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Breaking Barriers in Big Law: Skadden Attorneys Celebrate Pride and Discuss Inclusion in Latest GILTI Conscience Podcast Episode

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WASHINGTON — Within the corridors of Skadden’s bustling office, a unique podcast series called GILTI Conscience brings the heat to rather cold topics like tax law, integrating rich discussions with industry insiders and thought leaders on topics like international tax reform and the intricacies of transfer pricing. This particular episode, however, veers off into the celebratory as it coincides with Pride Month, blending professional insights with personal revelations. Co-hosted by Skadden partners David Farhat and Nate Carden, the latest episode welcomes two distinguished guests from Skadden’s own legal team. Brian Breheny, co-head of SEC Reporting … Read more

Governor Shapiro Marks Legislative Milestone with Over 100 New Laws in 2024, Enhancing Education, Veterans’ Services, and Consumer Convenience in Pennsylvania

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HARRISBURG, Pa. — Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania has achieved a legislative milestone by signing over 100 bills into law in 2025, demonstrating the state government’s commitment to address diverse issues ranging from improving access to education and healthcare to implementing economic reforms. His administration has surpassed the century mark with 102 new laws, highlighting an active agenda that touches on several crucial areas of public and economic policy. Among the highlighted statutes, new guidelines for selling ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages will now permit Pennsylvanians to purchase pre-mixed drinks like canned margaritas and Jack and Coke … Read more

Senator Bob Menendez Found Guilty on Multiple Bribery Charges Involving Cash, Gold, and Luxury Vehicle

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Washington, D.C. — The political career of U.S. Senator Bob Menendez was upended following a sweeping conviction on numerous charges, including the acceptance of bribes, which prosecutors outlined as payments in cash, gold, and luxury automobiles. This significant decision came after an extensive scrutiny of Menendez’s interactions with wealthy donors and influential businessmen, which raised questions about the integrity of his public office. The trial, encapsulating a broader analysis into congressional ethics, has underscored the persisting issues around political donations and the potential for these contributions to morph into illegal incentives. The case against Menendez … Read more

New Navigator Program Assists Self-Represented Litigants in Natrona County Navigate Legal Waters

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CASPER, Wyo. — Entering the Townsend Justice Center in Natrona County can be intimidating. Security protocols require visitors to relinquish electronic devices and pass through metal detectors before navigating the corridors toward the courtroom. However, just steps from the hustle of court proceedings, the Natrona County Court Navigator Pilot Project offers a beacon of support for those brave enough to tackle legal battles on their own in civil matters such as divorces or custody disputes. This pilot program, operating from a small, modest office, embodies the judiciary’s response to the growing trend of self-represented litigants … Read more