Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Stop me if you’ve heard this one: Lawyers get sanctioned for filing bogus cases concocted by generative AI. This storyline is all too familiar to us legal professionals. While these headlines deliver a powerful cautionary message, they should not deter you from using GenAI in your law practice. What Lawyers Need to Know About GenAI […] The post Keys to Using GenAI in Your Law Practice?
JURIST
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Amnesty International on Thursday criticized a recent United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) resolution regarding human rights in Afghanistan, joining other rights groups in claiming that the resolution fails to hold human rights abusers in the country accountable. Amnesty International’s Regional Director for South Asia Smriti Singh criticized the resolution for failing to establish an “independent international accountability mechanism.” Singh stated: The HRC has yet again
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Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
New Army policy on ‘enabling modern software development’ actually doubles down on some of DoD’s worst dysfunctions, argues Warren Katz, chairman of the Alliance for Commercial Technology in Government, violating the spirit – and perhaps the letter – of the law. The post The ‘Cost Plus’ Boondoggle That Hobbles US Defense appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The UN Human Rights Council renewed the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for the Sudan , highlighting its condemnation of the ongoing conflict between the parties and its concern about the humanitarian crisis in the country. The resolution was adopted by a recorded vote of 23 to 12, an uptick from last year’s 19 to 16.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 11, 2024
“Hillsdale dads on the bench discuss role of judiciary”: Joshua Mistry of The Hillsdale Collegian has an article that begins, “Nobody screamed at a pair of federal judges in the Hoynak Room Oct. 2 — unlike what happened to one of them last year at Stanford Law School — while they discussed the common misunderstanding that the role of the judiciary is to create policy rather than apply law.
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ABA Journal
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner and its client Mondelez Global have agreed to pay $750,000 to settle claims by Mondelez employees whose private information may have…
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Will tech-savvy law departments need less outside help? The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Gen AI Versus Outside Counsel appeared first on Above the Law.
CARET Legal
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Proper coding ensures that your billing reflects the complexity and expertise required for different legal tasks, and ensures there’s full transparency in your reporting. To maintain financial integrity and profitability, being meticulous about applying the correct billing codes is a necessary evil. Proper coding ensures that your billing reflects the complexity and expertise required for different legal tasks, and ensures there’s full transparency in your reporting.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
California's Big Plan For Alternative Bar Admission Gets Nixed. The post California Holds On Tight To Its Notoriously Difficult Bar Exam appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
LawSites
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Clio’s choice of Austin, Texas, for its Clio Cloud Conference this year was a foray into enemy territory, and the enemy responded strategically with guerilla tactics of its own. Austin, as it happens, is the home base of AffiniPay, the parent company of MyCase, LawPay, CASEPeer and Docketwise, all of which are competitors to Clio.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Sorry, Diddy, but there's no 'spaghetti, fettucini, and veal' behind bars. The post No More ‘Three-Course Meals’: Diddy’s Lawyer Says Jail Food Has Been ‘Rough’ On Client’s Gourmet Palate appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The US Department of Justice announced Thursday that TD Bank pled guilty to violations of the Bank Secrecy Act for “willful failure to maintain an adequate anti-money laundering program.” The guilty plea arises from TD Bank’s fundamental failures to uphold its legal obligations and the harm caused to the public and the US financial system.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
As with eating, clients are less likely to choke on the bill if it's broken up into smaller pieces. The post It Can Be Difficult To Estimate The Cost Of Legal Services appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The United Nations and the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights (ACHPR) raised concerns in a press release on Thursday over Guinean civil society activists Oumar Sylla and Mamadou Billo Bah’s disappearance as experts say they could face torture, mistreatment, and even extra-judicial execution. The UN and ACHPR experts stressed that Guinea authorities’ failure to address the activists’ disappearance and the deprivation of their rights constitute an enforced disa
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
From the MAYOR-BEATS-FEDS dept The post The FBI Has Apparently Spent A Year Trying To Crack NYC Mayor Eric Adams’s Personal Phone appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 11, 2024
“Is SCOTUS Error Correction in Capital Cases Feasible?” Michael C. Dorf has this post at his blog, “Dorf on Law.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
This veteran is being granted a rare opportunity as a law student -- leading a game flyover as a pilot. The post Law Student To Lead Helicopter Flyover At Big SEC Football Game 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?
Law 360
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Defense on Friday finalized a rule implementing its sweeping Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program, which will attach a minimum cybersecurity requirement to nearly all DOD contracts.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to hear a retirement fee suit from Cornell workers means new precedent is coming that could harmonize an uneven set of circuit standards for what it takes to pursue a prohibited transaction claim under federal benefits law, attorneys say.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Each interaction is an opportunity to engage in a meaningful and enjoyable dialogue. The post Conquering Conferences: Making Every Conversation Count appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
iHire
OCTOBER 11, 2024
What is everboarding? Learn how continuous onboarding can help your organization with these employee onboarding best practices.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Above the Law’s Olga V. Mack will be hosting focus groups as part of our annual In-House Compensation Report. Here’s how you can join. The post Join The Conversation On In-House Careers! appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
OCTOBER 11, 2024
The federal government told a Texas federal judge Friday that its proposed deal with The Boeing Co. over allegations that it lied to safety regulators about the 737 Max 8's development is "the best the government could do," pushing back against vehement objection from crash victims' families, who called the deal "rotten" and "morally reprehensible.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 11, 2024
You're Telling On Yourself : Partner accused of using office for adult videos without sharing profits. Year In The Making : The Feds have been trying to crack Eric Adams’s phone for a while now. California Dubs The Portfolio : Nice try, no dice. High-Flying Tricks! : Law student leads helicopter flyover. The post Where Do I Recognize That Black Couch From?!
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