By: Michael Bahler and Mike Stefanelli Deciding whether to commence a federal lawsuit requires the attorney to evaluate the potential client, analyze the applicable legal and procedural landscape, and examine the possibility of resolving the dispute...

By: Jim Wagstaffe and The Wagstaffe Group A PARTY SEEKING CLASS CERTIFICATION MUST SATISFY THE four requirements set forth under Fed. R. Civ. P. 23(a) (Rule 23(a)). Numerosity. A class is so large that joinder of all members is impracticable. ...

By: Jim Wagstaffe and The Wagstaffe Group This article discusses how to enforce a preliminary injunction or temporary restraining order (collectively, pretrial injunctive relief) in a federal case and covers topics such as the court's authority...

By: The Practical Guidance Civil Litigation Team This process map resource kit provides an overview of the key stages in the lifecycle of a typical federal court litigation, as well as comprehensive resources providing step-by-step guidance on the most...

By: Ronald J. Levine , HERRICK, FEINSTEIN LLP This article provides guidance for the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into law firm management and performance. With AI, clients will be able to monitor and evaluate their counsel’s activities...