News from August 2024
Court seeks feedback on CLE credit for pro bono service proposal
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has announced a call for public comments on a proposed amendment to Rule 5 of the Maine Bar Rules. This amendment would allow attorneys to receive continuing legal education (CLE) credit for qualifying pro bono publico service.
Assistant Attorney General addresses health outcomes for justice-involved youth
Acting Assistant Attorney General Brent J. Cohen delivered remarks at the Department of Health and Human Services and Office of Justice Programs Justice-Involved Youth Webinar on August 28, 2024. He expressed gratitude to Dan Tsai and Jesse Cross-Call for organizing the event and acknowledged the participation of individuals from various sectors aimed at improving health outcomes for justice-involved youth.
Ohio Supreme Court rejects developer's bid against $1.5M payment enforcement
The Supreme Court of Ohio today rejected a real estate developer’s request to block a magistrate's order aimed at collecting a $1.5 million judgment. The case concerns an effort to redevelop a downtown Cincinnati property.
California man pleads guilty to defrauding CARES Act programs over $10 million
A California man pleaded guilty today in the Eastern District of Virginia to wire fraud for defrauding Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act programs, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Main Street Lending Program (MSLP), of more than $10 million.
Supreme Court upholds block on latest Biden-Harris student loan cancellation plan
On August 28, 2024, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that the United States Supreme Court upheld a court order from the Eighth Circuit blocking the Biden-Harris Administration’s student loan cancellation plan. The decision was unanimous.
Attorney General Murrill secures stay blocking parole policy for illegal immigrants
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill secured a temporary administrative stay against the Biden-Harris administration, halting the 'parole in place' policy while litigation proceeds.
Sheppard Mullin Shortlisted for Trademark Litigation Firm of the Year
Sheppard Mullin’s Intellectual Property practice has been shortlisted as a finalist for Trademark Litigation Firm of the Year by World Trademark Review (WTR).
New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement Announces 2nd Quarter 2024 Total Gaming Revenue Results
Based upon filings from the casino licensees made with the Division of Gaming Enforcement, the casino licensees reported 2nd Quarter 2024 Net Revenue of $829.8 million, reflecting a 1.3% increase over the same quarter last year.
Former State Representative Troy E. Merner Pleads Guilty to Wrongful Voting and Theft by Deception
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that former New Hampshire State Representative Troy E. Merner, age 62, of Carroll, New Hampshire, has pleaded guilty to Wrongful Voting in violation of RSA 659:34 and Theft by Deception in violation of RSA 637:4, both class A misdemeanors.
AG Nessel Warns Consumers of Unpaid Toll Road Smishing Scam
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reissuing a consumer alert from May warning consumers of a recent smishing scam targeting toll road users.
Green Party on Wisconsin ballot, against Dems' wishes; Lawsuit likely to follow
MADISON, Wis. (Legal Newsline) - Anticipating another court challenge, the Wisconsin Elections Commission has certified the Green Party's Presidential candidate for this year's election - a move that could possibly take votes from Democrat Kamala Harris in the swing state.
135 US attorneys recognized in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
Quinn Emanuel is pleased to announce that 135 of our US attorneys have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in 29 categories across 11 jurisdictions.
Brooks R. Smith Authors Treatise on Tennessee Real Property Law
Bradley is pleased to announce that partner Brooks R. Smith has authored a treatise on real property law in the state of Tennessee.
Troutman Pepper Achieves Strong Rankings in Q2 2024 PitchBook League Tables
Troutman Pepper’s Private Equity, Emerging Company + Venture Capital, and M&A practices achieved notable results in the latest league tables for the first half of 2024, advancing in several key categories as tracked by PitchBook.
Clarification of the AG Office’s Role in Election Audits and Criminal Investigations
The following is clarification of the Utah Attorney General Office’s role in election audits and criminal investigations.
Attorney General Alan Wilson asks Supreme Court to hear proof of citizenship for voter registration case
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a coalition of 24 states asking the Supreme Court to hear a case to confirm that states can make rules governing their own elections, including requiring voters to show proof of citizenship.
AG Henry’s Gun Violence Task Force Announces Seizure and Arrest in Firearms, Identity Theft, and Drug Trafficking Case
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a collaborative law enforcement effort resulting in the arrest of a Philadelphia man as well as the seizure of over $80,000 worth of narcotics and multiple illegal loaded firearms that were only discovered after authorities received a report of identity theft.
Attorney General James Protects New Yorkers’ Voting Rights
New York Attorney General Letitia James released the following statement after the New York State Court of Appeals affirmed the constitutionality of the New York Early Mail Voter Act, which the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) defended from a lawsuit brought by opponents challenging the legislature’s authority to enact mail-in voting:
Sheppard Mullin Selected as a Finalist for Energy Practice Group of the Year
Sheppard Mullin’s Energy, Infrastructure and Project Finance team has been shortlisted as a finalist for The American Lawyer’s “Corporate Practice Group of the Year” award in the specialty Energy category.
Mastering Quality Management Systems: Ensuring Compliance With the New Fda Ldt Rule on August 28, 2024
In the evolving landscape of diagnostics, the FDA LDT rule emphasizes the necessity for robust quality management systems (QMS).