Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Clio's annual Legal Trends Report is a treasure trove of data on hourly rates by state and by practice area. The post Small Firm Hourly Rates by State and Practice Area appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Amnesty International announced on Wednesday that it designated four people in Cuba as prisoners of conscience. The prisoners of conscience include political dissident Félix Navarro, independent journalist Sayli Navarro, protester Roberto Pérez Fonseca, and activist Luis Robles. The term “prisoner of conscience” refers to people who are imprisoned for peacefully expressing their conscientious beliefs.
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Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Italian citizenship through ancestry could, in theory, cause some problems. The post Italy’s Historically Horrific New Surrogacy Law Is Also A Threat To U.S. Attorneys appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 23, 2024
In a letter addressed to Aziz Nazruf, the Minister of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs , on Monday Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on the interim government of Bangladesh to amend the International Crimes (Tribunal) Act of 1973 “to ensure the judicial process is in line with international standards.” The letter comes as arrest warrants have been issued for ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 44 others on charges of genocide during recent protests.
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.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 23, 2024
“National Association of Attorneys General Announces Winners for 2024 Supreme Court Best Brief Awards”: You can access that organization’s news release from earlier this month at this link.
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HowAppealing
OCTOBER 23, 2024
My client’s pending cert. petition is now fully briefed: You can access the filings in this case, raising an issue of Federal Arbitration Act preemption that divided the Pa. Supreme Court (majority opinion here ; dissenting opinion here ), via this link.
JURIST
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The Supreme Court of California confirmed the 2025 bar exam will be the first to implement the new exam modifications on Tuesday. The exam is currently only offered in person and will be administered remotely or in person starting in February 2025. The exam will occur over two days, and the format will comprise three primary sections. Day one of the bar exam will include five written essays and a performance test.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 23, 2024
“Texas Supreme Court justice’s oversight of trust belonging to millionaire with dementia raises ethics concerns; Despite objections from her family, John Devine oversees the trust of Elvie Kingston, a clear violation of Texas’ judicial ethics rules, experts said; His wife is also her legal guardian”: Robert Downen of The Texas Tribune has this report.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Plus the skinny on Biglaw partner compensation and a Texas court's romantic scandal gets even more wild. The post In 2024, The GOP Is A Big Fan Of Teen Pregnancy appeared first on Above the Law.
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
OCTOBER 23, 2024
“Prosecutors say Alaska judge’s misconduct warrants vacating man’s conviction”: Nate Raymond of Reuters has this report. And Suzanne Monyak of Bloomberg Law reports that “ Ex-Alaska Judge’s Lawyer Ties Have US Asking to Toss Conviction; DOJ asks to vacate conviction over ex-judge’s misconduct; Kindred received nude photos from prosecutor in the case.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Loud, brash and allegedly unafraid of breaking a few rules. The post Hedge Fund Accused Of Acting Like Typical Australian On South Korean Vacation appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Amazon has asked U.S. District Judge Alan Albright to overturn a jury verdict behind a $136 million judgment it owes for infringing patents covering online ad space auctions, saying the small advertising software plaintiff's expert couldn't back up his infringement finding.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
You shouldn’t have to give up your civil rights. The post You Give Up A Lot To Work For The Federal Judiciary appeared first on Above the Law.
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L4SB
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Misclassification can be expensive for your business. In today’s economy, where many workers desire flexibility through what is commonly called “gig work,” it is critical for employers to know whether.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
More People Are Taking The LSAT After Getting Rid Of The Logic Games Section: So long, and welcome ! Prepare For The Fall: States rush to amend their Constitutions before the Supreme Court overturns gay marriage. Put Her Back On!: Litigant petitions Supreme Court to get Pauline Newman back. The Funding Fell From A Biglaw Tree: Attorneys are just throwing money at Kamala's campaign.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Lawsuits filed against X, formerly known as Twitter, have to be filed in federal court for the Northern District of Texas or in state court in the state’s Tarrant County, according to the social media company’s new terms of service.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Pretty big praise. The post Patent Owner Petitions Supreme Court For Pauline Newman To Hear His Case appeared first on Above the Law.
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CARET Legal
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Accurate billing is essential in any law firm, but for many lawyers, the process of tracking time can be tedious and prone to error. Keeping up with multiple clients, cases, and tasks throughout the day can make accurate time tracking feel like a chore. And yet, time is money—especially in a law firm. That’s why passive timekeeping is quickly becoming the go-to solution for law firms looking to streamline their billing process.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Yay! No more sketches! The post Looks Like Logic Games Really Did Gatekeep The LSAT appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 23, 2024
A Florida judge has been accused of conducting “improper or legally deficient” contempt proceedings in which she ordered the handcuffing of a crime victim and…
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The Biglaw firm is no longer at the top of the M&A world. The post Is Wachtell Slipping? 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
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Prosecutors don’t have to show that a Jan. 6, 2021, trespassing defendant was aware that the U.S.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Managing partners don't want to get 'left out' of the rush on mergers. The post To Merge Or Not To Merge, That Is The Question That’s Making Law Firm Leaders Anxious appeared first on Above the Law.
LawSites
OCTOBER 23, 2024
In the latest episode of our video series How It Works, we feature Expert Radar, an expert witness research platform developed by Expert Institute. Expert Radar is an AI-driven research tool designed to help attorneys with due diligence on expert witnesses – both their own, and those of opposing counsel.
CosmoLex
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Nearly every lawyer will be responsible for managing client funds at some point, and knowing how correctly protects client relationships and helps avoid legal issues. When holding money in a trust account, the number one thing to remember is that it doesn’t belong to the attorney or the firm. Instead, the attorney holds the money “in trust” on the client’s behalf until it’s ready to be distributed.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a
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