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486 ABA Journal North America articles.

15 attorney killings remain unsolved, Baja California Bar Association says

Police investigators have failed to solve the 15 violent deaths of lawyers that have happened during the last two years in Baja California—a Mexican state on the Baja California Peninsula bordering the state of California—according to the head of the Baja California Bar Association.

Apr 3, 2026 9:37 AM CDT

Crypto founder who allegedly staged his death is at center of class action lawsuit

The founders of a cryptocurrency project called Zerebro have been accused of promoting fake artificial intelligence, manipulating token markets, and staging one of their deaths to draw attention away from mounting questions over insider trading.

Feb 11, 2026 10:34 AM CST

Firms may have to embrace changes in billing methods to succeed, new report says

This may be the last year that law firms can expect billing rate increases to drive financial stability, according to a new survey of more than 800 senior finance and legal professionals in large firms across North America, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Jan 27, 2026 1:41 PM CST

Senior lawyer, filmmaker explores questions about retirement in latest documentary

Longtime civil litigator Stephen Herman filmed, edited and produced several videos with his wife Evelyn Neaman, who worked in program management at the Justice Education Society, before deciding to focus his lens on retirement. Retirement on Trial, a documentary Herman and Neaman released in 2023, explores the challenges lawyers face when preparing (or not) for life beyond practicing full time.

Dec 17, 2025 10:37 AM CST

Supreme Court to consider case that could limit asylum rights for migrants

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to review the question of when a migrant actually arrives in the United States, in a case that could determine whether migrants intercepted before crossing U.S. borders can apply for asylum.

Nov 17, 2025 1:47 PM CST

Preparing clients for depositions is essential—but easier said than done

Benjamin Franklin said, "By failing to prepare, you're preparing to fail." Sounds wise, but I doubt Benjamin Franklin carried on a busy litigation practice.

Nov 12, 2025 12:21 PM CST

How law department leaders should approach technology adoption to maximize impact and efficiency

Ari Kaplan recently spoke to Anne Post, the CEO of Xakia Technologies' North America division. Xakia Technologies is a provider of legal matter and contract management solutions.

Sep 23, 2025 8:54 AM CDT

Does Trump have power to unilaterally impose tariffs? Supreme Court will decide

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to decide whether President Donald Trump may use emergency powers granted in a 1977 law to impose tariffs without congressional authorization.

Sep 10, 2025 10:49 AM CDT

Incoming ABA President Michelle Behnke to prioritize defending liberty, pursuing justice

The American Bar Association will redouble its efforts to defend liberty and pursue justice to advance the rule of law, said Wisconsin attorney Michelle Behnke, who became ABA president Tuesday at the close of association’s annual meeting in Toronto.

Aug 13, 2025 3:21 PM CDT

ABA House adopts policy on law firm intimidation, immigration issues

The American Bar Association House of Delegates adopted more than 50 policy matters, including one on law firm intimidation, several on immigration enforcement and detention, and resolutions on academic freedom and open, civil debate at universities when it met during the 2025 ABA Annual Meeting.

Aug 12, 2025 12:54 PM CDT

ABA celebrates ‘long-standing ties’ with Canadian lawyers at annual meeting

For only the fourth time in its nearly 150-year history, the ABA is hosting its annual meeting in Toronto. The theme of the 2025 ABA Annual Meeting, which runs today through Tuesday, is “Rule of Law Rising: Advancing Law in a Connected World.”

Aug 6, 2025 9:01 AM CDT

2025 Margaret Brent Award recipients inspire ‘next generation of women lawyers’

Five female lawyers who have excelled in their field and paved the way for other women to succeed will receive the Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award during the ABA Annual Meeting in Toronto.

Jul 29, 2025 12:24 PM CDT

SCOTUS rejects Mexico’s suit against US gun-makers, sees problems with aiding-and-abetting theory

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously Thursday that Mexico cannot sue U.S. gun companies for aiding the flow of guns to drug cartels because its factual allegations fell short.

Jun 5, 2025 1:12 PM CDT

Is lawyer advertising a good thing?

While snowbirding in Florida, I find I cannot escape the tsunami of lawyers’ billboard ads inundating the state’s roads and highways, trying to attract motorist related business.

May 14, 2025 10:49 AM CDT

Attrition rate is ‘markedly higher’ for associates of color, NALP Foundation says

The attrition rate for associates in law firms was 20% in 2024, up from 18% in 2023 but still lower than the historic high of 26% in 2021, according to the NALP Foundation for Law Career Research and Education.

Apr 29, 2025 9:19 AM CDT

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