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Chaos Reigns: Notre Dame Law School Tells Non-Wealthy Students ‘Thanks, But No Thanks’

Nothing like this has ever happened before.

Morning Docket: 04.07.21

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* The NRA’s top lawyer claims he was not consulted on the group’s bankruptcy filing. Guess the organization might be shooting from the hip… [LAw360]

* A high-profile Nevada lawyer has seemingly admitted to failing to safeguard client funds and other ethical breaches. [Las Vegas Review-Journal]

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Weigh In On The Absolutely, Positively Worst Supreme Court Justice Of All Time — See Also

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Got An Opinion On The Worst Supreme Court Justice Of Them All? Of course you do! So go vote.

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More Bonus News: From Alston & Bird, Sheppard Mullin, and Fish & Richardson.

Matt Gaetz Is Hoisted By His Own Voting Record: In light of the allegations he’s facing it says… a lot.

It’s Not Just You — This Supreme Court Is Wildly Pro-Religion

They are very consistent under Chief Justice Roberts.

Using Data For Anti-Racist Medical Research: An Interview With COTA’s Chief Legal Officer

Nadine Peters, chief legal officer of COTA, shares her journey to leadership in health data privacy law and policy recommendations for the Biden Administration on achieving health equity through data use and education.

Bye-Bye, Biglaw! Millennials Want To Go Out On Their Own.

It's no longer all about the money for some lawyers.

Leading Intellectual Property Firm Showers Associates With Bags Of Special Bonus Money

Woohoo!

Matt Gaetz Opposed Revenge Porn And Child Trafficking Laws. HUH!

Heckuva coincidence, right?

After Major Lawsuit, Condé Nast Is Reinstating Its Internship Program

It comes eight years after the publisher eliminated internships in the wake of a class-action suit.

Biglaw Firm Announces Great New Family Friendly Benefit

Helps all employees save for college expenses.

Who Is The Worst Supreme Court Justice Of All Time?

In my book, they're all terrible!

Immigration And The Biden Administration: A Changing Landscape

Immigration law expert Austin T. Fragomen, Jr. discusses the Biden Administration’s bold approach to immigration reform.

Am Law 100 Firm Latest To Join Bonus Parade

More announcements on this lovely Tuesday.

Biglaw Firm Raises Salaries For (Some) Associates, Offers Special Bonuses For All

Wonderful news!

How I’m Redefining What ‘Work Hard’ Means In 2021

While my work ethic, drive, and commitment have been a catalyst to my success, at what point do I give myself permission to establish boundaries and take on less?