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(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) There’s a new sheriff, or at least FBI director, in town. Despite the infamy of his public enemies list , Kash Patel was recently confirmed to the position. His resume is definitely notable, but it’s his Department of Defense bio that’s caught our attention. A native of New York, Mr. Patel completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Richmond before returning to New York to earn his law degree, along with a Certificate in Inte
En banc Ninth Circuit holds that California law banning the possession of large-capacity ammunition magazines comports with the Second Amendment: You can access today’s 7-to-4 en banc ruling on the merits at this link. In conjunction with his dissenting opinion, Circuit Judge Lawrence VanDyke issued a video which you can access on YouTube via this link.
As a small law firm owner, your time is constantly stretched between serving your clients, growing your practice, and focusing on your personal needs. However, with the April 15, 2025, tax filing deadline approaching, there’s still time to implement powerful wealth building strategies for the 2024 tax year that could significantly pay dividends for years to come.
Share The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has relisted for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. The Supreme Court is hitting its stride in sorting through the relists. At its last conference, it granted review of a one-time relist asking whether federal courts must follow state law requiring medical malpractice claims to be supported by an expert affidavit.
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
“Interview: NC GOP chair defends challenge of 65,000 votes in Supreme Court election.” Kyle Ingram of The News & Observer of Raleigh, North Carolina has this report. And in commentary, online at Bloomberg Opinion, Mary Ellen Klas has an essay titled “ North Carolinas Ongoing Election Dispute Is Dangerous; The losing candidate for the state Supreme Court is determined to change the outcome; That would further undermine trust in the judiciary.
Oracle is considering acquiring a stake in TikTok's U.S. operations that would allow the social media giant to continue doing business here under certain security assurances. Meanwhile, Brookfield Asset Management has emerged as the top contender to acquire Colonial Pipeline, and German drugmaker Stada is delaying its IPO until at least September because of market volatility.
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Oracle is considering acquiring a stake in TikTok's U.S. operations that would allow the social media giant to continue doing business here under certain security assurances. Meanwhile, Brookfield Asset Management has emerged as the top contender to acquire Colonial Pipeline, and German drugmaker Stada is delaying its IPO until at least September because of market volatility.
“Judge VanDyke Displays Guns in Chambers in Unusual Video Dissent; VanDyke, in robes, displayed handguns in chambers; Other Ninth Circuit members bashed video opinion”: Jacqueline Thomsen of Bloomberg Law has this report. The article concludes, “The US Marshals Service and Ninth Circuit didnt respond to requests for comments regarding courthouse protocols for the possession of firearms by judges.
(Photo Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) With all the emphasis on storytelling and audience connection in SXSW panel discussions, it was a bit of a shock to sit through a clunker of a presentation. But, like most things at SXSW, theres still something to learn even from missteps. Not many lawyers attend SXSW since its not a legal conference, but there are a few law-related sessions.
Share The Supreme Court has tapped a former clerk to Justice Sonia Sotomayor to defend a lower court ruling in next terms Barrett v. United States , a New York mans challenge to his robbery convictions and sentences under two federal laws. The federal government, which prevailed in the lower court last May, has declined to defend that ruling at the Supreme Court.
Getty Images What was a forced decision five years ago is now an option that is being warmly welcomed by law firm owners everywhere: The use of remote staff as a viable method for managing workload. Attorneys are utilizing virtual staffers (admininstrators and paralegals), as well as lawyers of all experience levels, on projects or on a fractional basis.
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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?
In Kentucky, as in most jurisdictions, the prosecution can request an "initial aggressor" instruction informing jurors that the defendant does not have a self-defense claim if he was the initial aggressor (unless certain narrow exceptions apply). But, of course, to.
Biglaw firms continue to shutter their offices in China. Today, we have news on the fifth large law firm to close the doors of a Chinese office in 2025 — and this firm is no stranger to closing up shop in East Asia. As noted bythe American Lawyer , Winston & Strawn a firm that brought in $1,190,728,000 gross revenue in 2023, putting it at No. 44 on the most recent Am Law 100 plans to shut down its Shanghai office, where it had been operating jointly with local Chinese practice Yuanda
PETALUMA, CA (March 20, 2025) The hosts of The Kennedy-Mighell Report, a leading legal technology podcast, have teamed up with Green Filing, a premier provider of electronic court filing solutions, to produce an exclusive video series called Tom & Dennis Take It For a Spin, interacting with key legal technology, and exploring the latest trends and insights in legal technology.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) published a report on Wednesday urging Mexican authorities to conduct a “thorough” and “impartial” investigation into a possible mass killing site outside the city of Guadalajara, Jalisco state in Mexico. According to the report, a local search collective called the Jalisco Search Warriors uncovered a remote ranch site where they found “bone fragments … hundreds of shoes, clothing items, charred human remains, and three underground ove
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.
“When copyright law and fashion collide; Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer 64 explains his dissent in a case involving cheerleading uniforms”: Rebecca Beyer of Harvard Law Today has this report.
A new antidumping and countervailing duty action has been filed against “Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes” imported from Vietnam and China. These boxes are colloquially know as Vegetable or Seafood Boxes and are used to pack and ship articles such as produce. The allegation is that imports from China are both unfairly subsidized and are being dumped (sold below cost) while imports from Vietnam are alleged to being dumped (sold for below cost).
“Yearslong redistricting saga puts Voting Rights Act in Supreme Courts crosshairs; Black Louisianians yearslong battle for equal voting representation makes its third appearance at the Supreme Court next week, but this time, the justices ruling could be a death knell for the Voting Rights Act”: Kelsey Reichmann of Courthouse News Service has this report.
by Dennis Crouch The Federal Circuit's short precedential decision in Realtek v. ITC & DivX addresses ITC sanctions proceedings. The alleged bad act here involves patentee DivX who arguably altered its infringement theory against Realtek midstream and then ultimately dismissed its complaint against the Taiwanese semiconductor company after that pathway was also cut off.
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.
Amid the market volatility and intense macroeconomic uncertainty, is it wise for Hinge Health to test the public markets? The post Hinge Health is Going Public. Is It Wise? appeared first on MedCity News.
“Julia Lipez confirmed as Maines newest state supreme court justice; The Senate’s confirmation of Lipez to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court fills a yearlong vacancy on the state’s highest court”: Rachel Ohm of The Portland Press Herald has this report.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's recent updates to the Schedules 13D and G compliance and disclosure interpretations may mean large institutional investors substantially curtail the feedback they provide companies about their voting intentions in connection with shareholder meetings, which could result in negative voting outcomes for companies, say attorneys at Cleary.
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!
“Texas Senate passes bill requiring Ten Commandments in schools; Opponents of the bill questioned whether it conflicts with the First Amendment’s prohibition against government actions that favor one religion over another”: Cameron Thompson of Courthouse News Service has this report.
Longtime securities and whistleblower attorney Rebecca M. Katz has left plaintiffs litigation firm Motley Rice LLC and has launched her own small firm, Katz Whistleblower Law LLC.
“Supreme Court Audition Watch: Lawrence VanDyke Is a Guns YouTuber Now; When the competition for a promotion is this stiff, you have to start trying some stuff.” Jay Willis has this post at his “Balls & Strikes” Substack site.
Monique O. Madan and Wesley Callow from The Markup walk us through each step to safely purchase, set-up, and connect an off-the-grid phone, using multiple email accounts, and thereafter how and when to use it, keeping it otherwise turned off and not connected to WiFi.
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