Top Litigators Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere Amplify Norton Rose Fulbright’s Global Reach with Strategic Chicago Move

Chicago, IL – Norton Rose Fulbright, a prominent global law firm, has expanded its litigation strength with the recent addition of two leading attorneys, Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere. The duo joins the firm’s Chicago office, bringing with them extensive experience and expertise in litigation, a move that is expected to significantly bolster the firm’s capabilities in handling complex legal disputes. The strategic hiring of Lee and Casmere is part of Norton Rose Fulbright’s ongoing effort to enhance its litigation team across its various international offices, ensuring a robust defense and proactive legal strategies for … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Move to Revoke Birthright Citizenship, Affecting Millions

A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction against a recent governmental effort to terminate birthright citizenship, a policy change proposed by former President Donald Trump. This significant legal challenge throws into uncertainty an aspect of immigration law that grants citizenship to all children born on U.S. soil, regardless of their parents’ nationality. The ruling came after various civil rights and advocacy groups filed lawsuits, arguing that the proposed changes infringed on constitutional rights and would cause irreparable harm to many families across the nation. Birthright citizenship, established by the 14th Amendment of the U.S. … Read more

Top Aviation Lawyer Endorses Trump’s Move to Scrap FAA Diversity Initiatives, Citing Safety Concerns

Washington, D.C. — A recent directive from President Donald Trump, calling for an end to diversity-focused hiring practices within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has sparked a mix of approbation and controversy. In his recent push against what he termed “illegal and dangerous” practices, Trump seeks to shift federal employment policies towards a merit-based system, claiming that hiring should focus solely on safety, qualifications, and competence. Legal perspectives, such as that from noted aviation attorney Erin Applebaum, support the decision, emphasizing the critical nature of aviation safety where there is no margin for error. Applebaum … Read more

Cleveland Clings to Browns Amid Legal Tussle Over Team’s Proposed Move to Brook Park

Cleveland, Ohio — Tensions are escalating in Cleveland as local authorities have initiated a lawsuit aiming to challenge the Cleveland Browns’ potential relocation. On Tuesday, the city filed in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court, contending that the Browns’ ownership is violating state law, potentially derailing plans or compelling a sale of the team to local buyers. The lawsuit leverages the “Modell law,” named after Art Modell who infamously moved the original Browns team to Baltimore in 1996. This Ohio state law was designed to prevent professional sports teams that benefit from taxpayer-funded facilities from relocating … Read more