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National Jury of Elections of Peru announces deadlines for resignations and leave of public officials ahead of 2026 elections

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The National Jury of Elections (JNE) issued on Tuesday deadlines for authorities to resign, and deadlines for high-ranking officials planning to run for office in the 2026 General Elections. JNE issued a series of resolutions to address potential challenges that may arise due to a surplus of General Election candidates.

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Largest Law Firm On Earth Plans To Open 100 More Offices By 2026

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The post Largest Law Firm On Earth Plans To Open 100 More Offices By 2026 appeared first on Above the Law. The firm is already HUGE, but plans are in the works to make its army of attorneys even larger.

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Australia justice system is failing victims of sexual violence: report

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The community rightly expects, and the rule of law requires, a justice system that is safe and accessible, yet we heard time and again from people who did not trust the system enough to engage in the first place or were let down when they did. ” The federal government is yet to respond to the report’s 64 recommendations.

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Rights group urges Ghana president to prioritize human rights protection

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The Affirmative Action Act, passed in September 2024, seeks to raise women’s involvement in different sectors to a minimum of 30 percent by 2026 and 50 percent by 2030. However, the bill has not yet been enacted as law. By 2024, women made up under 15 percent of the 275-member legislature.

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Update On The New Bar Exam: The Class Of 2026 Is In Luck

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The post Update On The New Bar Exam: The Class Of 2026 Is In Luck appeared first on Above the Law. Out with the old, in with the new! Eventually.

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IRS Plans To Ditch The Use Of Paper By 2026

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The post IRS Plans To Ditch The Use Of Paper By 2026 appeared first on Above the Law. The IRS estimates more than 94% of individual taxpayers will no longer ever need to send mail to them.

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Australia attorney-general to improve sexual assault laws through new funding

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million will be dedicated to improving sexual assault laws across the country. Stage one will see the creation of a Law Reform Commission and an Export Advisory Group to explore the issues and provide recommendations, along with increased efforts to unify sexual assault and consent laws across Australia.

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