OneLegal
JUNE 5, 2024
Discover the essential benefits and challenges of litigation technology and learn how to choose the right tools for your law firm. The post How can litigation technology support your law firm? appeared first on One Legal.
Paralegal.edu
JUNE 5, 2024
A resume plays a huge role in whether a candidate lands in the “Do Not Interview” pile. Experience, education, and competencies included in a resume should demonstrate a reason for a prospective employer to conduct an interview. However, many job seekers showcase non-relevant details that have no direct correlation to workplace-useful skills, or they overload their documents with ineffective content.
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JURIST
JUNE 5, 2024
Heinrich Koch, a German politician from the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, was injured in a knife attack in Mannheim on Tuesday. Koch is running for the Mannheim municipal council election on June 9. According to a statement by the Mannheim police, Koch was pursuing the suspect for damaging and stealing several election posters when he was attacked with a cutter knife.
Sterno
JUNE 5, 2024
Every attorney knows that finding the deposition you need can be a pain. Whether it was taken months ago or you’re sure another attorney at your firm has deposed the witness before, the challenge of finding the required testimony often involves hours of footwork searching through your firm's repository. Then you have to read through the transcripts.
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Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.
JURIST
JUNE 5, 2024
The Supreme Court of Missouri on Tuesday declined to halt the dissolution of a board of inquiry convened to investigate a death row inmate’s innocence claim. The Supreme Court stated in its decision that Missouri Governor Mike Parson, who moved to dissolve the board, was entitled to judgment as a matter of law since the state constitution gives the governor exclusive authority over clemency decisions.
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JURIST
JUNE 5, 2024
Authorities and three industrial companies in the Republic of the Congo are failing to protect human rights, according to a report published by Amnesty International on Tuesday. The organization highlighted the oil spills and smoke emissions caused by two oil companies and one recycling company in the country, analyzing the impact of the incidents on residents in nearby villages.
ABA Journal
JUNE 5, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
JURIST
JUNE 5, 2024
Beijing’s Tiananmen Square saw increased security measures on Tuesday, in response to the 35th anniversary of China’s suppression of pro-democracy protests on the site. Meanwhile, in Hong Kong, police arrested four individuals and thwarted efforts to commemorate the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests. Tuesday’s security measures involved the emergence of “bridge watchers,” who prevent gathering and the hanging of banners along overpasses, and enhanced control over the i
ABA Journal
JUNE 5, 2024
Updated: The American Civil Liberties Union and the ABA are among the groups opposing President Joe Biden’s executive order curbing asylum eligibility for migrants who…
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A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.
JURIST
JUNE 5, 2024
Nigeria’s labour unions announced on Tuesday that they would officially pause an indefinite strike over minimum wages to conclude negotiations with the Federal Government of Nigeria. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) initiated the strike on Monday, spurred to action by a widespread cost of living crisis that has left witness to inflation and a devalued currency.
HowAppealing
JUNE 5, 2024
“For The Post, a Supreme black eye; Deference to Justice Alito hands a scoop to the New York Times”: Washington Post media critic Erik Wemple has this essay online at that publication. The post “For The Post, a Supreme black eye; Deference to Justice Alito hands a scoop to the New York Times” appeared first on How Appealing.
Attorney at Work
JUNE 5, 2024
Intake is most important process in your law firm. Here are three top tips for improving it. The post Law Firm Intake: Save Time and Convert More Clients With These 3 Tips appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
HowAppealing
JUNE 5, 2024
“Sam Alito Is a Glimpse Into the Future of the Supreme Court; The issue raised by Alito’s various flags is less a legal question about recusal than a reminder that federal judges, too, are breathing the noxious fumes of U.S. politics”: Peter Shamshiri has this essay online at Balls and Strikes. The post “Sam Alito Is a Glimpse Into the Future of the Supreme Court; The issue raised by Alito’s various flags is less a legal question about recusal than a reminder that federal judge
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Selecting and implementing CLM technology can be daunting, leading to underutilization or abandonment. Factors like provider differentiation, inadequate planning, and lack of user training contribute to these failures. Recognizing these pitfalls is crucial for successful adoption, ensuring organizations harness the full potential of CLM for streamlined contract management.
SCOTUSBlog
JUNE 5, 2024
Share On Thursday, June 6, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about opinion announcements. The post Announcement of opinions for Thursday, June 6 appeared first on SCOTUSblog.
HowAppealing
JUNE 5, 2024
“Concurrences Are All the Rage”: Adam Feldman has this post at his “Empirical SCOTUS” blog. The post “Concurrences Are All the Rage” appeared first on How Appealing.
LawSites
JUNE 5, 2024
This has been a notable year for BriefCatch, a legal technology company devoted to helping legal professionals improve their legal writing. It started nine months ago, with the company’s raise of a $3.
HowAppealing
JUNE 5, 2024
“Leonard Leo Built the Conservative Court. Now He’s Funneling Dark Money Into Law Schools. The megadonor’s plan for a $25 million research center at Cornell fell apart. So he took his money to Texas A&M.” Shawn Musgrave recently had this report online at The Intercept. The post “Leonard Leo Built the Conservative Court. Now He’s Funneling Dark Money Into Law Schools.
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CLM tools have always strived to push contract management into the digital age for almost 30 years. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous. The current scenarios in business development have shown that having a fully automated CLM has become a mandate for every law firm and in-house legal department. To determine if you need a CLM system, it's essential to clearly identify the on-ground business challenges you aim to solve.
Above The Law
JUNE 5, 2024
A new survey of diverse attorneys offers insights into their career goals. The post Attorneys Of Color And The Path To Partnership appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
JUNE 5, 2024
“Alito’s account of the upside-down flag doesn’t fully add up. Here’s why. A look at the major discrepancies in Justice Samuel Alito’s comments about controversial flags flown at his property and what he still has not fully answered.” Justin Jouvenal of The Washington Post has this report. The post “Alito’s account of the upside-down flag doesn’t fully add up.
Above The Law
JUNE 5, 2024
It isn't just roads that sometimes take some strange twists and turns. The post Man Who Went Viral For Attending A Suspended Driver’s License Hearing While Driving His Car Had His Suspension Rescinded In 2022 appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
JUNE 5, 2024
“Trump’s Vows to Prosecute Rivals Put Rule of Law on the Ballot; Donald Trump’s promise to seek retribution challenges long-established norms; The election could hinge in part on what kind of justice system the country believes it has now and wants in the future”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this news analysis. The post “Trump’s Vows to Prosecute Rivals Put Rule of Law on the Ballot; Donald Trump’s promise to seek retribution challenges long-established norms; The ele
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Above The Law
JUNE 5, 2024
$125 million might be nice, but in a building where the penthouse is seeking $105 million, not as nice as actually being able to sell your condo. The post Noise, Floods, Faulty Elevators Apparently Not Great Selling Points For Billionaire’s Row Condos appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
JUNE 5, 2024
A Washington lawyer has agreed to give up his law license, rather than fight allegations stemming from his guilty plea to misdemeanor assaults on a…
Above The Law
JUNE 5, 2024
Attorneys General Push For Section 206 Language Overhaul: Was only a matter of time. Federal Judge Uses ChatGPT To Decide Case: His reasoning makes sense ! Lawyer Attempts Break-In, Gets Caught Shortly After: You'd think knowing the law would stop you from breaking it. Could This Threaten Biglaw's Business Model?: Check out this conflict of interest.
ABA Journal
JUNE 5, 2024
Originalism is the ascendant legal theory espoused by conservative legal thinkers, including the majority of U.S. Supreme Court justices.
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Law 360
JUNE 5, 2024
An Illinois federal judge handed Amazon a pretrial win over accusations that it violated workers' biometric privacy rights by using thermal cameras to screen for fevers during the pandemic, saying the company is immune from such claims under the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act.
Above The Law
JUNE 5, 2024
It's a race to the finish line -- for his law school studies and his NASCAR standings. The post This Student Is Splitting His Time Between Studying For Law School And Driving For NASCAR appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
JUNE 5, 2024
Delaware's Supreme Court has refused to reverse the Court of Chancery's 2023 dismissal of a stockholder suit accusing Chicago-based factory and automotive parts venture Distribution Solutions Group Inc. of failing to disclose conflicts surrounding and costs of a three-way merger in late 2021.
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