Tag Archives: Politics
Romney, Ropes, and Bain and the Ties that Bind
Mitt Romney and Ropes & Gray go way back. Here’s a look at the ties that continue to bind Romney and the white-shoe Boston firm.
Smooth Operators
Who are some of the Am Law lawyers helping the presidential candidates in early primary/caucus states?
Suit Fights State Ban of Mixed Martial Arts
You usually don’t associate sports with the First Amendment. The UFC hopes the courts will do what the NY legislature has failed to do, thus far. On a personal note, … Continue reading
Appeals Court Tosses “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Challenge
Republicans believed DADT repeal wasn’t enough and wanted it declared unconstitutional? What planet am I on? Okay, so it was the Log Cabin Republicans.
Battle Lines: Redistricting Litigation Heats Up Across the Country
For something that comes around once a decade (unless you’re in Texas), it’s no surprise that redistricting generates a ton of litigation.
Gibson Dunn’s Scalia Scores Again in SEC Rule Challenge, Wins D.C. Circuit Ruling on Proxy Contests
The younger Scalia is now 4-for-4 against the SEC. He’s got a while to go before he catches the 1971-72 Lakers and their 33-game winning streak, though.
Q&A: Paul Smith of Jenner & Block on the Effort to Repeal DOMA
If I’m on web duty, then something about DOMA or same-sex marriage will break. It’s become a rule. This week was no different.
Wyoming Supreme Court Grants Same-Sex Couple a Divorce
Will this decision lead to a Defense of Divorce Act (DODA)?
Arizona Hires Paul Clement to Defend Immigration Law
Going to a smaller firm doesn’t mean Paul Clement is downsizing his practice. In fact, he’s adding to his caseload.