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News Digest: 20,000 legal pros, one webinar, and a lot of decision fatigue
News Digest: 20,000 legal pros, one webinar, and a lot of decision fatigue

This week's digest with the latest Legal.io trends, insights, and updates to help you navigate your legal career.

Apr 24, 2026
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BigLaw Leaves China While Expanding in UK
BigLaw Leaves China While Expanding in UK

More firms are closing their branch offices in China, while London sees a partner hiring surge despite an economic recession.

Mar 08, 2024
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Lawyers Who Stopped Musk’s Pay Plan Seek $6B in Stock
Lawyers Who Stopped Musk’s Pay Plan Seek $6B in Stock

Lawyers representing a Tesla investor are requesting $6B in legal fees, payable in Tesla stock, after successfully challenging Elon Musk’s $55.8B pay package.

Mar 07, 2024
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Surge in Demand for DEI Lawyers Amid Corporate Diversity Debates
Surge in Demand for DEI Lawyers Amid Corporate Diversity Debates

The demand for DEI specialists and lawyers has significantly increased among Fortune 500 companies following the Supreme Court's review of university admissions processes.

Mar 06, 2024
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The Supreme Court Debates the Future of Online Speech
The Supreme Court Debates the Future of Online Speech

The Supreme Court appeared skeptical of a pair of laws in Texas and Florida restricting how social media companies and others hosting user-generated content can moderate their sites.

Mar 05, 2024
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OpenAI Faces Legal Challenges Over Copyright Infringement Claims
OpenAI Faces Legal Challenges Over Copyright Infringement Claims

News organizations The Intercept, Raw Story, and AlterNet have filed lawsuits against OpenAI in New York federal court, accusing it of copyright infringement for using their articles to train ChatGPT.

Feb 29, 2024
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NIST Releases Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 
NIST Releases Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 

The National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 introduces updates emphasizing corporate governance and supply chain risk management to enhance cybersecurity resilience across various sectors.

Feb 29, 2024
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Hiring Surge in the eDiscovery Sector
Hiring Surge in the eDiscovery Sector

eDiscovery is experiencing a hiring surge due to technological advancements, increasing data volumes, and a shift towards remote and flexible work models, creating a high demand for professionals with legal and technological expertise.

Feb 28, 2024
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ABA Says Law Schools Still Need Approval for Alternative Admissions Program
ABA Says Law Schools Still Need Approval for Alternative Admissions Program

The American Bar Association requires law schools to seek variances to use the JD-Next exam in admissions, awaiting more data on its validity and reliability as a tool for assessing prospective students.

Feb 27, 2024
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U.S. Justice Department Appoints First AI Officer
U.S. Justice Department Appoints First AI Officer

The U.S. Justice Department has appointed Jonathan Mayer as its first Chief Science and Technology Advisor and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, a move aimed at ensuring the department stays abreast of scientific and technological advancements.

Feb 26, 2024
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2024 Compensation Data: How Satisfied are In-House Legal Professionals with their Pay?
2024 Compensation Data: How Satisfied are In-House Legal Professionals with their Pay?

Insights on compensation satisfaction from 1,500+ in-house legal professionals, based on Legal.io salary data.

Jan 23, 2024
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Chicago Law Firm in Hot Water Over Biometric Privacy Concerns
Chicago Law Firm in Hot Water Over Biometric Privacy Concerns

A recent lawsuit filed against Mandell Menkes accuses the firm of violating Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA).

Aug 25, 2023
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