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Assassination of openly gay imam in South Africa spurs hate crime concerns

JURIST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Thursday urged South African authorities to thoroughly investigate the assassination of an openly gay imam last week, demanding the country determine whether the killing was a hate crime and uphold its commitment to protecting all residents, including the LGBTQ+ community. HRW stated: South African authorities should intensify efforts to bridge the gap between legal protections and the realities on the ground.

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How Flat-Fee Pricing Can Buy Law Moms Time

Above The Law

Ed. note : This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal profession, in partnership with our friends at MothersEsquire. Welcome Amy Bowen and Elise Buie back to our pages. Click here if you’d like to donate to MothersEsquire. Raising children isnt easy. There, I said it, so you dont have to. I raised four, who I also homeschooled for 10 years.

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UN committee finds Albania violated Roma children’s rights by denying birth registration

JURIST

The UN Human Rights Committee found on Thursday that Albania violated the rights of three Roma children by failing to register their births, leaving them without legal recognition and at risk of statelessness. The three children, born in Greece to Albanian parents, could not be properly registered because the parents lacked residency status. At the time of conception, the parents were only provided with documents attesting to the births.

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Motion Practice Reimagined: This Firm Dramatically Reduced Review Times with Transcript Genius

Sterno

The Challenge of Complex Litigation "I drafted what would have probably been a five- or six-hour project in maybe two hours. It was a big time saver." As head of the litigation department at McMullin Injury Law, Nate Langston handles a demanding caseload. With over a decade of experience and multiple jury trials under his belt, he understands the importance of efficiency without compromising thoroughness, especially when drafting critical motions.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

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

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New York corrections officers charged in death of inmate

JURIST

Ten New York corrections officers were charged Thursday in the 2024 death of inmate Robert Brooks at a state prison. Six of the officers, Anthony Farina, Nicholas Anzalone, David Kingsley, Christopher Walrath, Matthew Gallagher, and one other officer, have been charged with second-degree murder, with the three others, Michael Mashaw, Michael Fisher, and David Walters, facing manslaughter charges.

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Rights group raises concerns over Mexico homicide investigations

JURIST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) expressed serious worries about Mexico’s handling of homicide investigations in a new report released Wednesday.HRW’s findings indicate that Mexican officials consistently overlook crucial investigative procedures, leading to an overwhelming number of homicide cases that remain unsolved. The HRW report shows that procedural mistakes are widespread, crime scenes are frequently unpreserved, forensic evidence is mishandled or wholly overlooked, and investigation

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Justices rule out “commingled funds” theory in Hungarian Holocaust survivors’ compensation suit

SCOTUSBlog

Share A unanimous Supreme Court on Friday threw out a ruling by a federal appeals court that allowed a lawsuit brought by survivors of the Hungarian Holocaust to go forward. The survivors contended that their claims fell within an exception to the general presumption that foreign governments cannot be sued in U.S. courts because Hungary and its national railway confiscated their property, sold it, and mixed it with their other funds to do business in and with the United States.

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Who Gets To Call Themselves A ‘Professional’? Law Professor Breaks Down The Licensing Scheme

Above The Law

In this episode, I chat with Rebecca Haw Allensworth , a Vanderbilt Law School professor and author of The Licensing Racket. Discover the untold stories behind professional licensing, the unexpected impact on various careers, and why these regulations might not always serve the public. Rebeccas firsthand research brings intriguing insights into how licensing affects professions from barbers to doctors and potential reforms.

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Supreme Court of New Mexico Reverses Murder Conviction With Prejudice Because Prosecutor Called the Defendant a Witch Who Controlled Her Husband With Menstrual Blood

EvidenceProf Blog

From the files of "Just When You Thought You'd Seen It All" comes the opinion of the Supreme Court of New Mexico in State v. Lensegrav, 2025 WL 558246 (N.M. 2025). The court described the facts of the case as.

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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?

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Indoor Fitness Tips for Attorneys With Busy Schedules

Attorney at Work

Jamie Spannhake | Finding ways to incorporate fitness into your day is essential for staying sharp and maintaining well-being. The post Indoor Fitness Tips for Attorneys With Busy Schedules appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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DoD Reviewing ‘Non-Essential’ Consultancy Contracts For Termination

Above The Law

The memo mandates an assessment of "the essentiality of contracts. for the purpose of terminating or descoping contracts for activities that are not essential for the Department to fulfill its statutory purposes.

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6 Signs You Need to Revamp Your Law Firm’s Website

Attorney at Work

Dated design, poor SEO, slow loading? Discover how TitleTap helps law firms overcome website challenges with modern, compliant, and high-performing sites. Learn more. The post 6 Signs You Need to Revamp Your Law Firm’s Website appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Europe anticorruption group commends Ukraine progress in corruption prevention

JURIST

The Council of Europes Group of States against Corruption (GRECO) published a new report on Thursday commending Ukraines ongoing efforts to combat corruption among parliamentarians, judges and prosecutors. The report acknowledges Ukraines commitment to anti-corruption measures, especially given Russia’s ongoing invasion. The report highlights that Ukraine has satisfactorily implemented 18 out of 31 recommendations given in a 2017 report aimed at enhancing transparency and integrity within

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

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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SCOTUS Adds LGBTQ Book Case to Docket

Constitutional Law Reporter

The U.S. Supreme Court has added another closely watched First Amendment case to its docket. Mahmoud v. Taylor involves whether public schools burden parents religious rights when they require elementary school students to participate in instruction on LGBTQ-themed books against their parents religious convictions and without notice or opportunity to opt out.

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More Law Firms Should Have Mandatory Retirement Requirements

Above The Law

Many states impose mandatory retirement ages, set by statute, on judges. Such retirement ages make sense since it is important that individuals retire when they may be less able to fulfill the duties of their demanding jobs and so that new people can fill roles held by those who retire. Some law firms also have mandatory retirement ages, but from my perspective, it seems as if such retirement ages are falling out of favor.

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How law firms can grow, address artificial intelligence and tackle other challenges in 2025

ABA Journal

Ari Kaplan recently spoke with Lynn Tubalinal, the director of litigation support at Dykema, and Julia Voss, the director of litigation support and e-discovery at…

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Law Schools Respond To The Executive Threatening To Cut Federal Funding Over DEI

Above The Law

The Department of Education’s recent “Dear Colleague” letter threatened all schools that fail to whitewash their curricula with having federal funding snatched from them. And while it’s nice to see schools take stands for diversity, being on the right side of history usually doesn’t pay the bills quite like falling in line.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

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.

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“Professors’ Paper Explains How a Handful of Elite Lawyers Dominates Supreme Court Litigation; Mitu Gulati Explores Numbers Behind ‘Tournament of Champions’”

HowAppealing

“Professors Paper Explains How a Handful of Elite Lawyers Dominates Supreme Court Litigation; Mitu Gulati Explores Numbers Behind Tournament of Champions”: Mary Wood of the University of Virginia School of Law has this report. You can access the paper via this link.

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Conquering Conferences: Adding Value In Your Follow-Up

Above The Law

Getty Images Ed note: This is the third in a series. Read the previous installment here. Imagine your follow-up as a gourmet meal, not just a quick snack. It should be substantial, memorable, and leave your contact looking forward to more. This means offering value in a way that enriches your connection, turning a brief meeting into a potentially lasting relationship.

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“George W. Bush’s Dashed Hopes; Wrapping up judicial confirmations in his first term”

HowAppealing

“George W. Bush’s Dashed Hopes; Wrapping up judicial confirmations in his first term”: Ed Whelan has this post at his “Confirmation Tales” Substack site.

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B. Riley Founders, Board Sued In Del. Over Investment Losses

Law 360

A B. Riley Financial Inc. stockholder has launched a derivative suit seeking hundreds of millions of dollars in damages for the company in Delaware's Court of Chancery, alleging director conflicts tied to investments in now-bankrupt holding company Franchise Group Inc., led by a longtime friend of a B. Riley co-founder.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

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!

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“Who Is Paul Clement, the Lawyer Appointed to Help Judge in Adams Case? A former solicitor general, Mr. Clement has argued over 100 cases before the Supreme Court; Now he will present independent arguments as a judge decides whether to drop the charges against the mayor.”

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“Who Is Paul Clement, the Lawyer Appointed to Help Judge in Adams Case? A former solicitor general, Mr. Clement has argued over 100 cases before the Supreme Court; Now he will present independent arguments as a judge decides whether to drop the charges against the mayor.” Santul Nerkar of The New York Times has this report.

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6 Things To Know About Shein's Fast Fashion Feuds

Law 360

Ultra-fast fashion behemoth Shein is facing accusations of infringing intellectual property in dozens of cases from plaintiffs ranging from major fashion brands to individual artists. Here are six things to know about Shein's intellectual property battles.

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“Luigi Mangione’s Lawyer Says Accused Healthcare CEO Killer Being Treated Unfairly; No trial date set yet in Manhattan state court proceedings, one of three criminal cases against the 26-year old”

HowAppealing

“Luigi Mangiones Lawyer Says Accused Healthcare CEO Killer Being Treated Unfairly; No trial date set yet in Manhattan state court proceedings, one of three criminal cases against the 26-year old”: Corinne Ramey of The Wall Street Journal has this report. Hurubie Meko of The New York Times reports that “ Suspect in Insurance C.E.O. Killing Creates Website as Support Floods In; Luigi Mangione faced a hearing on Friday as supporters planned a rally outside a Manhattan courthouse;

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The Doctrinal Merger No One Asked For: How Enablement Swallowed Utility

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch The Federal Circuit's recent decision in In re McLeay offers a glimpse into the evolving relationship between utility and enablement in patent law. Although the decision is short and non-precedential, I think it offers some important insights on how both the USPTO and Federal Circuit judges are thinking about the issues. In affirming the USPTO's rejection of claims for treating COVID-19 with aerosolized ribavirin, the court's February 18, 2025 ruling (No. 23-2338) shows that the

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

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.