October 14, 2025


Legal Landscapes: A Week of Gavels, Gaffes, and Biglaw Gambles

In a week that could be described as nothing short of tumultuous, the legal community witnessed events ranging from jaw-dropping courtroom decorum breaks to contentious indictments and the ongoing saga of law school politics. Here's a wrap-up of the most buzzworthy stories.

An attorney's career might just have taken a nosedive after a shocking incident during a virtual court session. As the Zoom call concluded, the lawyer hurled an expletive-laden insult at the judge, calling them a "f c*." The legal community is abuzz not just with the breach, but eagerly waiting on the edges of their seats for the attorney's justification for such an outburst. More details on this are available [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2025/10/turns-out-you-shouldnt-call-the-judge-a-fcking-cnt/).

Meanwhile, political and legal realms collide with the indictment of Tish James, which critics are slamming as a thinly veiled act of retribution tied to former President Trump. The charges appear to be on shaky ground with commentators suggesting that taxpayer money could be squandered in a vendetta-driven trial. Insights into this controversial legal battle can be found [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2025/10/the-tish-james-indictment-looks-like-country-fried-bs/).

In the academic sphere, law deans in red states are being nudged to tailor their free speech announcements with a touch of local flavor. The call to adapt and respond to the prevailing political climate underlines the ongoing tension between educational institutions and state legislatures. Law school administrators can find some tailored advice [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2025/10/teaching-law-in-a-red-state/).

The organization known as FASORP faced another setback in their legal maneuvers against the University of Michigan. Described as fizzling out, their efforts to stir the pot with aggressive tactics haven't amounted to much, leaving observers questioning their future impact. The full story on this can be seen [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2025/10/fasorp-drops-university-of-michigan-scare-tactics/).

On a lighter note, RelativityFest made waves far beyond its usual tech sphere with announcements that promise to resonate widely. The scoop on their biggest reveal is available [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2025/10/relativityfests-biggest-announcement-will-hit-hardest-far-outside-the-conference-hall/).

Lastly, as the year marches towards its close, Biglaw associates are buzzing with predictions for the 2025 bonus season. The stakes are high, and the anticipation is palpable. Associates and firms alike are keeping a close watch, and more can be read [here](https://abovethelaw.com/2025/10/calling-all-biglaw-associates-2025-bonus-season-awaits/).

As the legal world turns, these stories highlight the complexity and dynamism of law and order, courtroom battles, and the never-ending discussions that surround the practice and interpretation of law.