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UN expert calls for stronger international responses to Haiti dire humanitarian crisis

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UN expert on the human rights situation in Haiti, William O’Neill, said that the country is at risk of falling under gang control and reiterated a call for stronger action from the international community, in a statement in New York on Tuesday. This echoes the UN High Commissioner’s warning several weeks ago that Haiti’s worsening human rights situation requires assistance from the international community.

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MIT Reveals 2025 Breakthrough Tech At SXSW: What It Means For Legal

Above The Law

Friday morning at SXSW , Niall Firth , the Executive Editor of the Newsroom at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), reviewed MITs annual list of 10 breakthrough technologies for 2025. The review is particularly interesting since it comes from MIT, an independent institution with a 135-year history and a sterling reputation. MIT researchers analyze reports, speak with experts, and closely track technological advancements to predict which innovations will have the most significant impa

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Legal Career Job Search Workshop:

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The Job Search Breakthrough You Need Now ! March 25 and 27, 2025. Virtual Workshop 4PM – 6PM Pacific / 7PM – 9PM Eastern 4 Hours of high Impact Workshops PLUS a personal One-on-One session with a top job Strategist! If you’re tired of sending resumes into a black hole, unsure how to position yourself as a top-tier legal candidate or struggling to land the right role at the salary you deserve, this workshop is your game changer.

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Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Generative AI Helps Build Better Client Communications

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Traditionally, attorneys have struggled to communicate value to leads & clients. Sometimes, lawyers linger on legalese, or theyre simply talking over the heads of the people they most desperately need to understand what theyre doing. Generally speaking, lawyers are really good at talking to other lawyers its why most law firms are built on referral-based marketing but, when it comes to consumers: its a whole other story, that sometimes does not have a happy ending.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base

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“Ninth Circuit dismisses sanctions against Alan Dershowitz for Kari Lake election suit; The panel agreed that the trial judge followed the law by imposing sanctions for bringing false claims into court but reversed the order due to a lack of precedent”

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“Ninth Circuit dismisses sanctions against Alan Dershowitz for Kari Lake election suit; The panel agreed that the trial judge followed the law by imposing sanctions for bringing false claims into court but reversed the order due to a lack of precedent”: Joe Duhownik of Courthouse News Service has this report on a ruling that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued today.

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How To Master Your Time And Build A Thriving Firm

Above The Law

Getty Images Time is a lawyers most valuable asset but are you using it wisely? In a recent episode of the “Be That Lawyer” podcast, Mike Chastaine an award-winning lawyer, speaker, and author joins me to share strategies for maximizing productivity, growing a successful practice, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. “There’s no such thing as time management, because you don’t manage time,” he says. “What you manage is your conduct.” Her

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Above the Law and Legal Talk Network Celebrate Thinking Like A Lawyer’s 10-Year Podcast Anniversary

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PETALUMA, CA (March 12, 2025) Thinking Like A Lawyer , the popular podcast hosted by Above the Law and produced by Legal Talk Network, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary today. Launched on March 12, 2015, the show debuted with legal commentators Elie Mystal and Joe Patrice at the helm. We had a funny moment within the first couple minutes of our first recording, and from that point, we were off to the races and knew our vibe, said Joe Patrice, Co-Host of Thinking Like A Lawyer and Senior Ed

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Fifth Circuit Reverses Brittany Holberg's Capital Murder Conviction Based on Brady Violations

EvidenceProf Blog

Yesterday, the Fifth Circuit reversed the capital murder conviction of Brittany Holberg in Holberg v. Guerrero, framing the case as follows: Brittany Marlowe Holberg was 23 years old when she was sentenced to death for capital murder by a jury.

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“Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Law Banning Conversion Therapy; Colorado, like more than 20 other states, bars licensed therapists from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors in their care”

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“Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Law Banning Conversion Therapy; Colorado, like more than 20 other states, bars licensed therapists from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors in their care”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report. David G. Savage of The Los Angeles Times reports that “ Supreme Court will hear free-speech challenge to conversion therapy bans in California, Colorado.” Maureen Groppe of USA Today reports that R

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

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Canada Supreme Court raises standard of proof required in inmate disciplinary proceedings

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The Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) decided on Friday that the standard of proof required in m ajor disciplinary offence proceedings for inmates would be raised from a “balance of probabilities” to “beyond a reasonable doubt.” This decision comes from John Howard Society of Saskatchewan v. Saskatchewan (Attorney General) where it was successfully argued that use of the “balance of probabilities” standardwhere it must be proven that the offence was more likely th

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Diddy’s Lawyer Accuses Opposing Counsel Of Depravity

Above The Law

In high-profile cases, the attorneys representing their clients occasionally provide the public with updates on the cases that they’re dealing with. Sometimes they provide these musings even after a judge told them to shut the hell up and focus on their work instead of PR. Other times, the goal is to shame or curb copycat claims launched against their clients.

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Clio Plants Its Flag In Big Law Land with Acquisition of Enterprise Law Firm Software Provider ShareDo

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The motto of law practice management company Clio is to “transform the legal experience for all.” But for many of its 17 years in business, that “all” has focused primarily on smaller law firms and their clients.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, March 15, 2025

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Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives home, work, travel, education, finance, health and medical records to name but a few. On a weekly basis Pete Weiss highlights articles and information that focus on the increasingly complex and wide ranging ways technology is used to compromise and diminish our privacy and online security, often without our situational awareness.

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

Modern trial practice has evolved beyond basic organization. With technology reshaping courtrooms and attorneys expecting more than ever, paralegals need to elevate their capabilities while mastering the fundamentals of trial excellence. This comprehensive guide from Steno, built from author Joe Stephens' real-world experience as both a practicing attorney and law professor, provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional trial support in today's complex legal environment.

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“Full 11th Circuit upholds Florida age limit for gun buys, rejecting NRA challenge; Although the appeals court ruled the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act constitutional, Florida’s attorney general announced his office would not defend the law if the case is appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court”

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“Full 11th Circuit upholds Florida age limit for gun buys, rejecting NRA challenge; Although the appeals court ruled the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act constitutional, Floridas attorney general announced his office would not defend the law if the case is appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court”: Kayla Goggin of Courthouse News Service has this report on an 8-to-4 decision that the en banc U.S.

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UN called to investigate possible affiliation of Special Envoy to Myanmar with China companies

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Justice for Myanmar (JFM) released a statement calling on the United Nations to investigate possible conflicts of interest with their Special Envoy to Myanmar due to her links with Chinese state-owned entities. The Special Envoy, Julie Bishop, served as the Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2013 – 2018 and was appointed to her position as UN Special Envoy in April of 2024.

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Despite Recent Biglaw Efforts, Remote Work Seems Here To Stay

Above The Law

High profile back-to-the-office announcements from Biglaw heavy hitters have many wondering if the legal industry’s remote work flexibility era may soon come to an end. Law firms love matching policies with their peers and a mounting push against hybrid work could offer firms the safety in numbers they need to retreat from popular hybrid models.

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Jurors Think You’re Lying—Here’s How to Win Them Over

Attorney at Work

There's a credibility crisis. Here's what attorneys can learn from journalists about rebuilding trust. The post Jurors Think Youre LyingHeres How to Win Them Over appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.

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Federal Circuit Rejects “Once Generic, Always Generic” Rule in Trademark Dispute Between Whiskey Makers

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by Dennis Crouch Bullshine Distillery LLC v. Sazerac Brands, LLC , 2023-1682 (Fed. Cir. March 12, 2025) In an interesting trademark decision, the Federal Circuit has clarified that terms once considered generic do not necessarily remain permanently unregistrable. provides important guidance on genericness timing and addresses a question of first impression in trademark law.

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The ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on Climate Change: Key Takeaways from the 2024 Hearings (Part 1)

ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

On March 29, 2023, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution requesting an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on States obligations regarding climate change. This request was widely seen as an opportunity for the Court to clarify States legal obligations, advance climate justice, and protect the environment for present and future generations.

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Philippines human rights watchdog expresses support for proposed internet safety education bill

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A human rights watchdog from the Philippines declared its “full support” for the passage of a proposed internet safety education bill protecting children from online sexual abuse and exploitation on Monday. The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), an independent National Human Rights Institution, expressed its approval of the newly introduced Senate Bill (SB) 2934.

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Donna Adelson’s Lawyer Pushes To Exclude Divorce Evidence From Trial

Above The Law

After years of delays, Donna Adelson’s trial is finally picking up some speed. She was accused of first-degree murder along with conspiracy and solicitation in the killing of Dan Markel, her daughter’s former husband. As her legal team mounts a defense, they’re trying to mitigate against the evidence that will be used in trial. MSN has coverage: Donna Adelsons attorneys filed another motion Wednesday arguing divorce papers between her daughter Wendi and Dan Markel should not be

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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Supreme Court of Mississippi Reverses Drug Convictions Based on Unsupported Testimony About Edibles Being Designed For Children & Dangerous to Them

EvidenceProf Blog

It's a simple principle of evidence law: Any testimony must be supported by an evidentiary basis. When a witness for the prosecution shoots from the hip with testimony untethered to any evidentiary basis, there's error. When that error inflames the.

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Relationship-Based Business Development: The Power of Small Gestures

Attorney at Work

Jay Harrington | Why small gestures works as well as if not better than grand strategies. The post Relationship-Based Business Development: The Power of Small Gestures appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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The ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on Climate Change: Key Takeaways from the 2024 Hearing (Part 3)

ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

UN Photo/ICJ-CIJ/ Frank van Beek This blog post is Part 3 of a three-part series highlighting the main legal arguments presented during the hearings of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the request for an advisory opinion regarding the obligations of States with respect to climate change. Part 1 focused on discussions on applicable law, and the no-harm rule.

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Philippines police arrest former president Duterte for alleged crimes against humanity

JURIST

INTERPOL Manila arrested the former president of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte on Tuesday for the alleged crimes against humanity committed during the “ war on drugs ” campaign between 2011 and 2019. According to the Philippines Presidential Communication Office, INTERPOL Manila arrested Duterte at the airport upon his arrival from Hong Kong, after receiving the arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) on the same day.

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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 and ethics risks before they become problems.