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The Lindsay Clancy murder trial ended in a mistrial after a 12-member jury failed to reach a verdict. Three jurors later spoke about the deadlock. They said one juror blocked a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity. Judge William Sullivan declared the mistrial on September 4. The jury spent seven days in deliberations. […]

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The move from law school to a law firm can be tough. New associates soon learn that legal work requires more than classroom skills. LawCrossing has published a First-Year Associate Survival Guide to help new lawyers make this change. The guide shares practical tips for starting a legal career. Learn more from this guide: First-Year […]

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Law students who work as unpaid federal judicial interns may accept money from recruiting law firms. The U.S. Judicial Conference issued new ethics guidance on the issue. However, the payments must follow certain rules. A law firm cannot link the money to work done for a judge. The guidance could affect law firm recruiting. It […]

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Paul Weiss faces a major challenge in a sugar price-fixing case involving several large U.S. food companies. Kraft Heinz, Mondelēz Global, Nestlé USA, Hershey, and other plaintiffs want a Minnesota federal judge to remove the law firm from the case. The companies say Paul Weiss discussed representing them in the dispute. They also say the […]

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Attorneys looking for a new job may find more options in other cities. Meanwhile, BCG Attorney Search has released a new Geographic Mobility Guide for Attorneys. The guide lists U.S. cities with strong demand for lawyers. The guide reviews several key areas. These include attorney pay, living costs, job demand, and hiring times. It names […]

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