Wed.Oct 18, 2023

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Arkansas orders land divestment from Chinese company

JURIST

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin directed Syngenta Seeds , a company under the umbrella of China’s state-owned chemical giant ChemChina, to divest its 160 acres of agricultural land within the state on Tuesday. This decision stems from the state’s Act 636 of 2023 , named To Amend the Law Concerning Ownership and Possession of Real Property , which limits foreign ownership of Arkansas’s agricultural land.

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Changing My CRM Database: From $400 to Free

Attorney at Work

Ruth Carter | The CRM I bought when I started my practice had become a digital dust collector. Here's how I switched to Google Contacts. The post Changing My CRM Database: From $400 to Free appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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UN calls upon Pakistan to stop planned mass deportation of Afghan nationals

JURIST

The UN human rights experts called upon Pakistan on Tuesday to discontinue their planned deportation of a large number of Afghans from the country. The pressure from human rights groups has increased since Pakistan Interior Minister Sarfraz Bugti announced the deportation plan on October 3. The plan could result in the deportation of 1.4 million Afghans from the country by November 1, the deadline set by Bugti.

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LSAC Will Eliminate Logic Games From LSAT In 2024!

Above The Law

About darn time! The post LSAC Will Eliminate Logic Games From LSAT In 2024! 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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Long-lost trial transcript answers many questions about ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson and baseball’s ‘Black Sox Scandal’

ABA Journal

The book opens with a tantalizing revelation: Until this year, fewer than 10 living people have seen the long-lost trial transcript that’s been a matter…

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How generative AI is already changing contract review

ABA Journal

A lot has been made about how generative artificial intelligence has already changed many aspects of the legal industry.

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At the Inaugural KM and Innovation for Legal Conference, Knowledge Is Power

LawSites

When is a new conference not exactly a new conference? When it is the inaugural Knowledge Management & Innovation for Legal Conference (or KM&I for short). Let me explain. Organizers Patrick DiDomenico and Joshua Fireman kick things off. For years, the ARK Group’s annual KM conference in New York City was considered the go-to conference for legal KM professionals, and for at least eight years it had been cochaired by Patrick DiDomenico , president and founder of InspireKM Consulti

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Hip-hop star seeks new trial over lawyer’s alleged use of artificial intelligence to draft closing argument

ABA Journal

Prakazrel “Pras” Michel, a member of the hip-hop group Fugees, has said he is entitled to a new trial partly because his former lawyer used an experimental artificial intelligence program to draft an inadequate closing argument.

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Demystifying Probate Fees in California

LDA PRO

Probate Fees in California: The probate process is an essential aspect of managing the estate of a deceased individual. However, navigating the intricacies of probate can be a daunting task, and understanding probate fees in California is crucial for those involved in the process. At LDA Pro Legal, we recognize the importance of making probate proceedings more accessible and understandable.

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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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Ethics code is ‘a good idea’ for Supreme Court, Justice Barrett says

ABA Journal

Justice Amy Coney Barrett has said she supports an ethics code for the U.S.

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Surrogate Marries, Then Divorces, The Intended Father. Is The Surrogate The Baby’s Legal Parent?

Above The Law

When things go wrong with surrogacy, they can go really wrong. The post Surrogate Marries, Then Divorces, The Intended Father. Is The Surrogate The Baby’s Legal Parent? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Lawyer wants to be jailed with client until long-awaited competency exam takes place

ABA Journal

A Kentucky lawyer hopes to call attention to the plight of his client and others waiting for long-delayed competency exams by living in jail with…

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Former Fox News Lawyer Blaming Everyone But Himself For Botching Dominion Suit To The Tune Of $787M

Above The Law

Let's systematically debunk every nonsense excuse Viet Dinh offers for the Fox News-Dominion settlement. The post Former Fox News Lawyer Blaming Everyone But Himself For Botching Dominion Suit To The Tune Of $787M 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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Citing its ‘value system,’ Davis Polk rescinds 3 job offers over groups’ anti-Israel statements

ABA Journal

Davis Polk & Wardwell has rescinded job offers to three law students who participated in or had leadership positions in groups that issued statements siding…

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Justice Comes For Coal-Rolling Trolls As $2B EPA Lawsuit Targets eBay

Above The Law

Because there is apparently a market in the United States for making your neighbors and fellow travelers hate you, selling equipment to transform your rig into a coal-rolling environmental nightmare is big business. The post Justice Comes For Coal-Rolling Trolls As $2B EPA Lawsuit Targets eBay appeared first on Above the Law.

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India investigation bureau files charges in connection with Manipur sexual violence

JURIST

India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) submitted a formal chargesheet against six individuals furnished a report regarding one ‘child in conflict with the law’ on Tuesday in connection with a video of two tribal women being paraded naked in India’s Manipur state. Following the dissemination of the incident and the related footage across social media platforms in July, sparking nationwide indignation, the Supreme Court initiated proceedings on its own accord, resu

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Blum Group Threatens 2 More Biglaw Firms With Litigation Over Their Diversity Initiatives

Above The Law

He's targeted five law firms in just over a week. Yikes. The post Blum Group Threatens 2 More Biglaw Firms With Litigation Over Their Diversity Initiatives 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.

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The morning read for Wednesday, October 18

SCOTUSBlog

Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Wednesday morning read: The Supreme Court’s very brief, very revealing new decision about guns, explained (Ian Millhiser, Vox) Amy Coney Barrett says she supports an ethics code for Supreme Court justices (Joe Hernandez, NPR) And We’re Off to the Races (Adam Feldman, Empirical SCOTUS) Is the Fifth Circuit Becoming the New Ninth?

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Lawyer So Pissed About Due Process Violation He Requests To Be Locked Up

Above The Law

Talk about showing solidarity. The post Lawyer So Pissed About Due Process Violation He Requests To Be Locked Up appeared first on Above the Law.

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“The Supreme Court blew a chance to fix its second-worst decision ever”

HowAppealing

“The Supreme Court blew a chance to fix its second-worst decision ever”: Columnist George F. Will has this essay online at The Washington Post. The post “The Supreme Court blew a chance to fix its second-worst decision ever” appeared first on How Appealing.

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The Law School Ranking Of All Law School Rankings: Which Schools Came Out On Top?

Above The Law

And which law schools sank like stones in the T14? The post The Law School Ranking Of All Law School Rankings: Which Schools Came Out On Top? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.

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“Merck shingles vaccine appeal will test controversial mass torts case management tool”

HowAppealing

“Merck shingles vaccine appeal will test controversial mass torts case management tool”: Alison Frankel’s “On the Case” from Reuters has this post about an appeal that I will be arguing on behalf of the plaintiffs-appellants before a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit sitting in Wilmington, Delaware on October 31, 2023.

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Mike Lindell: Pillow Pumper. Patriot. Pro Se Litigant.

Above The Law

[Crazy intensifies] The post Mike Lindell: Pillow Pumper. Patriot. Pro Se Litigant. appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Ceremony marks Renatha Francis’ ascension to the Florida Supreme Court; DeSantis: ‘I’m proud that we are honoring today a justice who arrived to this court taking the road less traveled.’”

HowAppealing

“Ceremony marks Renatha Francis’ ascension to the Florida Supreme Court; DeSantis: ‘I’m proud that we are honoring today a justice who arrived to this court taking the road less traveled.’” Michael Moline of Florida Phoenix has this report. The post “Ceremony marks Renatha Francis’ ascension to the Florida Supreme Court; DeSantis: ‘I’m proud that we are honoring today a justice who arrived to this court taking the road less traveled.’” appeared first on How Ap

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The Wild Ethical Lapse That Led To The Resignation Of A Top Bankruptcy Judge

Above The Law

They say love makes you do strange things. The post The Wild Ethical Lapse That Led To The Resignation Of A Top Bankruptcy Judge appeared first on Above the Law.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!