Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Jay Harrington | Let's dive into some timeless truths that govern the world of law firms. The post Beyond Trends: Embracing the Enduring Laws of Legal Practice appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Rutgers Law School, COME GET YOUR GUY! The post Today In Menendez Follies: Should You Use Gold Bars Previously Photographed By Police To Bribe A Senator? appeared first on Above the Law.
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LDA PRO
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Eviction Paralegal Near Me : The legal landscape, particularly in matters of eviction, can be intricate and challenging to navigate. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the role of an eviction paralegal near you, shedding light on their significance, the complexities they address, and the services provided by LDA Pro Legal. Throughout this exploration, we’ll touch on related topics, including non-payment eviction notices, living trusts preparation in Roseville, and the nuances of
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Former professor sues law school claiming that the probe into his sleeping with students is the REAL sexual harassment. The post Law Professor Who Slept With 1Ls Now Seeks Piece Of ASS Law appeared first on Above the Law.
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LawSites
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Each year for the past three years, the LexisNexis African Ancestry Network LexisNexis Rule of Law Foundation Fellowship has awarded fellowships to promising law students to participate in research projects related to eliminating racism in the legal system. This year, 15 students received fellowships of $10,000 each to spend nine months working in teams to research one of five “cluster projects” that the fellowship program targeted for the potential to make a meaningful impact.
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The Crime Report
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Twenty-four people have been put to death in the US this year with the executions all taking place in five states as of December 7. The death penalty has always been, and continues to be, a regional punishment favored in the most violent, politically conservative states: the Confederate states and their bordering neighbors. Yet this region of the country is considered the most religious, especially with evangelical Christians.
JURIST
DECEMBER 5, 2023
UK Home Secretary James Cleverly signed an asylum treaty Tuesday with Rwanda, in an attempt to overcome a recent ruling by the UK Supreme Court which blocked the government’s policy to send asylum seekers to the African nation. At a press conference , Cleverly insisted that “this treaty addresses all of the issues of their lordships in the Supreme Court.” The policy was originally announced in April 2022 in an attempt to stop asylum seekers making the dangerous English Channel
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
All in all, she shouldn't have wasted that rice. The post Judge Offers Defendant A Side Of Service With Her Prison Time appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Share In its first opinion of the 2023-24 term in an argued case, the Supreme Court on Tuesday morning threw out a dispute over whether a self-appointed “civil rights tester” has a legal right to file a lawsuit under the Americans with Disabilities Act alleging that a hotel had failed to provide information about its accessibility on its website. The court unanimously agreed that the case was moot – that is, no longer a live controversy – because the plaintiff in the case, Deborah Laufer, had vo
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!
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Hogan Lovells is in a New York state of mind, and the elite firm wants as many lawyers as possible to join its Manhattan office. The post Hogan Lovells Looking To Beef Up Its New York Presence Beyond Stroock Hires appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
A lawyer who displayed a “stunning void of evidence regarding any genuine pursuit of sobriety” should be suspended for using cocaine before his client’s hearing…
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Unsurprising, but welcome news. The post No More Delay In Matching Raises And Bonuses At Top 3 Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Share Retired Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, who died last week at the age of 93, will lie in repose at the Supreme Court on Dec. 18, the court’s public information office announced on Tuesday. Members of the public will be able to pay their respects that day from 10:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. Two private services in Washington, D.C., are scheduled to honor and celebrate O’Connor, who was the first woman to serve on the court.
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.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
With the holidays coming up fast, you may want to take a little time to consider your online activity. The post Social Media: Use It, But Use It Wisely appeared first on Above the Law.
L4SB
DECEMBER 5, 2023
You are ready to move to another state but is your company? Moving your business can be tricky, hiring a lawyer can help.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Let's revisit some of the conditions that led to the viability of IP Edge’s volume-based nuisance settlement approach to patent litigation. The post The Patent Plaintiff’s Edge … And Burden appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 5, 2023
20,000 protestors marched and braved the cold in Brussels on Sunday after the Belgian climate activist group Climate Coalition called on politicians and leaders to take action urgently to limit harm from climate change. While this year’s protest was smaller than last year’s, it was held decidedly during the United Nations’ COP 28 climate summit in Dubai to send a message to world leaders to keep their “climate commitments.” The theme that Climate Coalition put out
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.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing in-house counsel and to explore innovative solutions that can shape the future of the legal profession. The post 2024 Legal Landscape: Predictions And Preparations For GCs appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Texas and Florida accounted for more than half of the executions this year, with Florida putting six inmates to death and Texas executing eight, according…
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
An historic first for the Court. The post This Supreme Court Justice Is Ready For The Spotlight appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 5, 2023
“Second Circuit sends fight against NY concealed carry training back to starting gate; Whether a civil rights attorney seeking to a concealed-carry permit can dodge training requirements while he fights said requirements depends on whether he can even bring the case at all”: Nika Schoonover of Courthouse News Service has this report on a Summary Order that the U.S.
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
This elite firm is being super generous and offering its super-senior associates higher bonuses! The post On Top Of Raises, This Top 10 Biglaw Firm Is The First To Offer Supersized Bonuses To Super-Senior Associates appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 5, 2023
“Switchblade Ban Stymies Judges Grappling With Right to Bear Arms; Court debates whether weapon ban violates Second Amendment; State argues knives aren’t arms, lack constitutional protection”: Allie Reed of Bloomberg Law has this report. And Thomas F. Harrison of Courthouse News Service reports that “ Massachusetts court stumped as to whether Second Amendment protects switchblades; The justices confessed confusion over how the Wild West — and West Side Story — shoul
Above The Law
DECEMBER 5, 2023
The biggest in Biglaw are busy handing out raises. The post Another Top 10 Biglaw Gets On Board With Associate Raises And Bonuses appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 5, 2023
“Fourth Circuit judges quibble over LGBTQ-inclusive books for Maryland elementary schoolers; Parents claim that forcing their kids to read books that promote tolerance of LGBTQ people violates their religious rights”: Joe Dodson of Courthouse News Service has this report on a case argued today before a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
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