JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) Cindy McCain called upon Israel on Monday to increase humanitarian access to Gaza. McCain met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to discuss the food crisis in the region. After the October 7 attack , the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) put a blockade in place in Gaza to pressure Hamas.
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Teddy Snyder | Regardless of whom you represent, when you act in accordance with your oath, you are being an authentic lawyer. The post Can Lawyers Be Consistently Authentic? appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Human Rights Watch (HRW) warned in a report Monday that a French immigration bill under consideration threatens to curtail human rights. HRW says the bill, which is currently before the French Senate, would weaken safeguards for foreign nationals being deported, allow the rejection of residence permits for failing to comply with France’s values, place greater restrictions on appeal rights and administrative procedures, and limit protections for migrant children.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Welcome to the $225,000 compensation scale! The post Milbank Raises Associate Salaries And Announces Year-End Bonuses! appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
A Colorado jury returned a not guilty verdict on Monday for a third police officer charged in the 2019 death of 23-year-old Elijah McClain. Aurora Police Officer Nathan Woodyard was charged with manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in 2021. Woodyard was one of the five people, including three police officers and two paramedics, who were charged in a 32-count indictment.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
US District Court Judge Jerry Pappert limited the liability of opioid distributor Cencora (previously known as Amerisourcebergen) on Monday in the case US v. Cencora , which is a case alleging the company failed to report thousands of suspicious opioid prescriptions, fueling the opioid epidemic. The government will now only be able to prosecute the company for failure to report suspicious prescriptions after October 2018, when the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) was amended.
LDA PRO
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Looking for Living Trusts Preparation in Roseville? Estate planning is a vital component of securing your financial future and protecting your assets. Living trusts are a powerful tool within estate planning, and the process of living trust preparation in Roseville is essential to harness their benefits. At LDA Pro Legal, we understand the significance of thorough and accurate estate planning.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Emanuel Xhindi is a special correspondent for JURIST and a law student in the University of Tirana Faculty of Law in Tirana, Albania. Emigration measures in developing countries are almost always seen through a vague, public-interest lens, but their constitutionality may be dubious. In an effort to stop young doctors from leaving the country to work in the West, the Albanian government is pushing for a new law which would make it absolutely necessary for medical students in Tirana’s Unive
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
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.
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
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
On Tuesday His Majesty King Charles III took part in The State Opening of Parliament , a ceremonial event that marks the formal beginning of a new parliamentary session. It is a significant constitutional event in the United Kingdom, involving the monarch, Members of Parliament, and other dignitaries. During the State Opening, the reigning monarch delivers a speech known as the King’s Speech (or until recently The Queen’s Speech) that outlines the government’s proposed policie
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
SCOTUS will get around to doing something about the ethics controversies eventually, says the retired justice. The post Stephen Breyer Is Confident Supreme Court Justices Will Figure Out Their Ethics Issues appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
An Illinois judge is facing a disciplinary hearing this week that focuses on his decision to reverse a sexual assault conviction that he imposed in…
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Who will be the winner of our fourteenth annual law-related Halloween costume competition? The post ATL’s Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest: The Finalists (2023) 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.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Russia withdrew from the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE) Treaty on Tuesday and NATO suspended its participation, signaling a continued break-down of the status quo in global security. Russia and 22 other countries signed the treaty in 1990, shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall. The treaty sets limits on military arsenals, like the quantity of tanks and artillery each state party is permitted to have.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Five-figure death punch. The post Finance Layoffs Watch ’24: Citigroup appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa resigned Tuesday due to an ongoing inquiry into alleged corruption. Upon announcing his decision, Costa said that the dignity of the tasks of a prime minister is not compatible with any suspicion regarding integrity, good behavior, or criminal activity. The investigation surrounding Costa is looking into alleged misuses of funds, active and passive corruption by political figures, and influence peddling.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The judge said it could jeopardize the defendant's right to a fair trial. The post Federal Prosecutor Benchslapped Over ‘Gratuitously Hyperbolic’ Press Release 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.
SCOTUSBlog
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Share The Supreme Court on Tuesday morning declined to put a Louisiana trial seeking compensation for the “existential threat” posed by coastal land loss on hold while the defendants in the case, a group of oil companies, seek review of a state court decision rejecting their request to transfer the case. The oil companies had argued that they cannot get a fair trial in the court where they are being sued because any awards against them will go to the local government, known as a parish.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Conviction in the murder-for-hire plot that killed Dan Markel. The post 9 Years After Law Professor Murdered, Jury Finds Charlie Adelson Guilty appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Milbank announced Tuesday that it is matching last year’s year-end bonuses while also giving annual raises of $10,000 to its associates beginning Jan. 1.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
When done effectively, mentoring can benefit all in-house lawyers regardless of experience level. The post Centering On Mentoring 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!
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
On November 7, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in United States v. Rahimi , to decide whether people under domestic violence protective orders have a constitutional right to own firearms. The case centers on Zackey Rahimi, whose girlfriend sought a restraining order after he assaulted her and threatened to shoot her if she told anyone. The restraining order banned him from owning guns, and when he was found in possession of them, he was sentenced to prison.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The leader of this boutique firm has the scoop on what makes boutique life so enjoyable for lawyers, from compensation to culture to gaining hands-on experience. The post Cohen Ziffer’s Managing Partner On Why Choosing A Boutique Firm May Be The Best Career Move You Make appeared first on Above the Law.
iHire
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Streamline tasks, boost efficiency, and focus on strategy with these AI HR automation ideas and tools for HR professionals.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Its use is often unknown to a law firm’s IT or security group. The post Shadow AI: A Thorny Problem For Law Firms 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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