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For the Supreme Court, a Term of Change Ahead

Legal Times

The Supreme Court begins its fall term today on the verge of significant change -- in its caseload and among the lawyers who argue before it, and possibly even in its membership. While predicting high court retirements is tricky, three justices are seen as the most likely to step down.

No Charges Stick to Former McAfee GC in DOJ Case

The Recorder

The only lawyer to face criminal charges over misdated stock options is a free man. And a juror says it's because the government couldn't prove intent. A jury acquitted McAfee's former GC on mail fraud charges Friday. Kent Roberts still faces SEC charges related to backdating at McAfee.

Ex-Associate Says Dechert Discriminated, Lied in Interviews

The American Lawyer

A former Dechert associate has sued the firm, claiming it exaggerated his corporate work opportunities to woo him from Skadden, and that it ultimately did not provide the touted opportunities and later fired him in part because he is an Orthodox Jew.

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How Long Should Disciplinary Records Haunt Lawyers?

Since attorney Barbara Shea served her time following several disciplinary actions, she claims the online records continue to damage her business. So she's filing suit. What matters more -- the public's right to know or allowing lawyers who've committed ethical violations a chance to redeem themselves and rebuild their practices?

-Legal Blog Watch

Enough With the 'Absurd' Claims

Following years of Tyrone Hurt filing an "extraordinary" number of complaints -- including against Black's Law Dictionary -- the D.C. Circuit has said enough is enough.

-The Blog of Legal Times

How to Get Back in the Saddle

A lesson from watching the vice presidential debate in a post-Katie Couric world: If you've ever embarrassed yourself before a judge, think of Sarah Palin. Or if you've ever behaved in an immature way when dealing with counsel, think of Sarah Palin.

-Counsel to Counsel

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Where Are All the Female Law Bloggers?

Special to Law.com

It seems true that the majority of high-profile legal blogs, whether in academia or the practice of law, are helmed by men. So what's behind this apparent disparity? Three theories are in circulation. It's difficult to judge their merit empirically, but they're worth exploring.

Escaping Litigation's Technological Quicksand

Corporate Counsel

As litigation bills mushroom, corporate counsel need to recognize the overwhelming effect that technological change has had on the litigation process, including its dramatic impact on cost, says attorney Robert Owen. A new rule may help rein in the excesses of document discovery.

The 2008 Global 100: The English Advantage

The American Lawyer

British firms spent years building rich international networks. Now those links are paying off for the global Magic Circle practices as a hedge against hard times. Entering the downturn, U.K. firms are in their strongest position since the '90s and are looking more resilient than many of their U.S. counterparts.

Updated Special Report: Crisis on Wall Street

Incisive Media

Fannie, Freddie, Lehman, AIG: As Wall Street's woes continue, Law.com presents ongoing coverage of the financial meltdown from across the globe, with updates on ramifications, including what it all means for the firms and lawyers involved. Check back daily for news from Incisive Media publications.