Stanford Sex Assault Judge Removed From Criminal Duty
Judge Aaron Persky, who drew fire for sentencing a former Stanford student to six months in jail for sexual assault, asked to be reassigned to the civil division to reduce "distractions," said the court's presiding judge.
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Profiles
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Dropbox's New GC: Protecting User Data is Top Concern
Bart Volkmer, the new general counsel of Dropbox, is primed and ready to fill the shoes of his predecessor.
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Fenwick's Pulgram Takes the Lead of ABA Litigation Section
The litigator shares his "pro pro bono" vision for the section's 50,000 members.
Guidance
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The Billable Hour Stranglehold on Insurance Defense Litigation
Since 2008, the demand for legal services and law firm profitability has, even under the most optimistic studies, remained stagnant. Competition for market share has escalated. In response to this tightening landscape, many "BigLaw" firms have turned to alternative fee arrangements, or AFAs, as a way to stay ahead of, and distinguish themselves from the competition (without reducing rates), and cultivate a loyal client base.
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What Employers Should Know About the DTSA
Should you notify your employees of their rights?
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