Lawyers

Naughty or Nice: Lawyers Weigh In on Professional Conduct and the Holiday Wish List for Legal Success

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As the year winds down, many legal professionals are taking a moment to reflect on their accomplishments and ponder their adherence to the high standards of their field. This introspective period involves evaluating whether their professional conduct aligns with the stringent guidelines they are expected to follow, such as the Rules of Professional Conduct. For those in the legal community who feel they have surpassed expectations, the festive season might be seen as a time to hope for tangible rewards such as new client engagements or perhaps a generous bonus. Yet, even among these successful … Read more

Shattering the Glass Ceiling: Female Lawyers Rise in Numbers and Influence Amidst Ongoing Challenges

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Minneapolis, MN — A shift is occurring in the dynamics of the legal industry, illustrated vividly during a recent deposition attended by Katie Bennett, partner at Robins Kaplan LLP. Bennett noted a significant change. “The only man in the room was the videographer,” she said. This marked a broader trend toward gender equity, a topic that is increasingly highlighted in both discussions and statistics within the legal sector. A notable indicator of progress came from a report by the American Bar Association, which dubbed the current period “The Decade of the Female Lawyer.” Born out … Read more

Georgia Judge Denies Former Trump Lawyer’s Attempt to Rescind Guilty Plea in Election Interference Case

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ATLANTA — A Georgia state judge has rejected a bid by Kenneth Chesebro, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, to retract his guilty plea in a case probing interference in the state’s 2020 presidential election. The Fulton County Superior Court, led by Judge Scott McAfee, ruled against Chesebro, who sought to overturn his earlier admission of guilt on legal technicalities. Judge McAfee described Chesebro’s motion as being fraught with procedural errors, highlighting that the plea act, which is generally invoked prior to a trial to contest an indictment, was not applicable post-guilty plea. This determination … Read more

Georgia Judge Denies Trump Lawyer’s Effort to Overturn Guilty Plea in Election Case

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Atlanta, GA — In a notable legal development, a Georgia judge has ruled against a former Trump campaign lawyer who sought to have his guilty plea invalidated. The lawyer was previously implicated in a deceptive scheme aimed at overturning 2020 election results. The case centers around concerns that emerged during the contentious 2020 presidential election. The lawyer, whose association with former President Trump’s campaign added a layer of political complexity to the legal proceedings, had entered a plea acknowledging his role in a nearly $3 million attempt to manipulate voter outcomes in Nevada. This ruling … Read more