Mergers & Acquisitions
Law firms merged in unprecedented numbers in 2013
By Joshua Seboldn
Nationwide, more than 85 U.S. law firm mergers had been announced by late December, shattering the previous record of 70 from ...
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
Appeals court: sons of concert promoter can move forward with copyright claim
By Fiona Smith
The 9th Circuit dives into a legal feud between the heirs of concert promoter Bill Graham and his executor as well as other at...
A weekly roundup of lateral attorney moves, law firm office openings and partner promotions from around California.
Law Practice
Amid threat of closure, litigator buys his favorite eatery
By Alexandra Schwappach
Steven A. Nichols now oversees management, hiring, finances and taste-testing at Cyrano's Caffe in addition to co-chairing the...
Letter to the Editor
Candied Sweet Potato Pie with Maple Sugar Cinnamon Whipped Cream
By John Michael
After a few failed attempts to duplicate her mother's unique holiday recipe for candied yams, Duane Morris LLP associate Audra...
One doesn't often associate doughnuts and healthy eating, but Jennifer Wiegley, an attorney at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, said her glu...
Judges and Judiciary
After skepticism, judges say judicial branch reform moving forward
By Paul Jones
The judicial branch's administrative office, long a target of criticism, is making progress with internal reforms after a crit...
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Intellectual Property
Federal Circuit weighs in on attorney fees in patent suits amid debate
By Kevin Lee
Memory chip component manufacturer Sidense Corp. has another opportunity to win attorney fees from Santa Clara-based Kilopass ...
It was a call to public service that drew each of the attorneys at this Orinda-based firm personal injury firm to the law. Mor...
Corporate
Trade secret misappropriation claims are the new noncompetes
By Ben Armisteadn
Companies need to be aware of the vulnerabilities presented when nearly any employee moves between jobs and take measures to p...
Family law and juvenile court judges will now receive more educational training on gender identity and sexual orientation issu...
Smartphone giants Apple and Samsung went toe-to-toe in another San Jose-based trial, while lawmakers once again labored to cra...
Here are summaries of lawyer disciplinary actions taken recently by the state Supreme Court or the Bar Court, listing attorney...
A roundup of recent merger and acquisition and financing activiy and the lawyers involved.
Arnold P. Peter has expanded his career as a powerful entertainment attorney into a multi-faceted role as an all-purpose Holly...
Vice President - Legal, General Counsel and Secretary of Leap Motion Inc. San Francisco ...
Corporate
The secret to recruiting and retaining the best and brightest talent
By Ben Armisteadn
The competition is steep. There are talent shortages around the world. By C. Matthew Schulz ...
Nathan Davis and Jana Moser, associates at Liner Grode Stein Yankelevitz Sunshine Regenstreif & Taylor LLP, provide vegeta...
Corporate
Corporate legal spending focusing more on global pursuits
By Alexandra Schwappach
According to a recent study by BTI Consulting Group, global expenditures now account for 40 percent of U.S. corporate legal sp...
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
Cities cannot require hotels to give police guest information, 9th Circuit rules
By Hadley Robinson
City laws requiring hotel and motel operators to hand over guests' personal information to police officers who ask for it viol...
These quintessential holiday treats combine the autumnal flavors of pumpkin and spice with the smooth, tangy sweetness of crea...
Judges and Judiciary
Low-key Montana jurist set to become 9th Circuit's chief judge
By John Roemer
Circuit Judge Sidney R. Thomas, set to succeed Alex Kozinski next year as chief of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, is i...
From spearheading nationwide fast food worker protests to suing for unpaid wages on behalf of warehouse loaders, unions have g...
When law offices and arbitration courts cannot accommodate everyone involved, lawyers do the next best thing - rent out tempor...
A roundup of recent real estate activity and the lawyers involved.
Overseeing the litany of legal work behind the 2015 Special Olympics World Games is Maidie E. Oliveau, counsel at Arent Fox LL...
The answer might surprise you. By Wendy L. Patrick ...
Mandatory minimum sentencing is under attack in Washington, and the criticisms are familiar by now. By William G. Otis ...
Most of the firm's artwork can be traced to Anderson, a former employment attorney who spent more than 30 years working in and...