Law 360
AUGUST 20, 2024
The legal industry still has a long way to go before it can achieve gender parity at its upper levels. But these law firms are performing better than others in breaking the proverbial glass ceiling that prevents women from attaining leadership roles.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 20, 2024
There's a misplaced belief among lawyers, that rehearsing and practicing is for lily-livered, milksop fraidy-cats. Says who? The post Perfecting Your Presentation Skills appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2024
A US federal court in Texas set aside the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new ban on non-compete clauses Tuesday, holding that the agency lacked the authority to issue the ban and that the new rule is “arbitrary and capricious.” The ban , set to go into effect in most of the country on September 4, seeks to prevent employers from restricting where employees can work if an employee chooses to leave the company.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 20, 2024
Analog Attorney | Indian pens are a thing — affordable, beautifully crafted and they write like a dream. The post The Affordable Joy of Indian Pens appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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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
JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2024
Panama started on Tuesday its first deportation flight of irregular migrants who entered the country through the Darin jungle, local media reported. This constitutes the first of a series of flights financed by the US Department of State to return irregular migrants to their home countries. According to local media , the first flight repatriated 29 individuals to Columbia.
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JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2024
The government of Austria has agreed to ban all marriages under the age of 18, Federal Chancellor Karl Nehammer confirmed on Monday. Currently, under the Austrian Civil Code, the legal age for marriage is 18, although this rule includes an exception. Minors from the age of 16 can also legally marry with the consent of their legal representatives and the approval of a court.
LawSites
AUGUST 20, 2024
Two veterans of legal media have partnered to launch a communications firm to represent to represent legal and business clients in marketing, media relations, crisis management and more.
JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) and Amnesty International called for the European Union (EU) to urge the government of India to end human rights abuses in a joint statement released Monday ahead of the EU-India Human Rights Dialogue. HRW and Amnesty International, alongside Front Line Defenders, the World Organisation Against Torture and Christian Solidarity Worldwide, called for the EU to “ensure public oversight and accountability” for their India policy.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 20, 2024
Netflix’s Hell Camp: Teen Nightmare , released in December 2023, sounds like a cheesy 1980s slaughter-fest horror film.
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?
JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2024
Dying with Dignity Canada, John Scully, Claire Elyse Brosseau and legal firm Paliare Roland filed an application in the Ontario Superior Court on Monday challenging the federal government’s exclusion of individuals with mental disorders from accessing medical assistance in dying (MAiD), on the basis that it is discriminatory. The case is spearheaded by John Scully, who is a former war correspondent suffering from chronic mental health issues including post-traumatic stress disorder, depres
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
The unexpected value of GenAI for legal might be its user experience. The post Artificial Intelligence Provides Window To All The Technology Lawyers Ignored The Last 10 Years appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 20, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
Mickey Mouse figured out pretty quickly this was a stinker of an argument. The post Disney Backs Away From Terrible Argument After Onslaught Of Negative Publicity appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
LLRX
AUGUST 20, 2024
Patrick Mckenna calls out an important new public database, the AI Risk Repository, that lists ALL the ways AI could go wrong. Its creators hope their work could lead to further research to determine which risks to take more seriously.
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
Safety measures matter. The post Biglaw Firm Finds Out Not Money Laundering Isn’t Enough appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 20, 2024
A Connecticut lawyer has resigned from the bar after he was accused of telling ethics investigators that their trust account inquiries weren’t a priority, and…
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
The cease-and-desist letters are flying. The post Formula 1 Lawyers Are Super Busy Right Now Because They Don’t Understand Modern Marketing appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2024
The Indian Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday constituted a National Task Force (NTF) of medical professionals to give regulatory recommendations for workplace safety and protection citing the recent rape and murder of a 31-year-old female trainee doctor inside hospital premises, which fueled nationwide protest. While hearing the matter, the SC expressed dissatisfaction with the conduct of the state machinery and police in their negligent approach towards the case, including not filing the First Info
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
The prominent Clifford Chance partner is missing at sea. The post Renowned Biglaw Partner Among The Missing After The Sinking Of Tech Billionaire’s Superyacht appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
AUGUST 20, 2024
Default privacy settings in popular mobile apps seem like a convenience, allowing you to use a single setting to control the level of privacy – who can see which actions you take – across all of the app’s functions. Prof. Joseph K. Nwankpa specifies how default privacy settings are also a potential risk to your privacy.
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
Maybe make sure they have enough office to come back to. The post Latham Calls Lawyers Back To Office, Even Though Midlevels Sit In Open Cubicles NOW appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Andrew Klein
Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!
LLRX
AUGUST 20, 2024
The Markup's Ross Teixeira had a virtual discussion with Jonathan Frankle, Chief Scientist at DataBricks, about the the ethics of companies using customer data to train models, the growing trend of integrating AI models into our personal devices and lives, and how people can get involved in policy conversations from national to local level.
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
* Disney drops " watching Disney+ means arbitration " bid. [ Reuters ] * Judge who carried on secret long-term relationship with lawyer repping clients in his courtroom must take ethics training. over trying to skip deposition. [ ABA Journal ] * Billionaire and the Clifford Chance partner who helped acquit him of fraud missing after yacht sank. [ Law360 ] * Adidas not liable for failing to appropriately disclose the risks of signing a deal with Kanye. [ Bloomberg Law News ] * Law firm nabs 100,0
CaseFleet
AUGUST 20, 2024
Discover how to efficiently label facts and create detailed case outlines using Casefleet. This comprehensive guide covers essential tips, step-by-step instructions, and best practices for organizing your case management. Learn how to streamline your workflow and enhance case analysis with Casefleet's powerful features.
Above The Law
AUGUST 20, 2024
The firm is doing their part to bring equality to the profession. The post The Equity Partnership At This Biglaw Firm Has More Women Than Most appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.
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