CosmoLex
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Client retention is an essential aspect of running a legal practice. Think of it like this: Your firm has no problem bringing clients in, but it needs help keeping them. The bright side is that youre still getting clients, right? Right The problem is, when your clients dont return, you have to spend a lot of resources trying to figure out why this is happening.
JURIST
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The Illinois Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that the odor of raw cannabis is sufficient to justify a warrantless vehicle search. The appellant, Vincent Molina, was a passenger in a car stopped by a police officer for speeding on the highway. The officer searched the car solely based on smelling raw cannabis and found several rolled joints. Molina was charged with a misdemeanor for violating Illinoiss Motor Vehicle Code requirement that “[n]o passenger may possess cannabis within any pass
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HowAppealing
DECEMBER 6, 2024
“TikTok Faces U.S. Ban After Losing Bid to Overturn New Law; The law will ban the video app in the United States by Jan. 19 if its owner, ByteDance, does not sell it to a non-Chinese company”: Sapna Maheshwari of The New York Times has this report. Eva Dou, Drew Harwell, and Cristiano Lima-Strong of The Washington Post report that “ Appeals court upholds nationwide TikTok ban-or-sale law; The U.S.
JURIST
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of climate change Elisa Morgera stated on Thursday that climate change has negatively impacted the lives of the ni-Vanuatu people and threatened their well-being. This statement concluded Morgera’s nine-day visit to Vanuatu. She is expected to present a full report to the UN Human Rights Council in July 2025.
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Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Rocket Matter Product Spotlight | Waiting until the end of the week to track time could cause you to lose 2550% of your law firm's billable hours. Capture more time with Rocket Matter Track. The post Effortless Time Tracking + QuickBooks = Your New Power Move appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Conflict of Laws
DECEMBER 6, 2024
On 56 December 2024, 18 private international lawyers from Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand and Singapore came together at the University of Melbourne for the 2024 Asia-Pacific Colloquium of the Journal of Private International Law (JPIL). The colloquium was the first since 2018, when it had been held in Japan. The 2024 event was expertly hosted by Professor Richard Garnett and Professor Ying Khai Liew of the University of Melbourne Law School, and held at University House at UniMelbs Pa
SCOTUSBlog
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Share Follow us on Bluesky ; we’ll have live updates as the court announces opinions on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Heres the Friday morning read: US Supreme Court could allow broader curbs on transgender rights (Andrew Chung, Reuters) Root Inc. Investors Drop Petition to Supreme Court in Risks Case (Martina Barash, Bloomberg Law) Protests outside of Supreme Court capture growing fears for transgender
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
From the so-anyway-I-started-blasting dept The post Mass Puppycide Ends Career Of Tennessee Deputy Who Probably Never Should Have Been A Cop appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The UK Ministry of Justice predicted that more than 100,000 people may be held in custody by 2029, in a report released Thursday. The report alarmed prison overcrowds which may undermine prisoners’ rights in the country. In the report, the ministry provided a low, central and high estimate of the size of the prison population based on the level of custodial spaces required by court receipts, police and prosecutorial activities.
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?
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
As AI use increases among legal professionals, the industry needs to keep up. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Talkin Bout AI Revolution appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit on Friday upheld the constitutionality of a law requiring social media giant TikTok to separate from its Chinese parent company ByteDance or face a ban in the United States. In its opinion , the court rejected challenges from TikTok and its users who argued the law violated various constitutional protections, including their First Amendment rights to free speech.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Even small, consistent efforts can make a big difference. The post LinkedIn Mastery For Lawyers: 5 Simple Strategies To Elevate Your Brand And Build Engagement appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 6, 2024
South Korean lawmakers on Thursday introduced a motion to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol just days after his failed attempt to enforce martial law. The motion is set for a full parliamentary vote on Saturday. Yoon is facing impeachment charges under Article 66 of the South Korean Constitution for “ violating the Constitution or other laws in the performance of official duties.” The National Assembly has mustered the majority vote required to begin the proceedings against sitting pre
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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.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Really could use a bright line here. The post Will Protesting Cost Students Their Ability To Practice Law? California Shrugs Off A Clear Answer appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) published a report on Thursday highlighting the unjust prosecution of Ukrainian civilians under Ukraine’s anti-collaboration laws. The report highlights how civilians performing legitimate and essential tasks in areas under Russian occupation have been prosecuted under these laws and examines the broader impact these prosecutions have had on both the individuals involved and the community as a whole.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
It's going to be competitive if you're applying to law school this year. The post The ‘Unnatural’ Interest In Law School appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 6, 2024
“The Supreme Court Just Showed Us What Contempt for Expertise Looks Like”: Columnist M. Gessen has this essay online at The New York Times.
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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.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Even if you missed the threshold for a bonus, it should count for something. The post Law Firms Should Pay Higher Bonuses When Associates Are Close To Thresholds appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 6, 2024
“Federal Judge Upholds Racial Preferences in Naval Academy Admissions; A group that won a Supreme Court case challenging affirmative action at Harvard and the University of North Carolina had also sued the military academies”: Anemona Hartocollis of The New York Times has this report. Susan Svrluga of The Washington Post reports that “ Naval Academy can consider race in admissions, federal judge rules; The decision comes after the Supreme Court rejected the use of affirmative a
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
These bonuses sure do pack a Biglaw punch. The post This Boutique Law Firm’s Bonuses Are A Real Knockout For Associates appeared first on Above the Law.
LegalTalkNetwork
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The holiday season is upon us, and finding the perfect gift for the lawyers in your life can be a real case of objection overload. But fear not! Conrad Saam and Gyi Tsakalakis of Lunch Hour Legal Marketing have compiled a list of thoughtful, unique, and practical gifts that will bring a smile to even the most serious lawyers and legal professionals.
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!
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.
CosmoLex
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Client retention is an essential aspect of running a legal practice. Think of it like this: Your firm has no problem bringing clients in, but it needs help keeping them. The bright side is that youre still getting clients, right? Right The problem is, when your clients dont return, you have to spend a lot of resources trying to figure out why this is happening.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
For those navigating similar paths, remember that proactive planning, building support networks, and being willing to adapt are essential. The post The Balancing Act: Life As Part Of The Sandwich Generation appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The European Commission announced on Thursday that it would step up and monitor the TikTok platform’s compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). The move comes in the context of the ongoing Romanian elections and the online campaign of front-runner candidate Calin Georgescu. The European Commission issued an order, obliging TikTok to freeze all information regarding “actual or foreseeable systemic risks its service could pose on electoral processes and civic discourse in the EU.
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