ABA Journal
DECEMBER 1, 2023
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JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk condemned on Thursday the Russian Supreme Court’s decision to outlaw the LGBTQ+ movement in the country and label proponents of the movement “extremists” under new legislation. The court’s decision is the most recent development in Russia’s ongoing crackdown against LGBTQ+ people within the country.
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Is it wrong to approach a party represented by counsel and urge them to sign away their rights? Who can say! The post Alina Habba, You Got Some ‘Splainin’ To Do! appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
A federal judge ruled on Thursday to temporarily block Montana’s ban on TikTok from coming into effect in the state. In issuing the preliminary injunction , US District Judge Donald Molloy found that Senate Bill 419 violates the US Constitution “in more ways than one” after determining that the ban “oversteps state power and infringes on the Constitutional rights of users and businesses.
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 1, 2023
Amy Wax invited a white nationalist to campus and one of her students wants everyone to be more polite about it. The post Law Student Writes Dean To Complain Classmates Aren’t Nicer To The White Supremacist On Campus appeared first on Above the Law.
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HowAppealing
DECEMBER 1, 2023
“Title IX and the Assault on Hillsdale College; The school gets no federal money, but a lawsuit seeks to rope it in because it’s a tax-exempt nonprofit”: Tunku Varadarajan will have this op-ed in Saturday’s edition of The Wall Street Journal. On January 25, 2024, I will be arguing on behalf of the plaintiffs-appellees the Fourth Circuit appeal mentioned in the op-ed.
JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The UK Ministry of Justice announced plans to reform Imprisonment for Public Protection (“IPP”) sentences. IPP sentences, originally intended to prevent offenders considered “dangerous” from being released despite their offense not warranting a life sentence, have not been used since 2012. However, many still have ongoing IPP sentences today, leaving them in prison indefinitely or with the possibility of recall at any time hanging over their head.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 1, 2023
“Parsing Invalidating Statutes (Part II)”: John F. Coyle has this post at the “Transnational Litigation Blog.” The post begins, “In a prior post, I argued that the precise language used in state statutes purporting to invalidate choice-of-law clauses and forum selection clauses can have outsized effects in litigation. In this post, I continue this discussion by highlighting several statutes that purport to invalidate choice-of-law clauses in insurance contracts.R
JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The Death Penalty Information Center (DPIC) released their annual report on Friday, reporting that for the first time more Americans believe the death penalty is administered unfairly than those who believe otherwise. The report also revealed that there were more death penalty sentences imposed than executions carried out during 2023. A majority of US state have abolished or paused death penalty executions.
Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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 1, 2023
From the that's-not-how-any-of-this-works dept The post Elon Says Copyright/AI Lawsuits Don’t Matter Because ‘Digital God’ Will Arrive Before They’re Decided appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The Canadian federal government on Wednesday announced an agreement with Google that will see the tech company compensate news Canadian news publishers. This marked a shift from Google’s initial stance of potentially blocking all Canadian news content following the introduction of the new Online News Act. Under the terms of the agreement, Google will contribute 100 million Canadian dollars ($73.5 million) annually, indexed to inflation, to support a diverse range of news businesses throughout Ca
Above The Law
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, a trailblazer for women in the legal profession, has passed away. The post Sandra Day O’Connor, The First Woman To Serve On The Supreme Court, Has Died appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The High Constitutional Court of Madagascar ratified on Friday the victory of the sitting president Andry Rajoelina in the country’s most recent election. Rajoelina’s victory means he will serve a third term as Madagascar’s president. The elections were held on November 16 after the court postponed the elections for a week after Rajoelina and one other presidential candidate were injured during protests about the election.
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Must Be Strange Being Superior And The True Victims: Yes. Amy Wax is involved. The Month Starts Strong With Bonuses!: Covington , Baker Botts , Yetter , Simpson Thatcher , Gibson Dunn , and Vinson & Elkins. Sandra Day O'Connor Has Passed Away: What a legacy to leave behind. Share In The Festivities! : Make sure to submit your holiday card ! Come Party With Us!
JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Hong Kong’s District Court sentenced a Hong Kong woman, Lee Yan-yan, to five and a half years in prison on Wednesday, according to Hong Kong Free Press. She was previously convicted in October of rioting, wounding with intent, and perverting the course of justice for engaging in a “vigilante” incident on September 21, 2019, the two-month anniversary of the 2019 Yuen Long mob attack.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Boost your law practice with our effective methods to improve client conversion, from website enhancement to leveraging social proof. The post Improve Your Law Firm’s Client Conversion appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The UN Human Rights Office released a statement on Tuesday condemning Iran’s execution of 17-year-old Hamidreza Azari and 22-year-old Milad Zohrevand on November 24. The office urged Iran to impose a moratorium on death penalty cases and to cease “using criminal procedures to punish political activists and others for exercising their rights to freedom of speech and peaceful assembly.” Iranian authorities executed Azari over accusations that he committed murder in April, when h
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Where does your firm stand when it comes to salary increases and bonuses? Get all the latest updates. The post Associate Compensation Scorecard: Biglaw’s 2023 Cash Bash appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
DECEMBER 1, 2023
BigLaw attorneys mentored by former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, who died Friday after a lengthy battle with dementia, say she'll be remembered as an incisive jurist who always put facts and practical considerations above abstract ideological commitments, as well as a deeply gracious and down-to-earth woman who never let her dedication to the law overshadow her zest for life.
OneLegal
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Legal professionals answer questions about their industry and their role within it on a daily basis (especially during the holidays). Here are the most frequent questions you can expect to field this holiday season. The post 8 questions about the legal industry you’ll be asked this holiday season appeared first on One Legal.
Law 360
DECEMBER 1, 2023
A Southwestern cowgirl who will always be known as the first woman to sit on the U.S. Supreme Court, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor inspired those around her with an indomitable work ethic, a deep affection for public service and an innate ability to drive consensus among her colleagues.
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.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 1, 2023
This week in AI news. The post AI Update: Industry Moves On Data Provenance, Microsoft Joins OpenAI Board, Client AI Disclosures appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
DECEMBER 1, 2023
A Second Circuit panel on Friday declined to resuscitate a Connecticut doctor's defamation lawsuit against Jackson Lewis PC, upholding a trial judge's ruling that the firm could not be sued for forwarding a sexual assault and harassment investigation commissioned by a hospital to employees who needed to review it.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Although you can't spell 'client' without 'lie,' many times, the problem isn't intentional deception, just miscommunication. The post Trust What Clients Say, But Verify appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
DECEMBER 1, 2023
K&L Gates LLP has added a partner to its asset management and investment funds practice who was most recently a general counsel and chief compliance officer at exchange-traded fund issuer Innovator ETFs, the firm has announced.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
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