New York

Former Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs prosecutor will lead Cornell investigation

A Cornell University alumna and former federal prosecutor who oversaw the criminal case against hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs will serve as outside counsel for the investigation into an alleged gang rape on Cornell’s campus in 2024.

Nov 5, 2026 9:53 AM CST

New York State Bar Association tells lawyers not to bill for time saved by AI

The New York State Bar Association is calling for restrictions on how much lawyers can bill clients for the amount of time saved using artificial intelligence tools or expended learning how to use them.

Nov 3, 2026 1:43 PM CST

Judge who invoked role in garbage fine battle admonished

A judicial misconduct watchdog said a Brooklyn, New York City, judge repeatedly invoked her judicial role and trial schedule while contesting New York City sanitation citations for garbage in front of her home.

Nov 3, 2026 10:01 AM CST

Firm partners in Silicon Valley paid more than NY partners, new survey shows

In a reversal that could reflect the artificial intelligence-fueled technology industry boom, law firm partners in Silicon Valley earned more on average than partners in New York last year, according to a new survey.

Oct 30, 2026 10:03 AM CDT

Federal Judge Alvin Hellerstein of New York dies at 92

U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein of the Southern District of New York died Wednesday at age 92.

Oct 29, 2026 9:49 AM CDT

New York follows other states with direction on using AI responsibly in court

Guidance on using artificial intelligence in litigation was recently released by the New York State Unified Court System; subtopics include understanding the technology’s limitations and best practices for verification.

Oct 28, 2026 3:23 PM CDT

Judge who repeatedly used racist slur removed by court

A judge in upstate New York was removed from the bench Tuesday by the New York Court of Appeals, the state’s highest court, for repeatedly using a racial slur while recounting a personal story and making other racially insensitive comments.

Oct 28, 2026 10:41 AM CDT

'Chasing Goodfellas': Former prosecutor's memoir recounts taking on the mob and playing himself in the film

Former federal prosecutor Ed McDonald’s new memoir recounts his role in the film “Goodfellas” and his role in taking down New York mobster Henry Hill and other major crime figures.

Oct 28, 2026 10:18 AM CDT

It takes a lot of workouts to look this mediocre, but exercise makes lawyers better

While the headline of this article may suggest it’s about vanity, it’s not. Well, for the most part.

Oct 27, 2026 8:46 AM CDT

Ex-Willkie partner, wife hit with $14.5M federal tax debt lawsuit

The federal government filed a lawsuit Thursday against a former partner at Willkie Farr & Gallagher and his wife for unpaid federal income taxes totaling over $14.5 million, attempting to satisfy the couple’s debt through the forced sale of a New York property.

Oct 26, 2026 2:07 PM CDT

DOJ unlawfully fired Maurene Comey, daughter of former FBI director, judge rules

A federal judge in New York ruled Monday that the Justice Department unlawfully fired Maurene Comey, daughter of former FBI director James B. Comey, from her job as a federal prosecutor.

Oct 26, 2026 12:42 PM CDT

Hofstra University says it had no responsibility to help bar candidate in cardiac arrest

Hofstra University has asked a New York judge to dismiss the lawsuit of a July 2025 bar candidate who suffered cardiac arrest while taking the bar exam at the Long Island, New York, school last year, stating that it didn’t have a responsibility to help her.

Oct 21, 2026 9:42 AM CDT

Cider Man: Chicago lawyer reclaims his heritage with cidery in upstate New York

In 2021, Seminary Hill opened its doors. It has a 12-acre organic orchard that grows 60 varieties of apples and pears. Its cidery was constructed with wood from New York’s now-demolished Tappan Zee Bridge, and it was the first building of its kind to receive Passive House certification for reducing energy use.

Oct 19, 2026 1:55 PM CDT

Lawyer for Jane Doe in Cornell case accuses defendants’ attorneys of leaks

A lawyer for the woman who is suing Cornell University and multiple other defendants in connection with an alleged gang rape at a fraternity house pushed back Wednesday against an attempt to restrict what is said about the case, accusing attorneys for the defendants of leaking information to the news media.

Oct 15, 2026 12:26 PM CDT

Judge censured following ‘little experiment’ in court with gun, stapler

A “little experiment” involving a stapler and a handgun in court has led to a censure for a judge in the New York City Criminal Court.

Oct 14, 2026 11:13 AM CDT