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Top 20 Biglaw Firm Hits Record Revenue For The 10th Year In A Row

Above The Law

This Biglaw firm has been doing it right for a decade. Congrats! The post Top 20 Biglaw Firm Hits Record Revenue For The 10th Year In A Row appeared first on Above the Law.

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An Antidote to Ungrateful Clients: Rediscovering the Satisfaction and Joy of Helping Others

Attorney at Work

Susan Cohodes | Thanks to Henry, I am once again able to feel the sense of satisfaction I experienced when I first started helping clients. The post An Antidote to Ungrateful Clients: Rediscovering the Satisfaction and Joy of Helping Others appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.

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Brazil electoral authority warns against employing artificial intelligence in electoral campaigning

JURIST

Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court President Alexandre de Moraes warned Thursday that candidates of the 2024 municipal elections may face disqualification or have their mandates rescinded if they employ artificial intelligence to attack opponents. De Moraes said that the 12 resolutions that govern the elections will allow the court to combat distortion from artificial intelligence in electoral campaigning.

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Celebrating 38 Years of Service to the Paralegal Community

Paralegal.edu

Last week marked 38 years that Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) has supported, guided, and prepared students to become paralegals. For nearly four decades CALS has pushed its students to grow, believing every single one could find success, and providing them with the training to achieve it. The dedication and determination of many incredible people – our students and alumni – have made this continuous progress possible.

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No Objections: Better Case Management with AI for Paralegals

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Join this session to get a fresh look at how AI tools can help you work smarter, faster, and more effectively! Attorney and law professor Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk you through the complete journey of a legal case—from the first client meeting through the final outcome—while showing you how artificial intelligence can transform your daily work at each important step.

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Federal appeals court orders re-sentencing Jan. 6 rioter over improper sentencing enhancements

JURIST

The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit ruled Friday that enhancements were improperly applied to the sentencing of a participant in the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot. The court ordered that the participant be re-sentenced, which is a decision that could potentially affect the sentences of hundreds of other rioters sentenced for their participation on January 6.

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US federal judge upholds most provisions of Arizona voting laws requiring proof of citizenship

JURIST

A federal judge in Arizona upheld two state laws on Thursday that require voters to provide documentation to prove their US citizenship before registering to vote. US District Judge Susan Bolton’s decision upheld HB 2492 and 2243. After a 10-day bench trial, Bolton issued a 109-page opinion upholding the laws. However, Bolton found that the provision of HB 2492 that requires voters to list their place of birth to be presumed as properly registered to vote violated the Civil Rights Act of 1

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Lawyer Compares Bank Robbery Plea To Super Bowl Champs Because… Reasons

Above The Law

Finally a Chiefs story that isn't about Taylor Swift. The post Lawyer Compares Bank Robbery Plea To Super Bowl Champs Because… Reasons appeared first on Above the Law.

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Russia court rejects appeal by Russian-American woman accused of treason

JURIST

A Russian court on Thursday rejected an appeal by a Russian-American woman against her detention on a treason charge, according to Reuters and ABC News reporters in the room. The 33-year-old Ksenia Karelina was arrested on January 27 and detained in a jail in Yekaterinburg for treason. According to Reuters, t he Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) security service reported last week that Karelina had been detained on suspicion of raising funds for a Ukrainian charity to support Ukraine’

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Unlocking Client Loyalty: The Art Of Being Indispensable

Above The Law

In a profession teeming with talent, how can you achieve true differentiation? The post Unlocking Client Loyalty: The Art Of Being Indispensable appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Ethics of AI: Practical Considerations for Paralegals

Finally, AI advice that understands your job. This isn't just another generic "guide", it's a practical roadmap built specifically for paralegals. What you'll learn: Ethics Without the Panic ⚖️ Decode ABA Model Rules and examples of state guidance so you can leverage AI confidently. Security That Makes Sense 🛡️️ Real-world protocols beyond buzzwords, SOC2 and HIPAA compliance, and data protection strategies that actually work.

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HRW: Türkiye bears responsibility for abuses in Syria

JURIST

Türkiye bears responsibility for the human rights abuses and potential war crimes committed by Turkish and proxy forces in Turkish-occupied northern Syria, according to a report released Thursday by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The 74-page report documents various abuses, including abductions, sexual violence and torture, by the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA) and Military Police. “Ongoing abuses including torture and enforced disappearances of those who live under Turkish authorit

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Some Rules Are Meant To Be Kept — See Also

Above The Law

Judge Denies Law Student's Cross-Examination Request: Can't customize everything. Who Sent You?: Be careful with who you refer. Texas Lawyer Finds Fun Way To Get Fired: What else did he expect from talking down to a judge using his firm's name ? More Money, New Record!: Top 20 firm hits 10th year of record revenue. Not Sure He Understands Law Or Sports: Lawyer compares bank robber to football stars.

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India Supreme Court upholds state public employment policy barring candidates with 2+ children

JURIST

The India Supreme Court on Thursday upheld a Rajasthan state law that provides for a two-child eligibility criterion for seeking public employment. The court held that the the Rajasthan Various Service (Amendment) Rules, 2001 , which bars candidates who have more than two children from seeking government jobs, is constitutional and non-discriminatory.

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OpenAI’s Board May Not Have Been Able To Do Anything About CEO’s ‘Lack Of Candor,’ But The SEC Might

Above The Law

Even self-professed good guys like Sam Altman are subject to securities law. The post OpenAI’s Board May Not Have Been Able To Do Anything About CEO’s ‘Lack Of Candor,’ But The SEC Might appeared first on Above the Law.

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Prep with Purpose: How to Build Better Trial Binders

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to master the art and science of trial preparation organization that top attorneys rely on in this exclusive webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk through proven systems for creating comprehensive trial notebooks and binders that transform scattered case materials into a powerful command center. Learning Objectives: Strategic Organization 📊 Learn the essential sections every trial notebook needs and how to structure them for maximum clarity and acce

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Ecuador presidential candidate assassination suspects to go to trial

JURIST

An Ecuadorian Criminal Guarantees judge determined on Wednesday that five suspects accused of the murder of former presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio will be called to trial. Villavicencio was assassinated in August 2023 while on the campaign trail. In August 2023, Villavicencio, former Ecuadorian congressman and journalist who focused on corruption issues, was assassinated while finishing a political campaign event just days before the elections in which he was running for the presid

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Court: Turning A Minor Parking Violation Into A String Of Rights Violations Is A Great Way To Lose Your Evidence

Above The Law

The Constitution would like a word. The post Court: Turning A Minor Parking Violation Into A String Of Rights Violations Is A Great Way To Lose Your Evidence appeared first on Above the Law.

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Japan prime minister apologizes over governing party’s corruption scandal

JURIST

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida attended a Parliamentary ethics hearing on Thursday, apologizing for his governing party’s corruption scandal and promising not to host any more fundraising parties during his leadership. The scandal involved individuals from three factions within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)—factions led respectively by the late former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and former LDP Secretary-General Toshihiro Nikai.

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Referring Clients Can Have Negative Consequences

Above The Law

The lawyer you send the client to could be so good that you lose the client. The post Referring Clients Can Have Negative Consequences appeared first on Above the Law.

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Research: The Anatomy of a Legal Brief

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.

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UK court finds Mozambique president cannot be sued in UK over bribery allegations

JURIST

Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi cannot be sued in English courts over allegations that he accepted unlawful bribery payments as part of Mozambique’s “tuna bond” scandal, according to a Thursday decision from the English Court of Appeal. The money laundering scheme nearly crashed Mozambique’s economy and embezzled individuals worldwide.

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Federal Judge Benchslaps Former Law Student: ‘This Isn’t A Game’

Above The Law

Judge is holding the line in his courtroom. The post Federal Judge Benchslaps Former Law Student: ‘This Isn’t A Game’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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How to Create Automatic Case Brief Templates

CARET Legal

One of the most time-consuming tasks for legal professionals is creating case briefs. However, with the right tools and strategies, this process can be significantly streamlined. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through creating automatic case brief templates in practice management software, using CARET Legal’s features to provide context.

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A&O Shearman Names Its First Global Leadership Team

Above The Law

A&O Shearman's new leaders are excited to take the reins at what's poised to become the third-largest firm in the world. The post A&O Shearman Names Its First Global Leadership Team appeared first on Above the Law.

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Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal

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!

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Deciphering the CCPA: Personal information and the right to be forgotten

OneLegal

CCPA allows consumers in California to determine information a business has about them and to opt out of uses of their personal information. For legal professionals, navigating CCPA is crucial. The post Deciphering the CCPA: Personal information and the right to be forgotten appeared first on One Legal.

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Maine Judge Rushes Solution To Lack Of Public Defenders

Above The Law

Anybody willing to move to Maine? The post Maine Judge Rushes Solution To Lack Of Public Defenders appeared first on Above the Law.

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How Firms Can Ensure Associate Gender Parity Lasts

Law 360

Among associates, women now outnumber men for the first time, but progress toward gender equality at the top of the legal profession remains glacially slow, and firms must implement time-tested solutions to ensure associates’ gender parity lasts throughout their careers, say Kelly Culhane and Nicole Joseph at Culhane Meadows.

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That’s A Badass Opening

Above The Law

That'll hook ya! The post That’s A Badass Opening appeared first on Above the Law.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

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