Above the Law

Elon Musk Sets His Sights On Skadden — See Also

Announcing Battle By Tweet: Biglaw firm in the hot seat for challenging conspiracy laden Dinesh D’Souza film.

Jenner & Block Joins The Trump Hit List: Let's see how they respond!

Due Process So Bad That Godwin's Law Showed Up: D.C. Circuit judge says that Nazis had better due process than Venezuelan nationals.

American Constitutional Society Calls Out Law School Deans: Who will be the next to speak up?

Time Flushes Out The Nonsense: And this Paul Weiss interview aged horribly.

Where Inefficiency (Still) Plagues Today’s Legal Departments

In-house lawyers have yet to find their ideal workday, but your team can do better, according to this new survey report. 

The Networking Chef: Blending Professionalism With Personal Connection

Here’s how you can infuse this blend into your interactions.

Deep Research

Legal professionals and professionals in other mission critical industries will find value in Deep Research, just as many attorneys start their research on the internet.

CLE Webinar: Conflicts, Contracts & Costs: Tuning Up Your Office Systems, Client Relationships & Operating Documents

Join us tomorrow where we'll speak on the strategic implications of adapting ethical practices to a distributed environment.

Nobody Beats The Wiz

Ultimately, the proposed purchase of Wiz by Google raises the potential value of the patent lawsuit even higher to the parties, making the case even more worthy of our attention going forward.

How Are Hospitals Faring Financially In 2025?

Hospitals started 2025 with a stable financial performance driven by strong patient volumes, but rising costs for drugs, supplies, and services continue to put major pressure on margins.

Morning Docket: 03.25.25

* We’re apparently at the “Nazis got better treatment” stage of this administration. [CBS News]

* Hegseth took to social media to mock Judge Reyes by suggesting she take over the Department of Defense… honestly that might not be a bad idea. [The Atlantic]

* Government not worried about measles but laser focused on conspiracies about baby formula. [Bloomberg Law News]

* US Supreme Court “wrestles” with following the law even when it disadvantages the Republican Party. [Reuters]

* Crypto still a focus say agencies working for a president literally hawking a memecoin. [Law360]

* EEOC going after firms for working with non-profits with diversity angles. [American Lawyer]

* LBR and ALM merge, Well “merge” with LBR taking over executive leadership so decipher that as a merger vs acquisition as you will. [Legal IT Insider]

Small Firm, Hard Hits — See Also

Boutique Law Firm Punches Back Against The Trump Administration: Paul Weiss should be taking notes.

The Story On Saving Hide: Here’s some intel on why Paul Weiss bent the knee.

Alina Habba Got A Promotion: Great for her; probably bad for New Jersey.

Former Clerks Get Preferential Treatment!: $175k signing bonus!

Jessica Aber Passed Away In Her Home: We extend our condolences to her family and friends.

Ever Use 23andMe? You Might Want To Take Action

Finding out you have .004% Scandinavian heritage was all fun and games till now.

Quest Diagnostics Strikes Generative AI Partnership With Google Cloud

Quest Diagnostics teamed up with Google Cloud. The collaboration seeks to deliver new AI capabilities — including predictive population health analytics, customized physician results reporting, and individualized patient engagement.

Why Authenticity Matters In Law: A Conversation With Hannah Beko

AI can be a surprising ally in this journey.

Legalweek 2025: Put An AI On It!

If it beeps and boops it will soon proudly have AI inside.

Harvard Law Professor Compares MAGA Politics To Deadly ‘Virus’ Set To Take Out American Democracy

It's time to fight against the 'virus.'

Trump, Tariffs, And ‘The Boy Who Cried Wolf’

How does someone invest in an environment like this?