MyCase
JUNE 27, 2024
Do you know how much money flows into and out of your practice—and whether business expenses and profits are serving your firm’s goals? Taking charge of your law firm’s spend management strategy is crucial to running and maintaining a successful practice. Tracking client expenses, managing monthly budgets, and keeping tabs on your expenses, operating costs, and profitability paves the way for a sustainable future.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange , with each side exchanging 90 prisoners of war each and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) acting as an intermediary. The Tuesday exchange marked the latest in a series of periodic swaps between the two nations since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war in February 2022. The Russian defense ministry confirmed the swap and said that the released Russian military personnel were to be transported to Moscow for medical treatment and rehabilitation.
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Attorney at Work
JUNE 27, 2024
Sally Schmidt | If you haven't learned your client's preferences, you are basically saying you don't care what's important to them. The post From the Client’s Perspective: How to Keep Client Relationships From Veering Off Track appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Indonesia’s antitrust agency announced Wednesday that e-commerce giant Shopee and its courier service, Shopee Express, will make adjustments to its courier service practices in Indonesia after admitting to violating Indonesian competition laws. The Komisi Pengawas Persaingan Usaha (KPPU) , also known as the Indonesia Competition Commission, found that Shopee violated anti-competition rules by prioritizing its own courier service and excluding the listing of other delivery providers.
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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
SCOTUSBlog
JUNE 27, 2024
Share The Supreme Court on Thursday temporarily blocked a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency to reduce air pollution from power plants and other industrial facilities in 23 states. By a vote of 5-4, the justices granted a request from three states, as well as several companies and trade associations affected by the rule, to put the rule on hold while a challenge to it continues in a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C.
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Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
Supreme Court's SEC decision is dumb but also dangerous, so that's exciting. The post Supreme Court Greenlights Securities Fraud… Just As The Framers Intended appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
President William Ruto declined to assent on Wednesday to the contentious Finance Bill 2024 , sending it back to the National Assembly for reconsideration. This decision came amid ongoing protests led by Kenya’s Gen Z population voicing strong opposition to the bill. According to President Ruto: Taking into consideration the widespread expression of dissatisfaction by members of the public on the contents of the Finance Bill, 2024… in exercise of the powers conferred to me by Article
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
Word to the wise, don't do this. The post Faking It Till You Make It Doesn’t Work For Practicing Without A License appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) urged the Iraqi government on Thursday to halt the arbitrary detention and deportation of Syrian asylum seekers. According to HRW, Iraqi authorities have detained and deported Syrians even when they possessed the required Iraqi documentation. HRW reported that Iraqi authorities neither considered the asylum seeker status of Syrians nor provided any opportunity to contest the deportation orders.
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?
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
Not as ridiculous as hair dye dripping during a press conference. But close! The post Rudy’s Efforts To Fend Off Defamation Damages Are Getting Ridiculous appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
JUNE 27, 2024
Share The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that a multi-billion-dollar bankruptcy plan for Purdue Pharma, the maker of the opioid OxyContin, cannot move forward. By a vote of 5-4, the justices granted the federal government’s request to block the plan on the ground that it shields members of the Sackler family, which principally owns the company and controlled it until recently, from liability for opioid-related claims even though they did not declare bankruptcy.
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
Don't they want their summer break? The post The Supreme Court Sure Is Taking Its Time Ruining American Government appeared first on Above the Law.
LegalTalkNetwork
JUNE 27, 2024
Most individuals attend law school with the intention of pursuing a career in Big Law or a traditional legal role, not exploring alternative career paths or unlikely legal positions. However, whether you have recently graduated from law school or are considering a second career opportunity, there are many unique legal options available today. Understanding these different roles can help you make well-informed decisions about your future, opening up new and exciting opportunities outside the trad
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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
JUNE 27, 2024
An important ranking to show which firms are helping women achieve successful careers in the law. The post The Biggest Biglaw Firms With The Most Women Lawyers (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
JUNE 27, 2024
Share On Thursday, June 27, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about opinion announcements. The post Announcement of opinions for Thursday, June 27 appeared first on SCOTUSblog.
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
If the juror was a government official, they could have just waited until after the trial to give her $120k! The post Five Defendants Charged After Failed Juror-Bribing Attempt appeared first on Above the Law.
L4SB
JUNE 27, 2024
On September 4th, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission’s ban on non-compete clauses will most likely go into effect. When it does, employers must give notice to all their workers.
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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
JUNE 27, 2024
Which law firm do summer associates love most? The post Vault Ranks The Best Summer Associate Programs (2025) appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
JUNE 27, 2024
Referencing an article in this month's Georgetown Law Technology Review , ".traditional AI algorithms normally operate by carrying out a specific function or completing a task using a data set that contains information on how that function or task has previously been done In other words, traditional AI is able to follow a set of rules, make predictions, or utilize instructions to complete a task; but it is not creating anything new in doing so.
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
The lack of accommodations is a bar to the bar -- stopping some prospective lawyers in their tracks. The post Confusion, Lack Of Clarity Persists In Bar Exam Breastfeeding Standards appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Texas and the ACLU petitioned the US Supreme Court to overturn the decision of the Texas 7th Court of Appeals, which affirmed the conviction of three residents of Gainesville, Texas for the alleged “obstruction of a highway or other passageway” during a protest, the groups announced Tuesday. They also filed a stay application pending the disposition of the petition.
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
JUNE 27, 2024
There are lots of rumors behind the move. The post What’s Behind Superstar Litigator Roberta Kaplan’s New Firm? appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) rejected on Thursday four Italian citizens’ request to reduce their life imprisonment sentence to 30 years of prison and ruled that their bid was out of time. The case before the ECHR started when four Italian citizens filed a request to their national courts to review the enforcement orders of their sentences.
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
Jury Trial? With What Budget? : This SCOTUS decision could be very lucrative for you ! Sovereign Citizen Gets Creative With Judge Penalties : No way they're getting $1.5B for this. Can't Say He Didn't Try : Giuliani really doesn't want this defamation case. Congrats On The New Firm, But Why? : Roberta Kaplan's new firm raises some questions. Are You Set Up For Success?
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Military vehicles from Boliva breached the presidential palace on Wednesday in an apparent coup attempt. This came after many military vehicles were seen in Plaza Murillo where the government houses and presidential palace are located. This mobilization was met with immediate backlash from the government as the country’s president, Luis Arce, denounced the troops’ movements and called for democracy to be respected.
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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