Attorney at Work
APRIL 26, 2024
How to build self-confidence by employing self-knowledge and maybe just a little wing-nut philosophy by someone who knows. The post How to Build Self-Confidence in Two Easy Steps appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
APRIL 26, 2024
The Alabama House of Representatives voted 72-28 to pass HB 385 , which prohibits public libraries from providing materials that are “harmful to minors” or “obscene.” The bill, which passed on Thursday, will now go to the Alabama Senate. Under the bill, it is a public nuisance for public libraries to provide obscene or harmful materials to minors.
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Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
The journey from the days of leather-bound law books to the digital age -- and now toward an AI-driven future -- offers valuable lessons for embracing change. The post The Digital Transformation Journey: Lessons For Lawyers Embracing AI appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 26, 2024
UK authorities charged Dylan Earl with conducting hostile activity to benefit a foreign state—in this case, Russia—following Crown Prosecution Service authorization on Friday. Four other men have also been charged in relation to the arson plot. This marks the first time authorities have filed charges under the new National Security Act 2023. Earl allegedly criminal conduct benefitted the Russian state to the detriment of Ukraine.
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Why does it take 20-40 hrs. to create a compliant legal brief? TypeLaw analyzed 10,000+ briefs to determine the anatomy of the average brief—how many words, paragraphs, citations to the record, and more. See the research results in this infographic.
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
The constitutional law dilettante laments USC canceling its graduation, but doesn't quite grasp the basic problem. The post Jonathan Turley Is So, So Close To Figuring Out Free Speech… And Yet So, So Far Away appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
These law schools may help you get the most prestigious jobs. The post The Law Schools Where The Most Graduates Got Federal Clerkships (2023) appeared first on Above the Law.
ClimateChange-ClimateLaw
APRIL 26, 2024
The judgment of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in the case Verein KlimaSeniorinnen v. Switzerland is a striking example of the Paris effect: the influence of the non-binding collective goals of the Paris Agreement (PA) on the interpretation of domestic constitutional law or international human rights law in climate litigation. In its ground-breaking and bold ruling, the ECtHR established positive obligations for Switzerland to take steps to protect against the adverse effects of clim
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
This Biglaw squabble is getting ugly. The post Biglaw Associates Battle It Out Over Custody Of Mini Poodle appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 26, 2024
The Bundestag, Germany’s federal Parliament, passed on Friday the second amendment of the Federal Climate Protection Act. The amendment passed a day after the Federal Constitutional Court rejected a lawmaker’s objection to the amended bill. The amendments aim to reduce the pressure against individual sectors by removing some greenhouse gas emissions targets.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
From the where-we-slapp-one,-we-slapp-all dept The post Flynn Family’s SLAPP Suit Against CNN Slapped Down By Judge appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 26, 2024
King Charles III has given his assent to the UK government’s legislation which will allow asylum seekers to be sent to Rwanda. The Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill 2024 received Royal Assent on Thursday and will now become law in the UK. Royal assent is the final stage in the British legislative process, and effectively rubber stamps the decision taken by Parliament earlier this week to approve the bill.
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
Some things we keep to ourselves until the trial is over. The post Hot Mic Incident Leads Judge To Recusals appeared first on Above the Law.
Patently O
APRIL 26, 2024
by Dennis Crouch I was rereading the Supreme Court’s recent enablement decision of Amgen Inc. v. Sanofi , 598 U.S. 594 (2023) and was struck by the Supreme Court’s statement that its 19th Century decision of Wood v. Underhill , 46 U.S. 1 (1847) “establish[ed] that a specification may call for a reasonable amount of experimentation to make and use a patented invention.” This statement from Amgen is surprising because Chief Justice Taney’s decision in Wood includes a
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
The dean said that while safety wasn't an issue, law students need a quiet place to take exams. The post Law School Moves Final Exam Location For Students Due To Campus Protests appeared first on Above the Law.
L4SB
APRIL 26, 2024
Lots of Advantages for Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs The business world is filled with acronyms, with LLC being one of the most common in the United States. LLC stands.
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
Hot Mic Leads To A Murder Mistrial: Procedure matters. Paul Weiss Partners Say Hell No To H-Town: Keep those hopes up, someone may eventually come around. Last Day For Submissions!: Now or never for entering our 15th Annual Law Revue ! Planning For A Federal Clerkship?: These are the schools you need to go to. Who Gets Custody Of Raven: Settling a dog dispute may be the most important case of these lawyer's careers.
CARET Legal
APRIL 26, 2024
While burnout is a pervasive issue across many industries, it’s particularly prevalent in the legal sector. In the world of law, the term ‘fee earner’ is synonymous with the lawyers who generate revenue for the firm. These individuals are under constant pressure to meet deadlines, deliver quality work, and maintain a high standard of service.
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Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
A setback for the elite Biglaw firm. The post Paul Weiss Effort To Expand Not Going As Well As Planned appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
APRIL 26, 2024
Attorneys for an arena football league missed their shot Friday evening at blocking one of its former teams from playing in a rival league's opening weekend, after a series of housekeeping oversights ended with a Georgia federal judge denying their bid for a preliminary injunction.
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
Just how different is the start of this term compared with past terms? The post The Most Harmony At The Beginning Of A Term In The Modern Supreme Court appeared first on Above the Law.
OneLegal
APRIL 26, 2024
Understanding how CoAs operate is important for lawyers to understand. Read our article for a comprehensive breakdown and get up to speed. The post Understanding the cause of action in California legal proceedings appeared first on One Legal.
Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha
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?
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
Helluva 2023 at the firm. The post This Biglaw Firm Had A Very, VERY Good Year appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
APRIL 26, 2024
Law360 Real Estate Authority covers the most important real estate deals, litigation, policies and trends. Catch up on this week's key developments by state — as well as on U.S. Supreme Court arguments over local homelessness policies, real estate attorney reactions to new rules on "forever chemicals," and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's latest take on building standards in flood zones.
Above The Law
APRIL 26, 2024
Both technical and non-technical measures are vital in the legal industry. The post Using Employee Engagement And Technical Controls To Reduce Insider Risk appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 26, 2024
The India Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) launched a case on Thursday in response to allegations of land grabs and sexual assaults involving five influential individuals located in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal, according to an official’s statement to the Press Trust of India (PTI). This follows a court-monitored investigation of the situation, which was previously ordered by the Calcutta High Court on April 10.
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