51 h. ago Rebel MPs tell Starmer to abandon his plan to exempt AI firms from copyright law

The Prime Minister wants to give Big Tech free rein to train AI systems on copyright material, forcing writers, musicians, artists and filmmakers to 'opt out' if they want to protect their work.

Politics

3 d. ago Trump reaches deals with 5 law firms, allowing them to avoid prospect of punishing executive orders

President Donald Trump has announced deals with five law firms that will allow them to avoid the prospect of a punishing executive order

Economics

3 d. ago US law firms quietly scrub DEI references from websites to appease Trump

Changes at two dozen prestigious firms underscore Trump’s successful intimidation campaign against legal professionNearly two dozen US law firms have quietly scrubbed references to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) from their website and revised descriptions of pro-bono work to more closely align with Donald Trump’s priorities, a Guardian review has found, underscoring the Trump administration’s successful campaign of intimidation against the legal profession.The changes, which have occurred at some of the nation’s most prestigious firms, include eliminating mention of pro-bono immigration work from firm websites and deleting sections entirely related to DEI. In some cases, firms appear to have dropped the word “diversity” from descriptions of their work. In at least one case, a change included revising a quote from firm partners to eliminate mention of diversity and inclusion. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Trump signs order targeting law firm behind $787.5m Fox defamation suit

Order punishes Susman Godfrey, which helped Dominion Voting Systems get millions from Fox for 2020 election liesDonald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday punishing the law firm that helped Dominion Voting Systems obtain a $787.5m settlement from Fox for lies about the 2020 election.The order against the firm, Susman Godfrey, marks the latest effort by the president to punish attorneys and firms who have opposed his interests. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Justice Department suggests federal agencies are free to blacklist law firm despite judge's order

The Justice Department has suggested to federal agencies they're free to blacklist a law firm targeted by President Donald Trump despite a judge’s ruling that halted enforcement of an executive order meant to punish it

Society

7 d. ago London Police Team Up With International Law Firm After Elderly Victim Defrauded for $2,580,000

London Police Team Up With International Law Firm After Elderly Victim Defrauded for $2,580,000  The Daily Hodl

Events

7 d. ago Sen. Bernie Sanders skewers law firms that made $100M deals with Trump in fiery two

Sanders was asked ‘What do you make of the law firms cutting deals?’ before firing back with a scathing two-word attack

Economics

7 d. ago Bernie Sanders: law firms that cut deals with Trump administration ‘sell out their soul’

Firms that were targeted by president after representing his political rivals show ‘absolute cowardice’, says US senatorLaw firms that cut deals with Donald Trump’s administration after the president issued executive orders targeting attorneys who challenge his priorities are demonstrating “absolute cowardice”, the independent US senator Bernie Sanders has said.“They’re zillion-dollar law firms, and money, money, money” is all that motivates them, the popular Vermont lawmaker who caucuses with Democrats said in a feature interview on the latest CBS News Sunday Morning. “So they’re going to sell out their souls to be able to make money here in Washington.” Continue reading...

Economics

9 d. ago Barack Obama breaks silence on Trump's 'unimaginable' presidency as he signals end to bromance

The 63-year-old took aim at the Republican leader's crackdown on law firms, press freedoms and free speech in universities.

Politics

1 week ago Labour 'plotting to delay AI copyright law for up to four more years'... while tech firms carry on 'burgling' creatives

The government reportedly wants to conduct a full 'technical review' of its proposal to give Big Tech firms an exemption from copyright law when training AI models.

Politics

1 week ago Prince William hires Princess Diana's divorce lawyers in landmark decision

Prince William has reportedly hired the same law firm his mother Princess Diana used during her divorce from then Prince Charles to represent him and his family

Politics

1 week ago About 500 law firms sign brief challenging Trump's executive orders targeting the legal community

President Donald Trump’s executive orders targeting the legal community pose “a grave threat to our system of constitutional governance and to the rule of law itself."

Politics

1 week ago Prince William hires Princess Diana's divorce lawyers in 'palace shock'

Prince William has reportedly instructed the law firm chosen by Princess Diana to handle her divorce from the then Prince Charles to act for him and his family when they need legal representation

Politics

1 week ago Trump’s attacks on law firms are an attack on law itself | David Cole and Amrit Singh

In unprecedented orders, the president is targeting lawyers simply for filing cases he opposes. And firms are surrenderingIf you are systematically engaged in lawbreaking, lawyers can be very annoying. They sue, and their suits may lead courts to declare your actions illegal.So Donald Trump, who has launched his second term with a blizzard of blatantly illegal actions, many of which have been suspended by the courts, has decided to address the problem at its root. He’s targeting lawyers, punishing them for doing nothing more than filing lawsuits he opposes, or hiring lawyers he does not like. He has issued unprecedented executive orders penalizing five of the nation’s major law firms, and more are likely to come. These tactics, blatantly illegal, are designed with one goal in mind: to chill lawyers’ willingness to challenge his illegal actions. They are a fundamental attack on the foundation of the rule of law. And they are achieving their purpose, not because they are legal – they ...

Politics

1 week ago Two more law firms reach deals with Trump to avoid executive orders: ‘They’re all bending’

Settlements, one with Doug Emhoff’s firm, come as many fear Trumps’s effort to target firms affiliated with his rivalsTwo more legal firms have reached agreements with Donald Trump to avoid executive orders that could significantly harm their business.The settlements come as many have expressed deep alarm at the president’s effort to target law firms affiliated with his political rivals and see the actions as a thinly-veiled anti-democratic effort to intimidate lawyers from taking cases hostile to the administration. Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago Scullion LAW promotes Aimee Holmes: A shining example of talent development

Scullion LAW is thrilled to announce the promotion of Aimee Holmes from Administrator to Legal Clerk in the Road Traffic and Criminal Law Team. This exciting career milestone highlights the firm's dedication to nurturing talent and providing top-notch training and development.

Politics

1 week ago Law firms fear Trump orders could affect security clearances of lawyers who are military reservists

President Donald Trump says executive orders targeting law firms are being issued in the name of national security, with the White House asserting that the firms don’t deserve access to sensitive U.S. government information

Events

1 week ago Major international law firm reaches deal with White House, becoming the latest to do so

Another major international law firm has reached a deal with President Donald Trump to dedicate at least $100 million in free legal services to causes such as supporting veterans and combating antisemitism

Society

1 week ago Settlements agreed over claims of historical sexual abuse at Celtic Boys Club

Celtic Plc settles around 70% of cases in class actionLaw firm expects further settlements in coming weeksA seven-figure payout has been agreed for a lawsuit over claims of historical sexual abuse at Celtic Boys Club, a law firm has said.Thompsons Solicitors is acting for about 30 former Celtic Boys Club players and said about 70% of the cases had been settled by Celtic Plc. The firm expects further settlements in the coming weeks. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Alleged abuse victims of disgraced Harrods boss Mohamed Al Fayed are set to launch legal action against late billionaire's estate

Law firm Leigh Day said a pre-action letter has been sent to lawyers for the estate on behalf of the women, who worked as nannies and private air stewards for the former Harrods boss.

Economics