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McDermott Will & Schulte has resolved a racial bias lawsuit filed by former associate Ashley Ogedegbe. Ogedegbe is a Black former associate. She accused the firm of racial discrimination and retaliation. She also raised concerns about a 2022 associate retreat. On September 30, 2026, both sides filed a joint dismissal in federal court in Chicago. The filing ended the case without a trial. McDermott denied the claims. The parties did not disclose the terms of the resolution.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating the American Bar Association. The probe centers on ABA law school accreditation. Texas officials want to know if ABA rules limit competition. They also want to know if the rules raise law school costs. Paxton’s office sent a Civil Investigative Demand to the ABA on September 30, 2026. The request asks for records about ABA rules. The ABA confirmed that it received the request. A spokesperson said the group will work with Texas officials.

BCG Attorney Search is promoting its Total-Market Capture approach to legal recruiting. The system aims to help attorneys find more law firm jobs. It also looks beyond common job boards. Instead, BCG searches for both posted and unposted job opportunities. The company also uses research and direct contact with law firms. As a result, attorneys can explore more potential career options. The approach may also help law students and legal recruiters.

Disney is carrying out another round of layoffs. The cuts affect a few hundred workers. The latest Disney layoffs mainly affect human resources and technology teams. A source familiar with the cuts provided the information. Disney has not said how many workers will lose their jobs. The company has also made other cuts this year. The latest layoffs come under CEO Josh D’Amaro. He became Disney’s chief executive in March 2026. Meanwhile, Disney cut about 1,000 jobs in April.

Legal professionals are paying more attention to legal specialization. A new career guide from BCG Attorney Search explains the value of focused legal skills. Legal specialization can help lawyers stand out. It can also help them build a clear career path. Learn more from this guide: The Specialization Imperative: Why Legal Career Focus Creates Exponential Advantages Lawyers often compete for the same jobs. Many candidates have similar skills and experience.

White and Case is growing its antitrust practice. The firm has hired former U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division chief Gail Slater. Slater will join as a partner in Washington, D.C. She will work with the firm’s antitrust and technology teams. Her move adds senior government experience to the firm. Slater led the DOJ Antitrust Division for less than one year. She left the role in February 2026. During her time there, the division handled cases across many industries.

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to resume some third-country deportations. The policy lets the government send migrants to countries other than their home countries. The Court acted on September 29, 2026. It also agreed to review the case. However, the justices have not ruled on whether the policy is legal. The order puts a lower court ruling on hold. That ruling required the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to notify some migrants before removal.

The BCG Guide to America’s Top 50 Law Schools gives students a closer look at leading U.S. law schools. It also helps legal recruiters understand key school differences. The guide goes beyond rankings. It covers grades, class rank, law reviews, and other important areas. For students, the guide can support law school research. For recruiters, it can add context when reviewing candidates. Click here to download the PDF FILE: BCG Attorney Search created the guide for people researching U.S. law schools.

The 2026 Patent Attorney Market Research Brief looks at patent law jobs in the United States. BCG Attorney Search studied hiring, skills, pay, locations, and remote work. Overall, the report gives useful data to lawyers, students, recruiters, and law firms. Learn more from this report: 2026 Patent Attorney Market Research Brief The patent market is changing as technology grows. According to BCG, PCT patent applications fell 1.8% in 2023. However, applications rose in 2024.

Law firm job seekers often look for posted jobs. However, BCG Attorney Search says attorneys can also contact firms before they post an opening. This approach targets the hidden legal job market. It encourages attorneys to find firms that match their skills and experience. They can then apply even when no job appears on the firm’s website.