Legal Practice Pulse

TimeSolv is a cloud-based platform designed for law firms and professional services, enhancing timekeeping and billing since 1999. It addresses key challenges such as time tracking, unpaid invoices, and case management. Timekeeping extends beyond hourly billing, allowing firms to evaluate profitability and set budgets. The platform features a mobile app for real-time tracking, expense management,…

Allan Schoenberg, chief communications officer at Vinson & Elkins, highlights the evolving landscape of legal marketing, stating: “The future of law firm communications and marketing is bright, bold and brimming with possibilities.” As competition intensifies, law firms are increasingly focusing on building their online presence and establishing themselves as thought leaders. A recent study by…

California has become the first state to implement laws targeting political deepfakes ahead of the November election. Governor Gavin Newsom has signed three bills that require social media companies to act against deepfakes, including removing them upon receiving complaints. California Rep. Jim Costa said: “I think it’s a grave concern to all of us that…

The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the Taxpayer Data Protection Act, aimed at enhancing penalties for the unauthorized disclosure of tax information. This legislation follows the leak of sensitive taxpayer data by IRS contractor Charles Littlejohn, who was sentenced to five years in prison for leaking information about the tax returns of high-profile individuals,…

Cahill Gordon & Reindel is navigating a significant downturn in the high-yield and leveraged loans market, resulting in a 20% revenue decline over three years. Managing partner Herbert Washer noted that the departure of around a dozen partners prompted the firm to reassess its position in the legal market. To adapt, Cahill has diversified into…

he upcoming term of the U.S. Supreme Court, starting on October 7, is poised to address significant questions regarding the administrative state. The Roberts Court has shown a tendency towards gradualism, raising the question of how and how quickly it will scale back regulatory powers. Notable cases include Garland v. VanDerStok, which examines the Bureau…