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UK police charge five with spying for Russia

JURIST

The UK’s Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) announced Thursday it had arrested five Bulgarian nationals on suspicion of spying for Russia. In a statement, the CPS said the five will be charged with “conspiring to collect information intended to be directly or indirectly useful to an enemy for a purpose prejudicial to the safety and interest of the state between 30 August 2020 and 8 February 2023.” The Head of the CPS Special Crime and Counter Terrorism Division Nick Price said in

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Ask Me Anything – Paralegal Career Edition

Paralegal Bootcamp

Navigating your career as a paralegal can come with its challenges. This paralegal career edition of Ask Me Anything will answer questions from real paralegals who have run into their own roadblocks. Whether its learning how to specialize in certain areas or facing an upcoming interview for your dream job,I’ll dive into strategies to help you overcome paralegal career obstacles that may be similar and get back on track and achieving your goals.

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China law professor raises concerns about Fukushima nuclear water discharge at UN meeting

JURIST

A Chinese law professor and human rights expert expressed concern about Japan’s nuclear water discharge from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station during the 54th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council on Tuesday. The statement took place in an interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on toxics and human rights. During the dialogue, Li Shouping, a professor at the Beijing Institute of Technology representing the China Society for Human Rights Studies , emphasized

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Lawyer’s ‘dogged efforts’ led to scientific discovery that could help with chronic fatigue

ABA Journal

A lawyer who had to reduce her workload because of fatigue, neuropathy and muscular weakness embarked on a quest to discover what was wrong with…

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Document Automation for Small Law Firms: A Practical Guide for Paralegals & Staff

Are you a paralegal or legal staff member tired of recreating the same documents repeatedly? This practical guide shows how small and solo law firms can transform their practice with affordable document automation. Written for paralegals and support staff, we break down how to automate common documents like client intake forms, routine correspondence, and basic agreements without expensive software or technical expertise.

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96-year-old US federal judge suspended from bench after refusing medical evaluations

JURIST

The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit suspended Circuit Judge Pauline Newman from her duties as a judge for one year on Wednesday after she refused to undergo medical evaluations to measure her ability to perform as a judge. Earlier this year, Chief Judge Kimberly A. Moore ruled that in regard to Newman, who is 96, “there is probable cause to believe that Judge Newman’s health has left her without the capacity to perform the work of an active judge and that her habitual del

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Switzerland passes controversial law banning face coverings

JURIST

The Swiss National Council approved the controversial Federal Law on the Prohibition of Concealing the Face Wednesday by a vote of 151-29. The law implements a referendum passed in March 2021, in which 51% of Swiss voters approved a ban on concealing one’s face in public. The initiative was brought by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party and aims to prohibit hiding one’s face in all public places or private spaces accessible to the public.

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Tennessee Judge Should Really Leave Parenting To The Parents

Above The Law

If something like this happens again, we need to mandate parenting CLEs for judges. The post Tennessee Judge Should Really Leave Parenting To The Parents appeared first on Above the Law.

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KLDiscovery Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire Cenza Technologies to Establish Global Delivery Center in India

Cenza

The acquisition will strengthen KLDiscovery’s Managed Document Review and enhance the Company’s contract lifecycle management offering. Christopher Weiler, CEO of KLDiscovery, welcomes Aditya Mirza, CEO of Cenza, into the KLDiscovery family. KLDiscovery Inc. (“KLD”), a leading global provider of electronic discovery, information governance, and data recovery services, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the business of Cenza Technologies Private Limit

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A Different Kind Of Player Draft

Above The Law

Younger lawyers are not just ATMs for senior partners, they are not just billable hours, but people who have lives outside of the law. The post A Different Kind Of Player Draft appeared first on Above the Law.

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Buyer’s Guide for Contract Lifecycle Management Software

With advancements in automation tools and digitization, the overall modern business environment is fast, to say the least. Legal operations are no exception to this need for expediency. Managing contracts efficiently is critical for organizations to maintain compliance, minimize risk, and optimize their contract lifecycle operations. As such, organizations considering CLM software need to diligently review CLM software offerings to find the solution that best fits their specific needs.

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Why eFiling yourself compared to using a concierge is easier than you may imagine 

OneLegal

Learn about why doing self-service eFiling rather than using a concierge service can positively impact the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your operations. The post Why eFiling yourself compared to using a concierge is easier than you may imagine appeared first on One Legal.

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HHS: Medicaid/CHIP Coverage To Be Reinstated for 500K People

Above The Law

Thirty states have been conducting Medicaid and CHIP automatic renewals incorrectly, leading to many individuals being wrongly removed from coverage. Because of this, nearly 500,000 children and other individuals will have their coverage reinstated.

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UN calls for an end to the sole use of punitive measures when combating drug crime

JURIST

The Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights (OHCHR) released a report Wednesday detailing the problems that states are facing in combating drug trafficking and addiction globally. The report states that while the drug problem is significant, treating people who use drugs as criminals has never been an effective strategy to combat drug use and harm in communities.

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Black Hair Big Law (Part III): ‘Professionalism,’ Work Hair, And Interview Hair

Above The Law

How do Black legal professionals wear their hair to work and what experiences have they had? The post Black Hair Big Law (Part III): ‘Professionalism,’ Work Hair, And Interview Hair appeared first on Above the Law.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies

Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!

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Survey Results: How Important Are Google Reviews to Your Law Firm?

Attorney at Work

Read the results of Attorney at Work's Google Reviews survey. The post Survey Results: How Important Are Google Reviews to Your Law Firm? appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Attorney Caught Two Timing CLEs Suspended For A Year

Above The Law

He didn’t pick a Maine one to focus on. The post Attorney Caught Two Timing CLEs Suspended For A Year appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Bill Clinton Pressures Own Judicial Appointee To Reverse ‘Stupid’ Ruling For Drug Dealer; Re-election campaign has Clinton running scared on his judicial nominations”

HowAppealing

“Bill Clinton Pressures Own Judicial Appointee To Reverse ‘Stupid’ Ruling For Drug Dealer; Re-election campaign has Clinton running scared on his judicial nominations”: Ed Whelan has this post at his “Confirmation Tales” Substack site. The post “Bill Clinton Pressures Own Judicial Appointee To Reverse ‘Stupid’ Ruling For Drug Dealer; Re-election campaign has Clinton running scared on his judicial nominations” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Former Biglaw Partner Barred From Courthouse, Faces Discipline

Above The Law

There are some wild filings in the case. The post Former Biglaw Partner Barred From Courthouse, Faces Discipline appeared first on Above the Law.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

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New law school targeting part-time students planned for Charlotte, North Carolina

ABA Journal

Elon University plans to open a part-time, in-person law school in Charlotte, North Carolina, after the only other law school operating in the city

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This Top 50 Law School Dean Is Also Of Counsel At A Top Biglaw Firm

Above The Law

That’s some side hustle. The post This Top 50 Law School Dean Is Also Of Counsel At A Top Biglaw Firm appeared first on Above the Law.

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Lunar Natural Resources: A Tour of a New Horizon

Gravel2Gavel

by Robert A. James With the success of the Chandrayaan-3 this August, India became the fourth country to land a spacecraft on the moon. Improved fabrication methods like 3D printing , plus larger-scale production of essential materials for remote activity, have made space technology cheaper than ever to build. Even conservative investors are financing ventures, thanks to the moon economy’s estimated $100 billion near-term market value.

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In-House Counsel Hiring Is Booming, But There’s ‘Serious Pushback’ When It Comes To In-Office Work Requirements

Above The Law

More face time means more candidates willing to walk away from a job. The post In-House Counsel Hiring Is Booming, But There’s ‘Serious Pushback’ When It Comes To In-Office Work Requirements appeared first on Above the Law.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Flagstar Bank In-House Atty Joins Comerica As CCO

Law 360

Comerica Inc. announced this week that it has named Flagstar Bank's former executive vice president and chief compliance and privacy officer as its new compliance head.

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What Could The Future Hold For AI Regulation? [Sponsored]

Above The Law

What can lawyers expect as the talk of AI continues to grow? Join us for this CLE-eligible webinar on October 11th for find out more. The post What Could The Future Hold For AI Regulation? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Horizontal Career Moves Benefit In-House Counsel

InHouseBlog

Think moving up is the only way to achieve in-house happiness? Think again. In-house career moves can go up, down and horizontal – and all can be the right move depending on the circumstances. Most former private practice attorneys know that to move up in the ranks, moving laterally is often the best move as legacy law firms move slowly to elevate those in their ranks.

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Take The In-House Counsel Compensation Survey

Above The Law

Tell us how much you make and help us share valuable benchmarking information. The post Take The In-House Counsel Compensation Survey appeared first on Above the Law.

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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