Legal News & Industry Insights

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Covington Ramps Up Novo Nordisk’s Legal Blitz for Ozempic Trademark Cases
Covington & Burling is handling a string of trademark infringement cases for Novo Nordisk, the drugmaker behind Ozempic, which has...
August 14, 2025
The Business of Law Thrives on Competition. But the Ultimate Casualty? Lawyers’ Mental Health
One of the main work-related factors contributing to lawyers’ mental health issues is the legal industry’s high standards and demands...
August 14, 2025
Missing: Biglaw’s Summer Bonus Matches
Milbank passes out summer bonuses but will other firms follow?
August 14, 2025
The A-List, Built on Stability, Enters an Unstable Era in Big Law
For the fourth year in a row, Munger Tolles & Olson has maintained its top spot.
August 14, 2025
Proskauer Expands London Offering with White & Case Partner Hire
Peter Mason, a White & Case leveraged finance partner, has joined Proskauer Rose.
August 14, 2025
Law Firms Monitor for Collections Slowdown, as Billing Rates Keep Growing
Due in part to increases in billing rates, law firm revenue and profitability have seen a comparatively smooth year.
August 14, 2025
Texas’ Top Legal Executives See Pay Shift as Oil and Gas Lose Dominance in GC Compensation Rankings
The oil and gas industry has changed, according to the most recent General Counsel (GC) compensation report for Texas.
August 14, 2025
Patent Office Formally Ends Expedited Design Patent Examination
The US Patent and Trademark Office has formally discontinued expedited review of design patent applications.
August 14, 2025
Reed Smith Appoints New Los Angeles Office Managing Partner
Benjamin Fliegel was appointed as Reed Smith’s new managing partner for their Los Angeles office.
August 14, 2025
Five More Attorneys Added to Smith Anderson Roster
Five new lawyers with a range of backgrounds have joined Smith Anderson.
August 14, 2025
BakerHostetler Hires Cooley Securities Litigation Atty
A seasoned litigator with over 25 years of BigLaw experience, most recently with Cooley LLP, has joined BakerHostetler’s white collar,...
August 13, 2025
Kirkland & Ellis Snags Veteran Skadden Antitrust Partner
After over eighteen years, Maria Raptis departed Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom. Raptis will continue to counsel clients before...
August 13, 2025