Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 9, 2024
This checklist will help you tidy up by the end of the year and give you a clear picture of your firm’s financial performance. The post Law Firm Financial Management: A 5-Step Checklist to Close Out the Year appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Irish Officials reported Tuesday to Politico that Russia had used its intelligence services to recruit an Irish Politician to act on their behalf in order to exploit tensions in the UK following Brexit. The politician who remains a sitting member of the Irish parliament, The Oireachtas, was recruited to be a ‘propaganda mole and emissary’ under the code name ‘ Cobalt.’ Their recruitment allegedly aimed at intensifying tensions between Britain and Ireland amidst Brexit.
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Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Last month, I kicked off our series on survival skills for lawyers, and stress by discussing emotional resilience, the ability to bounce back from the inevitable disappointments and obstacles encountered in practicing law. In this blog post, we’ll discuss essential stress management practices specifically tailored for lawyers and ways to deal with chronic stress.
JURIST
OCTOBER 9, 2024
A Russian missile hit a Palau-flagged vessel on Monday in Ukraine’s southern port of Odessa. One Ukrainian national was killed while five foreign nationals and ship’s crew members were injured. According to the head of Odessa’s Regional Military Administration, Oleh Kiper, the aggressor initially targeted the port infrastructure. The 60-year-old Ukrainian killed by a ballistic missile strike was an employee of a private cargo handling company.
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
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Brazil: 1 Angry Billionaire With A Weird Jump: -$44B The post Twitter Access Back In Brazil After Elon Caved And Paid $5M appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
As noted in Bob Woodward's new book, President Biden wasn't too thrilled with AG Garland over his son Hunter's prosecution. The post Joe Biden Is NOT A Fan Of Merrick Garland, New Book Says appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled on Tuesday that the prevention of reaching Cyprian territory and subsequent expulsion of two Syrian migrants violated multiple provisions of the European Convention on Human Rights. The judges unanimously found violations of Article 3 prohibiting torture and degrading treatment, Article 3 of the additional Protocol 4 prohibiting collective expulsion of migrants and Article 13 which enshrines the right to an effective remedy.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 9, 2024
A Connecticut lawyer has received a suspension for slapping another attorney in front of a courthouse and for a separate “destructive and harmful campaign of…
JURIST
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Rigathi Gachagua, Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya, faced an impeachment hearing Wednesday morning after the country’s National Assembly passed a motion for his removal. The motion for proposed removal was made Tuesday, alleging that the Gachagua violated multiple articles of the Kenyan Constitution, the Penal Code, and several Acts. It also listed multiple accusations of gross misconduct.
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
OCTOBER 9, 2024
If you thought that Big Pharma and the PBMs were the only bad guys in the saga of unreasonably high prescription drug prices in the United States, you would be wrong. Hear who else is to blame from the CEO of Blue Shield of California. The post Video: Besides, Pharma and PBMs, Who Drives Up Drug Costs? appeared first on MedCity News.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Can would-be law students use generative artificial intelligence programs, such as ChatGPT, to write admissions essays?
Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
SCOTUS predictions say the Fifth Circuit will be overturned in ghost guns case. The post The Fifth Circuit’s Jurisprudence Is Too Far Right Even For This Supreme Court appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 9, 2024
When I first came across the new Matlock offering staring Kathy Bates, I figured it would either be a reboot or a continuation of the original series, which starred Andy Griffith and ran from 1986 to 1995. However, the production team answered that question within the first few minutes of the pilot: 2024’s Matlock is kin to its predecessor only in name and genre.
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Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
When SFFA v. Harvard was first decided, we were flooded with what were effectively solidarity posts — Biglaw firms and universities sent out statements reaffirming their steadfast commitment to fostering diversity no matter what the Supreme Court decided. Then the lawsuits happened. Since then, big-name firms like Morrison Foerster skipped the courtroom and decided to […] The post The ABA Really Doesn’t Want To Get Sued By Blum & Co. appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The ABA updated the description of its Judicial Clerkship Program after a conservative group alleged that the language indicated that the association used racial “quotas”…
Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The AGs say they're doing it for the children. The post These State Attorneys General Are Coming After TikTok appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The US Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Tuesday regarding whether a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) regulation that requires gun parts sold for home assembly to have serial numbers is within the scope of a law that allows the federal government to impose background checks, record-keeping and serial number requirements on firearm sellers.
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?
Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
No. You aren't too good to sit for a deposition. The post Federal Judges Push Back On Self-Importance Of CEOs appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 9, 2024
In a scoop any journalist would envy, the ABA Crossroads Caucus welcomed professor Jonathan Turley to the first-ever public event to discuss his new book,…
Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Why not? The post Judge Decides To Just Make Up The Rules As She Goes Along appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Most—though not all—of the 13 short stories in Company deal with members of the Collins family.
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Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
'Thanks again for having us to the state fair,' Vassar purrs into the microphone. 'We appreciate this.' The post Phil Vassar Is A State Fair Legend And I Hereby Demand His Induction Into The Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The Viasna Human Rights Centre in Belarus reported on Monday that the prison term of Yuras Zyankovich, a Belarusian American lawyer, has been extended by two, bringing his sentence to a total of 13 and a half years, amid Belarus’ suppression of political opposition. Zyankovich was detained and arrested in Moscow on April 13, 2021, for allegedly planning to overthrow Belarus’ government, which included the attempted assassination of President Alexander Lukashenko, in the Conspirator Case.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Use this time wisely to create a spectacular costume. We can't wait to see it! The post Get Ready: ATL’s Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest Will Be Here Soon appeared first on Above the Law.
EvidenceProf Blog
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Federal Rule of Evidence 609(b) provides as follows: (b) Limit on Using the Evidence After 10 Years. This subdivision (b) applies if more than 10 years have passed since the witness’s conviction or release from confinement for it, whichever is.
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