A $2 Billion Powerhouse Shaped by AI and Energy Transitions Latham & Watkins’ energy and infrastructure practice, a significant revenue engine for the firm, now accounts for over a third of its income ...

The Decline of the Billable Hour in the Legal Industry For decades, the legal profession has debated the potential demise of the traditional billable hour. This conversation has gained renewed ...

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is exploring the possibility of establishing a law school to address a longstanding gap in legal education and services in West Texas. A recently released ...

Over the past two decades, law school students have consistently rated their educational experiences highly. According to the Law School Survey of Student Engagement (LSSSE), nearly 80% of law ...

Key Departures Shake Weil, Gotshal & Manges In a challenging week for Weil, Gotshal & Manges, three prominent practice leaders have left the prestigious BigLaw firm. This comes at a time when the firm ...

The role of a law professor remains one of the most sought-after positions in the legal world, offering intellectual challenge, academic freedom, and the ability to shape future lawyers. But while the ...

Ben Sasse, the former University of Florida (UF) president and a Republican ex-senator from Nebraska stepped down from his position in July 2024, only 17 months into a lucrative $10 million five-year ...

For the first time in history, women now represent the majority of law firm associates, marking a significant demographic shift in the legal profession. Additionally, women account for over 40% of ...

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.

In a significant ruling addressing the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and academic integrity, a federal judge has denied a Massachusetts family’s attempt to compel their son’s school to ...

Ropes & Gray Expands in Midtown Manhattan with Landmark Lease Ropes & Gray, the Boston-founded law firm known for its prowess in corporate transactions and M&A, is making a major move in New York City ...