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California Bar Reveals It Used AI For Exam Questions, Because Of Course It Did

The hits just keep on coming.

SCOTUSblog Gets Gobbled Up By Right-Leaning Media

There's little faith SCOTUSblog will remain the same.

Why The IRS Went Through 4 Acting Commissioners In 3 Months

Half of the population sees this as an example of Trump’s incompetence or as a sign that IRS leadership has no confidence in the agency's direction.

Trump Won’t Try To Illegally Fire Powell: He’ll Let The Fed Save The Economy Then Take Credit

Signs point to yes. Or no. But definitely, one of those two.

Donna Adelson’s Attempt To Disqualify Judge Fails

It was the latest in a long line of delays.

Biglaw Brings In Big Bucks

And the world continues to melt.

U.S. News Ranks The Best Law Schools For Getting Biglaw Jobs (2025)

Of course, as with all U.S. News rankings, this one is filled with ties, ties, and more ties.

How MyCase’s Smart Spend Can Help Increase Your Profits

This tweak to your financial management seems like a no-brainer. 

Time Is Running Out: Submit Your Entries For Above The Law’s 16th Annual Law Revue Video Contest!

Send us your submissions by FRIDAY, APRIL 25, at 5:00 P.M. (Eastern time).

What Do *YOU* Think About Biglaw’s Capitulation To Donald Trump?

How should Biglaw respond to the government’s threats? Tell us what you think in this anonymous survey.

We Belong: Join MothersEsquire For A Conference Celebrating Mothers Working In The Legal Profession

On May 8th and 9th, join in to support lawyer moms.

Law Students Signing Pledge To Refuse Offers From Collaborating Biglaw Firms

Add your name to the list.

Kids Testify The Darnedest Things… When Forced To Represent Themselves By The Trump Administration

There are a lot of restraining orders being ignored right now so you might've forgotten about this one.

Telehealth Fraud & Compliance: Preventing ‘Pill Mills’ While Ensuring Access To Care

The future of telehealth is trust, combined with patient education. As the market matures, all parties — providers, regulators, and platforms — must collaborate to sustain that trust.

Morning Docket: 04.23.25

* Sarah Palin loses to the New York Times again. [MSNBC]

* Eric Adams prosecutors detail corrupt bargain. [New York Law Journal]

* David Lat breaks down how lateral partner moves contribute to Biglaw’s crisis of courage. [Bloomberg Law News]

* Law schools growing worried about erosion of rule of law. [Law.com]

* Guys, I don’t think Mark Zuckerberg was properly counseled about how to avoid antitrust issues. [Law360]

* Or EU law for that matter… though this one also tags Apple. [Reuters]

* Super healthy when the British are writing explainers on American tyranny. [BBC]