government, Job Searches
Reminder: DOJ And Other Honors Program Applications Are Due Soon
Are you aware of all these great job opportunities for graduating law students and recent law school graduates? -
Department of Justice, SCOTUS, Solicitor General's Office, Supreme Court
A Great Legal Job, Or The Greatest Legal Job?
A wide-ranging discussion about the post of U.S. Solicitor General, which some consider to be the best legal job in the United States.