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Judge Cites Heavier Texas Caseloads Among Reasons to Keep Musk SEC Action in DC
U.S. District Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan wrote it's feasible the case could have been brought in the Texas court, and the SEC hadn't shown a link between the case and the D.C. forum other than the case being a securities matter, but Musk's argument wasn't enough to supersede courts' deference to a plaintiff's choice of forum.
The Art of Writing Thank You Notes In the Legal Profession
In an era dominated by digital communication, the simple thank you note often feels like a relic from the past. Yet, in the legal profession — a field built on relationships, trust, and reputation — the handwritten or carefully crafted thank you remains one of the most powerful gestures of professionalism. Whether addressed to a client, a mentor, a colleague, or even opposing counsel, the art of writing a thoughtful thank you note can strengthen connections and elevate your professional presence.
How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Cultivating Referral Sources Is Crucial,' Says Eric Bernheim of FLB Law
"Cultivating referral sources and building a client base is crucial. Many firms struggle with how to incentivize young lawyers to engage in business development while maintaining billable hours. The ability to bring in clients provides job security and career flexibility, which I experienced firsthand when transitioning to our own firm."
State Appellate Court Clears Way for Class Action Over Film-Financing Fraud Claims
The plaintiff and class claim the defendants defrauded them of millions and engaged in a “complex Ponzi-like scheme to solicit investors and funding for movie productions.
Getting Called Up to the Show: A Preview of 'Supreme Court Brief' with Jimmy Hoover
The ALM Podcast family just got a little larger. Next week, the "Supreme Court Brief" debuts on the ALM Podcast Network ... and the Legal Speak gang couldn't be happier to welcome the show into the fold. Patrick and Cedra are joined by the show's host, Supreme Court Reporter at The National Law Journal, Jimmy Hoover, for a little intro of Jimmy himself, and on what to expect in the new show.
The End of Google Page One: How AI Is Transforming the Buyer Journey
For more than a decade, Google was the default gateway to inbound leads. Law firms built content strategies around page-one rankings, and legal technology companies poured budget into paid search ads because visibility at the top of the results meant visibility in the pipeline. But that era is ending.
Character.AI Takes Down Allegedly Infringing Characters From Platform After Disney Sends Cease-and-Desist Letter
Artificial intelligence startup Character.AI confirmed in a statement that it had removed several characters generated by its customizable AI chatbot platform after the Walt Disney Co. accused it in a cease-and-desist letter of infringing its intellectual property.
LA Judge Rejects 2026 Wildfire Trial Date as Edison Pitches Payment Plan
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Laura Seigle refused plaintiffs' request to move up the first trial over the Eaton wildfire to September 2026. The current date is January 2027.
Judge Dismisses Whistleblower Action Against Anthem Insurance
The relators conveyed they plan to amend the complaint, "and they hope that Indiana Medicaid will state its concern with the alleged violations and start taking affirmative steps to recover the alleged overpayments."
US Judge Says Government Shutdown Will Not Pause Urgent DOJ Civil Proceedings
U.S. District Chief Judge James E. Boasberg ordered the Trump administration to file timely responses to any motions seeking extraordinary relief in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia but otherwise paused the government's filing deadlines in other civil proceedings until after Congress reopens the government following a lapse of appropriations.
