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Ep. 88: Unpacking Skadden’s Ukraine Lobbying Scandal Jan 26, 2019

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BigLaw powerhouse Skadden Arps recently agreed to pay $4.6 million to settle Department of Justice allegations that it failed to register lobbying work it performed on behalf of the Ukrainian government -- work that came to light through Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s indictment of Paul Manafort. Law360 D.C. reporter Jimmy Hoover joins us this week to unravel the saga of how Skadden’s work for Ukraine began with caution but ended with lies. Senior Legal Ethics Reporter Andrew Strickler also stops by to explain more about the legal risks one particular former Skadden partner now faces following the settlement. We also discuss the Supreme Court’s ruling that allows the Trump administration’s ban on transgender military members to move forward; and a lawsuit brought by fans of the New Orleans Saints who are upset about a call that cost their team a chance at the Super Bowl.

Ep. 87: LIVE SHOW - SDNY Chief Talks Women In The Law Jan 19, 2019

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This week the Pro Say podcast is live from the New York State Bar Association's annual meeting. We take a look at issues surrounding the #MeToo movement and how women are faring in the legal profession, with special guests Chief Judge of the Southern District of New York Colleen McMahon and NYSBA President Michael Miller. And are you still confused about how the judiciary will fare in the protracted government shutdown? We do a lightning round of what you need to know.

Ep. 86: Can Trump Declare A National Emergency To Build His Wall? Jan 12, 2019

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With the government shutdown nearing three weeks, President Donald Trump threatened this week to declare a national emergency to pay for a border wall that Congress won’t approve. Can he do that? To help answer that question, we’re joined this week by Elizabeth Goitein of the Brennan Center for Justice, the author of a recent study on emergency powers. Also this week, we discuss how long the federal courts can stay open under the shutdown; Brett Kavanaugh’s first Supreme Court opinion; a big win in court for Flint water crisis victims; and a Reed Smith attorney whose “Animal House” references landed him in double secret probation.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Come See Us Live! Jan 05, 2019

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Have you ever wondered what Amber, Alex, and Bill look like in person? Come find out when we appear at the New York State Bar Association's annual meeting at the New York Hilton Midtown on Wednesday, January 16 at 11 a.m. We'll be joined by special guests including NYSBA President Michael Miller and Hon. Colleen McMahon, the chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. Don't miss the fun!

Ep. 85: YEAR END SPECIAL - The Biggest Legal Stories of 2018 Dec 22, 2018

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2018 had no shortage of huge legal news developments. For our last show of the year, we’re sharing what we think were the three biggest legal stories, including: Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s contentious journey to the High Court; an ongoing cycle where the Trump administration cracks down on immigration only to see their policies challenged in court; and the ever intensifying Mueller probe and criminal allegations against a long list of Trump associates.

Ep. 84: Clergy Abuse Victims Want New Shot At Justice Dec 15, 2018

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A bombshell grand jury report in Pennsylvania this summer that priests sexually abused a thousand children has kickstarted an effort to extend the amount of time that victims can sue, but not everyone supports the change. This week reporter Dan Siegal joins us to explain the situation and how similar provisions have worked out in other states. Also this week, we discuss Michael Cohen’s sentencing; and Federal Judge William Alsop quizzing potential jurors on whether they believe in UFOs and telekinesis.

Ep. 83: You Copy-and-Pasted A False Statement. Are You A Fraudster? Dec 08, 2018

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Can you be held liable for securities fraud if you simply copy-and-paste someone else’s false statements? The U.S. Supreme Court wrangled with that question this week, and reporter Jon Hill joins us to explain the case. Also this week, we discuss President Donald Trump’s bid to collect attorneys' fees from Stormy Daniels after her failed libel suit; rapper Jay-Z’s successful fight for more diversity among arbitrators; and a lawsuit from Chicago Bulls great Scottie Pippen against a Florida lawyer who allegedly trashed his mansion.

Ep. 82: The Government Took My Land Rover. Now What? Dec 01, 2018

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If you’re charged with a crime, can the government just take your stuff? The practice of seizing property from criminal defendants, known as civil forfeiture, has skyrocketed over the past decade, but a new Supreme Court case looks likely to rein it in. To discuss the issue and the case, we’re joined this week by senior reporter Diana Jones. Also on this week’s show, we discuss another of President Trump’s controversial judicial nominees; Reed Smith firing a partner accused of sexual harassment; and how fewer and fewer people can pass the California bar exam.

Ep. 81: THANKSGIVING SPECIAL - Pro Say's Legal Leftovers Nov 24, 2018

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In light of Thanksgiving this week, we’re taking a break from our normal show with a special holiday episode looking back at our favorite offbeat stories of the year. We revisit all the legal drama surrounding the West Virginia Supreme Court; a dine-and-dash dater; an attorney who called his client a “total moron;” a woman who took a toilet tumble at the White House Easter egg roll; and former Jersey Shore star Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino’s mounting legal troubles.

Ep. 80: CNN v. Trump Nov 17, 2018

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CNN took President Trump to court this week for banning reporter Jim Acosta from the White House, culminating on Friday in a major win for the network. Our own Bill Donahue was covering the case all week and walks us through the details. We’re also joined this week by John B. Bellinger III, one of several prominent conservative attorneys who say President Trump has undermined the rule of law. Also on this week’s show, a group of Harvard Law students organize a boycott against Kirkland & Ellis; and a Hogan Lovells attorney is caught watching porn at work.

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