Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
For in-house legal professionals, AI isn’t just a buzzword. The post Embrace The Future: How In-House Legal Professionals Can Thrive By Partnering With AI appeared first on Above the Law.
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Setting annual goals can feel a little overwhelming. But like everything in your law firm, it’s easier if you have a process. The post Do You Dread the Law Firm Annual Planning Process? 5 Ways to Make It Easier and More Fun appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Supreme Court of Mexico narrowly denied a challenge to controversial judicial reforms on Tuesday that were enacted by the government in September of this year. The reforms will make all judges in Mexico elected by a popular vote and establish an elected judicial disciplinary court to oversee judges. The number of justices in the Supreme Court will also reduce from 11 to 9, and their tenure will be fixed at 12, rather than 15 years, with no possibility for re-election.
SCOTUSBlog
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Share The justices heard arguments Wednesday in Facebook v. Amalgamated Bank , their first securities case of the year. The case involves the 2015 Cambridge Analytica-Facebook data breach, and considers whether Facebook’s disclosures to investors before the breach was public improperly downplayed the risks that data breaches posed to the company and its stock price.
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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
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
As much as you’d like to stop them, perhaps with jiujitsu or a handy table lamp, you know that’s unprofessional. Fortunately you can use these proven tactics instead. The post How to Not Talk Politics and Survive appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
“Supreme Court retention vote could spark major changes in state’s judicial system, experts say”: M. Scott Carter and Jordan Gerard of The Oklahoman have this report. Barbara Hoberock of Oklahoma Voice reports that “ Oklahoma voters opt to remove one Oklahoma Supreme Court justice.” And Clifton Adcock of Oklahoma City Free Press reports that “ One Oklahoma Supreme Court justice is ousted after dark money groups dumped millions into judicial races; Voters chose
JURIST
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Amnesty International on Thursday emphasized the importance of prioritizing climate justice and human rights at the upcoming COP29 , which will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November. The human rights organization’s pre-summit statement underscores the necessity for COP29 leaders to integrate human rights considerations into all decision-making processes and highlights the pressing need for substantial climate finance to address the growing impacts of climate change.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
“Pamela Goodwine, longtime judge endorsed by Beshear, wins seat on Kentucky Supreme Court”: Lucas Aulbach of The Courier Journal of Louisville, Kentucky has this report. Austin Horn of The Lexington Herald Leader reports that “ Judge Goodwine wins KY Supreme Court race, becomes first Black woman elected to high court.” And Sarah Ladd of the Kentucky Lantern reports that “ Pamela Goodwine makes history again as first Black woman elected to Kentucky Supreme Court.
MyCase
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Using dedicated attorney time tracking templates—whether daily, weekly, or monthly—ensures more accurate tracking of billable hours, reduces administrative errors, and streamlines billing for law firms. A couple of things to keep in mind: Use consistent formula cells and sections in the templates to maintain reliable calculations. Follow billing best practices for growing law firms, such as using standardized tracking increments and accurately describing tasks.
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?
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
A former public defender accused of representing a client at a November 2022 preliminary hearing while under the influence of cocaine has received a suspension…
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Putting a microphone in front of 2024 Rudy? What could possibly go wrong? The post Rudy Giuliani Is Exactly That Fool Of A Client appeared first on Above the Law.
Blackstone Career Institute
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
How to Gain a Certification with the MyCAA Scholarship Service men and women and their families sacrifice comforts and conveniences on the daily in order to keep our country safe. While the ways of saying thank you feel limited because of the risks they take, there is one sacrifice they shouldn’t have to make—their education. Post-secondary education is for anyone, including military members’ spouses.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
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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
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
You’re not just the company lawyer; you’re also a trusted confidant. The post The Best Of Times, The Worst Of Times: Navigating The Emotional Roller Coaster As An In-House Lawyer appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Lawyers who respond to fake emails purporting to be from PACER’s electronic filing system are being led to malicious websites with computer viruses, the U.S.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
He's been pretty busy since his reality TV debut 23 years ago. The post <em>Survivor</em> Alum Makes Legal History appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
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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
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Not a good look for the partner. The post Biglaw Partner Drops Slur In Dustup With Neighbors appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Many states including Oklahoma, where I practice, have laws that create strict liability crimes when a person in power engages in a sexual relationship with…
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Who needs justice for all when you could have corporate interests? The post Billionaire Money Changed The Texas Judiciary appeared first on Above the Law.
iHire
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Need holiday job search tips? Learn how to stand out when applying for a job during the winter months.
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
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Our friends at LegalOn Technologies share real world use cases on how legal professionals are transforming their contract review process. The post Is AI The Key To Efficient Contract Reviews? appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
“Man Who Illegally Accessed Ginsburg’s Medical Records Gets 2 Years in Prison; The man, a former health care worker, was convicted in July on two charges stemming from the privacy breach and his attempts to cover it up”: Aimee Ortiz of The New York Times has this report.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
We love working with you. The post A Big Thanks To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
“GOP Wins in Partisan High Court Races Has Party Mulling Tweaks; GOP sees court wins in North Carolina, Ohio with party labels; Montana lawmaker pushing to change court election ballots”: Eric Heisig of Bloomberg Law has this report.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
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