Two U.S. judges temporarily blocked key parts of President Trump’s executive orders targeting Jenner & Block and WilmerHale after the law firms challenged the orders in court on Friday, Reuters reports. "Considering the firm-wide effects of the executive order, it threatens the existence of the firm," U.S. District Judge John Bates in Washington, D.C., said of the order targeting Jenner & Block. He blocked provisions that sought to cancel federal contracts held by firm clients and restrict employee access to federal buildings and officials. U.S. District Judge Richard Leon, also in D.C., heard WilmerHale's challenge. Calling the order retaliatory, he blocked provisions limiting access to U.S. government buildings and officials, but denied the firm's request to block suspension of employee security clearances.

KAREN NELSON MOORE, Circuit Judge. This appeal concerns issues of standing and mootness in a putative class-action suit. According to Bradley Patton, state and local officials in Rutherford County, Tennessee unconstitutionally require pre-trial detainees to prove in a hearing before the state court that any bail funds equal to or in excess of $75,000 were not derived directly or indirectly from criminal activities. On June 13, 2023, Patton requested permission to post $100,000 to cover outstanding bail. Despite having the funds ready to secure his release, Patton was not released from custody. Under Rutherford County’s local rules, Patton had to wait for the state court to schedule a hearing to determine whether the bail money was sourced from any criminal activities. Patton filed this putative class action in federal court claiming that this local rule violated his and the putative class’s due-process and Eighth Amendment rights. For the reasons that follow, we REVERSE the district court’s judgment dismissing Patton’s claims on jurisdictional grounds and REMAND for proceedings consistent with this opinion.

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Make plans now to join colleagues from across the state at the TBA’s 2025 Annual Convention, set for June 11-14, in the Nashville suburb of Franklin. The Franklin Marriott Cool Springs will serve as the host hotel. Perennial favorites such as the Bench Bar program and lunch, Lawyers Lunch, and joint event with the Tennessee Judicial Conference return to the agenda. For the second year, the Public Service Breakfast will take place during the convention to honor legal aid, private practice and law student pro bono work. CLE programming will include sessions on famous Tennessee trials, the role lawyers played in the Gov. Ray Blanton pardon scandal, an indigent defense and legislative update, AI, wellness, and the future of DEI. For the first time, the TBA also will present a session on the future of legal tech with vendor panelists. Again this year, the Tennessee Lawyers' Association for Women (TLAW) and Tennessee Alliance for Black Lawyers (TABL) will hold meetings and events in conjunction with the convention. Don’t miss this annual gathering of Tennessee lawyers! Access registration, hotel reservation information and more on the event website.

TBA’s 2025 Immigration Law Forum will take place April 18 in Nashville from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CDT. This seminar is specifically designed both for experienced immigration lawyers and those who are newer to the practice area. The first half of the seminar is focused on updates, while the second half will focus on activism and support. The schedule is packed with speakers who are leaders in their fields, so make plans to join this informative program! For more information and to register, visit the TBA website.

TBA’s most recent Legislative Updates podcast features TBA lobbyists Berkley Schwarz of Pier Strategies LLC, and Brad Lampley and Ashley Harbin of Adams and Reese. They discuss Gov. Bill Lee's budget amendment, funding for the indigent representation plan, a recap of TBA's Day on the Hill and a look ahead to upcoming bills this session. Tune in to the podcast on the TBA website or through this link.

The deadline to receive the special room rate at the 20th Annual Bankruptcy Law Forum is April 15. This must-attend event for bankruptcy lawyers will take place in Chattanooga, featuring three dual and seven general hours of CLE credit. The program is structured so that attendees will have free time to explore either the mountains or vibrant downtown Chattanooga. Included in the cost of the program are breakfasts and a Friday evening networking reception and dinner. Attendees may bring guests for an additional cost. Bankruptcy Law Section members receive a discounted rate to register. Don't miss this chance to earn CLE with likeminded lawyers at a unique retreat. Register now!

Members of the Georgia YLD joined the TBA YLD for a weekend of learning and networking this past weekend. On Friday, a CLE on the ELVIS Act was held, exploring the legal issues surrounding name, image and likeness. Nashville attorneys Anthony Adewumi of Broadcast Music Inc., Kristi Arth of Belmont University College of Law and TBA YLD Treasurer Darius Walker Jr. of Ogletree Deakins led the discussion. The CLE was followed by a networking event and a friendly game of kickball on Saturday. See photos from the event.