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How Legal Education Must Evolve In The Age Of AI: Insights From An In-House Legal Innovator

Above The Law

Traditional legal education has remained largely unchanged for decades, focusing heavily on theoretical knowledge and case law analysis. The post How Legal Education Must Evolve In The Age Of AI: Insights From An In-House Legal Innovator appeared first on Above the Law.

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Canada report urges reparations for ‘systemic disappearance’ of Indigenous children

JURIST

Canada’s Office of the Special Interlocutor on Tuesday concluded that the government committed systemic disappearance to Indigenous children who died and were buried at residential schools. Kimberly Murray outlined 42 legal, moral and ethical obligations for governments, churches, and other institutions to address the dark chapter in Canadian history.

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Sam Alito Got Knighted… Just Like The Founding Fathers EXPLICITLY MADE UNCONSTITUTIONAL

Above The Law

It turns out Sam Alito hates the Constitution as much as you thought he did. The post Sam Alito Got Knighted… Just Like The Founding Fathers EXPLICITLY MADE UNCONSTITUTIONAL appeared first on Above the Law.

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UN commission concludes Russia committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine

JURIST

The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine concluded on Tuesday that Russian authorities have committed torture as a crime against humanity in Ukraine. The commission’s report confirmed that torture practices were widespread in all Ukrainian provinces under Russian control and in Russia’s detention facilities. The commission collected testimonies from civilians who had been detained in Ukraine and prisoners of war who had been detained in Russia.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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“Abortion Rights Are on Every Swing-State Ballot Come Tuesday”

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“Abortion Rights Are on Every Swing-State Ballot Come Tuesday”: Law professors David S. Cohen , Greer Donley , and Rachel Rebouche have this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate.

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“Walmart Lands Supreme Court Litigator as Lead Appellate Counsel; Charles Dameron recruited after six years in private practice; Retail giant adds former Supreme Court lawyer to legal team”

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“Walmart Lands Supreme Court Litigator as Lead Appellate Counsel; Charles Dameron recruited after six years in private practice; Retail giant adds former Supreme Court lawyer to legal team”: Brian Baxter of Bloomberg Law has this report (subscription required for full access).

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Fundraising for abortion rights amendments raise more than $160M across 9 US states

JURIST

A report released Wednesday by the Associated Press (AP) showed groups supporting constitutional amendments for abortion rights in nine states have raised more than $160 million. The amount raised by pro-choice groups exceeded their opponents by six-to-one. Florida represented the majority of the money raised nationally. Proponents of Amendment 4 , which would prohibit the state from enacting any law that “prohibit[s], penalize[s], delay[s], or restrict[s] abortion before viability or when

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“Friend bought you a ticket to the big game? You still have to arbitrate, says US appeals court.”

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“Friend bought you a ticket to the big game? You still have to arbitrate, says US appeals court.” Alison Frankel’s “On the Case” from Reuters has this post.

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Situation of refugees in Cyprus sparks EU human rights commissioner concern

JURIST

Michael O’Flaherty, the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights , expressed his concerns in a letter published on Wednesday, over the situation of migrants and asylum seekers within the UN-controlled buffer zone in Cyprus. He urged the Cypriot government to abide by its obligations under international law regarding migratory movements, not only within the buffer zone but also throughout all the areas under the jurisdiction of the Republic of Cyprus.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

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“ATF Hands Judges Loaded Weapons — And Lessons to Ponder on Bench”

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“ATF Hands Judges Loaded Weapons — And Lessons to Ponder on Bench”: Jacqueline Thomsen has this new installment of her “Elevated Take” column online at Bloomberg Law.

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Ghana Supreme Court denies application to reinstate Parliament speaker’s ruling declaring 4 seats vacantts

JURIST

Ghana’s Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected the Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin’s call for the court to set aside its earlier ruling which suspended the speaker’s decision on October 17 to declare four Parliament seats vacant. The court’s ruling, as delivered by Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, stated it is a basic principle of law in the Ghanaian legal system that the Supreme Court has exclusive jurisdiction arising from Articles 2 and 130(1) of the Constitution to interpret an

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“Injured Football Fans Face Arbitration Over Negligence Claims; Contract’s existence a ‘precondition’ to enforce arbitration; Team reliance on purchaser’s agency ‘reasonable,’ court finds”

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“Injured Football Fans Face Arbitration Over Negligence Claims; Contract’s existence a ‘precondition’ to enforce arbitration; Team reliance on purchaser’s agency ‘reasonable,’ court finds”: Sam Skolnik of Bloomberg Law has this report (subscription required for full access) on a ruling that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit issued Tuesday in a case involving Philadelphia Eagles fans injured while attending a Washington Commander game.

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Amnesty International urges Mozambique authorities to end post-election assault on protests

JURIST

Amnesty International called on Mozambican authorities to end attacks on protesters and journalists during nationwide demonstrations after it was announced that Daniel Chapo and the ruling party Frente de Libertação de Moçambique won the country’s general elections on October 9. Khanyo Farisè, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, said: Mozambique’s authorities must immediately halt their escalating assault on the rights to freedom of expression an

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegals Playbook

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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“Justices Cause Confusion With No Voting Purge Ruling Explanation; Divided Supreme Court allows Virginia voter purges; Unexplained ruling leaves voting advocates confused”

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“Justices Cause Confusion With No Voting Purge Ruling Explanation; Divided Supreme Court allows Virginia voter purges; Unexplained ruling leaves voting advocates confused”: Kimberly Strawbridge Robinson of Bloomberg Law has this report.

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UNODC outlines plan to combat corruption within Indonesia Palm Oil Industry

JURIST

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) set out on Wednesday to work directly with Indonesia’s Palm Oil Industry in order to combat corruption in the country. This comes after the UNODC organized a workshop to bring together different private and public actors, such as the Indonesian Palm Oil Association and the National Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).

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“Election Lawsuits Are Piling Up. How Worried Should You Be? Nearly 200 voting-related cases have churned ahead this year. But not all of them will make a difference.”

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“Election Lawsuits Are Piling Up. How Worried Should You Be? Nearly 200 voting-related cases have churned ahead this year. But not all of them will make a difference.” Law professor Noah Feldman has this essay online at Bloomberg Opinion.

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ChatGPT Exec Says AI Will Replace $2000/Hr Paralegals… Who Wants To Tell Her?

Above The Law

Tell me you don't understand this industry without telling me you don't understand this industry. The post ChatGPT Exec Says AI Will Replace $2000/Hr Paralegals… Who Wants To Tell Her? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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“Holding Sonia Sotomayor Hostage; Senator Richard Shelby’s power play on Ed Carnes nomination”

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“Holding Sonia Sotomayor Hostage; Senator Richard Shelby’s power play on Ed Carnes nomination”: Ed Whelan has this post at his “Confirmation Tales” Substack site.

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New York City Bar Association Combats Misinformation This Election Season

Above The Law

Bar association is helping to keep folks informed this election. The post New York City Bar Association Combats Misinformation This Election Season appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Second Circuit Holds for the Government in Halkbank Remand”

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“Second Circuit Holds for the Government in Halkbank Remand”: Ingrid (Wuerth) Brunk has this post at the “Transnational Litigation Blog.” Also at that blog, Zachary D. Clopton has a related post titled “ Halkbank and the ‘Unitary’ Executive.” You can access last week’s ruling of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit at this link.

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Will Generative AI Actually Expand Access To Justice?

Above The Law

Generative AI has the potential to transform the legal landscape -- not by replacing lawyers but by enabling them to work more efficiently. The post Will Generative AI Actually Expand Access To Justice? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Enhance Your Legal Document Translations with The Ultimate Comprehensive Checklist

Are you a paralegal professional aiming to elevate your practice and ensure impeccable translation of every legal document you handle? Cesco’s Legal Document Translation Checklist is your ultimate guide to achieving excellence. Learn how to prepare for translation by identifying your audience and selecting qualified translators. Simplify and review documents to ensure clarity and consistency.

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Artificial Intelligence and Unconscious Bias Risk

LLRX

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.

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What DOJ's New National Security Obsession Means For Attys

Law 360

The Justice Department’s emerging criminal crackdown on corporate national security violations is putting increased pressure on white collar lawyers to be conversant, if not experts, on opaque, complex and swiftly evolving regulations.

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Insurance Defense Counsel: Who is the Client?

ALPS

One of the scariest trends we have seen at ALPS is the increasing prevalence of insurance carriers suing defense counsel hired to defend the carriers’ insureds. Every attorney reading this is likely familiar with the tri-partite relationship between a liability insurance carrier, its insured, and a defense counsel hired by the carrier. While this concept likely first appeared soon after companies in the United States began offering liability insurance in the late 19th century, in recent years ma

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Netherlands court increases overcrowding penalty for asylum seeker housing agency

JURIST

A Dutch court ordered the Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) to pay the municipality of Westerwolde 50,000 euros per day its Ter Apel asylum seeker reception center exceeds 2,000 occupants, local media reported Wednesday. The potential penalty could reach up to 5 million euros in total. The COA reported that its main reason for exceeding the limit of 2000 people is due to the delay in the availability of new locations and the increase in the number of temporary asylees who

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How to Navigate Revenue and Expense Management: Competitive Insights for Financial Success

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

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!