Attorney at Work
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Editing GenAI documents is like eating cotton candy. Here's a quick tip. The post First Rule for Writing With GenAI appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.
Paralegal Bootcamp
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
If you have a paralegal certificate or a college degree, you should not be working for $15 an hour, even if you are right out of school. When I make that statement, many will say, “But, Ann, if we start demanding too much money, those lay-paying jobs will be done by overseas virtual assistants for $8 per hour. Do you really want a paralegal job that could just as easily be done by someone in the Philippines for $8 per hour?
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JURIST
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Director General of Security in the Australian Security Intelligence Organization (ASIO) Mike Burgess announced Wednesday that the ASIO uncovered a foreign spy network that recruited a former Australian politician to serve the interests of their foreign regime. Delivering his fifth Annual Threat Assessment, Mike Burgess outlined that the ASIO identified a team of spies, labelled as the “A-team,” who work for a foreign intelligence service that has been targeting Australia by recruit
LawSites
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
On this episode of LawNext: A conversation about Thomson Reuters’ strategy around generative artificial intelligence with two of the executives most directly responsible for its development and implementation. In a year dominated by discussion of generative AI and its potential impact on the legal profession, Thomson Reuters has played a leading role.
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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.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in the UK authorised charges Tuesday against a sixth person suspected of conducting espionage for the Russian Federation. Tihomir Ivanchev, a Bulgarian national, has been accused of “conspiring to obtain, collect, record, publish or communicate documents or information which might be or was intended to be directly or indirectly useful for a purpose prejudicial to the safety and interest of the state.” Ivanchev was arrested on February 7, following
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JURIST
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The UK Illegal Migration Act will cause over 30,000 backlogged asylum applications unable to be processed, according to a report released on Wednesday by independent charity Institute for Policy Research (IPPR). These asylum seekers are considered “ perma-backlogged ” since they cannot be removed to their unsafe home country but are also deemed permanently inadmissible pursuant to the newly enacted asylum law.
ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
A district court misinterpreted the law when it ruled that an adult adoptee can’t obtain her 1978 adoption records to provide her doctors with information…
At the Lectern
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Pasadena Now reports , “Justice Leondra R. Kruger, a Pasadena native and member of the California Supreme Court, was lauded as the 41st Assembly District’s ‘Unsung Hero’ by Assemblymember Chris Holden and the California Legislative Black Caucus.” The article notes that the Caucus established the Black History Month Unsung Hero Award “to honor individuals who have selflessly dedicated themselves to their respective districts.” Holden is quoted as saying about Justice Kruge
ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
A racehorse owner who claims that a First Amendment right to register the name of his thoroughbred as “Malpractice Meuser” can proceed with his federal…
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!
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Something tells me there are other issues. The post Biglaw Associate Says He Was Fired As Part Of ‘Political Purge’ appeared first on Above the Law.
OneLegal
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
A Chief Legal Officer serves as the pinnacle of legal authority within a corporation; understand their role in your firm and what to know about this crucial position. The post What is a Chief Legal Officer and how can you best work with them? appeared first on One Legal.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Even though Tesla’s employees stiffed a small business at the last minute, it would not be a slam-dunk case if it were to be litigated. The post Tesla’s Last-Minute Cancellation Of Pie Orders Resembles A Bar Exam Essay Question appeared first on Above the Law.
LawSites
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
A common pain point for law firms is failing to track and invoice all reimbursable client expenses, resulting in losses to firm profits. A first-of-its-kind product being unveiled today by AffiniPay , the parent company of LawPay and MyCase , aims to solve that problem for smaller firms by marrying a business credit card for law firms to software that directly channels client-related expenses into the associated matters and invoices within the MyCase law practice management platform.
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
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
There are good reasons to turn down top law schools. this is a remarkably bad one. The post Students Should DEFINITELY Turn Down Better Schools To Attend ASSLaw… Be Our Guest! appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher went too far when it used the facts section of an appellate brief to present “a one-sided narrative" that downplayed adverse…
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
There are several misconceptions when it comes to mental healthcare, including that AI means fully automated therapy chatbots and that mental health and physical health are separated, according to Dr. Mimi Winsberg, chief medical officer of Brightside Health.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
“Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Trump’s Immunity Claim, Setting Arguments for April; The former president’s trial on charges of plotting to subvert the 2020 election will remain on hold while the justices consider the matter”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report. The post “Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Trump’s Immunity Claim, Setting Arguments for April; The former president’s trial on charges of plotting to subvert the 2020 election will remain on hold while the jus
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
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Quick tutorial on how to not take care of your clients. The post Texas Lawyer Steals ~$200k In Trust Funds From Client appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The co-founder of cell tower operator Crown Castle Inc. sued the Texas company Wednesday in Delaware's Court of Chancery, seeking to invalidate a cooperation agreement between its board and activist investor Elliott Investment Management LP.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
This law firm partner likes Rep. Katie Porter to the tune of $250K. The post Law Professor Turned Congresswoman Earns Six-Figure Campaign Contribution From Law Firm’s Managing Partner appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
A California federal judge pared some claims from a proposed class action claiming Meta Platforms Inc. violates Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act by unlawfully using voice recordings created by users of its Facebook and Messenger platforms, but allowed the plaintiff to amend claims that the social media giant profited from and improperly stored her data.
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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
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
What's the importance of diversity after SFFA v. Harvard? The post ABA Committee Decides To Diversify Diversity. It Should Come With A Clear Reason Why That’s Important. appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission is focused on using all its tools to crack down on social media platforms that are "manipulating" users' data and harming children, including by continuing to take aggressive enforcement action and exploring the possibility of crafting new regulations to curb online "commercial surveillance" practices, the agency's chair said Wednesday.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Even Biglaw is bigger in Texas. The post Biglaw Firm Is Growing In Texas appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Texas Supreme Court Justice John Devine complained in a September speech to voters that his colleagues from BigLaw worry too much about “standing, timeliness or…
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