Congratulations to the Minority 40 Under 40
Congratulations to the “Minority 40 Under 40.” This is a distinguished group of 40 minority lawyers, all under the age of 40, who have just been honored by the National Law Journal for their...
View ArticleGrammer Pole of the Weak: The Meaning of ‘Diversity’
In Grammer Pole of the Weak, we typically tackle issues of English grammar and usage, as well as questions of style (in terms of legal writing, not fashion). Last week, we delved into the fun topic of...
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The Best Law Firms for Diversity (2013)
Which major law firms get top scores for diversity? Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags: Arnold & Porter, Baker Donelson, Baker Donelson Bearman...
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Everything’s Bigger in Texas — Including the Lack of Diversity in Biglaw
Which Biglaw firms in Texas aren’t doing so well when it comes to diversity? Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags: African-American, Asians, Biglaw,...
View ArticleMorning Docket: 09.20.12
* Are you ready for some Supreme gossip? In remarks delivered at Colorado Law, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg predicted that the Defense of Marriage Act would be argued “toward the end of...
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The ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions with Jim Maiwurm of Squire Sanders
Jim Maiwurm of Squire Sanders shares his insights into the legal profession. Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags: Advice, Ask the Experts, Biglaw, Books,...
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Morning Docket: 05.28.13
* Let’s get ready to rumble! Some of the Supreme Court’s most controversial opinions yet are expected to be rolled out in the coming weeks — and maybe even today. Stay tuned for news. [CNN] * Let’s see...
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No, Biglaw, When It Comes to Diversity, You’re Not ‘There’ Yet
Is there such a thing as “diversity fatigue” in the legal profession? Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags: Biglaw, Diversity, Hiring, Law Firm Diversity,...
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The ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions with Gary Sasso of Carlton Fields
Gary Sasso, president and CEO of Carlton Fields, answers 10 questions as part of the ATL Interrogatories. Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags: Advice, Ask...
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The ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions with Peter Devlin from Fish & Richardson
Peter J. Devlin of Fish & Richardson answers 10 questions for The ATL Interrogatories. Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags: Advice, Ask the Experts,...
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The ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions with Jeffrey Stone from McDermott Will...
Jeffrey Stone, co-chair of McDermott Will & Emery, participates in the ATL Interrogatories (sponsored by Lateral Link). Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on...
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The Best Law Firms for Diversity (2014)
Which firms demonstrate a true commitment to diversity? Check out the latest rankings from Vault and from Am Law. Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags:...
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The ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions with Richard Rosenbaum from Greenberg...
Richard A. Rosenbaum of Greenberg Traurig answers 10 questions for the ATL Interrogatories, sponsored by Lateral Link. Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on...
View ArticleThe ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions with Andrew L. Sandler from...
Andrew L. Sandler from BuckleySandler LLP answers 10 questions for the ATL Interrogatories, sponsored by Lateral Link.
View ArticleMorning Docket: 10.16.13
* Stop bullying the judges on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. They don’t cave to just any government data request — they make changes to about 25 percent of them. But uh… they don’t like...
View ArticleThe ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions with Jami Wintz McKeon from Morgan Lewis
Jami Wintz McKeon, chair-elect of Morgan Lewis and head of the firm's litigation practice, answers ten questions for the ATL Interrogatories, sponsored by Lateral Link.
View ArticleNew Partner Watch: The Quinn Emanuel 13
Who are the 13 new partners at Quinn Emanuel, and what does their selection say about the firm?
View ArticleMorning Docket: 12.11.13
* When it comes to the air pollution case that’s currently before the Supreme Court, it seems like the justices had absolutely no difficulty at all in evaluating the type of problem at hand. It’s...
View ArticleThe ATL Interrogatories: 10 Questions With Carol B. Ervin From Young Clement...
Carol B. Ervin of Young Clement Rivers LLP answers 10 questions for the ATL Interrogatories, sponsored by Lateral Link.
View ArticleAn Inside Look At How One Biglaw Firm Absurdly Handles Its Diversity Initiatives
Not to worry, lawyers, because all time spent engaging with those designated as "diverse" is billable.
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