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Donald Trump is intensifying his campaign against the legal profession. In a series of executive orders, public speeches, and backchannel pressures, his administration has targeted specific law ...
The federal hiring freeze is reducing law student access to public-sector internships and jobs. Learn how this shift affects legal careers—and what law schools and students can do to adapt.
Former FTC attorneys launch Simonsen Sussman, a new law firm targeting antitrust enforcement gaps amid federal retreat. Learn how private litigation is stepping in to challenge unfair competition ...
Visa restrictions are threatening international law students and legal hiring in the U.S. Learn how immigration delays impact BigLaw recruitment and law school enrollment.
Didn't pass the California bar exam? Learn how the state's Provisional Licensure Program allows you to practice law under supervision—offering an alternative route to legal practice.
Top Washington lawyer Abbe Lowell launches Lowell & Associates to defend former officials, institutions, and individuals targeted by Trump's legal crackdown. Learn about the firm's mission and ...
Microsoft drops Simpson Thacher after Trump pro bono deal backlash, hiring Jenner & Block instead. Discover how political pressures are reshaping Biglaw client relationships in 2025.
The State Bar of Georgia has released its February 2025 bar exam results, revealing a noticeable dip in the pass rate compared to recent years. Only 48.5% of test-takers passed the exam this ...
Perkins Coie fires back at DOJ's procedural challenge in its lawsuit against Trump's executive order by amending its complaint to name every relevant federal agency. A bold legal move with major ...
As law firms push attorneys back to the office, new tensions are emerging. While associates comply with hybrid mandates, the inconsistent presence of senior partners is creating dissatisfaction ...
Introduction In a sweeping move to reshape the U.S. government workforce, President Donald Trump issued a new executive order on Thursday that significantly alters the way federal employees ...
The American Bar Association has filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice, alleging unconstitutional retaliation after the DOJ terminated $3.2 million in grants. The case ...