Insights: For Lawyers

The Best Lawyers in New Zealand™ 2024 Awards

by Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers in New Zealand 2024 awards include an elite field of top lawyers and law firms.

Announcing The Best Lawyers in Japan™ 2024

by Best Lawyers

We are proud to present the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers awards for Japan which include the top lawyers and law firms in the country.

Radical Change in New England’s Legal Landscape

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers weighs in on the latest regulatory developments fresh out of New England, covering stories from states including Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont.

The Corporate Push for Renewable Utilities in Georgia

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers highlights the rising popularity of renewable utilities amongst a growing number of major corporations, all with operations based in Georgia.

Class-Action Claims to Increase in the Wake of Societal Emphasis of ESG

by Agenique Smiley

Corporate litigators and state lawmakers anticipate a mounting rise in ESG-related issues surrounding class-action lawsuits. One Best Lawyers recognized firm is weighing in with survey data supporting this increase.

Under Pressure

by Antonios Roustopoulos and Sara T. Wagner

Capital markets commercial real estate is under pressure, and creativity is needed to make deals in 2023.

Whistleblower Legislation Opens the Doors for More International Claims

by Justin Smulison

An Anti-Money Laundering Act, part of a recently passed Omnibus Budget in the U.S. Senate, is expanding protection for whistleblowers both domestically and internationally.

Estate Plan Implications in Divorce

by April Will and James Vedder

It’s essential that family law practitioners consult with estate planning attorneys as they guide their clients through a marital breakup. Here’s what to what to consider when there is a trust, but the parties do not trust each other.

The Quarter-Century Childhood

by Joseph Trotti

In recent years, proposed and enacted laws have significantly expanded parental obligation for child support, receiving little attention. Even if well-meaning, they have their flaws, beginning with reduced parental rights.

The Evolving Reproductive Landscape

by Justin Smulison

The Supreme Court’s thunderclap Dobbs decision sent abortion policy nationwide into utterly unfamiliar terrain. The ruling also has a colossal effect on surrogates, intended parents and anyone involved in family planning given the patchwork of state laws likely to emerge. What’s a family law attorney to do?

Clients with Appeal

by Michele M. Jochner

It’s frustrating to lose a case you’ve worked hard on. When considering whether to take an appeal of that ruling, here’s what to keep in mind—and how to enable your client to make that decision.

2023 Best Lawyers Mexican Awards

by Best Lawyers

Announcing Mexico's 2023 recognized lawyers and firms.

New York City To Clarify Employer Artificial Intelligence Laws

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyer weighs in on New York City's current legislative battle to clarify the extent of artificial intelligence laws in an employment setting.

A New Spin on Continuing Legal Education

by Sara Collin

Attorney Humira Noorestani is launching a program for continuing legal education, one that she’s dubbed the “Netflix of CLE,” allowing lawyers in the U.S. to explore legal knowledge from prominent lawyers around the world.

South Florida’s Legal Renaissance

by Gregory Sirico

What was once only thought of as a destination for vacation may now be the top legal market in the country, attracting talent from around the world.

Cyber Coverage Pitfalls

by Robert W. Wilkins

Institutional data breaches are, unfortunately, more common (and more costly) than ever. Cybersecurity insurance can help—but is your firm’s policy really as ironclad as you think?