* Bad news for Howrey: Gary Bendinger, co-chair of litigation, is leaving for Sidley Austin, along with two other litigation partners, Gregory Ballard and Kevin Burke. [Am Law Daily]
* Richard Epstein and Megan McArdle on today’s judicial smackdown of Obamacare. [Instapundit]
* Quipped our tipster: “Three cheers to annoying psychology undergrads getting mugged in West Harlem. At least Dino BBQ is here to stay.” [Columbia Spectator]
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* Just like last year, there’s some humorous motion practice going on as a result of Auburn college football scheduling. [Birmingham News]
* My pay during my AUSA days wasn’t great — but at least it was greater than zero. [S**t Law Jobs]
* It’s not too late to submit an entry for our law firm holiday card contest. [Above the Law]
* Or to RSVP for our holiday party (although we’re almost at capacity). [Above the Law]