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The Justice Department is urging the Supreme Court to limit birthright citizenship for the first time since the justices famously rejected the government’s attempt to deny citizenship to a man born in the US to Chinese immigrants. That decision, in US v Wong Kim Ark in 1898, is regarded as a landmark precedent affirming citizenship for virtually everyone born on US soil under the Constitution. Over a century later, the Trump administration is arguing that perception is wrong, and will send its top Supreme Court lawyer to make the case before the justices during oral arguments. More: bit.ly/3PHg24A

The Justice Department is urging the Supreme Court to limit birthright citizenship for the first time since the justices famously rejected the government’s attempt to deny citizenship to a man born in the US to Chinese immigrants. That decision, in US v Wong Kim Ark in 1898, is regarded as a landmark precedent affirming citizenship for virtually everyone born on US soil under the Constitution. Over a century later, the Trump administration is arguing that perception is wrong, and will send its top Supreme Court lawyer to make the case before the justices during oral arguments on Wednesday. More: bit.ly/3PHg24A

Are law schools keeping pace with technology? According to our latest Path to Practice survey, only 33% of 1L students feel confident using generative AI, increasing to just 40% by their 3L year. These findings highlight the need for law schools to integrate practical AI training to equip graduates with the skills modern firms require. Our 2026 report dives deeper into these insights and the future of legal practice. Download your copy today. 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_cGUCXN

This week’s Inside Big Law is here: Discover four key trends from our latest survey that reveal how the legal profession is evolving. Morgan Lewis picked 30-year firm veteran David McManus as its new leader. A JPMorgan division’s mass tort firm deals show how large investors are growing more comfortable with a legal industry investment typically dominated by dedicated litigation funders and alternative investment firms.

Meta Platforms and Google were found liable for a 20-year-old woman who alleged that her addiction to the companies’ social media platforms caused her to suffer a mental health crisis, a jury said. The verdict Wednesday in Los Angeles is a victory for plaintiff Kaley G.M., and highlights the financial risk facing the companies from thousands of other suits which claim that Instagram and YouTube are intentionally designed to addict young users without regard for their well-being. Read more: bit.ly/4uQBCDJ

Bloomberg Law’s latest Attorney Workload & Hours Survey highlights growing pressure across the legal profession. Non‑equity partners report significantly lower job satisfaction than equity partners, along with high burnout rates. Associates aren’t faring much better—about a third say they feel undervalued, with mid‑level associates experiencing the most burnout. Across respondents, attorneys worked just over 50 hours per week on average last year, underscoring the continued strain on legal teams. The full report offers data‑driven insights into workload, well‑being, and where firms can better support attorneys at every level. Read the findings to learn more: bit.ly/47d2Jic

As technology transforms the legal field, incorporating it into legal education is essential. With 76% of attorneys reporting the expectation for new hires to handle tasks like verifying citations in AI-generated content, proficiency in artificial intelligence has become a key skill for law graduates. Bloomberg Law’s latest Path to Practice Report explores these challenges, offering data-driven insights to best prepare incoming legal professionals for success. Download the report to learn more. 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_cGUCXN

In 2026, in-house legal teams face new challenges, from increased scrutiny on DEI initiatives to evolving political speech policies. As state laws on employee activity continue to change rapidly, staying ahead requires a proactive approach. Gain the clarity and strategy your team needs to move forward with confidence. Download our GC Guide to Navigating 2026: Labor & Employment now for the insights to prepare your best strategy. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eK5Cw2qr

This week’s Inside Big Law is here: Kirkland continued its torrid growth streak, becoming the first law firm to crack the $10 billion revenue mark. Gibson Dunn partner Hillary Holmes will prepare SpaceX’s expected $50 billion IPO. Weil tapped Ramona Nee to take over as executive partner next year.

The Justice Department is temporarily waiving its one-year experience requirement for new federal prosecutors as offices struggle to replace departing staff. The change allows some districts to hire lawyers straight out of law school amid mounting caseloads and court pressures. Ben Penn explains what’s driving the shift—and why it’s drawing scrutiny: bit.ly/4dopPGk