JURIST

JANUARY 9, 2025

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) released a statement on Wednesday announcing that Takeshi Ebisawa, allegedly a prominent figure in Japan’s Yakuza crime syndicate , has pleaded guilty to conspiring to traffic nuclear materials from Myanmar. This admission comes amid a broader investigation into a complex international network involved in the trafficking of drugs, weapons, and laundered funds.

Attorney 232

Attorney Court Laws 232

JayS.Rothman&Associates

JANUARY 9, 2025

Workplace retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for engaging in a protected activity, such as reporting discrimination or unsafe working conditions. In California, employees are protected from retaliation under state and federal laws. Taking the proper steps can help safeguard your rights. Document the retaliation Start by keeping detailed records of the incidents.

Human Resources 98

Human Resources Legal Legal Laws 98

JURIST

JANUARY 9, 2025

The World Economic Forum (WEF) on Thursday urged companies worldwide to intensify efforts to prevent forced labor, a pervasive issue that continues to effect approximately 27.6 million individuals, including 3.3 million children, highlighting the urgent need for action across economic sectors and nations. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), forced labor occurs when individuals are compelled to work through threats, violence, or deception, preventing them from refusing or es

Diligence 238

Diligence Construction Manufacturing Government 238

HowAppealing

JANUARY 9, 2025

“Arkansas Supreme Court chief justice rejects colleagues orders, citing constitutional authority; Chief Justice Karen Baker also denounces an employment agreement between five justices and a judicial employee she attempted to fire last week”: Tess Vrbin of Arkansas Advocate has this report , along with an article headlined “ Arkansas Supreme Court chief justice digs up predecessors 2017 memo in dispute with colleagues; Majority of justices have voided some of Bakers actions sin

Court 100

Court 100

Advertisement

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.

Legal

JURIST

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China announced the conclusion of an unfair trading practices investigation into the European Union’s Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), concluding that the regulation unreasonably restricts the entry of Chinese companies’ products, services and investments into the EU market, damaging the competitiveness of Chinese companies and their products.

211

211

JURIST

JANUARY 9, 2025

Amnesty International urged Cameroon to improve its human rights situation Thursday, responding to the country’s suspension of four non-governmental organizations (NGOs), including the Central African Human Rights Defenders Network (REDHAC) , and the alleged harassment of Cameroonian lawyer and REDHAC board president Alice Nkom. On December 5, Cameroonian Minister of Territorial Administration Paul Atanga Nji issued a decree suspending REDHAC’s and other NGOs’ activities for th

Lawyers 151

Lawyers Lawyer Finance Laws 151

JonathanTurley

JANUARY 9, 2025

In the annals of environmental law, no creature is more famous than the Snail Darter, the endangered species that showdown completion of the Tellico Dam in the 1970s. It required congressional legislation to allow the dam to be finished after years in the courts where judges maintained that the species had to be protected under the Endangered Species Act.

Litigating 67

Litigating Litigation Construction Court Rules 67

JURIST

JANUARY 9, 2025

A UK Independent Afghanistan Inquiry published Wednesday has shed light on allegations of unlawful killings carried out by British special forces in Afghanistan between 2010 and 2013. The inquiry, which examined classified military records, whistleblower accounts, and survivor testimonies, uncovered a disturbing pattern of behavior that raises serious questions about accountability and the rule of law in armed conflict.

Statute 118

Statute Government Laws Legal 118

LawVu

JANUARY 9, 2025

What is legal matter management software and why is it important? Legal teams have a critical role in modern organizations, acting as both protectors and enablers. Without efficient processes or the right tools, they can find themselves pulled into repetitive manual work, leaving little time for the tasks that truly support the business. Legal matter management software empowers in-house legal teams to streamline legal operations by standardizing workflows and processes, reducing manual administ

Legal 52

Legal Legal Project Management Document Management 52

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!

Paralegals

JURIST

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Lebanese government deported Abdulrahman Youssef al-Qardawi , an Egyptian-Turkish poet, to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday, prompting accusations from HRW that the deportation decision was unlawful and intended to silence dissent. HRW expressed serious concerns regarding Abdulrahman’s safety, highlighting that he faces a high risk of torture and an unfair trial upon his arrival in the UAE.

Government 104

Government Lawyers Lawyer Laws 104

EvidenceProf Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

Similar to its federal counterpart, Maine Rule of Evidence 803(2) provides an exception to the rule against hearsay for "[a] statement relating to a startling event or condition, made while the declarant was under the stress of excitement that it.

Court 122

Court 122

JURIST

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported on Thursday that over 125,000 Syrian refugees have returned to their homeland since the fall of the Assad regime. However, UNHCR has issued warnings about the challenges these returnees face, emphasizing that while many are hopeful, the reality is stark and fraught with difficulties.

Healthcare 104

Healthcare Education Laws 104

Above The Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

A Deloitte-led panel predicts that AI will be everywhere but invisible. What would this mean for legal? The post What I Learned At CES About Law Practice Management appeared first on Above the Law.

Laws 120

Laws Legal Legal Law Firm 120

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.

Finance

LawSites

JANUARY 9, 2025

With this post, voting is now officially open! Help pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to compete at the ninth-annual Startup Alley atABA TECHSHOW, April 2-5,2025.

Legal 119

Legal Legal 119

Above The Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

Are you a lawyer interested in moving to a nonlegal career? Start that journey here. The post The Great Escape: Nonlegal Careers For Lawyers appeared first on Above the Law.

Lawyers 117

Lawyers Lawyer Laws Attorney 117

HowAppealing

JANUARY 9, 2025

“State Supreme Court Blitz [Deep Dive #5]: The most important decisions from state supreme courts in December 2024.” Adam Feldman has this post at his “Legalytics” Substack site.

Court 100

Court 100

Above The Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

The office closure trend continues into the new year, marking the 15th U.S.-based firm to reduce its presence in China. The post Say Hello To The First Biglaw Firm To Close An Office In China In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law.

Laws 114

Laws 114

Advertisement

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

Contract

HowAppealing

JANUARY 9, 2025

“Judges Speak On Classical Legal Theory: A Model Opinion By Judge Matey and an Illuminating Lecture By Lord Sales.” Adrian Vermeule has this post at “The New Digest” Substack site.

Legal 100

Legal Legal 100

Above The Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

Bonus season isn't over yet! The post Top 20 Biglaw Firm Announces Bonus Structure For Associates appeared first on Above the Law.

Laws 113

Laws 113

HowAppealing

JANUARY 9, 2025

“Medias Latest Alito Conspiracy Theory Is Particularly Ridiculous”: Mollie Hemingway has this essay online at The Federalist.

100

100

Above The Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

Congestion pricing isn't the only big change in New York! The post NextGen Secures Huge State In Its Race For Mass Adoption appeared first on Above the Law.

Laws 113

Laws Law School 113

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?

Paralegals

Law 360

JANUARY 9, 2025

OpenAI and its backers at Microsoft will try persuading a New York judge to dismiss one of the major copyright suits against them, with arguments that using news stories to train the startup's artificial intelligence model is a "transformative" use.Here's a spotlight on where that case stands plus all the other major intellectual property matters on deck in the coming week.

98

98

Above The Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

Things have changed a bunch over the last 15 years. The post The Associate Tier Is Shrinking At Top Biglaw Firms appeared first on Above the Law.

Laws 111

Laws 111

Law 360

JANUARY 9, 2025

A New Jersey federal magistrate judge has denied a credit reporting agency's bid to depose four U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission attorneys and to compel the production of their witness interview notes in a civil enforcement action over an alleged $73 million fraud, ruling the information sought is protected by the work-product doctrine.

Depose 98

Depose Attorney 98

Above The Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

We really enjoy working with you. The post A Big Thanks To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.

Laws 103

Laws 103

Advertisement

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.

Paralegals