CARET Legal

MARCH 8, 2024

Enter law firm management software—an innovative solution that not only addresses the challenges of outsourcing law firm administrative support, but also offers a host of benefits to supercharge your firm’s efficiency. For years, law firms have turned to outsourcing law firm administrative support as a strategy to streamline operations. But as we’re about to dive into it, there’s a game-changing, cost-saving alternative that’s changing the way law firms operate.

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JURIST

MARCH 8, 2024

Indian investigation agency Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) claimed Thursday to have uncovered an organized “human trafficking” network that lured Indian nationals with high-paying jobs to Russia. That same network is accused of later training and forcing victims to fight in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The CBI, in a press release , stated that it uncovered a major human trafficking network operating nationwide, allegedly targeting unsuspecting Indian youths with promises of

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HowAppealing

MARCH 8, 2024

“UPenn Law Professor Amy Wax Speaks Out About the Sanctions Brought Against Her; ‘It’s all psychologized,’ Wax said; ‘What the woke catechism, the woke set of precepts, has done is that they’ve taken subjective reactions and made them reign supreme, which is completely contrary to every First Amendment principle that ever existed’”: Christine Charnosky has this article online at The Legal Intelligencer.

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JURIST

MARCH 8, 2024

German prosecutors and law enforcement carried out raids against 45 individuals on Thursday who were suspected of posting hate speech against women online. The General Public Prosecutor’s Office in Frankfurt, along with the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) and other law enforcement agencies, led the raids. The raids form part of the government’s coordinated initiative against misogyny.

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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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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

Quinn Emanuel's director of well-being explains how he's helping employees navigate mental health issues at his firm. The post Meeting Mental Health Challenges Head On In Biglaw Is Now Easier Thanks To This Lawyer appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

This Biglaw partner has the scoop on how law firms can 'inspire' their female associates to become powerful leaders. The post Dechert’s Global Finance And Real Estate Co-Chair Explains How Biglaw Firms Can Get More Women Into Partnership And Leadership Roles appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

MARCH 8, 2024

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday that a federal jury in New York convicted former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández on three charges for his involvement in a drug trafficking and money laundering scheme. The jury convicted Hernández on all three charges listed in his indictment. These charges included conspiring to import cocaine into the US, which would carry a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years.

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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

The SEC pours a lot of cold water into its much-anticipated new disclosure rule. The post Gary Gensler Caves On Climate appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

MARCH 8, 2024

The government of Haiti extended the state of emergency around Port-Au-Prince Thursday following the increasing escalation of gang violence and the displacement of thousands. The state of emergency bans all forms of public protest, day and night, introduces a new curfew and grants security forces the ability to use “all legal means” to enforce the curfew and punish those who break it.

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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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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

Although receiving referrals is an important part of developing a practice, lawyers should be careful that they aren't being handed a pig in a poke. The post Lawyers Shouldn’t Use Other Lawyers To Cover Their Butts appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

MARCH 8, 2024

Hong Kong’s Court of Appeal upheld Hong Kong activist Tam Tak-chi’s sedition convictions on Thursday and refused to grant him leave to appeal his convictions. The District Court of Hong Kong previously sentenced Tam on April 20, 2022 to 40 months in prison over sedition charges. He was found guilty of uttering seditious words, holding or conniving to an unauthorized assembly and public disorder.

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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

From the pew pew pew dept. The post Peoria Police Put Out Recruiting Poster Telling Recruits To Come Play ‘Call Of Duty’ In Real Life appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

MARCH 8, 2024

Recently, my wife mentioned watching American Nightmare , a new Netflix true-crime documentary. Numerous other folks told me that I had to watch and report.

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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

Practical tips for lawyers and law firms seeking improved engagement. The post Diversify Your Calls To Action: A Guide For Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

MARCH 8, 2024

Companies attending Tulane University Law School's annual Corporate Law Institute conference got distinctive insights into how they can responsibly fend off activist investor attacks, heard diverging views about activists' motivations, and were warned about potential red flags in board members' pasts.

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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

Her legal training served her well on the show. The post This Attorney Sure Knows How To Be A ‘Traitor’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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InHouseBlog

MARCH 8, 2024

Research before your in-house interview – of course you should! It is universally understood that you should research the company with which you are interviewing. Know the key players of the company, the origins of the company, its mission statement, and any other details that you can glean from the company’s website. Take some time to Google the company; get up-to-speed about the directors of the company, learn whether the company has undergone any new changes such as restructuring, acqui

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Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

In the age of both shifting partnership structures with the rise of non-equity partnership ranks and mercurial and mysterious compensation formulas, approximating your business’s value on the open market is a daunting task. The post Breaking Open The Black Box Of Partner Compensation appeared first on Above the Law.

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Attorney at Work

MARCH 8, 2024

Danielle DavisRoe | Here's how lawyers can use Microsoft's new AI tool. The post Microsoft Copilot for Lawyers: Is It Worth the Money? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.

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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

Tough time to start a business. The post Killing Affirmative Action Hits Another Business Sector appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

MARCH 8, 2024

A recently filed suit from four executives alleging Elon Musk cheated them out of severance pay adds to the legal fallout that Musk and X Corp. are facing in the aftermath of the tech billionaire's $44 billion acquisition of the company formerly known as Twitter.

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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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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

Things sure have changed. The post That’s Certainly *One* Way To Work At Cravath appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

MARCH 8, 2024

Department of Justice officials on Friday signaled a renewed emphasis on fighting foreign corruption, saying its planned whistleblower rewards program should prove useful in Foreign Corrupt Practices Act cases against private companies, and warned companies against running afoul of new rules barring the sale of personal data to foreign adversaries of the U.S.

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Above The Law

MARCH 8, 2024

Notes to my (legal) self. The post The Quest For The Perfect Legal Brief appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

MARCH 8, 2024

As increasing numbers of attorneys struggle with stress and mental health issues, business litigators can find protection against burnout by remembering their important role in society — because fulfillment in one’s work isn’t just reserved for public interest lawyers, say Bennett Rawicki and Peter Bigelow at Hilgers Graben.

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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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