JURIST
MARCH 21, 2025
The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine concluded on Wednesday that Russias widespread use of enforced disappearances and torture during its full-scale invasion of Ukraine constitutes crimes against humanity. The announcement marks a significant development in the war, as crimes against humanity constitute one of the most serious classifications of international crimes.
Above The Law
MARCH 21, 2025
Getty Images Ed. note: This article first appeared in an ILTA publication. For more, visit our ILTA on ATL channel here. In the summer of 1956, when John McCarthy gathered researchers at Dartmouth College, he did not just coin the term “artificial intelligence” he sparked a digital revolution that would span generations. While the world is enamored with headlines of the changing face of society due to Large Language Models (LLMs), artificial intelligence (AI) extends into nearly eve
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Attorney at Work
MARCH 19, 2025
Securing your law firm is like eating an elephant its a massive challenge that cannot be tackled in one bite or alone. This primer covers the reality of law firm cybersecurity breaches costs, incident response, data recovery, backups and essential security steps. Cybersecurity Incidents Are a Reality for Law Firms Its no longer […] The post Law Firm Cybersecurity: Updates from the Breach, A New Primer appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
MARCH 19, 2025
The judiciary is uniquely insulated from scrutiny, and uniquely unaccountable to the public , I told the House Judiciary Committees Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet three years ago this week, in congressional testimony to advocate for the Judiciary Accountability Act (JAA), legislation that would finally extend federal anti-discrimination protections to more than 30,000 exempt federal judiciary employees.
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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
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
MARCH 23, 2025
Creating projections for your law firm is great, because those are effectively coded goals. Build a budget projection youre trying to stay within it. Craft a set of revenue projections youre figuring out how to make a set amount of money. Assign metrics or KPIs thats a forward-looking goal. However, thats pretty meaningless, unless you compare those projections, to actual results to check (not only ) on the viability of your performance, (but also) the reasonable of the goal you set.
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JURIST
MARCH 19, 2025
In a 5-4 vote, the Supreme Court refused to grant a stay to block Louisiana’s execution of an inmate by use of nitrogen gas. 46-year-old Jessie Hoffman Jr. became the first person ever to be executed in the state through this method on Tuesday evening. T he Louisiana State Penitentiary scheduled Jessie Hoffmans execution by nitrogen gas on Tuesday, years after the Louisiana Supreme Court convicted him of kidnapping, raping, and murdering Molly Elliott in 1997.
Attorney at Work
MARCH 21, 2025
Jamie Spannhake | Five ways to shake off the sluggishness of colder months and embrace new, healthier routines. The post Spring Forward: 5 Ways Lawyers Can Reset Their Health and Wellness Routine appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
SCOTUSBlog
MARCH 20, 2025
Share The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has relisted for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. The Supreme Court is hitting its stride in sorting through the relists. At its last conference, it granted review of a one-time relist asking whether federal courts must follow state law requiring medical malpractice claims to be supported by an expert affidavit.
HowAppealing
MARCH 25, 2025
“Justices Seem Likely to Uphold Louisiana Map With 2 Majority-Black Districts; A majority of the court appeared skeptical of a challenge to Louisianas voting map; The challengers had argued the state impermissibly relied on race to draw its map”: Abbie VanSickle of The New York Times has this report. And in commentary, online at Vox, Ian Millhiser has an essay titled “ The Supreme Court appears determined to blow up its one good Voting Rights Act decision; Apparently, we cant e
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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?
JURIST
MARCH 18, 2025
Human Rights Watch urged Thailand to demand unrestricted access to the deported individuals and publicly address China’s treatment of Uyghurs on Tuesday. A Thai government delegation is visiting Xinjiang, China, from March 18 to 20, 2025, following international outrage over Thailand’s forced deportation of 40 Uyghurs in February. Elaine Pearson, Asia director at Human Rights Watch, stressed the importance of transparency during this visit, stating, “The Thai delegation visitin
Attorney at Work
MARCH 25, 2025
David Arato | Is blogging an effective strategy for client acquisition in 2025, or should lawyers direct their efforts elsewhere? The post Is Legal Blogging Still a Viable Client Acquisition Strategy in 2025? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
MARCH 20, 2025
(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) There’s a new sheriff, or at least FBI director, in town. Despite the infamy of his public enemies list , Kash Patel was recently confirmed to the position. His resume is definitely notable, but it’s his Department of Defense bio that’s caught our attention. A native of New York, Mr. Patel completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Richmond before returning to New York to earn his law degree, along with a Certificate in Inte
SCOTUSBlog
MARCH 18, 2025
Share A divided Supreme Court declined to block the execution of Jessie Hoffman, who was put to death on Tuesday night in Louisiana. Four justices would have put Hoffmans execution on hold one short of the five needed for a stay. Hoffman was sentenced to death for the 1996 kidnapping, robbery, rape, and murder of Mary Molly Elliott. Last month Louisiana announced its plans to use nitrogen hypoxia, the use of nitrogen gas to cause asphyxiation, for executions.
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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.
HowAppealing
MARCH 20, 2025
En banc Ninth Circuit holds that California law banning the possession of large-capacity ammunition magazines comports with the Second Amendment: You can access today’s 7-to-4 en banc ruling on the merits at this link. In conjunction with his dissenting opinion, Circuit Judge Lawrence VanDyke issued a video which you can access on YouTube via this link.
JURIST
MARCH 25, 2025
The UK government imposed sanctions Monday on four individuals responsible for serious human rights abuses during Sri Lanka’s civil war. The 26-year conflict, which ended in May 2009, claimed an estimated 80,000-100,000 lives according to UN figures , with an estimated 40,000 Tamil civilians killed during the final stages of the war. The measures, which include UK travel bans and asset freezes, target the former Head of the Sri Lankan Armed Forces Shavendra Silva, former Navy Commander Was
Attorney at Work
MARCH 18, 2025
David Hunter | The April 15 filing deadline offers a valuable window of opportunity that many legal professionals overlook. The post Last-Minute Tax Planning Strategies: Attorney’s 2024 Deadline Playbook appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
MARCH 21, 2025
Its the stuff of nightmares for lawyers: missing a contract-related deadline. Even if youre well organized and surrounded by competent staff, it could still happen. In this episode of Adventures in Tech, host Jared Correia is joined by Kristen Riviello of CobbleStone Software, who explores how contract automation software can keep lawyers safe. The 30,000-Foot View To start with, what, exactly, is contract lifecycle management?
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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.
Law 360
MARCH 20, 2025
Oracle is considering acquiring a stake in TikTok's U.S. operations that would allow the social media giant to continue doing business here under certain security assurances. Meanwhile, Brookfield Asset Management has emerged as the top contender to acquire Colonial Pipeline, and German drugmaker Stada is delaying its IPO until at least September because of market volatility.
HowAppealing
MARCH 20, 2025
“Interview: NC GOP chair defends challenge of 65,000 votes in Supreme Court election.” Kyle Ingram of The News & Observer of Raleigh, North Carolina has this report. And in commentary, online at Bloomberg Opinion, Mary Ellen Klas has an essay titled “ North Carolinas Ongoing Election Dispute Is Dangerous; The losing candidate for the state Supreme Court is determined to change the outcome; That would further undermine trust in the judiciary.
JURIST
MARCH 19, 2025
China labor activist Wang Jianbing was released from prison on Tuesday after serving a three-and-a-half-year imprisonment sentence. Wang was convicted in 2021 after being found guilty of “inciting subversion of state power” which is an offence under Article 105 paragraph 2 of the Criminal Law of the People’s Republic of China. Wang was arrested and tried alongside Huang (Sophia) Xueqin, a #MeToo activist, who was also convicted on a similar charge and sentenced to 5 years impri
FDA Law Blog
MARCH 24, 2025
By Larry K. Houck In August 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), based on the federal Controlled Substances Acts (CSAs) Eight Factor Analysis, recommended that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reschedule marijuana from schedule I to schedule III. The U.S. Department of Justice subsequently conducted a separate Eight Factor Analysis and concurred with HHS rescheduling recommendation.
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Above The Law
MARCH 18, 2025
Ed. note : This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal profession, in partnership with our friends at MothersEsquire. Welcome Joseline Jean-Louis Hardrick back to our pages. Click here if you’d like to donate to MothersEsquire. I stood over the laundry basket, my hands deep in the tangled mess of tiny clothes.
Attorney at Work
MARCH 24, 2025
Bull Garlington | Learn to practice law in dystopian scenarios. The post Post-Apocalyptic Law: How Lawyers Can Hit the Ground Running After the Fall of Western Civilization appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
HowAppealing
MARCH 18, 2025
“Ohio appeals court tosses out ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors”: Haley BeMiller of The Columbus Dispatch has this report. Jim Provance of The Toledo Blade reports that “ Appeals court strikes down Ohio ban on gender-affirming medications for minors.” Anumita Kaur of The Washington Post reports that “ Ohio court overturns state ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth; Families of transgender children will be able to access gender-affirming me
JURIST
MARCH 24, 2025
HRW reported Monday that Germany’s social security system inadequately protects women from poverty, breaching the state’s constitutional obligation to ensure that taxpayers can afford to pay for “necessary living expenses.” According to HRW, women in Germany are overrepresented among the population that is at risk of poverty.
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