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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SCOTUSBlog
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Share The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to stop the execution of Robert Roberson, who was scheduled to be killed by lethal injection in Texas Thursday night for the 2002 death of his two-year-old daughter, Nikki. Prosecutors had argued that Nikki suffered from shaken baby syndrome, a diagnosis for certain brain injuries that has since been questioned.
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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SCOTUSBlog
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Thursday morning read: ‘Shaken baby’ death row inmate Robert Roberson turns to Supreme Court to halt his execution (Kiara Alfonseca & Devin Dwyer, ABC News) EPA foes lost Supreme Court bid to stop carbon rule. The fight isn’t over.
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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.
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
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.
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…
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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?
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
A federal judge considering a proposed plea agreement between Boeing and the U.S.
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.
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.
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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.
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
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.
JURIST
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on the Tanzanian government on Wednesday to address the increasing human rights violations ahead of local elections in mainland Tanzania scheduled for November 27, 2024. The country has recently witnessed several instances of arbitrarily arrested opposition supporters and the extrajudicial killing of at least eight government critics.
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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.
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
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.
ALPS
OCTOBER 17, 2024
ALPS recently surveyed legal industry professionals to learn more about how solo and small firm lawyers feel about the use of generative AI in the practice of law. We thought it would be fun to share their responses along with a concluding summary of takeaways. The "TLDR" is that while most private practitioners remain wary of the risks surrounding certain applications of generative AI, this tool is also a fantastic resource for small firms, when used appropriately.
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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.
Law 360
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Numerous companies and industry groups have said they welcome the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's new guidance on when inventions involving artificial intelligence are eligible for patents, but many urged the agency to provide additional clarity and practical examples.
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.
Patently O
OCTOBER 17, 2024
by Dennis Crouch Starting with my 2017 article chastising the Federal Circuit for its R.36 practice, dozens of parties have challenged the Federal Circuit's ongoing habit of regularly issuing a large number of no-opinion judgments. So far, the Federal Circuit has refused to address any of the legal process complaints - favoring silent efficiency over transparency.
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