Advocating

Trailblazing Legal Team Stands Up in High-Stakes DOJ Battle, Advocating for Perkins Coie Amid Unprecedented Order

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Washington, D.C. – Amid escalating political tensions and legal maneuverings, the resilience of the American legal system faces testing times. This narrative threads through the multiple layers of the nation’s justice mechanisms, spotlighting key figures and landmark cases that continue to shape the legal landscape. In a notable instance, Dane Butswinkas alongside 13 partners at Williams & Connolly demonstrated legal acumen, securing a Temporary Restraining Order from Judge Beryl Howell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The court’s order effectively blocks crucial provisions of an unprecedented executive order targeting the law … Read more

Judicial Watchdog Files Misconduct Complaint Against Judge Advocating for Women-Led Legal Teams in Birth Control Lawsuit

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WASHINGTON — A conservative judicial advocacy group, the Article III Project, has filed a misconduct complaint against U.S. District Judge M. Casey Rodgers. The grievance arose after Judge Rodgers, presiding in the Northern District of Florida, issued a directive concerning the prominent role of women lawyers in managing a spate of lawsuits involving the contraceptive Depo-Provera. Judge Rodgers, recently tasked with overseeing a cluster of legal actions suggesting that Depo-Provera might cause brain tumors, issued an order dated Feb. 23. In it, she emphasized the importance of female attorneys being represented adequately in leadership roles. … Read more

CAIR Supports Maryland Students Advocating for Stronger Anti-Doxxing Legislation

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Annapolis, Md. — In a significant step toward bolstering privacy and safety, Maryland students recently participated in legislative hearings to voice their support for a proposed anti-doxxing bill. This bill, if passed, would enhance state laws by making the unauthorized sharing of personal information with malicious intent a criminal offense. The measure comes in response to a rising tide of doxxing incidents — a form of online harassment where private information is published with the aim of intimidating or inciting harm against individuals. Victims often face severe repercussions, including threats to their safety and emotional … Read more

Judge Dale Ho, Known for Advocating Civil Liberties, Takes Helm in High-Profile Eric Adams Lawsuit

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New York — A federal judge with a deep background in advocating for civil liberties is set to preside over a high-profile case involving New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Judge Dale Ho, with his extensive legal history in civil rights, steps into the spotlight as he oversees a significant municipal lawsuit centered around government transparency and accountability. Ho’s career prior to his judicial appointment was marked by his dedication to expanding and protecting voter rights. As the director of the ACLU’s Voting Rights Project, he led several legal challenges against laws that were perceived … Read more