American Bar Association Introduces Pilot Program for Test …
Nov 13, 2024 · In a transformative move, the American Bar Association (ABA) has opened a pathway allowing law schools to experiment with test-optional admissions, bypassing the requirement for the Law School ...
Cravath and Paul Hastings Lead Biglaw Bonus Season with …
Nov 20, 2024 · As the end of the year approaches, Cravath and Paul Hastings have set the tone for Biglaw bonus season by announcing competitive 2024 bonus scales for their associates. These updates highlight the ...
Biglaw Bonuses 2024: Top Firms and Elite Boutiques Keep the …
Nov 25, 2024 · As year-end approaches, bonus announcements are flooding in from top-tier law firms and elite boutiques alike, creating a ripple effect across the legal industry. Thanks to the Milbank scale ...
Bar Exam Pass Rates on the Rise Across the U.S. in July 2024
Oct 4, 2024 · The July 2024 bar exam is shaping up to be a positive one for test-takers, with pass rates trending upward across many states. With more than half of U.S. states reporting their results by early ...
Biglaw's 2024 Revenue Boom: A Deep Dive into Wells Fargo's …
Nov 20, 2024 · The Wells Fargo Legal Specialty Group’s nine-month 2024 survey paints a bright picture for Biglaw, showcasing exceptional growth fueled by robust corporate practices and strategic rate increases.
California State Bar Adopts Case-by-Case Approach to Campus …
Dec 4, 2024 · The State Bar of California has introduced a case-by-case framework for assessing law school graduates’ involvement in campus protests as part of the moral character review required for attorney ...
California Bar Exam to Allow Remote and Out-of-State Testing in …
Oct 14, 2024 · New Bar Exam Policy Set to Begin in February California bar examinees may soon have the option to take the attorney licensing exam outside the state, pending final approval for a February 2024 launch.
Legal Professionals Acknowledge Importance of Well-Being but …
Oct 11, 2024 · Introduction A recent report from Bloomberg Law highlights a significant gap between the availability of well-being education and its utilization by legal professionals. Despite widespread access ...
Texas Federal Judge Penalizes Lawyer for Using Fabricated AI …
Nov 27, 2024 · The legal field continues to confront the challenges posed by generative artificial intelligence (AI), as another attorney faces disciplinary action for relying on unverified AI-generated research.
The Hidden Struggle: Alcohol Addiction in the Legal Profession
Nov 25, 2024 · The legal profession is notorious for its high-stress environment, demanding work hours, and competitive culture. While these factors drive many lawyers to achieve excellence, they also contribute ...