Appellate panel returns case to district court, saying “justice (would) be undermined by any undisclosed intimate friendship.”

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---- Old Section -----The Flight to Quality and Workplace Experience
That the pace of change is “accelerating” is surely an understatement. What seemed almost a near certainty a year ago — that law firms would fully and permanently embrace work-from-home — is experiencing a seeming reversal. While many firms have, in fact, embraced hybrid operations, the meaning of hybrid has evolved from “office optional,” to […]
Some Big Law Associates Are Raking In Six-Figure Origination Bonuses—And Others Want In
With no standardized method of rewarding origination outside the partnership at most Big Law firms, associates are hoping for a change that benefits them if they manage to land a new client or two.
Justice Barrett on Originalism and Why She Doesn't Write So Many Opinions
Judges should be “very, very careful” about how historical evidence is used in constitutional adjudication, Barrett says in talk at Catholic University’s law school.
Risa Goluboff, UVA Law's First Woman Dean, to Step Down
“It has been a true privilege and an immense pleasure to lead this historic institution,” Risa Goluboff said in a statement. “The extraordinary accomplishments of our students, faculty, staff and alumni, and the robust community we share, are a source of unending pride.”
How I Made Practice Group Chair: 'Actively Seek Out Leadership Opportunities,' Says Audra J. Soloway of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison
“Sometimes we need to be just a little uncomfortable, trying new things, to continue to grow as lawyers.”
SAFER Banking/NY Regs Lawsuit?/Lawsuits Targeting Curaleaf/Reactions to NY's Rollout
After years of inaction, Congress appears poised to take significant action on marijuana banking.
IRS Hit With Suit Over Unanswered FOIA Requests Regarding Falsified Documents Allegations
This complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar.
How I Made Partner: Prioritize Business Development and Don't Burn Bridges, Says Sagar Patel of Locke Lord
“Connections with co-workers, clients, colleagues, old law school friends, and other members of the legal community are key to long term success.”
Bar Groups Mull Succession Planning Rules Amid Law Firm Closures
Required succession planning might lead to less scrambling and uncertainty for law firms and clients alike, and perhaps even fewer firm implosions in the aftermath of leadership changes.