JURIST

MARCH 28, 2024

US federal prosecutors filed a complaint in a New York federal district court Wednesday seeking the forfeiture of two multimillion-dollar Manhattan apartments purchased by former Mongolian Prime Minister Sukhbaatar Batbold in connection to an alleged money laundering and corruption investigation. The investigation centers around contracts the Erdenet Mining Corporation, a state owned mining company, entered into with Catrison Limited, a middleman, which theoretically would sell Erdenet’s p

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Paralegal.edu

MARCH 28, 2024

The idea of attending college and graduating with a degree has long been an integral part of the American dream. Some argue that due to the rising costs associated with higher education, pursuing it is not worthwhile. However, studies have shown that people with a degree tend to earn significantly more over their lifetime than those without. 1 A college degree is strongly correlated with higher earnings and better employment opportunities.

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JURIST

MARCH 28, 2024

A new inspection report released Tuesday detailed failures in the UK Home Office’s system for granting care worker visas. The report is highly critical of the sponsor licensing regime for low-skill roles and highlights that these migrant workers are at a higher risk of exploitation because of the Home Office’s shortcomings. The report stated that it “details the consequences of the Home Office’s limited understanding of the social care sector…and the mismatch between its meagre compl

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MARCH 28, 2024

Maybe the most important activity that you can engage as a business owner, is to convert leads into clients – because, with out that process being successful: you don’t really have a business. what you’ve got is a hobby. Now, ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, law firms have been far more attuned to intake, than previously – but, there are still some refinements that can be made, to that process.

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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.

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JURIST

MARCH 28, 2024

Colombia decided to expel Argentinian diplomats from its embassy on Wednesday in response to comments made by Argentine President Javier Milei about President Gustavo Petro, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia. The comments at the center of Colombia’s decision stem from an interview Milei gave to CNN. During the interview, Milei stated,”The case of Colombia with Mr.

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JURIST

MARCH 28, 2024

An Amnesty International report on El Salvador, published on Tuesday, revealed the consequences of a prolonged state of emergency on human rights in the country. The report detailed how the government has used its emergency powers to “ignore” its obligations to protecting human rights. The report claimed that the suspension of fundamental human rights “is an action that cannot be justified under any circumstances or in any context.” When a state of emergency is declared,

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Above The Law

MARCH 28, 2024

Two US officials exclusively tell Breaking Defense the details of new international 'working groups' that are the next step in Washington's campaign for ethical and safety standards for military AI and automation - without prohibiting their use entirely. The post US Joins Austria, Bahrain, Canada, & Portugal To Co-Lead Global Push For Safer Military AI appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

MARCH 28, 2024

Fiji’s former Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama on Thursday was granted “absolute discharge” by the Magistrates Court, after previously being handed a guilty verdict by the country’s High Court for “perverting the course of justice.” The Magistrates Court cited Bainimarama’s poor health and an underlying heart condition as motivating factors for this lenient decision.

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HowAppealing

MARCH 28, 2024

“How Justice Thomas’s ‘Nearly Adopted Daughter’ Became His Law Clerk; Justice Clarence Thomas gave Crystal Clanton a home and a job after she left a conservative youth organization in controversy; Then the justice picked her for one of the most coveted positions in the legal world”: Steve Eder and Abbie VanSickle of The New York Times have this report.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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.

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JURIST

MARCH 28, 2024

Hong Kong’s recently enacted Safeguarding National Security Ordinance blocked the first inmate’s sentence remission under the Prison Rules on Tuesday. The same day, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee said that serious national security crime offenders would not likely be granted early release unless the Commissioner of Correctional Services believes early release would not undermine national security interests.

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HowAppealing

MARCH 28, 2024

“Eastman disciplinary case probably not going to the California Supreme Court just yet”: David Ettinger has this post at the “At the Lectern” blog. The post “Eastman disciplinary case probably not going to the California Supreme Court just yet” appeared first on How Appealing.

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ABA Journal

MARCH 28, 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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HowAppealing

MARCH 28, 2024

“Muslim Lawyers Recoil at GOP Attacks on Historic Appellate Pick; Conservatives say Adeel Mangi is ally of terrorists, cop killers; Muslim lawyers closely watching nominee’s treatment”: Tiana Headley of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Muslim Lawyers Recoil at GOP Attacks on Historic Appellate Pick; Conservatives say Adeel Mangi is ally of terrorists, cop killers; Muslim lawyers closely watching nominee’s treatment” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Above The Law

MARCH 28, 2024

Biglaw is in for a lateral hiring hangover, but will layoffs be next? The post Biglaw Associate Hiring Plunges By 43%, Officially Ending The Lateral Party appeared first on Above the Law.

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HowAppealing

MARCH 28, 2024

“Transgender Lieutenant’s Pronoun Bias Case Revived by 11th Cir.; Case tests pronoun misuse as grounds for hostile work claim; Co-workers repeatedly called transgender officer ‘ma’am’”: Khorri Atkinson of Bloomberg Law has this report on a ruling that a unanimous three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit issued today.

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Law 360

MARCH 28, 2024

An affiliate of Walt Disney Co. shareholder Blackwells Capital on Thursday asked Delaware's Court of the Chancery to force Disney to open its books and records as the investor looks into potential wrongdoing and mismanagement stemming from the entertainment giant's dealings with ValueAct Capital.

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HowAppealing

MARCH 28, 2024

“UVA Law Professor Discusses Judicial Deference at Harvard Law School’s Annual Scalia Lecture”: Kelly A. Olmos and Ava H. Rem of The Harvard Crimson have this report. Harvard Law School has posted on YouTube a video titled “ 2024 Scalia Lecture | Aditya Bamzai, ‘Statutory Interpretation and the Separation of Powers.’ “ The post “UVA Law Professor Discusses Judicial Deference at Harvard Law School’s Annual Scalia Lecture” appeared first on How Appealing.

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ABA Journal

MARCH 28, 2024

A federal judge has acknowledged an “overly harsh” management style and agreed to take remedial training after a law clerk complained about abusive and harassing…

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Above The Law

MARCH 28, 2024

Takes A Certain Amount Of Skill To Lose Like This: Almost looks like DeSantis came out ahead if you close your eyes really hard. New Office, New Policy: Freshfields decides to change things up. Travis Scott Denies Blame For Astroworld Deaths: Performing a song doesn't always establish a duty of care. Sometimes, Winners Quit: Should you really be clerking for that judge ?

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Law 360

MARCH 28, 2024

Brookfield Property Partners LP has reached a tentative $42.5 million deal to bring an end to a yearslong battle with stockholders who alleged they were given misleading information about the global real estate company's 2018 acquisition of U.S. mall operator GGP Inc.

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Above The Law

MARCH 28, 2024

The story has a lot of twists and turns. The post Can Shohei Ohtani’s Gambling And Theft Controversy Provide Him With Tax Relief? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story

Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.

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Law 360

MARCH 28, 2024

Switzerland-based Trafigura Beheer BV on Thursday agreed to pay $126 million and admitted to paying bribes to Brazilian government officials in order to obtain business with state oil company Petrobras, becoming the latest global commodities trader to settle with U.S. prosecutors over Latin American corruption.

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Above The Law

MARCH 28, 2024

Partners -- of the nonequity variety -- are soaring at this firm. The post That’s A Whole Lotta Nonequity Partners appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

MARCH 28, 2024

A Delaware federal judge will allow more plaintiffs to join a proposed class action accusing Amazon of violating Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act by collecting their voice data during calls to a financial services provider without consent, overriding the tech giant's apparent attempt to backtrack on standing concerns by instead seeking summary judgment.

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Above The Law

MARCH 28, 2024

Starting in May, U.S. Freshfields lawyers will be expected to work from the office four days each week. The post Freshfields Moves To New Office, Announces New Attendance Policy appeared first on Above the Law.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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