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Managing Stress: 6 Steps to Becoming a Healthier Lawyer

Attorney at Work

The pressure of being a lawyer takes its toll on your health and happiness. Here are a few tips for managing stress and learning to focus on your health first. Table of contents Preventing the Trainwreck: 6 Steps for Managing Stress and Health 1. Establish Your Baseline 2. Become Body Aware 3. Make Good Food Choices 4. Step Up Your Exercise Routine 5.

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Myanmar dispatch: what is happening in Myanmar, or where do you stand on the Rohingya, NUG?

JURIST

Myanmar law students are reporting for JURIST on challenges to the rule of law in their country under the military junta that deposed the civilian government of Aung San Suu Kyi in February 2021. Here, one of our correspondents comments on an apology by a senior NUG spokesman for comments he made about the Rohingya while he was a representative of the Myanmar civilian government in 2017.

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Nina Totenberg’s early life, NPR legacy and friendship with the Notorious RBG

ABA Journal

In this special two-part episode of the Modern Law Library , Lee Rawles speaks with Lisa Napoli, author of Susan, Linda, Nina & Cokie: The Extraordinary…

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Ron DeSantis Accused Of Abusing Federal Funds And Jonathan Turley Is Right There To Offer Argle-Bargle Analysis

Above The Law

Big day in 'abusing COVID funds' news. The post Ron DeSantis Accused Of Abusing Federal Funds And Jonathan Turley Is Right There To Offer Argle-Bargle Analysis appeared first on Above the Law.

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Prep with Purpose: How to Build Better Trial Binders

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to master the art and science of trial preparation organization that top attorneys rely on in this exclusive webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk through proven systems for creating comprehensive trial notebooks and binders that transform scattered case materials into a powerful command center. Learning Objectives: Strategic Organization 📊 Learn the essential sections every trial notebook needs and how to structure them for maximum clarity and acce

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Everything, Everywhere, All At Once: Lead Tracking Can Be for Anything Now

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

With the ubiquity of cloud software and sophistication in legal marketing on the rise, there is not a single thing you can’t track as a law firm, when it comes to marketing. First off, every web marketing campaign, from SEO to social media ads, come with identifiable criteria, that allows attorneys to track for ‘lead sources’, as well as for specific marketing campaigns.

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Ginni Thomas Will Finally Answer Questions About Her Post-2020 Election Work

Above The Law

Wonder what else Ginni was up to after the 2020 election. The post Ginni Thomas Will Finally Answer Questions About Her Post-2020 Election Work appeared first on Above the Law.

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Racial Disparities in State Prisons Decline: Report

The Crime Report

New research released by the Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ) shows that the gap between Black and white state imprisonment rates narrowed significantly over the last two decades, reversing a long-lasting trend, with drug crimes driving the decrease. According to the report released Thursday, Black adults were imprisoned in state correctional facilities just under five times the rate of white adults in 2020—a 40 percent drop from two decades ago, when Blacks were imprisoned at 8.2 times the ra

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State Supreme Court Orders Bar Examiners To Knock Off The Nonsense

Above The Law

Protectionism earns a rebuke. The post State Supreme Court Orders Bar Examiners To Knock Off The Nonsense appeared first on Above the Law.

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Common to Contrary Belief, People Like Talkative Strangers

LegalReader

People would prefer for those to talk more in conversations, studies show.

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Research: The Anatomy of a Legal Brief

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.

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Mike Lindell And Alan Dershowitz Sue FBI For Unconstitutional Pillow Phone Violations

Above The Law

Things can get stupider. And they probably will. The post Mike Lindell And Alan Dershowitz Sue FBI For Unconstitutional Pillow Phone Violations appeared first on Above the Law.

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India government publishes draft telecommunications law for public consultation

JURIST

The India Ministry of Communications Thursday initiated a public consultation process for its proposed Indian Telecommunications Bill. The bill would allow regulation of internet-based communication services operating in India and seeks to repeal and consolidate the Indian Telegraph Act, the Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act and the Telegraph Wires (Unlawful Protection) Act.

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Some Clients Like The Trappings Of A Larger Law Firm

Above The Law

Some clients like to know that law firms have a solid office, a strong workforce, and other attributes that help them feel like they are dealing with a robust operation that has the resources necessary to complete any given task. The post Some Clients Like The Trappings Of A Larger Law Firm appeared first on Above the Law.

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In-house lawyer will be eligible for parole at 81 after conviction for fatal car collision

ABA Journal

A 51-year-old Atlanta-area lawyer was convicted of murder Tuesday for hitting a man with his Mercedes in what prosecutors alleged was a fit of rage.

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Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal

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!

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AHA: Legislative action needed to prevent MA plans from harming Medicare beneficiaries

Above The Law

AHA’s report comes after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act, which would establish several requirements for the prior authorization process under MA plans. But AHA believes additional action is needed by the government.

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“DOJ strikes deal with Newton judge charged with helping immigrant evade ICE capture; The agreement allows for the dismissal of federal charges against Judge Shelley Joseph, though the case will be referred to the Massachusetts Commission on Judicial Conduct”

HowAppealing

“DOJ strikes deal with Newton judge charged with helping immigrant evade ICE capture; The agreement allows for the dismissal of federal charges against Judge Shelley Joseph, though the case will be referred to the Massachusetts Commission on Judicial Conduct”: Shelley Murphy of The Boston Globe has this report. The post “DOJ strikes deal with Newton judge charged with helping immigrant evade ICE capture; The agreement allows for the dismissal of federal charges against Judge Sh

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Torn Between Wanting To Save The Environment And Getting That Cool Esquire Honorific? Fear Not, Learned Green Thumb.

Above The Law

We're like two years from schools marketing their robust cannabis law curriculum. Just hang in there. The post Torn Between Wanting To Save The Environment And Getting That Cool Esquire Honorific? Fear Not, Learned Green Thumb. appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Politics has no place on the Michigan Supreme Court, candidates say”

HowAppealing

“Politics has no place on the Michigan Supreme Court, candidates say”: Arpan Lobo of The Detroit Free Press has this report. The post “Politics has no place on the Michigan Supreme Court, candidates say” appeared first on How Appealing.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base

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Safety First! New Arizona Law Gives Motorists Room To Get Ahead

Above The Law

Motorists moving to the front of the queue should still remain cautious of blue shells. The post Safety First! New Arizona Law Gives Motorists Room To Get Ahead appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Adnan Syed’s Accidental Justice: His exoneration shows the legal system is designed to cement wrongful convictions, not correct them.”

HowAppealing

“Adnan Syed’s Accidental Justice: His exoneration shows the legal system is designed to cement wrongful convictions, not correct them.” Law professor Lara Bazelon has this essay online at New York magazine. The post “Adnan Syed’s Accidental Justice: His exoneration shows the legal system is designed to cement wrongful convictions, not correct them.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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New California Law Advances Embryo Donation By Baby Steps

Above The Law

Embryo donors, recipients, and the resulting children are each a little more protected by the state's efforts. The post New California Law Advances Embryo Donation By Baby Steps appeared first on Above the Law.

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“The United States Supreme Court and American Democracy: View of three journalists.”

HowAppealing

“The United States Supreme Court and American Democracy: View of three journalists.” UCLA School of Law has posted this video on YouTube featuring Joan Biskupic , Adam Liptak , and Dahlia Lithwick , with law professor Richard L. Hasen as moderator. The post “The United States Supreme Court and American Democracy: View of three journalists.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

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?

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Dueling Speeches Spice Up Supreme Court Offseason

Above The Law

And we speak of mermaids and copyrights. The post Dueling Speeches Spice Up Supreme Court Offseason appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Both sides in Yeshiva lawsuit agree to stay; Stay will allow University to continue appeal without threat of sanctions”

HowAppealing

“Both sides in Yeshiva lawsuit agree to stay; Stay will allow University to continue appeal without threat of sanctions”: Becket has posted this news release online today. The post “Both sides in Yeshiva lawsuit agree to stay; Stay will allow University to continue appeal without threat of sanctions” appeared first on How Appealing.

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A Historic Replacement For Ketanji Brown Jackson On The D.C. Circuit

Above The Law

The judge will add more diversity to the appellate bench. The post A Historic Replacement For Ketanji Brown Jackson On The D.C. Circuit appeared first on Above the Law.

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“First, Smear All the Lawyers; David Enrich casts my firm in a false light and argues some clients don’t deserve representation”

HowAppealing

“First, Smear All the Lawyers; David Enrich casts my firm in a false light and argues some clients don’t deserve representation”: Kevyn Orr will have this op-ed in Thursday’s edition of The Wall Street Journal. The post “First, Smear All the Lawyers; David Enrich casts my firm in a false light and argues some clients don’t deserve representation” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

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.