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Europe rights court introduces Ethics Council to uphold judicial integrity

JURIST

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) announced Monday the establishment of an Ethics Council tasked with providing advisory guidance to the President of the court on matters pertaining to judicial ethics. The decision to formally constitute the Ethics Council was adopted by the Plenary Court during its session on 16 December 2024. This development marks a significant step in the court’s commitment to judicial ethics, ensuring that the ethical standards governing its judges are transpa

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New York Appellate Court Vacates Kaitlyn Conley's Manslaughter Conviction in Colchicine Poisoning Case

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Yesterday, a New York appellate court vacated Kaitlyn Conley's manslaughter conviction. I provided pro bono assistance to Conley's attorney, Melissa Swartz, in the appeal. So, what are the key facts of the case? Kaitlyn Conley worked at the chiropractor office.

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US Supreme Court revives Corporate Transparency Act to regulate money-laundering

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The US Supreme Court issued a temporary nationwide stay Thursday that revived the Corporate Transparency Act , which regulates money laundering by requiring small businesses to register with the United States Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. The Act prevents money laundering by requiring corporate entities to report their beneficial ownership which also regulates anonymous and illicit business ownership.

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"A Grieving Widow Wouldn't Travel With a Thong": In Biggest Evidence Ruling in Decades, the Supreme Court Agrees With My New Article and Creates a Constitutional Right to Exclude Evidence

EvidenceProf Blog

In its most significant Evidence ruling in decades, the Supreme Court recognized a Constitutional right to exclude evidence in its per curiam opinion this week in Andrew v. White. Criminal defense attorneys now have an entirely new argument that they.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security risks before they become problems.

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Reese Witherspoon, Who ‘Definitely Did Not Go To Law School,’ Selected As Jury Foreman Because Of ‘Legally Blonde’ Role

Above The Law

(Photo by Tracy Bennett/MGM Pictures) Ed. note : Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Listen, I did not want to do jury duty. But I remember it was probably seven years after Legally Blonde, I got called for jury duty and it was in Beverly Hills. I thought, Surely theyre not gonna pick me. They picked me for a long trial, yall. It was probably two weeks.

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Justices take up case on right to sue over mistaken SWAT raid

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Share The Supreme Court will weigh in on whether a Georgia family whose home was mistakenly raided by an FBI SWAT team can sue the federal government for the error. Just over six hours after the justices issued a list of orders from their Jan. 24 conference, and three days after they granted three cases from that conference, the court issued a new order granting review in Martin v.

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Colombia president declares state of emergency as violence surges

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Colombian President President Gustavo Petro declared a state of emergency Friday in response to escalating violence between the National Liberation Army (ELN) and dissident factions of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). The declaration grants Petro special powers for 90 days and allows the government to impose curfews and traffic restrictions to restore order.

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A Roadmap for Criminal Defense Attorneys to Object Using the New Constitutional Right to Exclude Evidence

EvidenceProf Blog

A few days ago, I posted about the Supreme Court's landmark opinion last week in Andrew v. White, which recognized a Constitutional right to exclude evidence. Specifically, the Supreme Court concluded that it is clearly established federal law that the.

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Department Of Justice Makes *The* Most Embarrassing Typo

Above The Law

Absolutely laughable. The post Department Of Justice Makes *The* Most Embarrassing Typo appeared first on Above the Law.

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Document Automation for Small Law Firms: A Practical Guide for Paralegals & Staff

Stop recreating the same legal documents. Learn to automate client intake forms, correspondence, and agreements—without expensive software. What You'll Learn: Which documents to automate first How to create simple templates Ways to reduce errors and save time Practical workflows for small firms Download now to transform your legal document drafting process.

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KPMG’s bid to deliver legal services delayed as top Arizona court seeks more information

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The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.

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“Gov. Katie Hobbs appoints Maria Elena Cruz to the Arizona Supreme Court”

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“Gov. Katie Hobbs appoints Maria Elena Cruz to the Arizona Supreme Court”: Stacey Barchenger of The Arizona Republic has this report. Howard Fischer of The Arizona Daily Star reports that “ Hobbs appoints first Latina and Black justice to Arizona Supreme Court.” Sejal Govindarao and Gabriel Sandoval of The Los Angeles Times report that “ Arizona governor appoints first Latina and Black justice to state Supreme Court.” And Caitlin Sievers of AZ Mirror reports t

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US Supreme Court approves extradition of convict linked to 2008 Mumbai terror attacks

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The Supreme Courtof theUnited States (SCOTUS) on Saturday authorized the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a convict linked to the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks , to India. This decision follows the rejection of his petition against extradition, which was submitted by Rana on November 13, 2024. In his petition, Rana argued that he had already been tried and acquitted in a federal court in Illinois on charges related to the Mumbai attacks, further contending that extraditing him to India would subject h

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Supreme Court of New Hampshire Finds Child Testimony Via One-Way Livestream Video Violates State Constitution

EvidenceProf Blog

The Confrontation Clause of the Sixth Amendment provides that "[a]n all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right.to be confronted with the witnesses against him." Moreover, Part I, Article 15 of the New Hampshire Constitution states that "[e]very subject.

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Buyer’s Guide for Contract Lifecycle Management Software

With advancements in automation tools and digitization, the overall modern business environment is fast, to say the least. Legal operations are no exception to this need for expediency. Managing contracts efficiently is critical for organizations to maintain compliance, minimize risk, and optimize their contract lifecycle operations. As such, organizations considering CLM software need to diligently review CLM software offerings to find the solution that best fits their specific needs.

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AI And Environmental Sustainability: Insights From Pamela Isom

Above The Law

AI and environmental sustainability might not seem like the most obvious pairing, but Pamela Isom is here to prove otherwise. As the founder and CEO of Izabayte Consulting, Pamela has spent her career at the intersection of technology, governance, and safe digital transformation. She joined me for a conversation that opened my eyes to the powerful ways AI can drive sustainability — and the work it takes to make AI itself more sustainable.

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11 ABA advocacy wins from the 118th Congress

ABA Journal

Although the 118th Congress may be remembered as one of the turbulent and least productive in modern history, the ABA Governmental Affairs Office achieved notable…

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“Appeals court weighs if U.S. can nix accused 9/11 plotters’ plea deal; If the Pentagon were ever to get courts’ leeway to withdraw a pledge not to seek the death penalty, the United States says, it should be for the alleged mastermind of the 2001 attacks”

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“Appeals court weighs if U.S. can nix accused 9/11 plotters plea deal; If the Pentagon were ever to get courts leeway to withdraw a pledge not to seek the death penalty, the United States says, it should be for the alleged mastermind of the 2001 attacks”: Spencer S. Hsu and Missy Ryan of The Washington Post have this report. And Ryan Knappenberger of Courthouse News Service reports that “ DC Circuit skeptical feds can back out of plea deal with 9/11 plotters; The federal govern

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Arizona’s Alternative Business Structure Program Improved Access To Justice For Tort Victims And Possibly Large Companies

Above The Law

In 2020, the Arizona Supreme Court established its Alternative Business Structure (ABS) program which allows nonlawyers to have an economic interest or decision making authority in a law firm. According to the 2019 Task Force on the Delivery of Legal Services report which recommended the creation of the ABS program, there is a decline in the representation of individuals in the people law sector.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies

Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!

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AAA Releases First In Planned Series Of Free AI-Powered Handbooks for Arbitration

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The American Arbitration Association today released the first in a planned series of free AI-driven handbooks, which the AAA calls AAAi Chat Books, that allow users to ask questions and get answers about various aspects of arbitration.

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“Federal appeals court considers NC GOP challenge of 65,000 votes in Supreme Court election”

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“Federal appeals court considers NC GOP challenge of 65,000 votes in Supreme Court election”: Kyle Ingram and Avi Bajpai of The News & Observer of Raleigh, North Carolina has this report. Lynn Bonner of NC Newsline reports that “ A federal appeals court considers who should decide whether NC votes are thrown out; State Supreme Court contest is the last statewide race in the nation without a declared winner.” Will Doran of WRAL has a report headlined “ Challenged

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US Supreme Court to hear landmark cases on public funding for religious schools

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On Friday, the US Supreme Court announced that it would take up a groundbreaking case to determine whether Oklahoma could fund a proposed Catholic charter school. The decision could redefine the boundaries between church and state. If the court sides with Oklahoma, it would mark the first time the government can establish and directly fund religious schools.

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Illinois Judge Grants New Trial Based on Juror's Research Into Defendant's Criminal Record

EvidenceProf Blog

According to an article on WJBD, Marion County Resident Circuit Court Judge Mark Stedelin has overturned the murder conviction of Ricky Norwood of Centralia and ordered a new trial. Stedelin made the decision following an investigation into jury misconduct during.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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The Attacks On Tenure Could Change How Law Professors Run Their Classrooms

Above The Law

What's the difference between getting rid of tenure and placing a muzzle on professors? The post The Attacks On Tenure Could Change How Law Professors Run Their Classrooms appeared first on Above the Law.

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Iowa immigration law making illegal reentry a misdemeanor blocked by 8th Circuit

ABA Journal

Iowa cant enforce a law making it a crime for immigrants to be in the state if they reentered the country illegally after formerly being denied entry or ordered deported, a federal appeals court has ruled.

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“Cruel and unusual? Supreme Court declines to review Mississippi voting ban for convicted felons; Mississippi is one of eleven states that don’t automatically restore voting rights after convicted felons finish their sentences.”

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“Cruel and unusual? Supreme Court declines to review Mississippi voting ban for convicted felons; Mississippi is one of eleven states that dont automatically restore voting rights after convicted felons finish their sentences.” Maureen Groppe of USA Today has this report. And Alex Swoyer of The Washington Times reports that “ Supreme Court rejects challenge over Mississippi stripping felons of voting rights.

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Sri Lanka ex-president’s son arrested on corruption charges

JURIST

Former Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s second son, Yoshitha Rajapaksa, was arrested by police on Saturday on corruption charges, according to local media. He was arrested on the advice of the Attorney General after it was determined that there was sufficient evidence to charge him under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act No. 5 of 2006.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

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Tenth Circuit Finds Forensic Interviews Admissible as Prior Consistent Statements

EvidenceProf Blog

Federal Rule of Evidence 801(d)(1)(B) provides an exclusion to the rule against hearsay if The declarant testifies and is subject to cross-examination about a prior statement, and the statement: (B) is consistent with the declarants testimony and is offered: (i).

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Are ICHRAs Actually Good for Employers and Employees?

Above The Law

ICHRAs are gaining a lot of interest in healthcare. Some say they are beneficial because they give employees more choice in their health insurance, while others are more skeptical. The post Are ICHRAs Actually Good for Employers and Employees? appeared first on MedCity News.

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Justices decline to reinstate Ohio man’s attempted murder conviction

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Share The Supreme Court on Monday turned down a plea to reinstate an Ohio mans conviction for attempted murder. Justice Clarence Thomas dissented from the courts announcement that it would not intervene in the case, in an eight-page opinion joined by Justice Samuel Alito. Thomas was sharply critical of the Cincinnati-based U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit, which had thrown out David Smiths 22-year conviction and sentence for a brutal attack on Quortney Tolliver in 2016.