Attorney at Work
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Checklists are great for making sure you are completing routine processes in your practice without mistakes. The post Five Checklists to Make Your Law Practice More Efficient and Profitable appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The US Supreme Court heard oral arguments Monday on whether social media platforms may ban certain content on their platforms without violating the Constitution’s First Amendment. The court heard arguments concerning a Florida case and a Texas case , in which the state laws banned social media platforms from barring content, specifically conservative content, from using their sites.
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LDA PRO
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Don’t you think that a living trust is one of the most effective tools when it comes to estate planning? Of course, it is! You can transfer your assets into a trust while you are still alive by using a living trust, which is a legal document. Additionally, name beneficiaries who will inherit those assets in the event of your demise. You can very easily create a living trust on your own.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The court of last resort for Britain’s overseas colonies and some Commonwealth countries revived a lawsuit seeking to block the construction of an airstrip in Antigua and Barbuda over environmental concerns on Tuesday. The UK-based Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (JCPC) concluded that the plaintiffs in the suit have standing to challenge the airstrip’s constriction, even though it had already been completed.
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.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Her husband said that her work had become 'all-consuming.' Our condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues during this extremely difficult time. The post Biglaw Partner Suffered From ‘Acute Mental Health Crisis’ Before Her Tragic Death appeared first on Above the Law.
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ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Longtime civil rights advocate Emmet Bondurant “has pursued justice with unwavering integrity” throughout his career, according to the ABA, which on Monday announced that he…
JURIST
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Russian human rights activist Oleg Orlov has been sentenced to two and a half years in a prison colony, his organization, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning Memorial, announced Tuesday. Orlov was convicted under Article 280.3 of the Russian Criminal Code, which prohibits the discrediting of the Russian armed forces. The charges arose from an article he published last year in which he described the war in Ukraine as a blow to Russia’s future and referred to the Kremlin leadership as “fascist.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Judicial accountability is a beautiful thing. The post Judge Who Thought 5 Months In Jail For Rape Was ‘Plenty Of Punishment’ Kicked Off Bench appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Canada’s government on Monday proposed draft legislation, known as Bill C-63 , which aims to combat online hate and promote online safety through the enactment of the Online Harms Act. Bill C-63 also includes amendments to the Criminal Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act. The Online Harms Act, a key component of Bill C-63, proposes the establishment of a new regulatory body called the Digital Safety Commission, which would be responsible for administering the framework and fostering a c
Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
“Supreme Court Clerk Hiring Watch: Is October Term 2024 Full Up? Plus a record high for SCOTUS clerk signing bonuses, and fun facts tied to Notre Dame — go Irish!” David Lat has this post at his “Original Jurisdiction” Substack site. The post “Supreme Court Clerk Hiring Watch: Is October Term 2024 Full Up? Plus a record high for SCOTUS clerk signing bonuses, and fun facts tied to Notre Dame — go Irish!
JURIST
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The Fact-Finding Mission of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) concluded on Monday that there were no reasonable grounds to determine that toxic chemicals were used by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in October 2017 at Al-Yarmouk in the Syrian Arab Republic. In its report, OPCW found that there was no indication that chemicals were used as a weapon by ISIL.
EvidenceProf Blog
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Federal Rule of Evidence 803(1) provides an exception to the rule against hearsay for A statement describing or explaining an event or condition, made while or immediately after the declarant perceived it. So, does a 911 call made about five.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The US Bureau of Industry and Security amended the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) Monday by adding the Canada-based company Sandvine to the Entity list. The Entity List identifies entities believed to have been involved with activities that contradict or do not align with the national security or foreign policy interests of the US. The US added Sandvine to the list based on information that Sandvine provides technology to the Egyptian Government, which has utilized it to mass web-monito
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HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
“Texas man challenges bump stock ban in Supreme Court, says feds went too far”: Alex Swoyer of The Washington Times has this report. And Lydia Wheeler of Bloomberg Law reports that “ Bump Stock Ban Brings Agency Power Dispute to Supreme Court.” The post “Texas man challenges bump stock ban in Supreme Court, says feds went too far” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Hungary’s parliament voted to ratify Sweden’s membership bid to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on Monday, officially becoming the final NATO nation to approve of Sweden’s accession. As a result, Sweden is poised to become the thiry-second NATO member state upon formal invitation of NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
“The ‘Cruel and Unusual Punishment’ of America’s Cities: Martin v. Boise is an abomination that has wreaked havoc on cities across the Ninth Circuit.” Mark Pulliam has this post at the “Law & Liberty” blog. The post “The ‘Cruel and Unusual Punishment’ of America’s Cities: Martin v. Boise is an abomination that has wreaked havoc on cities across the Ninth Circuit.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Patently O
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
by Dennis Crouch Earlier this week, the USPTO published updated examination guidelines regarding obviousness determinations under 35 U.S.C. §103. While these new guidelines are not legally binding, they offer important insight into how the Office plans to apply an even more flexible approach to obviousness — something Director Vidal sees as mandated by the Supreme Court’s 2007 decision in KSR Int’l Co. v.
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HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
“Conservatives have won the debate about courts, and liberals know it”: Columnist Ramesh Ponnuru has this essay online at The Washington Post. The post “Conservatives have won the debate about courts, and liberals know it” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Maybe don't post every ironic quip you come up with. The post Law Professor Responds To All-Female Bar Leadership Team With ‘Where Are The Men?’ appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
“They’re always guilty. or are they? The deceptively simple case of Diaz v. United States.” Adam Unikowsky has this post at his Substack site, “Adam’s Legal Newsletter.” The post “They’re always guilty. or are they? The deceptively simple case of Diaz v. United States.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Is anonymized review for prestigious journals helping reduce the elitism bias in the academy? The post The Anonymized Review Game appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story
Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.
ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
A judge who declared that a sexual assault defendant had “plenty of punishment” before reversing the conviction has been removed from the bench.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
‘Law school isn’t fair for us men anymore, women always outperform us nowadays,’ the anonymous texter said. The post The FBI Is Investigating Strange Texts Sent To Women Law Professors appeared first on Above the Law.
The Relativity Blog
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Read about TCDI's Military Spouse Managed Review program, the people involved, and how it can inspire you to find ways to support military families in your own organization.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The struggle of the juggle is real, but there are ways to help yourself before helping others. The post It Might Not Seem Like It, But Work-Life Balance Is Possible For Young Lawyers appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
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