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Does a Settlement Agreement That is Silent on a Fee Claim Waive a Judicially-Reserved Claim for Attorneys’ Fees Based on a Discovery Violation?

E-Discovery LLC

The trial court also directed mediation, stating that, if mediation did not resolve the issue, it would reschedule the matter. After mediation, the parties signed a custody agreement: The agreement made no mention of attorney’s fees. It may not be cited as precedent within the rule of stare decisis.

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The Secret Sauce for Communicating With the Boss as a New Lawyer

Attorney at Work

You should also take advantage of opportunities to observe depositions, mediations or hearings (even if nonbillable) and use that time to learn from the partner by asking questions about their approach — and to get to know them (and let them get to know you).

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Discretionary Stay of Discovery Pending Decision on Dispositive Motion

E-Discovery LLC

On the telephone conference, defense counsel represented that a litigation hold has been in place since summer 2023, a few months after this dispute arose and the parties agreed to pre-litigation mediation. In a note, the Court wrote that it would not take a preliminary peek at the merits of the dispositive motion.

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Not an Insect, Not Your Relative: The Grammatical Antecedent

Attorney at Work

Here is a sentence from a mediation brief submitted to me: “The defendant knew the importance of this document.”. I wasted time going over the preceding pages again. When you get this feedback [did you see “this” as the pro-form for an entire sentence?], your reader or listener may be reacting literally, not argumentatively.

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Legal Turmoil in the Pharmaceutical Industry: AbbVie, Purdue, and Beyond

Complex Discovery

AbbVie vehemently denies wrongdoing and argues that the decision sets a dangerous precedent that could undermine attorney-client privilege across the board. The creditors’ committee underscores its commitment to mediation but insists on the right to pursue litigation if talks fail.

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What Is Business Litigation?

Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

If options like mediation fail, then you may need to consider litigation (i.e., The process can involve negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and/or a trial before a judge or jury to determine the outcome. In some cases, pursuing litigation can discourage similar future disputes by setting a precedent.

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Shattering Glass Ceilings: Journeying Through Construction Law, Regulations to Resolutions – Sally Davies – S7E8

Legally Speaking

Well, picture this: when conflicts arise in the world of construction, someone swoops in like a legal superhero, armed with a toolbox of litigation, arbitration, mediation, and adjudication skills. One of his most famous cases precedes the House of Lords. You might be wondering, what exactly does a construction disputes partner do?