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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Share This Story! Everyone Loves Court, Right? An Overview of the Probate Process I n the realm of legal matters, few topics evoke as much trepidation and confusion as probate. Often viewed as a labyrinthine journey through courts and documents, the probate process can seem daunting to those unfamiliar with its intricacies. Yet, beneath the veil of complexity lies a structured system designed to navigate the distribution of assets and settle debts after someone passes away.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, urged on Wednesday for a “process of truth and healing” following the recent student protests and resignation of the prime minister in Bangladesh. During his visit to Bangladesh, the High Commissioner for Human Rights highlighted the need for accountability. He stated the importance of “truth-seeking processes, reparations for victims, initiatives to memorialize and preserve the history, and guarantees of non-recurrence.&#

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

“Anti-abortion activists ask justices to overrule ban on expressive activity outside clinics”: Kalvis Golde has this Petitions of the Week post at “SCOTUSblog.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Human rights organizations urged Burkina Faso on Wednesday to respect and promote the rights of human rights defenders in the country amid reports of increased abductions and forced military conscription. These organizations include the International Service for Human Rights (ISHR), Human Rights Watch, and Amnesty International. The organizations noted that human rights defenders have been arbitrarily arrested or forcefully conscripted since Burkina Faso’s military government took power in

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

“The Supreme Court Is Making People Fight For Marriage Equality Again; People don’t trust a post- Dobbs Supreme Court to protect their rights, so they’re trying to protect themselves”: Madiba K. Dennie has this post at Balls and Strikes.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

“Abortion politics draw money to once-sleepy state Supreme Court races; National groups are spending millions of dollars to shape high courts in states including Michigan, Montana and Ohio”: Patrick Svitek of The Washington Post has this report. And Nate Raymond of Reuters reports that “ Battles over abortion access fuel US state supreme court races.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Students should not consider attending law school merely because a law degree can lead to a stable income. The post Many Law School Applicants Should Consider Careers In Finance appeared first on Above the Law.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

“Undated mail ballots won’t be counted in next week’s election, Pa. Supreme Court rules; In a scathing opinion, one justice chastised Commonwealth Court for elevating the issue so close to Election Day”: Jeremy Roebuck and Katie Bernard of The Philadelphia Inquirer have this report. Today’s ruling of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania consisted of a per curiam order and two concurring statements ( here and here ).

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

From the better-be-doing-right-before-you-complain-about-your-rights dept The post 4th Circuit Shoots Down ‘Unite The Right’ Protester’s Attempt To Turn The Consequences Of His Own Actions Into A Constitutional Violation appeared first on Above the Law.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

“The Campaign against Justice Gorsuch’s New Book Is an Embarrassment; An effort to discredit Justice Gorsuch is overhyped and misleading”: Dan McLaughlin has this essay online at National Review.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In a coincidence of timing that reflects how legal professionals are wrestling with issues around generative artificial intelligence, the supreme courts of Delaware and Georgia issued orders within a day of each other last week relating to the use of AI in the courts and by legal professionals. On Oct.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

“The Conservative Strategy to Ban Abortion Nationwide: A local referendum in Texas is part of a long-term effort to block abortions through the courts.” Rachel Monroe has this Letter from the Southwest online at The New Yorker.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The Biglaw firm’s new location in the Mile High City will be its thirteenth office worldwide. The post Vinson & Elkins Opens Its Doors In Denver, Hoping To Cash In On Corporate Clients appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

“A Texas Judge’s Fight to Keep a High Profile Case Out of His Court; A battle over a new rule to limit credit card late fees has spiraled into a larger skirmish about how much power litigants should have to maneuver their cases into friendly courtrooms”: Stacy Cowley of The New York Times has this report.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

He's very passionate about his high school. The post Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance On School Board Issue, Gets Admonished For His Efforts appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Legal department hires and changes during the month of pumpkins and goblins included new roles for top attorneys with Nike, a high-profile appointment at Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. and a promotion to CEO for the general counsel at UnitedLex.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Sometimes gambits work. The post Musk Gets Tossed Back To PA State Court In Lottery Case, Just In Time For Election appeared first on Above the Law.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

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SCOTUSBlog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Friday morning read: US Supreme Court girds for rush of election-related litigation (Andrew Chung, Reuters) Thousands of ballots are at stake as the Supreme Court considers Pennsylvania voting rules (Marc Meredith & Michael Morse, NBC News) Supreme Court rejects Cornel West’s last-ditch bid for PA voter recognition (Maureen Groppe, USA Today) South Carolina to execute Ric

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Does your state have a law giving workers time off to vote? The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Employment Law And Election Day appeared first on Above the Law.

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LLRX

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Artificial Intelligence and Unconscious Bias Risk – Elizabeth Sweetland reviews: Meredith Broussard, More than a Glitch: Confronting Race, Gender, and Ability Bias in Tech (MIT Press 2023). 248 Pages. Available from MIT Press, Barnes and Noble and Amazon 2024. Trump’s Election Lawyers Must Heed Their Ethical Duties – Attorneys Stephen Marcus and Bruce Kuhlik discuss the.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

It's the small steps and the individual moments that create the most memorable experiences. The post Conquering Conferences: Enjoying Small Victories appeared first on Above the Law.

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Conflict of Laws

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Guest Blog: Rethinking Private International Law Education – Insights from a Global Webinar Written by: Corinna Chen (CAPLUS research intern, 2024, Sydney Law School, Australia) Private international law (PIL) plays a critical role in shaping how future legal professionals and citizens engage with a complex, interconnected world. On 23 September 2024, the University of Sydney Law School hosted a webinar event in collaboration with the American Society of International Law (ASIL), Professor Xandr

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Because size matters in the legal profession. Which are the largest law firms in the EU? You may be surprised by how many are U.S.-based. The post The 30 Largest Law Firms In Europe (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.

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SCOTUSBlog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Share The Petitions of the Week column highlights some of the cert petitions recently filed in the Supreme Court. A list of all petitions we’re watching is available here. In its 2000 decision in Hill v. Colorado , the Supreme Court upheld a Colorado law enacted to prevent groups or individuals who oppose abortion from protesting, handing out materials, or speaking to patients, doctors, or staff outside of medical facilities that offer the procedure.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This is getting terrifying! Send us four words to scare a lawyer by SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, at 11:59 PM. The post The Best Way To Scare A Lawyer, Using Only 4 Words appeared first on Above the Law.

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

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