Mon.Sep 11, 2023

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Afghanistan-Pakistan border dispute escalates as both countries allege indiscriminate attacks on border guards

JURIST

Afghanistan and Pakistan’s border dispute over the Torkham Border Crossing flared up over the weekend as both Pakistan and Afghanistan claimed the other indiscriminately fired on border patrol forces. Pakistan closed the Torkham Border Crossing in the middle of last week after alleging that Afghanistan constructed unapproved buildings on the border.

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Overture Law Offers Small Firm Lawyers A Unique Way To Capture Revenue They’re Currently Turning Away

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The tag line on the website of Overture Law says, “Unlock hidden revenue in your practice.” But I think this actually undersells what Overture does. It is not so much that it helps you find revenue hidden in your practice, as that it helps you capture revenue you would never have had in the first place. Most solo and small firm lawyers are fully familiar with the dilemma Overture aims to resolve.

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Women of Legal Tech:

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The Legal Technology Resource Center ’s Women of Legal Tech initiative is intended to encourage diversity and celebrate women in legal technology. This initiative launched in 2015 with a list of innovators and leaders in legal technology and with this year’s additions, that list now includes 141 talented and influential women leaders. Danielle Hall has served as the Executive Director for the Kansas Lawyers Assistance Program since December 2019.

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US pressure on social media over misinformation likely unconstitutional, 5th Circuit says

ABA Journal

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Buyer’s Guide for Contract Lifecycle Management Software

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.

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DISCO Cofounder Kiwi Camara Steps Down As CEO; Board Member Scott Hill Is Named Interim Leader

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The e-discovery company CS Disco said today that Kiwi Camara , its cofounder, has decided to step down from his roles as chief executive officer and board member. The company, which goes by the brand name DISCO, has named Scott Hill as interim CEO while the board of directors searches for a permanent successor. Hill has served as a member of DISCO’s board since June 2021 and was previously chief financial officer of Intercontinental Exchange.

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Council of Europe condemns ‘sham elections’ in Russian-occupied Ukraine

JURIST

The Council of Europe released a joint statement Sunday condemning the recent elections in the Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine. Over the course of one week, Russia held regional elections across several parts Ukraine, including four regions that it does not fully control – Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson. The elections resulted in an overwhelming majority for Russia’s ruling party, securing its position of power in the occupied land.

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The Best Law Schools For Public Service (2023)

Above The Law

The law schools that are helping graduates fight for justice in America. The post The Best Law Schools For Public Service (2023) appeared first on Above the Law.

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The guide to LEDES billing for law firms

OneLegal

In this guide, learn what LEDES and UTBMS are, their significance in the legal industry, and the benefits they offer to both service providers and their clients. The post The guide to LEDES billing for law firms appeared first on One Legal.

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Court Rejects Alabama Request To Pretty Please Let It Keep Using Racial Gerrymanders Forever

Above The Law

The Southern strategy. The post Court Rejects Alabama Request To Pretty Please Let It Keep Using Racial Gerrymanders Forever appeared first on Above the Law.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

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!

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“Is Wichita’s disorderly conduct law unconstitutional? Kansas Supreme Court to decide.”

HowAppealing

“Is Wichita’s disorderly conduct law unconstitutional? Kansas Supreme Court to decide.” Matthew Kelly of The Wichita Eagle has this report. The post “Is Wichita’s disorderly conduct law unconstitutional? Kansas Supreme Court to decide.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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FDA Approves Updated Covid-19 Vaccines to Address Now Circulating Variants

Above The Law

The FDA said the updated messenger RNA vaccines from Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna will protect against the omicron subvariants now prevalent in circulation. Left out of the FDA decision is Novavax, whose protein-based vaccine is still under regulatory review.

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“Auto week at D.C. Circuit raises ‘major questions’ for EPA”

HowAppealing

“Auto week at D.C. Circuit raises ‘major questions’ for EPA”: Lesley Clark of Climatewire has this report. The post “Auto week at D.C. Circuit raises ‘major questions’ for EPA” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Symposium Publishes Joshua Wright Column… Hidden In Its ‘Uncategorized’ Archives

Above The Law

Some high academia weirdness going on here. The post Symposium Publishes Joshua Wright Column… Hidden In Its ‘Uncategorized’ Archives appeared first on Above the Law.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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.

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“What to know as Israel’s Supreme Court takes up the judicial overhaul”

HowAppealing

“What to know as Israel’s Supreme Court takes up the judicial overhaul”: Shira Rubin of The Washington Post has this report. Ohad Zwigenberg of The Associated Press reports that “ Protests against Israel’s judicial overhaul kick off at Supreme Court a day before crucial hearing.” Maayan Lubell reports that “ Protests grip Israel ahead of historic Supreme Court session.” And The Times of Israel reports that “ Security for justices said boosted ahead of hi

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AI-Powered Virtual Legal Assistants Transform Client Services

Above The Law

They can respond more succinctly than ever to answer client questions, triage incoming requests, provide details, and trigger automated workflows that ensure lawyers handle legal issues efficiently and effectively. The post AI-Powered Virtual Legal Assistants Transform Client Services appeared first on Above the Law.

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“The Supreme Court of Canada and the Supreme Court of the United States successfully conclude judicial exchange”

HowAppealing

“The Supreme Court of Canada and the Supreme Court of the United States successfully conclude judicial exchange”: The Supreme Court of Canada today issued a news release that begins, “The Right Honourable Richard Wagner, P.C., Chief Justice of Canada concluded a productive two-day meeting with a delegation from the United States Supreme Court last week.

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The NBA Is Great Preparation For Law School

Above The Law

An unconventional career path. The post The NBA Is Great Preparation For Law School appeared first on Above the Law.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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.

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“Two Pieces to the Puzzle: Long Conference Petitions and Granted Cases for OT 2023.”

HowAppealing

“Two Pieces to the Puzzle: Long Conference Petitions and Granted Cases for OT 2023.” Adam Feldman has this post at his “Empiical SCOTUS” blog. The post “Two Pieces to the Puzzle: Long Conference Petitions and Granted Cases for OT 2023.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Perhaps Comedians Could Provide Viral Moments For Politicians In Debates?

Above The Law

Most moments that go viral these days are nasty ones. We don't need our national discourse to become nastier than it already is. The post Perhaps Comedians Could Provide Viral Moments For Politicians In Debates? appeared first on Above the Law.

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“The Easiest Way for Congress to Rein in the Supreme Court. At least a little bit.”

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“The Easiest Way for Congress to Rein in the Supreme Court. At least a little bit.” Chris Kromphardt has this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate. The post “The Easiest Way for Congress to Rein in the Supreme Court. At least a little bit.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Texas Struggles To Find Out Who Really IS A Good Boy?

Above The Law

There’s no way that chihuahua in your purse is safety trained. The post Texas Struggles To Find Out Who Really IS A Good Boy? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

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

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DOJ Says Google Millions Of Documents Behind In Discovery

Law 360

The U.S. Department of Justice has asked a Virginia federal judge for a partial do-over on the process governing discovery in an antitrust suit over Google's control of the technology powering online advertising auctions, necessitated, the DOJ said, by the company's failure to produce millions of documents on time.

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Morning Docket: 09.11.23

Above The Law

* Harvard Law School grads don't end up in the Boston market. Here's another shocker: Yale grads don't practice in New Haven, either. [ bloomberg ] * Paul Weiss keeps raiding Kirkland. [ Financial Times ] * Can you properly call someone holding an "office" of the United States an "officer" of the United States muses former Attorney General. The answer is yes, because that's how the English language works. [ WSJ ] * Joshua Wright's behavior was an "open secret" around the law school.

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ABA's Money Laundering Resolution Is A Balancing Act

Law 360

While the American Bar Association’s recently passed resolution recognizes a lawyer's duty to discontinue representation that could facilitate money laundering and other fraudulent activity, it preserves, at least for now, the delicate balance of judicial, state-based regulation of the legal profession and the sanctity of the attorney-client relationship, say attorneys at Ballard Spahr.

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Georgia’s Southern District Has Yet To Have A Black Judge. Things Don’t Look Better After Getting Rid Of Affirmative Action.

Above The Law

Despite all the talk of progress, it still looks like the 70s. The post Georgia’s Southern District Has Yet To Have A Black Judge. Things Don’t Look Better After Getting Rid Of Affirmative Action. appeared first on Above the Law.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.