Legal Roundup
Attorney General James Stands with Law Firm Targeted by Trump Administration
New York Attorney General Letitia James and a coalition of 20 other attorneys general today filed an amicus brief supporting the law firm Susman Godfrey against illegal attacks by the Trump administration.
Attorney General Raúl Torrez Sues Trump Administration to Stop Illegal Tariffs
Attorney General Raúl Torrez joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit to block President Trump’s illegal tariffs that are increasing prices and inflicting chaos on the American economy.
Attorney General Mayes Warns Job Seekers to be Alert for Possible Employment Scams
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes wants to remind those looking for employment to be on the lookout for possible employment scams.
Carr: Dublin Gang Members Sentenced to Life Plus 410 Years for Double Murder
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that the Superior Court of Laurens County has sentenced Jaswain Bell to two terms of life in prison plus 410 years for the murders of 24-year-old Sacred Brown and 23-year-old Miyori Ellington in Dublin, Georgia.
Independent Investigations Division Investigating a Fatal OfficerInvolved Shooting in Baltimore County
The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in Arbutus, Baltimore County, Maryland.
Drummond urges Pardon and Parole Board to deny clemency for convicted murderer
Attorney General Gentner Drummond formally requested that the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board deny clemency for convicted murderer George John Hanson. His clemency hearing is May 7.
Thompson Coburn Welcomes Kimberly Rennick as Chief Business Development & Marketing Officer
Thompson Coburn is pleased to announce the addition of Kimberly Bero Rennick to the firm’s leadership team in the role of Chief Business Development & Marketing Officer (CBDMO).
Attorney General Alan Wilson demands City of Columbia repeal unconstitutional faith-based counseling ban
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has formally demanded that the City of Columbia repeal City Ordinance 2021-021, citing clear conflicts with state law and violations of constitutional rights. In a letter sent to the Columbia City Council , Wilson urged immediate action to bring the city into compliance with state statutes and the South Carolina Constitution.
Attorney General Clark Joins Coalition Supporting Law Firm Singled Out by Executive Order
Attorney General Charity Clark has joined 20 attorneys general in an amicus brief in support of law firm Susman Godfrey, which is challenging an unconstitutional presidential order issued as retribution against the firm for representing clients in the aftermath of the 2020 election and defending the integrity of that election.
Attorney General Brown Honors Fallen and Injured Workers on Worker Memorial Day
Thursday, April 24, is Worker Memorial Day. A day for communities across the United States to come together to honor workers who died on the job or from job-related injuries over the past year.
AG Fitch Secures Temporary Restraining Order toProtect Mississippi's Independent Pharmacies
Attorney General Lynn Fitchsought and secured a temporary restraining order (TRO) against GoodRx, Inc.;GoodRx Holdings, Inc.; MS CVS Pharmacy, LLC; and Inside Rx, LLC, stoppingthem from forcing pharmacies to take discount card program reimbursements involuntarily, in violation of Section 83-9-6.1, Miss. Code Annotated.
Attorney General Platkin Co-Leads Coalition of Attorneys General Supporting Law Firm Singled Out by Executive Order
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin is co-leading a coalition of 20 attorneys general in an amicus brief in support of law firm Susman Godfrey, which is challenging an unconstitutional presidential order that retaliates against the firm for representing clients in the aftermath of the 2020 election and defending the integrity of that election.
Attorney General James Calls on Congress to Support Critical Legal Services for Vulnerable Americans
New York Attorney General Letitia James joined a bipartisan coalition of 39 other attorneys general in sending letters to leaders in the United States House and Senate urging them to keep in place critical funding for the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) in upcoming appropriations bills.
Kirkland Represents Linden on Close of Oversubscribed Fund VI at $5.4 Billion
Kirkland & Ellis advised Linden Capital Partners on the completion of fundraising for its sixth flagship healthcare buyout fund, surpassing its $4.5 billion target and initial $5.0 billion hard cap in just under nine months.
Griffin: ‘Financial fraud isn’t a new problem, but we’re taking a new approach to fighting it’
Attorney General Tim Griffin released the following statement after announcing the formation of a Financial Fraud Task Force to be led by his office.
Child Support Hearings Office Successfully Transitions To Virtual Hearings
The Department of the Attorney General Office of Child Support Hearings (OCSH) has successfully transitioned to conducting administrative hearings almost exclusively by video conference, as part of the department’s efforts to modernize operations.
DOJ announces indictment for suspended Wilmington Police Officer in use of force case
On April 14, suspended Wilmington Police Officer Sgt. Caro Spearman was indicted on charges of Assault Third Degree, Offensive Touching and two counts of Official Misconduct in New Castle County Superior Court.
Iowa Attorney General’s Office Concludes Shelby County Officer Acted with Legal Justification in Shooting
In a report issued , the Iowa Attorney General’s Office has concluded that the March 6, 2025, fatal shooting of David Robert Plagmann by a Shelby County deputy was legally justified.
AG Labrador Joins Coalition Supporting the Creation of Second Amendment Task Force
Attorney General Raúl Labrador joined attorneys general from 26 states in a letter to Attorney General Pamela Bondi in support of the creation of the Second Amendment Task Force.
Attorney General Dan Rayfield Launches Federal Oversight and Accountability Website, Litigation Tracker
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced the launch of a new Federal Oversight page on the Oregon Department of Justice website.