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Australia establishes federal anti-slavery commissioner following election promise
JURIST
MAY 29, 2024
The Australian Parliament on Tuesday passed the Modern Slavery Amendment (Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner) Bill 2023 which has the effect of establishing the first federal Anti-Slavery Commissioner as an independent statutory officeholder. The functions include promoting compliance with the Modern Slavery Act , supporting victims of modern slavery, advising the government and advocating for continuous improvement.
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This Is How to Make Friends in Three Easy Steps
Attorney at Work
MAY 29, 2024
There's no magic spell for how to make friends, but there is a proven formula that's one part authenticity and two parts patience. The post This Is How to Make Friends in Three Easy Steps appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Taiwan legislature passes parliamentary reform amid constitutional controversies
JURIST
MAY 29, 2024
The Taiwan Legislative Yuan, the island’s parliament, passed controversial parliamentary reforms on Tuesday as 70,000 citizens assembled outside the parliament to protest against the changes. The cabinet, chaired by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), will send back the legislation to the Legislative Yuan for review due to concerns about how the bill was passed and vague terminology.
Research: The Anatomy of a Legal Brief
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Why does it take 20-40 hrs. to create a compliant legal brief? TypeLaw analyzed 10,000+ briefs to determine the anatomy of the average brief—how many words, paragraphs, citations to the record, and more. See the research results in this infographic.
Federalist Society’s Leonard Leo Shows Contempt For Subpoena
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
He does have a lot of friends in some very high places. The post Federalist Society’s Leonard Leo Shows Contempt For Subpoena appeared first on Above the Law.
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Amy Coney Barrett’s Husband Works On Behalf Of Fox News And That’s Actually Not A Big Deal
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
Breaking: Amy Coney Barrett's husband is a lawyer! The post Amy Coney Barrett’s Husband Works On Behalf Of Fox News And That’s Actually Not A Big Deal appeared first on Above the Law.
Thailand court sentences musician to four years in prison for royal insult
JURIST
MAY 29, 2024
Thai activist musician Chai-amorn Kaewwiboonpan was sentenced by the Criminal courts on Monday to four years of imprisonment for actions deemed insulting to Thailand’s monarchy and for violating the country’s Computer Crime Act. The charges stem from an incident in 2021 where Chai-amorn publicly admitted to burning a portrait of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn.
Jenna Ellis Is Sorry About All That
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
Well, not all that sorry. The post Jenna Ellis Is Sorry About All That appeared first on Above the Law.
How to enable track changes in Word, and more
OneLegal
MAY 29, 2024
How do you track changes in Word? Do not fear, we’re here to help! If you work in a law office, then it’s a near certainty that you’re familiar with collaborating on documents using Word’s track changes features. Today, now that almost all legal writing involves some sort of collaboration, it’s a hugely valuable and […] The post How to enable track changes in Word, and more appeared first on One Legal.
Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal
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!
J.D. Power: Customer Experience Gap Grows Among Commercial Health Plans
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
A new J.D. Power ranking of commercial health plans found a major difference in customer satisfaction between the top and bottom-ranked health plans. The post J.D. Power: Customer Experience Gap Grows Among Commercial Health Plans appeared first on MedCity News.
Evaluating Generative AI for Legal Research: A Benchmarking Project
LLRX
MAY 29, 2024
It is difficult to test Large-Language Models (LLMs) without back-end access to run evaluations. So to test the abilities of these products, librarians can use prompt engineering to figure out how to get desired results (controlling statutes, key cases, drafts of a memo, etc.). Some models are more successful than others at achieving specific results.
Don’t Be Angry At A Lawyer For A Client’s Behavior
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
In most circumstances, it usually does not make sense to be angry or rude to a lawyer because of something a client did. The post Don’t Be Angry At A Lawyer For A Client’s Behavior appeared first on Above the Law.
Digital rights and civil society groups urge YouTube and Google to resist Russia censorship
JURIST
MAY 29, 2024
Digital rights group Access Now, alongside over 20 Russian and international civil society organizations, called on YouTube and its parent company Google to cease aiding the Kremlin in censoring independent media and human rights organizations in Russia, in an open letter on Tuesday. The letter, titled ‘Open letter to YouTube and Google: Stop helping Roskomnadzor censor Runet,’ demands that YouTube and Google assess all blocking orders against international human rights standards an
What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!
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.
A Step-By-Step Guide To Writing More Effective Hate Mail To Some Random Writer On The Internet
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
You don't have to be Hemingway to get a writer to read your hate mail, but you do need to go through it at least a few times and fix the more blatant grammatical travesties. The post A Step-By-Step Guide To Writing More Effective Hate Mail To Some Random Writer On The Internet appeared first on Above the Law.
Human Rights Watch reports systematic repression of Belarus human rights lawyers
JURIST
MAY 29, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) with the Belarusian Association of Human Rights Lawyers and Right to Defence released on Monday a report into the politically motivated crackdown on human rights lawyers in Belarus. The report examines the governmental control over the legal profession and highlights the political motivation behind six lawyers prosecuted and the 140 lawyers who were disbarred or had their license revoked, contrary to international human rights and the rule of law.
Sonia Sotomayor Shares Feelings Of ‘Desperation’ As A Liberal SCOTUS Justice
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
The high court’s leading liberal justice also said she sometimes sheds tears in her office. The post Sonia Sotomayor Shares Feelings Of ‘Desperation’ As A Liberal SCOTUS Justice appeared first on Above the Law.
Netherlands public prosecution service prosecutes teen boy for assaulting politician Thierry Baudet
JURIST
MAY 29, 2024
A 16-year-old boy who assaulted a politician will be prosecuted by the public prosecution service on charges of attempted serious assault, local media said on Monday. The boy, who was 15 at that time, assaulted Thierry Baudet, the leader of Forum voor Democratie, in Groningen last year. The politician was about to take a photo in a café with the boy after an event for the elections of the House of Representatives but was suddenly hit with a beer bottle and was then transported to a hospital for
6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight
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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
Sam Alito’s In Distress Of His Own Making
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
An appeal to common sense is denied. The post Sam Alito’s In Distress Of His Own Making appeared first on Above the Law.
Georgia parliament overrides president veto of controversial ‘foreign influence’ bill
JURIST
MAY 29, 2024
The ruling Georgian Dream party overrode a veto from President Salome Zourabichvili Tuesday allowing controversial “foreign influence” legislation affecting media and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the country to become law. The parliament overwhelmingly voted with 66 votes in favor of overriding Zourabichvili’s veto and voted with a majority of 84-4 votes in favor of the bill, giving the president five days to sign the bill or leave it to the speaker of parliament
Alito Thinks His Pro-Insurrection House Decoration Doesn’t Make Him Biased — See Also
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
Alito Still Keeping Up The Impartial Act: Why stop blaming the wife if it keeps working ? Prepare For The TikTok Showdown!: The major free speech case is on the fast track. Adios, Jenna Ellis!: Have fun with that suspension. So, What Are You Doing After This?: Lawyers share advice on (early?) retirement. Amy Coney Barrett Didn't Do Anything Wrong This Time: Things may change if the case hits the Supreme Court.
“The strange case of Alito v. Alito; Alito-gate: The justice, his wife, her flags and their ethics.”
HowAppealing
MAY 29, 2024
“The strange case of Alito v. Alito; Alito-gate: The justice, his wife, her flags and their ethics.” Columnist Ruth Marcus has this essay online at The Washington Post. Also online at The Washington Post, columnist Monica Hesse has an essay titled “ It’s a woman’s right to fly her own flag! Hear, hear Justice Alito. The Supreme Court justice is defending a woman’s freedom to make her own decisions without the influence of a man.
The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI
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?
The Growing Support For The New-And-Improved Bar Eam
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
Big bar exam changes coming! The post The Growing Support For The New-And-Improved Bar Eam appeared first on Above the Law.
“ExxonMobil Argues Co-Defendant’s Settlement Barred Claims That Yielded $725M Benzene Verdict; The company asserted in a recent post-trial brief that the plaintiffs were not entitled to recover against ExxonMobil at all because they had already been compensated by another defendant for their injuries”
HowAppealing
MAY 29, 2024
“ExxonMobil Argues Co-Defendant’s Settlement Barred Claims That Yielded $725M Benzene Verdict; The company asserted in a recent post-trial brief that the plaintiffs were not entitled to recover against ExxonMobil at all because they had already been compensated by another defendant for their injuries”: Aleeza Furman of The Legal Intelligencer has this report.
Where To Read And How To Contact Above The Law
Above The Law
MAY 29, 2024
As always, we'll keep your name strictly confidential. We'd love to hear from you! The post Where To Read And How To Contact Above The Law appeared first on Above the Law.
“US judge makes ‘unthinkable’ pitch to use AI to interpret legal texts”
HowAppealing
MAY 29, 2024
“US judge makes ‘unthinkable’ pitch to use AI to interpret legal texts”: Nate Raymond of Reuters has a report that begins, “A federal appeals court judge used a concurring opinion in an insurance dispute to lay out what he called an ‘unthinkable’ proposal: That courts begin using artificial intelligence programs to help interpret words and phrases in legal texts.” On Tuesday, Eleventh Circuit Judge Kevin C.
Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals
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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.
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