Judicial Notice: Vernon Jordan, RIP
Plus other notable legal news from the week that was.
Fast Times At 40 Foley: Second Circuit Drama In Zarda v. Altitude Express
This history-making case generated a slew of interesting, funny, and even snarky opinions.
Chrometa: Turning Time Into Billable Value For Modern Lawyers
Adoption of Chrometa represents more than a technological upgrade; it reflects a professional philosophy that values accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.
Second Circuit Blasts NSA Phone Metadata Collection Program
In a huge decision, the Second Circuit reinstated a challenge to the NSA's warrantless phone records program.
Second Circuit Did Something Incredible Last Week (If You Care About The Rights Of The Accused)
In a sharply divided en banc decision, the Second Circuit changed the playing field for criminal defendants.
A Self-Abuse of Discretion?
(Or: The most interesting ERISA opinion ever.)
A recent Second Circuit opinion raises a salacious legal issue....
Reflections on Judging from Judge Gerard Lynch
(And a defense of elitism in law clerk hiring.)
On Monday, November 16, we attended an interesting talk by Judge Gerard Lynch, formerly of the Southern District of New York and now on the Second Circuit. He spoke before the Regis Bar Association, a group of lawyers and law students who are graduates of our shared alma matter — Regis High School, an all-boys […]
The Trump Gold Card: A New $1 Million Pathway To A U.S. Green Card
A new proposal would let wealthy foreign nationals secure an opportunity for a U.S. green card with a $1 million 'gift' to the government, sparking legal and ethical debate.