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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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 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.
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!
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.
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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
Ontario (Canada) Premier Doug Ford announced Thursday that his government will introduce legislation to grant municipalities and police expanded powers to dismantle homeless encampments in a letter sent to 12 mayors from municipalities across the province. The premier also indicated his willingness to use the notwithstanding clause of theCanadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms if courts block the measures’ implementation.
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.
EvidenceProf Blog
DECEMBER 6, 2024
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.
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.
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
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.
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: 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.
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
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.
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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Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup 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
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.
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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Above The Law
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Get out your umbrellas, because Biglaw bonuses are coming to this boutique firm. Congratulations! The post Boutique Firm Makes It Rain Biglaw Bonus Bucks On Associates 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
* Applications for law school are up 35 percent just in time for these students to compile massive loans before firms replace entry level legal jobs with AI. [ ABA Journal ] * A look at John Morgan's personal injury practice empire. [ Forbes ] * California bar examiners will consider participation in protests as part of character and fitness process. [ California Courts Newsroom ] * After a past retreat on reform, Washington state launches another pilot program to allow some legal services to be
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
Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story
Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.
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