Attorney at Work
JULY 16, 2024
Ivy Grey | Two powerful grammatical tools help lawyers write about hypotheticals with precision and clarity. The post How to Master the Subjunctive and Conditional for Precise Legal Writing appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
JULY 16, 2024
Canada Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree apologized Monday to the nine Dakota and Lakota First Nations for denying their constitutional recognition and protection. The apology symbolized the Canadian government’s formal recognition of these First Nations as “Aboriginal peoples of Canada” under section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982.
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Sterno
JULY 16, 2024
Attorneys have long struggled with efficiently extracting relevant information from lengthy deposition transcripts. Now there's a way to tackle this issue head-on. Transcript Genius , Steno's AI-powered tool for transcript analysis, is reshaping the way transcript summarization is done.
JURIST
JULY 16, 2024
The Greek Ministry of Labor and Social Security announced Monday that they would be restricting outdoor work, ordering businesses to refrain from allowing their employees to perform heavy outdoor labor during the afternoon as the extreme heatwave plaguing southern Europe enters its second week. With temperatures expected to hit 42 degrees Celsius on Wednesday and Thursday in Greece and several neighboring countries, the government has implemented several emergency measures, including a ban on c
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.
LDA PRO
JULY 16, 2024
Evicting a tenant can be a stressful and time-consuming ordeal for any landlord. Between navigating complex legalities, dealing with noisy tenants, and the sheer burden of paperwork, the process can quickly become overwhelming. This is where professional eviction services like LDA Pro Eviction service near me come in. LDA Pro offers a comprehensive suite of eviction services designed to streamline the process for landlords, minimizing stress and maximizing efficiency.
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Above The Law
JULY 16, 2024
It's not flattering to the GOP pick for Vice President. The post JD Vance’s Yale Law School Classmates Trying To Derail His Political Career appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JULY 16, 2024
The Trial Panel at the Kosovo tribunal in The Hague sentenced the former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) member Pjeter Shala to 18 years in prison on Tuesday for war crimes committed during the 1998-1999 Kosovo War. The court found Shala guilty of arbitrary detention, cruel treatment, torture and murder. The court stated that Shala had participated in the depravation of victims’ liberty through the “acts of cruel treatment and torture.” Shala and his associates had arrested and de
HowAppealing
JULY 16, 2024
“Usha Vance, wife of Trump’s VP pick J.D. Vance, is a lawyer and Yale graduate; Usha Vance, the child of Indian immigrants and raised in San Diego, clerked for Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh and has degrees from Yale and Cambridge”: Adela Suliman of The Washington Post has this report.
JURIST
JULY 16, 2024
A three-judge bench of the Supreme Court of India led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud issued a six-week notice to the Union Government and the Ministry of Defence on Monday to respond to a writ petition filed by the State of Nagaland seeking approval to prosecute 30 Indian Army personnel implicated in the deaths of 13 civilians. The petition argues that the Centre’s refusal to sanction prosecution under the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (“AFSPA”) of 1958 is arbitrary and against public i
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.
HowAppealing
JULY 16, 2024
“US judiciary to consider new ethical guidance for law clerk hiring”: Nate Raymond of Reuters has this report. And Suzanne Monyak of Bloomberg Law reports that “ Judiciary Weighs Guidance on Ethical Hiring for Law Clerks; Judiciary considers guidance on law clerk hiring; Stems from clerk who reportedly sent racist texts.
JURIST
JULY 16, 2024
Albania’s Ministry of Justice allowed Monday the temporary release of jailed politician Fredi Beleri to travel to Strasbourg, France and take oath as a member of the European Parliament after he won a seat in the European elections held in June. Local media reported that Albania’s Ministry of Justice and General Directorate of Prisons granted Beleri a five-day temporary leave from prison to attend the EU’s Parliament inaugural session and take up his seat as an EU lawmaker.
HowAppealing
JULY 16, 2024
“Former Bankruptcy Judge David R. Jones Under Criminal Investigation Over Relationship With Lawyer; Federal prosecutors are probing the former Houston bankruptcy judge’s romantic relationship with lawyer Elizabeth Freeman”: Alexander Gladstone and Andrew Scurria of The Wall Street Journal have this report.
JURIST
JULY 16, 2024
A Moscow court on Monday sentenced Russian-American journalist Masha Gessen in absentia to eight years in prison under Article 207.3 of the Russian Criminal Code over charges of spreading false information on Russian armed forces. The court also banned Gessen from managing online resources for four years. Russia issued an arrest warrant in December 2023 for Gessen and ordered Gessen’s arrest in absentia afterward.
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HowAppealing
JULY 16, 2024
“Minnesota Gun Carry Age Restriction Struck Down by Appeals Court; 18-to-20 year-olds can get public carry permits under ruling; Minnesota didn’t meet Bruen, Rahimi standards, 8th Cir. says”: Mike Vilensky of Bloomberg Law has this report on a decision that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit issued today.
Above The Law
JULY 16, 2024
Poppy Bale Dyer of LEAP details how lawyers can find new levels of productivity and business success. The post How 3 New Legal AI Tools Will Strengthen Firms appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
JULY 16, 2024
“Delaware Weapons Ban Can Stay in Effect, Third Circuit Says; Preliminary injunction isn’t merited, appeals court says; Court doesn’t say whether challenge likely to ultimately succeed”: Mike Vilensky of Bloomberg Law has this report on a decision that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued yesterday.
Above The Law
JULY 16, 2024
How many of us feel motivated and then actually follow through on those feelings? The post For Lawyers Looking To Make It Rain: Discipline Eats Motivation For Breakfast! appeared first on Above the Law.
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HowAppealing
JULY 16, 2024
“Even When Big Cases Intersect With Their Families’ Interests, Many Judges Choose Not to Recuse; Ambiguous — and unenforced — recusal standards mean few checks and balances for top judges when cases involve their family members”: Noah Pransky, Brooke Williams, and Andrew Botolino of ProPublica have this report. And Jared Kofsky of ABC News reports that “ ProPublica: Judges often don’t recuse themselves when parties have financial ties to their relatives; Some advoca
Above The Law
JULY 16, 2024
Judges that decline to inform parties of their conflicting interests, even potential ones, preclude litigants from making informed decisions. The post Double-Check To Make Sure Your Judge Isn’t One Half Of A Power Couple appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
JULY 16, 2024
“Prosecutors Eye Conflicts in 23 Cases in Alaska Judge Fallout”: Jacqueline Thomsen and Suzanne Monyak of Bloomberg Law have this report.
Above The Law
JULY 16, 2024
No more excuses when it comes to firm accounting. The post Clio Adds Accounting Capabilities For Lawyers Who Were Told There Would Be No Math appeared first on Above the Law.
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.
Law 360
JULY 16, 2024
My ongoing military experience as a judge advocate general in the National Guard has shaped me as a person and a lawyer, teaching me the importance of embracing confidence, balance and teamwork in both my Army and civilian roles, says Danielle Aymond at Baker Donelson.
Above The Law
JULY 16, 2024
Need to go to trial? You’ll definitely want to hire one of these law firms. The post Ranking The Best Trial Practices: America’s Elite Trial Lawyers (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
JULY 16, 2024
A California federal judge signed off on a $16 million deal Tuesday settling a suit accusing Delta Air Lines of wage statement violations under the California Labor Code and Private Attorneys General Act, finding the deal fair and reasonable.
Above The Law
JULY 16, 2024
The law school was also singled out for giving students the best classroom experience. The post The Best Professors In Law School appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a
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