Fri.Nov 22, 2024

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Human rights deteriorated globally in 2024, watchdog reports

JURIST

Global human rights deteriorated sharply in 2024, with more than 60% of countries receiving failing grades in an annual watchdog report released Thursday, reflecting what researchers called a “systemic breakdown” in protections for basic freedoms worldwide. The Global Rights Project’s (GRIP) second annual assessment found just 18% of nations achieved A or B ratings, with Nordic countries dominating top positions.

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Managing Holiday Stress: A Guide for Lawyers

Attorney at Work

Jamie Spannhake | Setting limits doesn’t make you less dedicated; it allows you to recharge so you can be at your best. The post Managing Holiday Stress: A Guide for Lawyers appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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US Congress advances controversial bill giving Treasury power to revoke nonprofit status of ‘terrorist supporting organizations’

JURIST

Against the backdrop of abuse-of-power warnings from leading civil rights groups, the US House of Representatives on Thursday passed a bill that, if enacted, would grant the Treasury Secretary the discretion to designate certain nonprofits as “terrorist supporting organizations” and thus strip their tax-exempt status. The so-called Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act defines a “terrorist supporting organization” as an organization the Treasury

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Justices dismiss Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data breach dispute

SCOTUSBlog

Share This morning the justices dismissed Facebook v. Amalgamated Bank as “improvidently granted” – that is, without issuing a ruling on the merits, and instead signaling that it was a mistake to grant review. The brief unsigned order leaves in place a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit that allowed a securities fraud class action against Meta to go forward on the theory that Facebook’s disclosures improperly downplayed the risks of a data breach to shareholders.

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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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COP29 climate finance proposal sparks criticism from climate activists

JURIST

The Presidency of the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) on Friday released a draft financial plan, calling on developed countries to jointly mobilize $250 billion per year by 2035 to support developing countries in addressing climate change. However, the proposed deal faced widespread criticism from various groups for being inadequate and inefficient.

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US indicts Indian billionaire and associates for concealing bribery scheme from US investors

JURIST

A New York federal court Thursday indicted Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and other executives of his renewable energy company. The charges include conspiracy to commit securities and wire fraud and substantive securities fraud in a multi-billion USD scheme to obtain funds from US investors and global financial institutions on the basis of false and misleading statements.

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“Supreme Court drops review of Meta, shareholder brawl over data breach disclosures; Only weeks after hearing oral arguments, the high court let a lower court ruling favoring shareholders stand”

HowAppealing

“Supreme Court drops review of Meta, shareholder brawl over data breach disclosures; Only weeks after hearing oral arguments, the high court let a lower court ruling favoring shareholders stand”: Kelsey Reichmann of Courthouse News Service has this report. You can access today’s per curiam decision of the U.S. Supreme Court dismissing review as having been improvidently granted at this link.

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Thailand court’s dismissal of spyware misuse lawsuit spurs international concern

JURIST

Amnesty International on Thursday condemned a Thai court’s dismissal of a spyware misuse lawsuit against NSO Group Technologies, claiming the court’s decision was an “alarming setback.” The rights group said: The court’s failure to recognize NSO Group’s role in facilitating human rights abuses via the targeting of Thai human rights defenders with Pegasus spyware is deeply alarming.

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Biglaw Firms Flaunted Funds This Friday! — See Also

Above The Law

Lots Of Biglaw Matching To Go Around!: Davis Polk , Weil , White & Case , and Skadden ! Boutique Firms Take Care Of Their Associates Too!: Check out Holwell Shuster & Goldberg ! Unlimited Doesn't Mean What You Thought It Meant: Apparently it refers to a real number south of 25,000 miles. We Have A Winner!: Congratulations to the victor of our 15th annual Legally Themed Halloween Contest !

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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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Tired of Juggling Multiple Tools to Manage Your Law Firm?

Attorney at Work

Product Spotlight | CosmoLex NextGen is designed for attorney-operated firms who need a seamless, end-to-end practice management solution. The post Tired of Juggling Multiple Tools to Manage Your Law Firm? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Virtual Workshop (in English) on December 3: Stéphanie Francq on “Overriding Mandatory Rules in Family Matters and Personal Status, Are Belgians the Only Ones?”

Conflict of Laws

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, the Hamburg Max Planck Institute will host its monthly virtual workshop Current Research in Private International Law at 2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. (CET). Professor Stéphanie Francq ( UCLouvain ) will speak, in English , about the topic “Overriding Mandatory Rules in Family Matters and Personal Status, Are Belgians the Only Ones?

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The New Administration: A Boon for Investigative Journalism

LLRX

This commentary by Michael Ravnitzky is a call to action as he states that the upcoming four years present a critical period for diligent and fearless investigative reporting, ensuring that the administration's actions are thoroughly examined and the public remains well-informed.

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Rudy Giuliani Is Back On His B t, This Time With A New Lawyer

Above The Law

Sure, unleash some Staten Island divorce guy on an already pissed off federal judge. This will work out GREAT. The post Rudy Giuliani Is Back On His B t, This Time With A New Lawyer appeared first on Above the Law.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

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.

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Employment Authority: D.C. Bathroom Angst Fizzles At Work

Law 360

Law360 Employment Authority covers the biggest employment cases and trends. Catch up this week with coverage on why experts say conservative federal lawmakers' campaigns to ban transgender people from bathrooms that match their gender identity isn't translating in the workplace, how a ban on the arbitration of sexual misconduct claims is affecting wage and hour law and why the National Labor Relations Board is struggling to keep up with its case load.

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Ketanji Brown Jackson Gushes About Doing ‘Better’ Than Matt Damon During Undergrad Drama Class

Above The Law

This is just so cute. We love adorable SCOTUS stories like this. The post Ketanji Brown Jackson Gushes About Doing ‘Better’ Than Matt Damon During Undergrad Drama Class appeared first on Above the Law.

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How to ensure your legal team is well-prepared for the shifting privacy landscape

ABA Journal

From the recently introduced American Privacy Rights Act—which proposes new federal consumer privacy standards—to numerous state-level bills, to recent and impending artificial intelligence legislation, the…

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Hertz Continues To Be Hertz, Threatens Customer With Arrest For Using Too Many Of His ‘Unlimited’ Miles

Above The Law

From the aggressively-pursuing-worst-customer-service-award dept. The post Hertz Continues To Be Hertz, Threatens Customer With Arrest For Using Too Many Of His ‘Unlimited’ Miles appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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2024 Year in Review: Integrated legal AI and more effective case management

ABA Journal

This year was one of confounding contradictions.

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New Hotness In Company Directors? Cybersecurity Experience.

Above The Law

It's valuable experience. The post New Hotness In Company Directors? Cybersecurity Experience. appeared first on Above the Law.

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“False Federalist Society Denials About Supporting Nominees for Public Office and Why It Matters”

HowAppealing

“False Federalist Society Denials About Supporting Nominees for Public Office and Why It Matters”: Eric Segall has this blog post at “Dorf on Law.

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Skadden Announces Bonuses, And Throws In Extra Cash For Its Most Senior Associates

Above The Law

This is an excellent way to recognize the firm's most experienced attorneys. Congratulations! The post Skadden Announces Bonuses, And Throws In Extra Cash For Its Most Senior Associates appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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“Some thoughts on the Ho-Thapar debate on federal judicial clerkship boycotts”

HowAppealing

“Some thoughts on the Ho-Thapar debate on federal judicial clerkship boycotts”: Derek T. Muller has this post at his “Excess of Democracy” blog.

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Judges Don’t Always Act As A Rubber Stamp

Above The Law

The ways of the courts are not always exactly like you expected them to be. The post Judges Don’t Always Act As A Rubber Stamp appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Live From The Dispatch Summit: Judge James Ho.”

HowAppealing

“Live From The Dispatch Summit: Judge James Ho.” You can access this recent episode of the “Advisory Opinions” podcast via this link.

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Elite Boutique Drops Big Bucks On Associates With Milbank Bonus Match

Above The Law

There’s nothing like a tidal wave of cash to make associates feel like they’re truly valued. Congrats! The post Elite Boutique Drops Big Bucks On Associates With Milbank Bonus Match appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.