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Decisions of Interest
Unpaid Law Firm Is Just Another Bankruptcy Creditor
In a case of first impression, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of New York has declared that a debtor husband's divorce attorney's charging lien does not have superior rights to the Chapter 7 bankruptcy estate, because even though the divorce occurred prior to the filing of the bankruptcy petition, the divorce-related fund in issue that arrived post-petition was not a new source of funds for the debtor. In re Steven Joseph DeWolfe, 2013 Bankr. LEXIS 2500 (6/19/13).
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
Bit Parts
Summary Judgment Denied Defendant in Declaratory Action by Producer of To Kill a Mockingbird Broadway Play Seeking Amateur Theatrical Rights
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.