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Federal prosecutors seek seizure of assets linked to former Mongolia PM

JURIST

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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Overborrowing for Education Could Prolong a Student Lifestyle

Paralegal.edu

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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UK Home Office social care worker visa program criticized in newly released report

JURIST

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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Upgrade Your Image: Your New Publicity Still

Attorney at Work

Teddy Snyder | You need an up-to-date publicity still, also known as a headshot. People want to match a face with a name. The post Upgrade Your Image: Your New Publicity Still appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.

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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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Colombia expels Argentina diplomats over comments from President Javier Milei

JURIST

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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Knock Three Times: Intake Tips for Modern Law Firms

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

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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US Joins Austria, Bahrain, Canada, & Portugal To Co-Lead Global Push For Safer Military AI

Above The Law

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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Lawyer who stole more than $1M from his law firm gets disbarred

ABA Journal

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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1 Year Later: How Has the Unwinding of Medicaid Continuous Enrollment Gone?

Above The Law

One year after the Medicaid continuous enrollment provision ended, 19.2 million people have been disenrolled from Medicaid, according to KFF. This is higher than many expected, and experts have mixed reviews on how they think this process has gone.

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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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Accused of ‘overly harsh’ management style, federal judge agrees to counseling

ABA Journal

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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Freshfields Moves To New Office, Announces New Attendance Policy

Above The Law

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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DNA issues ‘cast a pall’ over murder conviction, warranting SCOTUS review, ABA amicus brief says

ABA Journal

The U.S. Supreme Court should once again consider the case of a Texas death row inmate whose conviction was based on DNA evidence tested by a lab that “consistently and egregiously mishandled DNA evidence,” the ABA has said in an amicus brief.

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Biglaw Associate Hiring Plunges By 43%, Officially Ending The Lateral Party

Above The Law

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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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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El Salvador is ‘ignoring’ human rights obligations under state of emergency: Amnesty International

JURIST

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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March Is For The Girls

Above The Law

An inflection point in women’s sports. The post March Is For The Girls appeared first on Above the Law.

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Kim Kardashian sued for claiming ‘low-grade’ knockoff furniture was made by artist Donald Judd

ABA Journal

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian claimed on video that she had purchased “Donald Judd tables” that were in fact “cheap knockoffs,” leading consumers to think…

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That’s A Whole Lotta Nonequity Partners

Above The Law

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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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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Bonuses structured as forgivable loans are being used for partner retention

ABA Journal

Some law firms are using forgivable loans to retain valuable partners and keep newly promoted partners happy.

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Judges To Generative AI: You’re Out Of Order!

Above The Law

There's disorder in the courts, with no clarity in sight. The post Judges To Generative AI: You’re Out Of Order! appeared first on Above the Law.

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Disney Shareholder Demands To See Books Amid Board Row

Law 360

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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Can Shohei Ohtani’s Gambling And Theft Controversy Provide Him With Tax Relief?

Above The Law

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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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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All Citations Should Include Hyperlinks (If Possible)

LLRX

Amelia Landenberger explains that as a general principle, citations in scholarly works have two purposes: to prove that the point is supported by evidence, and to allow the reader to find the evidence that the author is citing to. The pain of citations comes from the requirement that these citations be made as brief as possible by painstakingly utilizing a series of standardized abbreviations.

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Ron DeSantis Still Stuck Trying To Spin Disney Losses — See Also

Above The Law

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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Fiji ex-PM avoids jail in sentencing hearing following guilty verdict

JURIST

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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Finance Layoffs Watch ’24: Citi

Above The Law

Jane Fraser is putting away the pink slips… for now. The post Finance Layoffs Watch ’24: Citi appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.