JAN
5
2011

Appeals court says cross on federal land is unconstitutional

A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that a cross displayed on public property for nearly a century is unconstitutional.

JAN
5
2011

The rise of the global law firm

Ogilvy Renault´s announcement that in June the 132-year-old firm will cast aside its name and merge with the global law firm Norton Rose begs some questions. Is this the beginning of a major consolidation trend that will see other Canadian law firms scramble to find their own global marriage partners? Or is it simply a blip on the legal marital map?

JAN
5
2011

Is your job one of the few in high demand?

Adam Pekarsky launched his boutique legal recruiting and consulting firm in the midst of the recession about a year ago, admittedly quite leery of launching in a downturn. As it turned out, his gamble paid off.

JAN
5
2011

It´s official: Obama signs shark conservation act

A quick update on the shark front: In one of the first acts coming back from his Hawaiian vacay, President Obama signed the Shark Conservation Act of 2010 into law on Tuesday.

JAN
5
2011

45 Under 45: The best young women lawyers in The Am Law 200

Whether it´s "Dealmakers of the Year," "Litigation Department of the Year," "Big Suits," or "Big Deals," the pages of The American Lawyer typically brim with pictures of men.

JAN
5
2011

45 under 45: Let´s make a deal

Last September, Kim Taylor was feeling a bit nervous. The Kirkland & Ellis M&A partner was walking into the first face-to-face negotiation between her client, private equity firm Apax Partners LLP, and Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. over the sale of Apax´s Qualitest Pharmaceuticals.

JAN
5
2011

45 under 45: A new generation of women dealmakers

We´re more than a little impressed with the winners of this year´s 45 Under 45, our list of the best young women lawyers in the Am Law 200.

JAN
5
2011

When oil prices rise, Russia has freedom over a barrel

The judge had already postponed the verdict without explanation ("The court does not explain itself," said a spokesman).

JAN
5
2011

EU asks whether Google alters search results, Le Figaro says

European Union regulators asked Google Inc. rivals and customers whether the company’s search engine alters search results, Le Figaro reported, citing a questionnaire regulators distributed as part of a probe.

JAN
5
2011

Joanna Yeates murder: police face criticism

Police investigating the murder of Joanna Yeates are coming under growing criticism of their handling of the case.

JAN
4
2011

Cell phones can be searched after arrest, justices say

Delving into privacy concerns in the age of the smart phone, the California Supreme Court determined today that after police take a cell phone from a suspect during an arrest, they can search the phone´s text messages without a warrant.

JAN
4
2011

Italian shoppers get used to life without plastic

On the first shopping day of the New Year, Italian consumers have had to make do without one of their favorite accessories: the plastic bag. A new law has banned their use from January 1.

JAN
4
2011

Brazil pushes environment projects to tackle crime and poverty

Brazil is set to host the 2016 Olympic Games, and is investing heavily in infrastructure and security to makes its streets cleaner and safer. New environment programs too could help lift people out of poverty.

JAN
4
2011

Labor releases carbon farming draft laws

The Federal Government has released draft laws outlining how its carbon offset scheme will work for farmers, forest growers and landholders.

JAN
4
2011

Case against Jackson doc unveiled

Prosecutors are set to unveil their case against the man hired to look after Michael Jackson´s health during rehearsals for his comeback tour.

JAN
4
2011

Court to hear details of Jackson death

Prosecutors are due in court to present evidence that Michael Jackson´s doctor caused his death.

JAN
4
2011

Groping suit against Donald Duck upheld

A woman who claims Donald Duck groped her at Disney´s Epcot theme park in Florida will have her day in court.

JAN
4
2011

DNA clears man after 30 years in prison

Prosecutors declared a Texas man innocent Monday of a rape and robbery that put him in prison for 30 years, more than any other DNA exoneree in Texas.

JAN
4
2011

2011 pro bono awards

Recognizing firms´ commitment to access to justice.

JAN
4
2011

Facing threat from WikiLeaks, Bank plays defense

By the time the conference call ended, it was nearly midnight at Bank of America’s headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., but the bank’s counterespionage work was only just beginning.

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