JURIST
OCTOBER 27, 2023
A judge for the US District Court for the Northern District of Georgia ordered Georgia’s General Assembly to redraw the state’s enacted Congressional Districts Thursday, finding the districts were in violation of the Voting Rights Act. The 516-page opinion covers three consolidated cases: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity v. Raffensperger and Grant v.
LDA PRO
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The probate process can be a complex and challenging endeavor, especially during difficult times when you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one. Having a qualified probate paralegal in Roseville by your side can make all the difference. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the role of a probate paralegal in Roseville, their services, and the valuable assistance they provide in probate proceedings.
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JURIST
OCTOBER 27, 2023
US Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) pleaded not guilty before US District Judge Sidney Stein on Monday on charges that he allegedly conspired to act as a foreign agent of Egypt. The allegations were set forth two weeks ago in an indictment alleging that Menendez accepted “hundreds of thousands of dollars of bribes” in exchange for breaching his senatorial duties to benefit the Egyptian government.
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Amy Hunt | You don’t have to be a LinkedIn influencer or frequent poster for LinkedIn to be a potent business development tool. The post LinkedIn for Lawyers Who Don’t Like LinkedIn appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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JURIST
OCTOBER 27, 2023
A coalition of cannabis companies in Massachusetts filed a suit Thursday challenging the federal prohibition on marijuana as it applies to individual states. The suit, filed in a Massachusetts district court, names US Attorney General Merrick Garland as its sole defendant. The companies contend that the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) , which prohibits the cultivation, manufacturing, sale and possession of intrastate marijuana, is an unconstitutional ban.
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OneLegal
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Get to grips with the California Statute of Frauds; what written documentation it mandates, what it applies to, and some use cases and examples to get a full understanding of it. The post What is California’s Statute of Frauds? appeared first on One Legal.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Although no judge has ever rejected a legal brief because it was too well written, edited, and proofed, a diminished return on investment is reached at a certain point. The post Legal Briefs Usually Don’t Need To Be Perfect appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 27, 2023
“Charlie Adelson trial Day 2: An ex-friend, ex-boyfriend, ex-girlfriend, officers, lawyer & an accomplice step up.” Peter Schorsch has this post at Florida Politics. The post “Charlie Adelson trial Day 2: An ex-friend, ex-boyfriend, ex-girlfriend, officers, lawyer & an accomplice step up.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Many students know little about the work environment they’re entering when they take on this particularly consequential first legal job. The post The Clerkship Whisper Network appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies
Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 27, 2023
“Good Dig”: You can access today’s new episode of the “Divided Argument” podcast via this link. According to the Episode Summary, “First, we dig into Acheson Hotels, LLC v. Laufer, and debate which jurisdictional ground the Court will rely on to get rid of the case. Then, we give the people what they want and talk about admiralty law in Great Lakes Insurance SE v.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
In other news, Nepotism appears to influence who gets the cool jobs that pay well. The post Data Shows It Is Harder To Be A Successful First Gen Student Even After Graduation appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 27, 2023
“Supreme Court looks to thread the needle on public, private social media use for government officials; The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on Halloween over when politicians can block constituents on social media”: Kelsey Reichmann of Courthouse News Service has this report. And in commentary, online at Vox, Ian Millhiser has an essay titled “ The Supreme Court must decide if it wants to own Twitter; The justices risk miring the entire federal judiciary in the content m
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Another case heading to the Supreme Court dealing with asset forfeiture. The post How The Courts Have Made It Easier For Cops To Steal From Citizens appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 27, 2023
“Supreme Court could drastically change S.F.’s homeless sweeps. It all hinges on one potential case.” Bob Egelko of The San Francisco Chronicle has this report. The post “Supreme Court could drastically change S.F.’s homeless sweeps. It all hinges on one potential case.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Notes to my (legal) self. The post Waiting For The Host appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 27, 2023
“Seven Cases, Seven Different Attorneys for US at Supreme Court; Solicitor General’s Office spreads work around for next sitting; Major disputes before justices over guns, trademarks”: Lydia Wheeler of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Seven Cases, Seven Different Attorneys for US at Supreme Court; Solicitor General’s Office spreads work around for next sitting; Major disputes before justices over guns, trademarks” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
This week in AI news. The post AI Update: Data Provenance, Latham Atty Against AI Regulation, New EU AI Laws appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 27, 2023
A former Ohio lawyer was arrested Thursday for allegedly using fake identities to obtain law firm jobs in Washington, D.C., and Florida.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Come on, they can't afford to show weakness again. The post Of Course Biglaw Firms That Conducted Layoffs Are Going To Hand Out Market Bonuses appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Walgreens was hit with a putative class action in Illinois federal court Friday accusing it of making robocalls to consumers without their consent, led by an Illinois man who says the calls persisted even after he reached out to the pharmacy giant three times to ask its representatives to stop.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Stroock Is Still Searching: The merger with Pillsbury Winthrop has fallen through. New Development In Judge Wilkinson's Case: The prime suspect has been found dead. Bumpy Ride For First Gen Students: Studying more and greater debt? What a ripoff ! Don't Let Perfect Be Enemy Of The Good: Turn in that darned brief ! The post So Much For Merging — See Also appeared first on Above the Law.
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ABA Journal
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Lawyer Wendi Adelson, the ex-wife of murdered law professor Dan Markel, testified Thursday that it’s “completely untrue” that her family was responsible for the slaying.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Guilt isn't your friend. The post How Lawyers Can Prevent Burnout appeared first on Above the Law.
L4SB
OCTOBER 27, 2023
What is a DBA? Do I need one? When should I get a DBA, and how? One of the most significant decisions you will need to make as a business.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.
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