Criminal Law, Laws and Legal Research

The Role of a Criminal Law Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 28, 2022

So, what are the things we do that get YOU thinking this could be the best career decision you make as a Criminal Law Paralegal? Caveat – there is so much information about what Criminal Law Paralegals do, I wish I could relay to you everything Perhaps I could share more in-depth details at another time.

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What I Learned in Paralegal School vs On The Job

Paralegal Bootcamp

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Legal Research and Writing In my first year of studying Paralegal Studies, my school provided us with Westlaw/LexisNexis (legal research software) that we used for legal research purposes. which provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and procedures.

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A Certificate in Legal Research to Advance in Your Paralegal Career

Blackstone Career Institute

JULY 17, 2024

A Certificate in Legal Research to Advance in Your Paralegal Career Legal research is a fundamental skill for any paralegal, enabling them to support attorneys, draft documents, and ensure that all legal proceedings are well-informed and accurate.

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Research Guide: Law of Armed Conflict

LLRX

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In a time of wild claims and counterclaims, the subject of the Law of Armed Conflict, (LOAC), often referred to as International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or the Law of War (LOW), is a topical subject. Researching LOAC can challenge U.S. researchers and lawyers. researchers.

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Violence Against Women and International Law, April 2024

LLRX

APRIL 27, 2024

Pacifici is identifying and documenting pertinent sources for researchers on the October 7, 2023 terrorist attack and violence against women and girls. This is the April 2024 update to the first installment of the guide, published on November 23, 2023.

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Is it Worth it to Become a Litigation Paralegal?

Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 24, 2023

This is because some paralegals might prefer a corporate setting as an in-house paralegal, while others might thrive in a law firm setting working in civil litigation or other commercial litigation. A litigation paralegal is a legal professional who provides vital support to attorneys who work in the area of litigation.

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Red flag laws and the Colorado LGBTQ club shooting – questions over whether state’s protection order could have prevented tragedy

LLRX

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Professor Alex McCourt , an expert on gun laws at Johns Hopkins University, explains how red flag laws are supposed to work – and why they weren’t triggered in this case.

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Violence Against Women and International Law, April 2024 Update

LLRX

APRIL 27, 2024

Pacifici is identifying and documenting pertinent sources for researchers on the October 7, 2023 terrorist attack and violence against women and girls. This is the April 2024 update to the first installment of the guide, published on November 23, 2023.

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Violence Against Women and International Law – Updated December 2023

LLRX

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Pacifici is curating sources for their relevance and relationship to this site’s Israel-Hamas War Project articles. The first article on this subject can be read here. Until recent weeks there was a dearth of publicly available information about the scope of sexual violence perpetrated by Hamas. 7" - focused public attention on the facts.

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New Books Available – Appellate Standards of Review in Civil and Criminal Cases

Day on Torts

MARCH 2, 2023

I am happy to report that BirdDog Law is now offering two new books – Grading Papers – Civil and Grading Papers – Criminal. The books help lawyers quickly identify the applicable standard of review of multiple civil and criminal law issues.

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5 Top legal podcasts in the UK you should be listening to

SimplyLawJobs

MAY 24, 2021

People of all ages listen to podcasts on topics they feel interested in, which includes legal topics. Whether you’re a law student, a paralegal, or a solicitor with years of experience, listening to a legal podcast that suits your interests can be extremely beneficial, and fun. 1) UK Law Weekly. 3) Law in Action.

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5 Certificates to Get Under $500

Blackstone Career Institute

MAY 3, 2024

Foundations of Legal Research using LexisAdvance® Using the powerful tool LexisAdvance® , this online certificate course will expand your research capabilities, improve your writing skills, and teach you the ins and outs of computer-assisted legal research.

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How Law Firms Can Maximize the Value of AI

Everchron

JANUARY 22, 2025

[{"content":{"text":" Generative AI (GenAI) and large language models (LLMs) have proven to be a boon for the legal profession. Many law firms are now using this technology to work faster, scale their operations, and automate routine tasks. The result is law firms that are more agile and people-focused than ever before.

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How to Become a Paralegal

How To Become A Paralegal

JULY 30, 2018

That is, how to interview clients, how to construct or find basic legal forms for your jurisdiction, and how to manage a law office. These paralegal programs are generally focused on one or two areas of law, such as family law or criminal law. Not everyone has one in their area. Yes, that’s right.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, June 6, 2021

LLRX

JUNE 6, 2021

Four highlights from this week : Two New Laws Restrict Police Use of DNA Search Method; On the Taxonomy and Evolution of Ransomware; Amazon's Ring Finally Discloses Police Requests; and The Limits of Law and AI.

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The Tech at ‘Cop Con’: Cigarette Carton Trackers, VR for School Shootings, and ‘Peacekeeper Batons’

LLRX

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Ese Olumhense a reporter at The Markup gives us an overview of how the International Association of Chiefs of Police brings police leadership and tech vendors together at its annual conference, where clear trends about the future of law enforcement emerged.

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Pitching the Difficult Case: Working With Prosecutors

LLRX

AUGUST 19, 2022

Lawson approaches the topic from his perspective as a former federal prosecutor and counsel to federal criminal investigators, but most of the ideas apply just as well to state and local law enforcement agencies.

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The Power of Paralegal Mentors – An Interview with Ashley Stasiewich

Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

She teaches legal courses at McEwen such as Legal Information and Management Procedures, Legal Drafting, Legal Documents 1 and 2, Technology for Paralegals, Legal Research, Business Communication, and the Paralegal Studies Capstone Program. the law the way it is? Reasonably so.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, April 20, 2024

LLRX

APRIL 20, 2024

Four highlights from this week : 1st-of-its-kind law protects 'neural data'; Chinese Mafias' New US Goldmine: Gift Cards; Fair Digital Finance Framework; and The invisible seafaring industry that keeps the internet afloat.

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Genetic paparazzi are right around the corner, and courts aren’t ready to confront the legal quagmire of DNA theft

LLRX

JUNE 15, 2022

Liza Vertinsky and Yaniv Heled are law professors who study how emerging technologies like genetic sequencing are regulated. They believe that growing public interest in genetics has increased the likelihood that genetic paparazzi with DNA collection kits may soon become as ubiquitous as ones with cameras.

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How A Certificate Course Can Easily Boost Your Marketability

Blackstone Career Institute

MARCH 14, 2024

Legal Studies Certifications Blackstone Career Institute offers several avenues into legal studies such as: Foundations of Legal Research Using LexisAdvance® Torts, Criminal Law & Procedures These are prime examples of courses designed to meet the growing demand for paralegal professionals.

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The New Administration: A Boon for Investigative Journalism

LLRX

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

This commentary by Michael Ravnitzky is a call to action as he states that the upcoming four years present a critical period for diligent and fearless investigative reporting, ensuring that the administration's actions are thoroughly examined and the public remains well-informed.

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A day in the life of a future trainee associate

SimplyLawJobs

DECEMBER 17, 2021

I originally became interested in law due to the humanitarian work that I had been involved in, in Romania. This sparked an interest in human rights law. This was something that led to my pursuit of the law but it was also a subject that I thought would allow me to make a meaningful difference in the world.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, July 23, 2022

LLRX

JULY 24, 2022

rivacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

Education

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, November 26, 2022

LLRX

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

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Pete Recommends Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, April 2, 2022

LLRX

APRIL 2, 2022

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

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Time to Vote: You Get to Pick the Startup Alley Finalists for ABA TECHSHOW 2022

LawSites

JANUARY 17, 2022

Our system inherently understands legal relationships and keeps up with changes in the law. We use AI to understand intake conversations, tailor legal documents, and then route them for in-house counsel review and corporate approvals. We understand how legal teams work and the tools required to complete everyday workflows.

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Steve Bannon is held in criminal contempt of Congress, pushing key question over presidential power to the courts

LLRX

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Jennifer L. Selin Professor of Constitutional Democracy, reviews how this battle between the two branches of government over access to presidential information raises questions about the constitutional authority of Congress and how lawmakers acquire the information needed to hold the executive branch accountable in the U.S.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, July 25, 2021

LLRX

JULY 25, 2021

Privacy and security issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

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Jan. 6 was an example of networked incitement

LLRX

JANUARY 8, 2024

The shocking events of Jan. 6, 2021, signaled a major break from the nonviolent rallies that categorized most major protests over the past few decades. What set Jan. 6 apart was the president of the United States using his cellphone to direct an attack on the Capitol, and those who stormed the Capitol being wired and ready for insurrection.

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Who’s Afraid of Punitive Damages? – Conference in Augsburg, Germany

Conflict of Laws

MARCH 23, 2024

It evidently has not stopped claimants from seeking enforcement of punitive damage awards in other civil law legal systems. In his paper on “Compensation, Punishment, and the Idea of Private Law”, Lukas Rademacher (University of Kiel) explained the idea of punitive damages and its compatibility with German private law.

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Trapped in Darkness: Women in Europe remain defenseless against gender-based violence

LLRX

MARCH 20, 2024

A new cross-border data investigation by the European Journalism Network reveals gaps in the registration of femicides in Europe and the ineffective protection of women against crimes of sexual, physical, psychological and economic violence over the last decade. Reporting by Janine Louloudi , Nikos Morfonios , and Kostas Zafeiropoulos.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, February 26, 2023

LLRX

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cybersecurity issues – October 30, 2022

LLRX

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

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Pete Recommends Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, January 9, 2022

LLRX

JANUARY 9, 2022

Privacy and security issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

Education

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, June 30, 2023

LLRX

JUNE 30, 2023

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

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Israel-Hamas War Project

LLRX

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

“Falsehood flies, and the Truth comes limping after it.” — Jonathan Swift Jonathan Swift’s observation accurately describes the media coverage of the Hamas-Israel war. High emotions make grotesque lies seem plausible. Language itself is warped by sophisticated propagandists. Ignorance, bias, and battlefield dangers make much journalism unreliable.

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Policing Reimagined

LLRX

JULY 31, 2022

Developers, data scientists, and criminal justice experts working within the metaverse may be able to implement changes more efficiently than Congress as they are not subject to constitutional constraints. The thesis of Albert Chang's paper is the metaverse presents a unique opportunity for effective police reforms.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, July 30, 2022

LLRX

JULY 30, 2022

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few.

Education

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DOJ funding pipeline subsidizes questionable big data surveillance technologies

LLRX

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Yet, the Department of Justice has been funding the crime surveillance and analysis technology for years and continues to do so despite criticism from researchers, privacy advocates and members of Congress. Professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson discusses how predictive policing has been shown to be an ineffective and biased policing tool.

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Whistleblowers Are the Conscience of Society, Yet Suffer Gravely For Trying to Hold the Rich and Powerful Accountable For Their Sins

LLRX

APRIL 30, 2023

Lawyer, activist, author, and whistleblower Ashley Gjovik states: "I blew the whistle and was met with an experience so destructive that I did not have the words to describe what happened to me. I set out to learn if what happened to me is a known phenomenon and, if so, whether there are language and concepts to explain the experience.

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Policing Reimagined

LLRX

JULY 31, 2022

The thesis of Albert Chang's paper is the metaverse presents a unique opportunity for effective police reforms because software developers may be able to implement changes more efficiently than Congress as they are not subject to constitutional constraints.

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