OneLegal
DECEMBER 11, 2023
What does going to law school look like as a legal support professional? Here are the pros and cons of going from paralegal to lawyer. The post What to know about going from paralegal to lawyer appeared first on One Legal.
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The Telegraph released an exclusive report claiming that there is an extensive illicit cash-for-kidney transplant scheme purportedly linked to Apollo Hospitals in Delhi, prompting an investigation by Delhi authorities. The report alleges that individuals from Myanmar were enticed into selling their kidneys to affluent patients, potentially infringing upon Indian and international laws prohibiting organ trafficking.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
DECEMBER 11, 2023
I began my paralegal career working for one attorney, in one specific area of law. Looking back on that time, I remember personal injury work was so demanding. I felt like I was constantly putting out fires and shuffling paperwork. I thought I was busy then, but nothing prepared me for the circus act of juggling multiple cases for multiple attorneys in different practice areas.
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
A spokesperson for Russian dissident Alexei Navalny said on social media Monday that the activist has been missing within the prison system for six days. Spokesperson Kira Yarmysh said that Navalny’s team doesn’t “know where [he] is or what’s happening to him.” A long-time critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s government, Navalny has been behind bars in Russia since 2021 when he returned to the country after being poisoned by a chemical nerve agent in Germany
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Join this session to get a fresh look at how AI tools can help you work smarter, faster, and more effectively! Attorney and law professor Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk you through the complete journey of a legal case—from the first client meeting through the final outcome—while showing you how artificial intelligence can transform your daily work at each important step.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Which of these law firm holiday cards is the best of 2023? Cast your vote! The post ATL Holiday Card Contest: The Finalists! (2023) appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
I guess it really does depend on 'context.' The post Penn Donors Push Out President, Continue Whistling Past The Professor Bringing White Nationalists To Campus appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
In a report issued Monday, Human Rights watch expressed concern for the residents of Taizz, Yemen, who have been unable to access clean water for the past eight years during the conflict between Houthi forces and the Yemeni government, calling upon both parties to “allow Taizz’s local water agency to access, repair, and operate water infrastructure on the front lines and in Houthi-controlled territory.” The report outlines the dire situation in the government-controlled, front-line c
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Fruit Street Health’s complaint alleged that Sharecare violated the terms of their shared business agreement by rolling out its own version of Fruit Street’s diabetes prevention program, which had been previously offered to Sharecare members. Sharecare said that the lawsuit is baseless.
LawSites
DECEMBER 11, 2023
On Nov. 6, OpenAI introduced the ability for any user with a ChatGPT Plus or Enterprise account to create their own custom versions of ChatGPT, which OpenAI calls GPTs. “GPTs are a new way for anyone to create a tailored version of ChatGPT to be more helpful in their daily life, at specific tasks, at work, or at home—and then share that creation with others,” the company said.
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Finally, AI advice that understands your job. This isn't just another generic "guide", it's a practical roadmap built specifically for paralegals. What you'll learn: Ethics Without the Panic ⚖️ Decode ABA Model Rules and examples of state guidance so you can leverage AI confidently. Security That Makes Sense 🛡️️ Real-world protocols beyond buzzwords, SOC2 and HIPAA compliance, and data protection strategies that actually work.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Firm leaders must feel pretty good about the upcoming merger. The post Ahead Of Planned Merger, Biglaw Firm Announces Associate Raises appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Amnesty International released a report Monday alleging that the Canadian government consistently violated the human rights of indigenous Wet’suwet’en protestors demonstrating against the Coastal GasLink pipeline project. According to the report, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and private security group Forsythe Security intimidated, harassed and surveilled the Wet’suwet’en, who primarily reside in British Columbia (BC) along the pipeline’s planned route.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
For Biglaw firms, four days spent working in the office is a trend that's slowly building momentum. The post Top Biglaw Firm Will Require 4 In-Office Work Days Each Week, Starting In 2024 appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The U.S. Copyright Office on Monday again denied an artist's attempt to register his van Gogh-inspired artwork generated by artificial intelligence, saying there's not enough human involvement for the artist to claim copyright.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Get ready to master the art and science of trial preparation organization that top attorneys rely on in this exclusive webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk through proven systems for creating comprehensive trial notebooks and binders that transform scattered case materials into a powerful command center. Learning Objectives: Strategic Organization 📊 Learn the essential sections every trial notebook needs and how to structure them for maximum clarity and acce
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
In a letter to CMS, four senators asked for better data collection on the practices of Medicare Advantage plans, including when it comes to prior authorization.
L4SB
DECEMBER 11, 2023
As the end of the year draws nearer, business owners must take the time to prepare for tax season. Taxes can be a confusing and frustrating part of running a.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Who cares about honor code violations when you could be making moneyyy The post Biglaw Associate Who Cheated His Way To Six Figures Allowed To Practice In 3 States appeared first on Above the Law.
LawSites
DECEMBER 11, 2023
There in the bar, it suddenly struck me that I was in a moment that summed up the very essence of what made this conference so unique. It was nearly 11 p.m. on the second night of the TLTF Summit outside Miami. A group of us were in the hotel bar, stridently debating whether an alternative business structure, licensed under Arizona’s liberalized legal regulatory scheme, could deliver legal services in other states.
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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.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Permitting microaggressions to go unpunished may be good for us. The post On Arguments In Favor Of Genocide appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The Indian Supreme Court upheld the Union Government’s 2019 decision to repeal the special status accorded to the states of Jammu & Kashmir under Article 370 of the India Constitution on Monday. The Court declared Article 370 a temporary provision, stating that the constitution did not indicate that Jammu and Kashmir should retain sovereignty after both acceded to the country and became integral parts of India.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Use the feedback to design improved user experiences that instill trust. The post Evaluating AI’s Impact Through Feedback: What Are Your Goals? appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Several UK LGBTQIA+ and military organizations published a letter Monday to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak demanding the government address its commitment to discuss reparations owed to LGBTQIA+ veterans, days after the UK government announced that the planned debate in the House of Commons regarding the issue will no longer be going ahead. Previous Defence Minister, Ben Wallace, initially promised to hold a parliamentary debate on the topic in response to an independent report on the service of LGB
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!
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Come celebrate with Above the Law! The post Tonight’s The Night! appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 11, 2023
“Donna Adelson pleads not guilty in Dan Markel murder, asks to be moved off suicide watch”: Jeff Burlew of The Tallahassee Democrat has this report. And Peter Schorsch of Florida Politics has a post titled “ Donna Adelson pleads ‘not guilty’, and pleads, and pleads some more.” The post “Donna Adelson pleads not guilty in Dan Markel murder, asks to be moved off suicide watch” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
If you want to take a team approach to adding new software into your law firm, we’ve got the template for you. The post How One Small Firm Revamped Its Tech Stack appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 11, 2023
“Supreme Court Eyeing Fifth Circuit, But Too Early to Decipher Why”: Adam Feldman, creator of the “ Empirical SCOTUS ” blog, has this essay online at Bloomberg Law. The post “Supreme Court Eyeing Fifth Circuit, But Too Early to Decipher Why” appeared first on How Appealing.
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