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Announcing the 2024 Best Lawyers Immigration Law Legal Guide
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The first edition of the Best Lawyers Immigration Law Legal Guide for 2024 is now live and includes recognitions for all Best Lawyers immigration law awards.
Read Full ArticleThe 2024 Best Lawyers in Spain™
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Best Lawyers is honored to announce the 16th edition of The Best Lawyers in Spain™ and the third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Spain™ for 2024.
Best Lawyers Expands Chilean 2024 Awards
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Best Lawyers is pleased to announce the 14th edition of The Best Lawyers in Chile™ and the inaugural edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Chile™, honoring the top lawyers and firms conferred on by their Chilean peers.
Announcing The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ 2024
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Best Lawyers is excited to announce the landmark 15th edition of The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ for 2024, including the exclusive "Law Firm of the Year" awards.
Announcing the 2023 The Best Lawyers in America Honorees
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Only the top 5.3% of all practicing lawyers in the U.S. were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
The Best Lawyers in Portugal™ 2024
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The 2024 awards for Portugal include the 14th edition of The Best Lawyers in Portugal™ and 2nd edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Portugal™.
The Best Lawyers in Peru™ 2024
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Best Lawyers is excited to announce the landmark 10th edition of The Best Lawyers in Peru, the prestigious award recognizing the country's lop legal talent.
The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ 2023
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Best Lawyers proudly announces lawyers recognized in South Africa for 2023.
The Best Lawyers in Chile™ 2023
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The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms in Chile.
The Best Lawyers in Colombia™ 2024
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Best Lawyers is honored to announce the 14th edition of The Best Lawyers in Colombia™ for 2024, which honors Colombia's most esteemed lawyers and law firms.
Announcing the 2024 Best Lawyers in Puerto Rico™
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Best Lawyers is proud to announce the 11th edition of The Best Lawyers in Puerto Rico™, honoring the top lawyers and firms across the country for 2024.
The 2023 Best Lawyers in Portugal™
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Announcing the elite group of lawyers recognized in Portugal for 2023.
Unwrapping Shrinkflation
by Justin Smulison
Through the lens of the United States, we take a closer look at the global implication of companies downsizing products while maintaining and often raising prices.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for 2023
by Best Lawyers
The third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ highlights the legal talent of lawyers who have been in practice less than 10 years.
The 2024 Best Lawyers in Spain™
by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is honored to announce the 16th edition of The Best Lawyers in Spain™ and the third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Spain™ for 2024.
Announcing The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ 2024
by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is excited to announce the landmark 15th edition of The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ for 2024, including the exclusive "Law Firm of the Year" awards.
The Best Lawyers in Portugal™ 2024
by Best Lawyers
The 2024 awards for Portugal include the 14th edition of The Best Lawyers in Portugal™ and 2nd edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Portugal™.
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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.
Violating the Victim
by Megan Bishop and Thomas R. Ward
Two criminal law lawyers from Colorado detail the confounding ways in which prosecutors violate the victim in domestic violence cases.
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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).
The Courtroom Climate
by Peter Kolla
Recent decisions across Canada have underscored that courts are wary of usurping legislatures—both provincial and federal—when faced with litigants demanding they do something about climate change.
Rise of the Machines
by Michele M. Jochner
New “generative AI” programs have great potential to help attorneys with certain tasks that will make their work more efficient. Yet the use of any new technology must always adhere to strict ethical standards. One notorious recent case shows why.
Chemical Considerations
by David A. Fusco, Laura K. Veith, Tara L. Pehush and Vincenzo R. Chimera
Consumer exposure to a variety of chemicals is increasingly fertile ground for the plaintiffs’ bar, with an array of litigation targeting manufacturers.
Incendiary Behavior
by Lyssa A. Roberts and Rahul Ravipudi
California’s future will see more frequent wildfires caused by faulty equipment. Litigation tied to recent Golden State infernos shows the way forward.
Bringing Down the Hammer
by Joseph Trotti
Thor relied on one weapon, his mighty hammer. General counsel tends to play to their own strengths. What worked for the Viking deity may be a bad idea for you.
The Resolution Solution
by John Oh
The pandemic threw sand in the gears of America’s slow-moving trial system, making mediation an increasingly attractive option for plaintiffs and defendants.
Vanguards of Victory: Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada 2024
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The third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ has been announced, and the lawyers showcased by these awards are rising to the challenge each day as advocates for clients all across the country.
A Celebration of Excellence: The Best Lawyers in Canada 2024 Awards
by Best Lawyers
As we embark on the 18th edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™, we are excited to highlight excellence and top legal talent across the country.
Pearls of Wisdom: Celebrating 30 Editions of Best Lawyers’ Rankings
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In celebration of our landmark 30th edition, Best Lawyers’ leadership explains how the world’s original and most trusted legal awards maintain their esteem, integrity and reputation for excellence among the top legal entities and their clients.
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Raising the Bar
by John Fields
New York City-based powerhouse Block O’Toole & Murphy continues to set new benchmarks for personal injury cases, with the firm achieving landmark victories.
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A Winning Approach
by John Fields
Recognized New York-based lawyer and trial legend Benedict Morelli, with his firm sharing the keys to their courtroom success, has developed a winning approach.
New York Passes 9/11 Notice Act
by Gregory Sirico
Best Lawyers highlights the newly enacted 9/11 Notice Act, which seeks to find individuals eligible for medical care coverage under different federal programs.
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Precision in Practice
by John Fields
For four decades, the Perecman Firm's unwavering commitment to legal excellence has been crucial in securing victory for those facing life-altering injuries.
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Sexual Misconduct Investigations at Work
by Carley Reynolds
Lawyer Carley Reynolds explains how to navigate sexual misconduct allegations at work and offers advice and guidance for those who have been falsely accused.
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Romer Debbas LLP: Two Lawyers' Journeys
by Romer Debbas
Romer Debbas LLP lawyers Sarah Tadros Awad, Esq. and Catherine Azevedo, Esq. discuss their legal careers and their journeys in the real estate legal field.
How To Find a Good Divorce Lawyer
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To navigate a divorce, which is inherently a complex legal landscape, finding the right divorce lawyer can make all the difference in the outcome of any case.
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Deborah Change: Strong, Compassionate Leadership
by Justin Smulison
Athea Trial Lawyers continued to impact the California legal landscape, securing justice for the family of an internationally renowned women’s rights leader.
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The Rise of Child Sexual Abuse: A Dark Epidemic
by Justin Smulison
As child sexual abuse cases continue to grow in prevalence, Bobby Saadian, founder & president of Wilshire Law Firm, gives Best Lawyers the inside scoop.
Southern California Edison Facing Negligence Claims Over Wildfires
by Gregory Sirico
Southern California Edison, the largest subsidiary of the electric utility company in the state, is facing legal claims following the 2020 Bobcat wildfire.
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Easton & Easton: Let Our Family Help Yours
by Justin Smulison
For more than 50 years, Easton & Easton have continued to be the go-to trial law firm for injury and wrongful death claims in Southern California in 2023.
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Justice For Maui
by Justin Smulison
The Maui wildfires were the 5th deadliest wildfire in the U.S. James Frantz was quick to team up with Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner, providing crucial resources.