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Breaking Down Criminal Conviction in Canada

by Mass Tsang

Statistics Canada’s annual breakdown of adult criminal court data provides an eye-opening review of how the country’s court system resolves its hundreds of thousands of cases annually.

Managing The Pitfalls of Restitution in Federal White-Collar Cases

by Taft Stettinius & Hollister

While defense attorneys’ primary focus is on their clients serving as little jail time as possible, giving attention to restitution owed is just as important.

Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey: Compassionate Service and Relentless Representation

by Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey

The attorneys at Bannister, Wyatt & Stalvey, LLC are here to help you navigate your criminal case in South Carolina, specializing in DUIs, Criminal Sexual Conduct, Homicide and Expungement.

The Hidden Constitutional Crisis: Maine’s Mounting Criminal Law Catastrophe

by Gregory Sirico

The number of criminal defendants lacking legal representation in Maine is skyrocketing like nowhere else in the US. Is there any stopping it?

US Criminal Law Legal Guide: Navigating Future Changes in Legislation

by Gregory Sirico

This article highlights noteworthy pending criminal justice reform legislation, such as the Equal Act, the First Step Implementation Act and the Federal Prison Oversight Act.

Prop 36 California 2024: California’s Path to Stricter Sentencing and Criminal Justice Reform

by Jennifer Verta

Explore how Prop 36 could shape California's sentencing laws and justice reform.

Understanding Main Justice and Its Role in Federal Prosecutions

by Morgan Pilate

Here’s how to resolve a case when Main Justice is involved.

A Beacon of Excellence in Criminal Defense

by Nicole Deborde Hochglaube

Nicole Hochglaube has built her firm and practice on fierce advocacy for her clients, and her excellence and work in Texas are highlighted through her awards and success.

Don’t Cross the Line

by John R. Mitchell and Mira Aftim

Settlement negotiations tend to instigate the most zealous advocacy among attorneys. But how far is “too far?”, and when can settlement demands turn into extortion?

Violating the Victim

by Thomas R. Ward and Megan Bishop

Two criminal law lawyers from Colorado detail the confounding ways in which prosecutors violate the victim in domestic violence cases.

Circuit Split: Can Federal Courts Award Lost Profits as Part of a Restitution Order?

by Nicholas Oleski

The Sixth Circuit has ruled against awarding lost profits as restitution to a business forced to close due to a robbery, highlighting a growing circuit split on whether lost profits can be included in restitution orders under the Mandatory Victims Restitution Act (MVRA).

Get a Lawyer

by Anne M. Collart and Ricardo Solano Jr.

When a subpoena arrives, having counsel can save time and money and also protect your rights.

Where’s My Apology Letter? Client Control and Expectations Regarding Representation

by Joseph S. Passanise and Taylon Sumners

Through every interaction with clients, lawyers can practice effective client management, utilizing clear communication, transparency and diligence.

Why Refusing a Blood Alcohol Test Might Be Safest

by Charles E. Tiernan III

A seasoned criminal defense and OUI lawyer explains why refusing to take a blood alcohol test after an OUI arrest may be the safest option for the arrestee.

The Current Situation for Asylum Seekers in the U.S.

by Murali Bashyam and Allison Lukanich

The U.S. asylum system has a staggering over 1.3 million cases pending before immigration courts and the government must distribute more resources to aid this watershed and resolve asylum claims faster.

The Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon: A Criminal Defense Law Firm

by Joseph A. Simon

The Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon is an Ann Arbor-based firm that specializes in Criminal Defense. Over his 37-year career, Joseph A. Simon has defended thousands of cases.

How to Sue for Defamation: Costs, Process and What to Expect

by Bryan Driscoll

Learn the legal standards, costs and steps involved when you sue for defamation, including the difference between libel and slander.

The Family Law Loophole That Lets Sex Offenders Parent Kids

by Bryan Driscoll

Is the state's surrogacy framework putting children at risk?

Best Lawyers 2026: Discover the Honorees in Brazil, Mexico, Portugal, South Africa and Spain

by Jamilla Tabbara

A growing international network of recognized legal professionals.

Algorithmic Exclusion

by Bryan Driscoll

The Workday lawsuit and the future of AI in hiring.

Unenforceable HOA Rules: What Homeowners Can Do About Illegal HOA Actions

by Bryan Driscoll

Not every HOA rule is legal. Learn how to recognize and fight unenforceable HOA rules that overstep the law.

Holiday Pay Explained: Federal Rules and Employer Policies

by Bryan Driscoll

Understand how paid holidays work, when employers must follow their policies and when legal guidance may be necessary.

Reddit’s Lawsuit Could Change How Much AI Knows About You

by Justin Smulison

Big AI is battling for its future—your data’s at stake.

US Tariff Uncertainty Throws Canada Into Legal Purgatory

by Bryan Driscoll

The message is clear: There is no returning to pre-2025 normalcy.

Florida Rewrites the Rules on Housing

by Laurie Villanueva

Whether locals like it or not.

The 2026 Best Lawyers Awards in Chile, Colombia and Puerto Rico

by Jamilla Tabbara

The region’s most highly regarded lawyers.

UnitedHealth's Twin Legal Storms

by Bryan Driscoll

ERISA failures and shareholder fallout in the wake of a CEO’s death.

Alimony Explained: Who Qualifies, How It Works and What to Expect

by Bryan Driscoll

A practical guide to understanding alimony, from eligibility to enforcement, for anyone navigating divorce

Can a Green Card Be Revoked?

by Bryan Driscoll

Revocation requires a legal basis, notice and the chance to respond before status can be taken away.

New Texas Family Laws Transform Navigating Divorce, Custody

by Bryan Driscoll

Reforms are sweeping, philosophically distinct and designed to change the way families operate.

Why Skechers' $9.4B Private Equity Buyout Sparked Investor Revolt

by Laurie Villanueva

Shareholder anger, a lack of transparency and a 'surprising' valuation.

What Is the Difference Between a Will and a Living Trust?

by Bryan Driscoll

A practical guide to wills, living trusts and how to choose the right plan for your estate.