In April, Legal Speak spoke with a legal audience of general counsels, technologists, executives and industry professionals from multinational companies live on location at the General Counsel Midwest […]
Why Law Firm Practice Group Leaders Must Become Change Agents
For decades, law firms have operated on a relatively stable business model—one driven by billable hours, long-standing client relationships, and hierarchical firm structures. However, today’s legal landscape is […]
How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Cultivating a Culture of Mutual Trust Is Essential,' Says Gina Piazza of Tarter Krinsky & Drogin
“Finally, and perhaps most importantly, cultivating a culture of mutual trust within your practice is essential. As a leader, you must earn the confidence of every team member […]
Artist Partner Group Files Copyright Lawsuit Against Create Music
The independent label and publishing company Artist Partner Group (APG) sued Create Music Group on Tuesday (Jan. 21), accusing the company of violating copyrights by uploading and monetizing […]
Limp Bizkit Sues Universal Music Group Over $200 Million in Unpaid Royalties — Justia News — October 9, 2024
On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, rock band Limp Bizkit filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group in the U.S. District Court, Central District of California, alleging that the […]
Plane Crash Victims’ Negligence Suit Sustained Against Flight Training Group
Finding Florida law applies to educational malpractice claims brought by the families of the victims of a 2018 plane crash in Cuba, a federal judge in Illinois is […]
Rimon Deepens Global Lending Practice With Group From Akin
In search of greater autonomy over their financing practice, three Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld partners have joined distributed firm Rimon in London and Washington, D.C., with […]
With Investigation Practices in Hot Demand, Shook Launches Group That Emphasizes Government Expertise
More law firms are investing in white-collar defense and investigation practices, adding laterals or creating dedicated practices, amid robust enforcement activity. Shook, Hardy & Bacon, which has traditionally focused […]
Kirkland Group, Seeking Brand Recognition in ‘Silicon Slope,’ Moves to Wilson Sonsini
Looking to capture the rising tide of legal needs in the Rocky Mountain West’s “Silicon Slope,” a group of commercial litigators in Kirkland & Ellis’ Salt Lake City office is […]
New Wave Group The Plimsouls Win Legal Battle Over Band Name
Members of the 1980s new wave band The Plimsouls have won a legal ruling against the group’s guitarist over the trademark rights to the band’s name – the […]