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February 8, 2010

Spotlight on Laterals



Photos: Diego M. Radzinschi / National Law Journal

Four legal business power players discuss the current market for lateral partners. Their verdict: It may be the most active period of movement in recent memory. Plus, a look at lateral numbers in 2009 at the nation's largest law frms and in regional legal markets.

Plaintiffs' firms mount mass attack on Toyota


Trial lawyers say litigation over Toyota's faulty accelerators will be epic in scope.

ICE warms up to detainees


Immigration chief John Morton promises an overhaul of 'haphazard' system.

In Focus

After Copenhagen, it is clear there will be winners and losers

U.S. officials who spoke at the conference have stressed wind, solar, carbon capture.

Fort Hood trial will highlight the military justice system

The unique nature of fact-finding 'panels' calls for different advocacy than in civilian court.

ITC patent dispute over wind turbines turns political

The case developed into a battleground of public policy, with members of Congress weighing in.

Rule Reversal

A year into office, Obama's lived up to his promise at some agencies and not made much progress at others.

Featured Stories

Hardly a moot point

The Supreme Court in Alvarez should not have avoided the important issue of the constitutionality of a forfeiture law.

The collateral order doctrine after 'Mohawk'

9th Circuit has held the decision does not bar immediate appeal of a First Amendment privilege ruling.

Court-ordered community treatment

The merits of state statutes such as Kendra's Law deserve renewed debate.

SEC rules bolster compensation disclosure

Are the latest proxy statement requirements 'new and improved' or mostly confusing and difficult?

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