Law 360
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Generation Z associates bring unique perspectives and expectations to the workplace, so it’s imperative that supervising attorneys adapt their feedback approach in order to help young lawyers learn and grow — which is good for law firms, too, says Rachael Bosch at Fringe Professional Development.
JURIST
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney temporarily suspended a rule on Tuesday requiring paper ballots to be hand-counted in Georgia in the upcoming US federal election. The decision comes in an expedited bench trial following the parties’ emergency motions. The respondents in the case, the Georgia State Election Board (SEB), approved the hand-count rule in late September.
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Conflict of Laws
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The following information has been kindly provided by Zlaty Mihailova, Center for International Legal Cooperation (CILC). The EU-funded project PACE “Creating Privacy Awareness in Civil Enforcement” examines the intersection of civil enforcement and data protection and aims to contribute to the effective and coherent application of EU data protection law in civil enforcement procedures.
JURIST
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The UN Human Rights Committee (UNHRC) is set to review Pakistan’s human rights record this Thursday and Friday under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). According to Amnesty International (AI), the review “comes at a crucial time for the country, as human rights violations and abuses remain rampant.” The review is part of Pakistan’s obligations under the ICCPR, which the country ratified in 2010.
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Legal Writing Launch
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Creating a legal writing sample cover page can be daunting, especially when aiming to make a strong impression on potential employers. This ultimate guide delves into crafting an impeccable cover page for your legal writing sample. Whether preparing your first sample or refining an existing one, you will find valuable insights, tips, and examples to ensure your cover page is impressive.
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Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Citing new space-based threats, Rome and Washington pledge to work more closely in orbit and are paving the way for US space launches from Italian soil. The post Italy, US Space Cooperation Plan Includes Launch, Domain Awareness appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The Israeli Ministry for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism released a comprehensive report on Tuesday highlighting a significant surge in antisemitic incidents in Canada since the October 7 attacks on Israel in 2023. The report documents a 670 percent increase in antisemitic incidents in Canada compared to the same period last year. It also highlights that despite making up just 1.4 percent of the population, Jews have been the targets of 70 percent of religiously motivated hate crimes
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Nebraskan voters won yesterday. but it was still very shady. The post Nebraska Supreme Court Justice Compares Vote Stealing Executives To Patty & Selma appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Amnesty International, along with 14 other organizations, issued a complaint on Wednesday demanding the French Social Security Agency’s National Family Allowance Fund (CNAF) stop using a risk-scoring algorithmic system. The algorithm is used by the CNAF to flag overpayments and errors in benefit payments. This works with a scoring system, selecting individuals to be further investigated based on set criteria.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
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ABA Journal
OCTOBER 17, 2024
A New Hampshire Supreme Court justice has been indicted for allegedly trying to interfere with a criminal investigation of her husband.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Even early parenting has its challenges. The post DLA Piper Alleges Mom-To-Be Fired Because Of Her ‘Catastrophic Blunders’ appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 17, 2024
An Orlando, Florida, lawyer accused of client trust account violations has said she used some settlement funds during the COVID-19 pandemic to avoid becoming homeless…
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
You don't need evidence when you're just trying to sow distrust in the process. The post Former Biglaw Partner Is Back On Her Election Denying Bullsh*t appeared first on Above the Law.
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.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 17, 2024
A federal judge considering a proposed plea agreement between Boeing and the U.S.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
With years of experience both at a law firm and in-house, Justin shares some invaluable lessons on how to thrive as a lawyer in the crypto world. The post Navigating A Legal Career In Crypto: Insights From Justin Wales appeared first on Above the Law.
CARET Legal
OCTOBER 17, 2024
With the right legal invoicing software, you can say goodbye to law firm billing disputes and hello to smoother client interactions The way a law firm handles its finances can make or break its success. Efficient legal payment management isn’t just about keeping the books balanced – it’s about ensuring a steady cash flow, boosting client satisfaction, and freeing up time for what really matters: practicing law.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Standardized testing such as the bar exam is likely to stay, for better or for worse. The post An Analysis Of The California Supreme Court’s Decision To Reject A Proposal That Would Let Law Students Avoid Taking The Bar Examination appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Two public interest groups implored US Attorney General Merrick Garland and Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul on Tuesday to investigate anonymous text messages sent to young Wisconsin voters threatening civil penalties and jail time for violating state voting laws. The groups described the messages as attempts at voter intimidation. Free Speech for the People wrote a letter to the attorneys general on behalf of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
What will next year's data show? The post 2023’s Booming Hiring Market Had A Clear Demographic Skew appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) held that Russia violated Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights (convention) in a press release on Tuesday. The violation concerned the case of Gadzhiyev and Gostev, who were dismissed from their respective positions as policemen and metro workers, after voicing concerns about their respective industry practices.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Europe has proven more cautious about AI, but legal tech providers are meeting the regulatory challenge. The post DISCO Takes Cecilia AI Platform to EU and UK appeared first on Above the Law.
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?
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 17, 2024
“Charlie Adelson lawyer says conflicts that derailed mom’s trial ‘infected’ his trial too”: Jeff Burlew of The Tallahassee Democrat has this report.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The law school's clinics are getting comfortable in front of the High Court. The post This Law School Is Getting A Lot Of Supreme Experience appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 17, 2024
“This Ivy League Professor Accused of Racism Was Suspended. Now, She’s Fighting Back. The University of Pennsylvania found Amy Wax had a long history of unprofessional conduct; she says it’s protected speech.” Joseph De Avila of The Wall Street Journal has this report.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
* Biglaw's big billables slowing urge to reimagine pricing. [ Bloomberg Law News ] * DA launching a secret investigation into a judge based on conspiracy theories she found online just one of the reasons she's losing her law license. [ 9News ] * New records reveal that Judge O'Connor still holding a ton of Tesla stock as he presides over Elon Musk's case against Media Matters.
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