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#legal-ethics

6 days ago

Artificial intelligence

Why do lawyers keep using ChatGPT?

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 day ago

High court tells UK lawyers to stop misuse of AI after fake case-law citations

Urgent action is necessary to prevent AI misuse in legal case citations, as false citations undermine justice.

6 days ago

Artificial intelligence

Why do lawyers keep using ChatGPT?

Law

Doing The Right Thing Is Doing The Right Thing (With Apologies To Spike Lee) - Above the Law

US politics

Major Corporations Including Oracle, McDonald's, and Morgan Stanley Are Dumping Law Firms That Caved to Trump

Law

Kirkland & Ellis Really Leaning Into Its Trump Connection During Saudi Arabia Trip - Above the Law

2 days ago

Law

Doing The Right Thing Is Doing The Right Thing (With Apologies To Spike Lee) - Above the Law

US politics

Major Corporations Including Oracle, McDonald's, and Morgan Stanley Are Dumping Law Firms That Caved to Trump

Law

Kirkland & Ellis Really Leaning Into Its Trump Connection During Saudi Arabia Trip - Above the Law

more#client-relations

An S.F. judge accused of harassing female lawyers of color was quietly transferred. Now he's back.

Public defenders have accused Judge Braden Woods of inappropriate comments and bias against women of color during court proceedings.

NYC politics

Dem Judge Joel Cano banned by New Mexico Supreme Court after alleged Tren de Aragua gang member arrested in his home

Black Lives Matter

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2 days ago

An S.F. judge accused of harassing female lawyers of color was quietly transferred. Now he's back.

Public defenders have accused Judge Braden Woods of inappropriate comments and bias against women of color during court proceedings.

NYC politics

Dem Judge Joel Cano banned by New Mexico Supreme Court after alleged Tren de Aragua gang member arrested in his home

more#judicial-misconduct

#tom-girardi

Atlanta Braves

The estranged husband of a 'Real Housewives' star was sentenced for embezzling tens of millions from clients of his law firm

fromLos Angeles Times

Retirement

Tom Girardi - disgraced legal titan, former 'Real Housewives' husband - sentenced to 7 years in prison

Atlanta Braves

The estranged husband of a 'Real Housewives' star was sentenced for embezzling tens of millions from clients of his law firm

fromLos Angeles Times

Retirement

Tom Girardi - disgraced legal titan, former 'Real Housewives' husband - sentenced to 7 years in prison

Morning Docket: 04.29.25 - Above the Law

Law firms face ethical challenges defending police against excessive force claims due to government initiative.

Susman Godfrey exemplifies how firms can uphold values and resist unethical pressures.

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: 5 Justices Recuse Over Books, Lively/Baldoni PR Ethics, Jenner EO Struck, PW Lawyers Flee & More - Above the Law

US politics

Legal Ethics Roundup: Join Me Live Today, 150+ Judges Pen AG Letter, RIP Souter, Roberts/Sotomayor Speak Up, Firms Justify EO Acts While Lawyers Flee & More - Above the Law

Law

Gag Me With a Spoon!' Sen. John Kennedy Tells Law Professor It's Embarrassing' She's Teaching Our Kids'

Morning Docket: 04.29.25 - Above the Law

Law firms face ethical challenges defending police against excessive force claims due to government initiative.

Susman Godfrey exemplifies how firms can uphold values and resist unethical pressures.

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: 5 Justices Recuse Over Books, Lively/Baldoni PR Ethics, Jenner EO Struck, PW Lawyers Flee & More - Above the Law

US politics

Legal Ethics Roundup: Join Me Live Today, 150+ Judges Pen AG Letter, RIP Souter, Roberts/Sotomayor Speak Up, Firms Justify EO Acts While Lawyers Flee & More - Above the Law

Law

Gag Me With a Spoon!' Sen. John Kennedy Tells Law Professor It's Embarrassing' She's Teaching Our Kids'

Law

'Whole lot of oddities' excuse wrongdoing of lawyer with likely COVID-19 delirium, ethics referee says

fromMiami Herald

Miami Marlins

A Miami personal injury attorney misappropriated up to $381,000, Bar says

Law

'Whole lot of oddities' excuse wrongdoing of lawyer with likely COVID-19 delirium, ethics referee says

fromMiami Herald

Miami Marlins

A Miami personal injury attorney misappropriated up to $381,000, Bar says

Legal Ethics Roundup: Biden Disbarment, TX May End ABA Oversight, Ethics Of Zealous Advocacy, $100M Judicial Election, 3 New EO Threats, Fed Misconduct Survey, Jobs, & More - Above the Law

The balance between zealous legal advocacy and ethical accountability is increasingly debated in legal practices.

US politics

Did 9 firms making deals with Trump violate bribery, anti-fraud laws? Democratic letters seek answers

Nine law firms are under scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers for potential legal violations regarding their deals with Donald Trump.

Law

Suspended lawyer charged with theft from client apparently shoots, wounds himself during arrest

US news

Judge Rejects Lawsuit With Dragon Logo, Calling it Juvenile and Impertinent'

Legal Ethics Roundup: Biden Disbarment, TX May End ABA Oversight, Ethics Of Zealous Advocacy, $100M Judicial Election, 3 New EO Threats, Fed Misconduct Survey, Jobs, & More - Above the Law

The balance between zealous legal advocacy and ethical accountability is increasingly debated in legal practices.

US politics

Did 9 firms making deals with Trump violate bribery, anti-fraud laws? Democratic letters seek answers

Nine law firms are under scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers for potential legal violations regarding their deals with Donald Trump.

Law

Suspended lawyer charged with theft from client apparently shoots, wounds himself during arrest

US news

Judge Rejects Lawsuit With Dragon Logo, Calling it Juvenile and Impertinent'

more#law

#ai-in-law

Am Law 200 Firm Slapped With Order To Show Cause Over Fake Citations... You Know Where This Is Going - Above the Law

Lawyers continue to face scrutiny over the misuse of AI in legal citations, risking professional repercussions.

fromwww.cbc.ca

When lawyers lean on AI, fake cases could lead to a 'miscarriage of justice,' experts say | CBC News

AI tools can produce false information, posing risks in legal proceedings.

Judge slams lawyers for 'bogus AI-generated research'

Judge Wilner criticized law firms for using AI in legal research, resulting in $31,000 in sanctions due to misleading citations.

AI avatar tried to argue a case before New York court - but judges weren't having it

A court case was disrupted when a lawyer used an AI-generated avatar to present, deceiving judges.

Artificial intelligence

Law Firm Tagged Over Fake Citations Quietly Deletes Blog Post Encouraging Lawyers To Use AI - Above the Law

fromFuturism

Artificial intelligence

Law Firms Caught and Punished for Passing Around "Bogus" AI Slop in Court

Am Law 200 Firm Slapped With Order To Show Cause Over Fake Citations... You Know Where This Is Going - Above the Law

Lawyers continue to face scrutiny over the misuse of AI in legal citations, risking professional repercussions.

fromwww.cbc.ca

When lawyers lean on AI, fake cases could lead to a 'miscarriage of justice,' experts say | CBC News

AI tools can produce false information, posing risks in legal proceedings.

Judge slams lawyers for 'bogus AI-generated research'

Judge Wilner criticized law firms for using AI in legal research, resulting in $31,000 in sanctions due to misleading citations.

AI avatar tried to argue a case before New York court - but judges weren't having it

A court case was disrupted when a lawyer used an AI-generated avatar to present, deceiving judges.

Artificial intelligence

Law Firm Tagged Over Fake Citations Quietly Deletes Blog Post Encouraging Lawyers To Use AI - Above the Law

fromFuturism

Artificial intelligence

Law Firms Caught and Punished for Passing Around "Bogus" AI Slop in Court

Law

Ready Or Not, Former DOJ Lawyer Could Be Facing Disbarment - Above the Law

Germany news

German Bar Association Warns That Working With Yellow-Bellied Firms Could Violate Professional Codes Of Conduct - Above the Law

Law

Ready Or Not, Former DOJ Lawyer Could Be Facing Disbarment - Above the Law

Germany news

German Bar Association Warns That Working With Yellow-Bellied Firms Could Violate Professional Codes Of Conduct - Above the Law

more#foreign-influence

#trump

Non-profit organizations

BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help

BigLaw firms defend pro bono agreements with Trump as ethical, balancing commitments while navigating requests for broader legal assistance.

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Ford Sues Lawyer Billing 57-Hour Day, 'Biglaw 3, Trump 0,' ABA & Fed Soc Out on Judges & More - Above the Law

NYC politics

Ex-Associates Launch New Campaign To Boot Bootlickers From Boards Over Biglaw Trump Deals - Above the Law

NYC politics

Two Cadwalader Partners Exit Over The Firm's Capitulation To Donald Trump - Above the Law

Non-profit organizations

BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help

BigLaw firms defend pro bono agreements with Trump as ethical, balancing commitments while navigating requests for broader legal assistance.

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Ford Sues Lawyer Billing 57-Hour Day, 'Biglaw 3, Trump 0,' ABA & Fed Soc Out on Judges & More - Above the Law

NYC politics

Ex-Associates Launch New Campaign To Boot Bootlickers From Boards Over Biglaw Trump Deals - Above the Law

NYC politics

Two Cadwalader Partners Exit Over The Firm's Capitulation To Donald Trump - Above the Law

The Ethics of When Lawyers Make Mistakes

Lawyers must understand different jurisdictional duties when admitting mistakes, as they can affect conflict-of-interest evaluations.

Trump nominates official with ties to antisemitic extremists to lead ethics agency

Paul Ingrassia's nomination raises concerns due to his antisemitic ties, undermining efforts against antisemitism within the Trump administration.

Law

Exasperated Judge Smacks Down Trump Executive Order by Dropping 26 Exclamation Marks in Ruling

A federal judge ruled against Trump's executive orders targeting law firms, emphasizing the constitutional guarantees of judicial independence.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Trump nominates official with ties to antisemitic extremists to lead ethics agency

Paul Ingrassia's nomination raises concerns due to his antisemitic ties, undermining efforts against antisemitism within the Trump administration.

Exasperated Judge Smacks Down Trump Executive Order by Dropping 26 Exclamation Marks in Ruling

A federal judge ruled against Trump's executive orders targeting law firms, emphasizing the constitutional guarantees of judicial independence.

more#politics

AI-hallucinated cases end up in more court filings, and Butler Snow issues apology for 'inexcusable' lapse

Butler Snow faces repercussions for using AI-generated citations that were incorrect in legal filings.

Los Angeles

fromLos Angeles Times

'Come to the dark side': California inmate used lawyer in Alaska fentanyl empire, feds say

Justin Facey's law career shifted dramatically after he allegedly connected with a drug trafficking organization in Alaska through a client.

#judicial-immunity

Law

Judge Who Handcuffed And Harassed Field Trip Student For Sleeping Could Face Consequences - Above the Law

US politics

If Trump Is Immune, So Is The WI Judge The DOJ Just Arrested - Above the Law

Law

Judge Who Handcuffed And Harassed Field Trip Student For Sleeping Could Face Consequences - Above the Law

US politics

If Trump Is Immune, So Is The WI Judge The DOJ Just Arrested - Above the Law

more#judicial-immunity

Letitia James Is Caught in a War of Her Own Making

Letitia James' actions as NY Attorney General are seen as politically motivated targeting of Donald Trump.

The legal conflict between James and Trump represents a dangerous cycle of retribution.

The Curious Case Of Sullivan & Cromwell's Relationship With Donald Trump - Above the Law

Paul Weiss's deal with the Trump administration signifies a troubling intersection between corporate law and political authority.

Law

'Pugnacious legal industry website' is 'rage read' for lawyers opposing BigLaw deals with Trump

US politics

Biglaw Calls It Pro Bono. Gimme A Break. - Above the Law

Privacy professionals

An Apologist For Law Firm Capitulation? - Above the Law

fromIntelligencer

Letitia James Is Caught in a War of Her Own Making

Letitia James' actions as NY Attorney General are seen as politically motivated targeting of Donald Trump.

The legal conflict between James and Trump represents a dangerous cycle of retribution.

The Curious Case Of Sullivan & Cromwell's Relationship With Donald Trump - Above the Law

Paul Weiss's deal with the Trump administration signifies a troubling intersection between corporate law and political authority.

Law

'Pugnacious legal industry website' is 'rage read' for lawyers opposing BigLaw deals with Trump

US politics

Biglaw Calls It Pro Bono. Gimme A Break. - Above the Law

Privacy professionals

An Apologist For Law Firm Capitulation? - Above the Law

more#donald-trump

#trump-administration

US news

Former Judges Condemn Trump Administration's Arrest of Wisconsin Judge

Over 150 judges condemn actions of Trump administration against judiciary, viewing them as intimidation tactics.

Legal Ethics Roundup: Trump Pro Bono Nears $1B, SCOTUS Takes Atty-Client Comms Case, Lawyer Detained @ DTW, Barrett Recusal Standard, DOJ Bans ABA, Judge's Clerk Boycott OK Per Ethics Rules & More - Above the Law

Trump's executive order against Susman Godfrey has sparked a constitutional lawsuit from the firm.

Trump order targeting another major law firm blocked by judge as unconstitutional retaliation

A federal judge has permanently blocked Trump's executive order against Jenner & Block, viewing it as unconstitutional retaliation against the firm's legal work.

3 More Prosecutors Resign Over Adams Case, Refusing to Admit Wrongdoing

Three Manhattan federal prosecutors resigned over orders to dismiss corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams, refusing to admit wrongdoing in the case.

68 UVA Law Professors Band Together To Speak Up For The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Law professors are advocating for the rule of law against Trump's retaliatory executive orders, contrasting their courage with Biglaw's compromises.

Rachel Cohen, Former Skadden Associate, To Be Honored For Condemning Trump's Assault On The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Rachel Cohen bravely opposed Trumpâs threats to the rule of law, inspiring many young lawyers to stand up for ethical legal practices.

US news

Former Judges Condemn Trump Administration's Arrest of Wisconsin Judge

Over 150 judges condemn actions of Trump administration against judiciary, viewing them as intimidation tactics.

Legal Ethics Roundup: Trump Pro Bono Nears $1B, SCOTUS Takes Atty-Client Comms Case, Lawyer Detained @ DTW, Barrett Recusal Standard, DOJ Bans ABA, Judge's Clerk Boycott OK Per Ethics Rules & More - Above the Law

Trump's executive order against Susman Godfrey has sparked a constitutional lawsuit from the firm.

Trump order targeting another major law firm blocked by judge as unconstitutional retaliation

A federal judge has permanently blocked Trump's executive order against Jenner & Block, viewing it as unconstitutional retaliation against the firm's legal work.

3 More Prosecutors Resign Over Adams Case, Refusing to Admit Wrongdoing

Three Manhattan federal prosecutors resigned over orders to dismiss corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams, refusing to admit wrongdoing in the case.

68 UVA Law Professors Band Together To Speak Up For The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Law professors are advocating for the rule of law against Trump's retaliatory executive orders, contrasting their courage with Biglaw's compromises.

more#trump-administration

Rachel Cohen, Former Skadden Associate, To Be Honored For Condemning Trump's Assault On The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Rachel Cohen bravely opposed Trumpâs threats to the rule of law, inspiring many young lawyers to stand up for ethical legal practices.

SF politics

fromSlate Magazine

Georgia Republicans Are Playing Dumb About Adriana Smith

Adriana Smith's case highlights the ethical dilemmas arising from Georgia's strict anti-abortion laws and the implications of defining fetuses as persons.

Like 'Suits' Meets 'Mad Men' But With Fraud Charges Because It's Real Life - Above the Law

Faking a legal career, as exemplified by Aditya Rai, leads to serious legal repercussions, as evidenced by his multiple fraud charges.

#legal-profession

fromPatently-O

AI and Cognitive Laziness for Lawyers

Overreliance on generative AI in legal professions may reduce critical thinking skills and motivation to learn.

Judge admits nearly being persuaded by AI hallucinations in court filing

Outsourcing legal research to AI without verification can lead to serious legal consequences.

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: 'Endangered' (Roberts) / 'End Of' (Luttig) Rule Of Law, AI Errors Hit Biglaw, 'Speak Up For Justice' & More - Above the Law

Privacy professionals

Bringing New Meaning To 'Solo Practitioner,' Attorney Warned After Streaming 60+ Hours Of Porn At Work - Above the Law

fromPatently-O

AI and Cognitive Laziness for Lawyers

Overreliance on generative AI in legal professions may reduce critical thinking skills and motivation to learn.

Judge admits nearly being persuaded by AI hallucinations in court filing

Outsourcing legal research to AI without verification can lead to serious legal consequences.

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: 'Endangered' (Roberts) / 'End Of' (Luttig) Rule Of Law, AI Errors Hit Biglaw, 'Speak Up For Justice' & More - Above the Law

Privacy professionals

Bringing New Meaning To 'Solo Practitioner,' Attorney Warned After Streaming 60+ Hours Of Porn At Work - Above the Law

more#legal-profession

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Alabama cracks down on deceptive lawyer ads: 'Public trust and confidence' at stake

Under the new regulations, lawyers not licensed in Alabama must disclose their status in client-directed communications, addressing public concerns about deceptive advertising.

Law

#judicial-conduct

Law

Don't watermark your legal PDFs with purple dragons in suits

Humor

Florida judge suspended from bench after reportedly telling 'G-rated dad jokes' in court

Privacy professionals

Legal Ethics Roundup: DOJ Attacks Law Firm Mansfield Rule, Conflicts For $1B EO Payments, Lawyer Wellbeing & More - Above the Law

Law

Don't watermark your legal PDFs with purple dragons in suits

Humor

Florida judge suspended from bench after reportedly telling 'G-rated dad jokes' in court

Privacy professionals

Legal Ethics Roundup: DOJ Attacks Law Firm Mansfield Rule, Conflicts For $1B EO Payments, Lawyer Wellbeing & More - Above the Law

more#judicial-conduct

Top Law School Faculty Issue Letter Defending Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Duke Law faculty robustly defends academic freedom and judicial independence in response to government overreach.

Government threats undermine the legal profession's integrity and judicial independence.

4 weeks ago

Lawyer Charged With Series Of Acts That Sound Ripped From GTA 6 - Above the Law

Lawyers are evaluated on past actions, raising questions about consequences for future misconduct if predicted.

Recent incident highlights the bizarre actions leading to disbarment.

Diddy's lawyer slammed by judge for calling prosecutors a 'six-pack of white women'

Judge criticizes lawyer for derogatory comments about all-women prosecution team in Sean Combs' trial.

LA Clippers

Prosecutors blast celebrity lawyer working with Diddy for blabbing about trial on his TMZ podcast

Podcast

Diddy's lawyer slammed by judge for calling prosecutors a 'six-pack of white women'

Judge criticizes lawyer for derogatory comments about all-women prosecution team in Sean Combs' trial.

LA Clippers

Prosecutors blast celebrity lawyer working with Diddy for blabbing about trial on his TMZ podcast

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Dragon Lawyer Busted, 1000s Of Lawyers Protest, Perkins Defeats EO & More - Above the Law

Social justice

Lefty judge's illegal migrant aid: Letters to the Editor - May 1, 2025

Law

Legal Ethics Roundup: Dragon Lawyer Busted, 1000s Of Lawyers Protest, Perkins Defeats EO & More - Above the Law

Social justice

Lefty judge's illegal migrant aid: Letters to the Editor - May 1, 2025

Over A Thousand Law Students Sign Amicus Brief Rallying Behind Susman Godfrey - Above the Law

Law students across the U.S. are actively supporting rule of law over compliance with potentially unconstitutional actions, signaling future implications for legal profession choices.

#judiciary

US news

Who Is Hannah Dugan, the Wisconsin Judge Arrested in Immigration Dispute?

fromThe Washington Post

US news

Wisconsin judge suspended over charges she helped migrant evade arrest

US news

Who Is Hannah Dugan, the Wisconsin Judge Arrested in Immigration Dispute?

fromThe Washington Post

US news

Wisconsin judge suspended over charges she helped migrant evade arrest

Watchdog group with Trump ties demands state probe into mortgage-fraud claims against NY AG Letitia James

A legal watchdog group is calling for an investigation into New York AG Letitia James over mortgage fraud allegations.

#artificial-intelligence

fromBrooklyn Eagle

An AI avatar tried to argue a case before a New York court. The judges weren't having it

An AI-generated avatar mistakenly presented as a real person in a New York court highlights ethical issues around AI usage in legal arguments.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Artificial intelligence

Juli Ponce, lawyer: '100% of AI machines are psychopaths. Humans make mistakes, but only 1% are psychopathic'

fromBrooklyn Eagle

An AI avatar tried to argue a case before a New York court. The judges weren't having it

An AI-generated avatar mistakenly presented as a real person in a New York court highlights ethical issues around AI usage in legal arguments.

fromenglish.elpais.com

more#artificial-intelligence

Artificial intelligence

Juli Ponce, lawyer: '100% of AI machines are psychopaths. Humans make mistakes, but only 1% are psychopathic'

Judge busted for allegedly helping illegal migrant evade ICE was once finalist for 'Most Trusted Public Official'

Judge Hannah Dugan, once a finalist for a 'Most Trusted Public Official' award, faces serious legal charges for allegedly helping illegal immigrants evade arrest.

Lawyers Should Not Exploit Unfair Advantages - Above the Law

Lawyers face ethical dilemmas when exploiting advantages that could harm others, affecting long-term relationships.

Judicial errors can impact case outcomes, and ethical considerations can prevent lawyers from exploiting these mistakes.

#prosecutors

fromRaw Story

NYC politics

'We will not confess wrongdoing': DOJ prosecutors quit in scathing resignation letter

fromBlack Enterprise

NYC politics

Top 3 Prosecutors Resign From Eric Adams' Corruption Case After DOJ Asks To Admit 'Wrongdoing'

NYC politics

Read the Prosecutors' Letter

fromRaw Story

'We will not confess wrongdoing': DOJ prosecutors quit in scathing resignation letter

Prosecutors resign in protest against DOJ's demands regarding charges against Mayor Adams, citing principles and ethical obligations.

fromBlack Enterprise

Top 3 Prosecutors Resign From Eric Adams' Corruption Case After DOJ Asks To Admit 'Wrongdoing'

Federal prosecutors resigned rather than admit wrongdoing in Eric Adams' corruption case after being pressured by the DOJ.

NYC politics

Read the Prosecutors' Letter

The Reality Of The Death Penalty Is Even Worse Than You Think - Above the Law

Corinna Lain discusses the shocking truths behind lethal injection in her book, emphasizing the hidden complexities and ethical dilemmas of capital punishment.

Plagiarism Panic Hits The Courtroom (Again), And It's Still Nonsense - Above the Law

The case presents an astonishing example of plagiarism in the legal profession, as San Juan's complaint is an almost word-for-word copy of another lawsuit.

Intellectual property law

Washington DC

Top Lawyers, Jan. 6 Prosecutors Urge DC Court to Investigate Trump Appointee for Violations of His Oath of Office' in Scathing Letter

Ed Martin's controversial past raises red flags regarding his suitability as U.S. Attorney, prompting calls for investigation by a group of attorneys.

fromFuturism

Judge Goes Ballistic When Man Shows AI-Generated Video in Court

A judge rebuked a pro se litigant for using a fully AI-generated avatar during court proceedings.

The case illustrates concerns about AI's role and ethics in legal contexts.

Morning Docket: 04.07.25 - Above the Law

The legal profession is grappling with ethical dilemmas surrounding integrity and accountability amid growing political and financial pressures.