Paralegal Bootcamp
JULY 15, 2024
Watch the video interview Key Takeaways Paralegals should not sit this one out and wait to see what happens with AI. Learn it now to future-proof your career. You can start to learn how to use AI for personal use now, so that when your organization is ready to adopt it, you will already be comfortable using it. Common sense is the key to getting the most out of ChatGPT and other AI tools.
Attorney at Work
JULY 15, 2024
Marin McCall | Four questions to ask before launching a social media account for your legal practice. The post Should My Law Firm be on TikTok? 4 Questions to Ask Before Adopting Any Social Media Platform appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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JURIST
JULY 15, 2024
The Parliament of Gambia voted Monday to maintain a 2015 ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) by rejecting a controversial bill which sought to reverse the prohibition and legalize the practice of female circumcision. The Women’s (Amendment) Bill 2024, introduced in March 2024, aimed to repeal the ban and introduce the option of “consent” for women who wish to undergo FGM as part of their culture or religion.
ABA Journal
JULY 15, 2024
Litigators in the national’s capital outpaced all other litigators on billing rates in 2023, according to a recent survey from the National Association of Legal…
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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
JULY 15, 2024
The digital health fundraising market seems to be truly normalizing following the highs and lows of the pandemic, according to market research. During the first half of this year, U.S. digital health startups raked in $5.7 billion across 266 deals. The post Digital Health’s Funding Rebound Is Going Well, Market Research Shows appeared first on MedCity News.
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Above The Law
JULY 15, 2024
This is the story. Of a precedent named Brady. The post Alec Baldwin Trial Ends On ‘Technicality’ Also Known As ‘Basic Constitutional Rights’ appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
JULY 15, 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
JULY 15, 2024
Will Justice Barrett turn out to be the Sandra Day O'Connor of our times on the Supreme Court? The post Amy Coney Barrett: ‘The Supreme Court Justice To Watch’ appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
JULY 15, 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.
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
JULY 15, 2024
He shares this resume line with another senator. The post J.D. Vance’s Biglaw Roots appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
JULY 15, 2024
Plaintiffs law firm Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman will not face sanctions after submitting fake claims as part of a billion-dollar settlement involving Visa and…
Above The Law
JULY 15, 2024
Hear how one attorney adjusted his client journey for the better. The post How Your Firm Can Automate The Work No One Wants To Do appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JULY 15, 2024
Israeli government ministers voted on Sunday to extend the mandatory military service in the IDF from 32 to 36 months for men. This government order determines the length for the coming eight years, leaving the ultra-orthodox community exempted from this military service. The government order, once the pre-determined eight years have lapsed, is to become invalid legislation and therefore return the military service required back to 32 months.
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
JULY 15, 2024
What an eight years! The post A.C.L.U. Looking For New Legal Director As David Cole Steps Down appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JULY 15, 2024
Law students and young lawyers in Afghanistan are reporting for JURIST on the situation there after the Taliban takeover. For privacy and security reasons, we are withholding the name of our correspondent filing this dispatch. The Taliban government’s recent enactment of the first-ever law governing Foreign Exchange Dealers (FXDs) and Money Service Providers (MSPs) in Afghanistan represents a seismic shift in the country’s financial landscape.
Above The Law
JULY 15, 2024
Say hello to the most prestigious law firms in Chicago. The post The Top Biglaw Firms In Chicago (2025) appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JULY 15, 2024
An Coimisiún Toghcháin (The Irish Electoral Commission) published a Referendum Report on Monday, recommending that the current broadcast moratorium that covers issues concerning a referendum should be removed from the guidelines for radio and television broadcasters before the next electoral event. The Report explained An Coimisiún Toghcháin’s role and functions in the Family and Care referendums held on March 8 this year and made recommendations for further improvements.
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Above The Law
JULY 15, 2024
New -- but smaller -- offices are the Biglaw hotness. The post Biglaw Finally Getting Its Act Together On Hybrid Work, Opting For Smaller Office Space appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
JULY 15, 2024
Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Monday morning read: On the Supreme Court, Amy Coney Barrett is unafraid to go her own way (Henry Gass, Christian Science Monitor) After Homelessness Ruling, Cities Weigh Whether to Clear Encampments (Shawn Hubler & Mike Baker, The New York Times) If They Meant It, Make Them Say It: Lower Courts Should Put Immunity Ruling to the Test (Rory Little, Law.c
Above The Law
JULY 15, 2024
Swing by Booth 400, where your tech adoption can catch up to your tech aspirations! The post Meet Me At ILTACON: Traveling Coaches, Legal Learning Innovators appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
JULY 15, 2024
“Making Sense of the Moody Opinions In NetChoice ; I think it is clear that Justice Alito lost the majority, but the resulting schizophrenic opinions still do not cohere”: Josh Blackman has this post at “The Volokh Conspiracy.
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?
Law 360
JULY 15, 2024
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. was hit with a proposed shareholder class action alleging it inflated share prices by concealing the lack of viability of its pharmacy division, which it eventually disclosed needed a major overhaul to become sustainable.
HowAppealing
JULY 15, 2024
“Opinionpalooza: This SCOTUS Decision Is Actually Even More Devastating Than We First Thought; While we were worrying about the blockbuster decision to overturn Chevron , the court decided a clutch of other cases that will supercharge the dismantling of government as we know it.” You can access the new episode of Slate’s “Amicus” podcast via this link.
Law 360
JULY 15, 2024
Hourly rates for partners, associates and support staff continued to rise in the first half of this year, and this growth shows no signs of slowing for the rest of 2024 and into next year, driven in part by the return of mergers and acquisitions and the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence, says Chuck Chandler at Valeo Partners.
HowAppealing
JULY 15, 2024
“Judicial Notice (07.14.24): ‘Scorching Prejudice’; Alec Baldwin’s ‘dream team,’ shocking allegations against a (former) federal judge, a juicy suit over law faculty hiring, and Paul Hastings’s latest big-name hire.” David Lat has this post at his “Original Jurisdiction” Substack site.
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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.
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