Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Here’s a quick guide to four core learning styles and how you can apply them to better master legal tech. The post To Master New Legal Technology, Adjust Your Training Methods to Different Learning Styles appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Officials from Ukraine reported that Russia launched two drone attacks on the Saint Panteleimon hospital in Sumy on Saturday, violating international humanitarian law. Article 18 of the Fourth Geneva Convention stipulates that civilian hospitals must never be the object of attack under any circumstances and must always be respected and protected by the parties to a conflict.
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ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Amnesty International highlighted the failure of successive Iraqi governments to ensure justice, truth, and reparation for the lethal crackdown on the 2019 Tishreen protests, in a report published on Monday. Titled “We hold them responsible for the blood of our youth,” the report reveals ongoing neglect and impunity five years after nationwide demonstrations led to hundreds of deaths, disappearances and thousands of injuries among protesters.
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Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Alabama SOS Wes Allen might not have consulted a lawyer about the latest voter purge. But he's definitely going to need one now. The post Alabama Purges Voter Rolls, VRA Be Damned appeared first on Above the Law.
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LawSites
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
A federal judge in Delaware has dismissed the claim by now-shuttered legal research startup ROSS Intelligence that Thomson Reuters violated federal antitrust law by unlawfully tying its search tool to its public law database in order to maintain its dominance in the overall market for legal search platforms.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Thanks, Chief Justice Roberts! The post Eric Adams Argues That Turkish Delights Slipped Into His Pasties Were Tips, Not Bribes appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
A website that billed itself as the “world’s first robot lawyer” has agreed to pay $193,000 to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations that it did…
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Who hired this guy? The post Bomb Threat Alleged To Have Ties To District Attorney’s Office appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Human Rights Watch raised concerns on Monday about an ordinance enacted by Niger’s military general Abdourahamane Tiani. The ordinance authorizes the creation of a database containing information on individuals, groups and entities suspected of involvement in terrorist activities, which the group argued breaches the country’s obligation under the UN Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
David Tepper is buying what Xi Jinping is selling. The post Brass Balls In Beijing appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Amnesty International announced on Sunday that Saudi Arabia has put to death over 198 individuals in 2024 so far, the highest toll in the country in decades. The group found the state to have “ramped up executions while routinely failing to abide by international fair trial standards and safeguards for defendants,” with many sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia also being subject to human rights abuses through unfair trials.
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Modern trial practice has evolved beyond basic organization. With technology reshaping courtrooms and attorneys expecting more than ever, paralegals need to elevate their capabilities while mastering the fundamentals of trial excellence. This comprehensive guide from Steno, built from author Joe Stephens' real-world experience as both a practicing attorney and law professor, provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional trial support in today's complex legal environment.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Last week, Congress reintroduced legislation that will extend federal anti-discrimination protections to more than 30,000 federal judiciary employees, including law clerks and federal public defenders. The post Congress To Federal Judges: You Are Not Above The Law appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Siemens Energy on Monday pled guilty to wire fraud and agreed to pay $104 million to put to rest federal prosecutors' case accusing the company of misappropriating the confidential information of General Electric and Mitsubishi, a plea deal that comes after multiple former Siemens executives pled guilty in related cases.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
She hopes to successfully guide the firm into the future. The post Top Biglaw Firm Announces Its First Female Firmwide Managing Partner In History appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Sullivan & Cromwell did not ignore “red flags” that would have alerted it to misconduct when it represented Samuel Bankman-Fried, the founder of cryptocurrency exchange…
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Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Will a new law school be able to take the No. 1 spot away from Yale? We'll have to wait and see in the real U.S. News law school rankings. The post U.S. News Law School Rankings Prediction Sees A Huge, Historic Change At The Top appeared first on Above the Law.
L4SB
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Corporations are powerful legal entities, existing as separate entities from their owners, created under state law to conduct business. For shareholders, the benefits can be substantial—profits, dividends, and a voice.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The firm is already big, but it wants to become more profitable. The post Mega Biglaw Firm Plans To Get Even Bigger, Focuses On New York appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
This semi-monthly column by Sabrina I. Pacifici hhighlights news, government reports, NGO/IGO papers, industry white papers, academic papers and speeches on the subject of AI’s fast paced impact on the banking and finance sectors. The chronological links provided are to the primary sources, and as available, indicate links to alternate free versions.
Speaker: Andrew Klein
Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The longtime midsize firm was unable to find a suitable merger partner to save it from closure. The post Well-Known Midsize Boston Firm Shutters After Biglaw Firms Poach Half Its Lawyers appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Articles and Columns for September 2024 When Should Presenters Apologize? – Referencing decades of experience as a presenter and an attendee at presentations, Jerry Lawson cautions us not to begin a presentation with an apology, which can be compelled by a tech glitch or some other reason not within our control. Lawson states that the habit.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Using actual humans to perform an initial review isn't gone yet, but the days are numbered. The post RIP To Human First Pass Document Review? appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
“Ex-Alaska Judge’s Misconduct Triggers New Trial in Criminal Case; Judge Marco Hernandez granted new trial; Kindred received nude photos from involved prosecutor”: Suzanne Monyak of Bloomberg Law has this report.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.
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