Paralegal Bootcamp

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Video Interview with Olivia St. Clair Long In this video interview for the podcast, I talked to Olivia St. Clair Long, owner of a law firm in Illinois, what are some of the top skills or traits that you look for in paralegals that you also look for in your associates? What are three "must-have" skills for paralegals? And not just skills, but also, what are the skills or traits that you also look for in your new associates that align with the same skills for paralegals?

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Ecuador’s President, Daniel Noboa Azin, announced the decision to present a bill amending Article 5 of the constitution to permit the establishment of foreign military bases in the country on Monday. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the President announced a “Partial Reform Project to the Constitution” would be presented before the National Assembly.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Remember when Thomas Washington crossed the Delaware on a cherry tree? The post Dedicated Originalist Aileen Cannon Can’t Be Bothered To Learn Who These Founding Fathers People Are appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The US State Department confirmed in a press conference on Monday that David Lin, an American pastor the US alleges was wrongfully detained since 2009, has been released. US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller stated that Lin returned to the US for the first time in almost 20 years after he was released from prison in China. Lin’s release comes after Jake Sullivan, the current US State representative, wrapped up a three-day trip to Beijing, China to meet with top Beijing officials

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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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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“Judge Rejects Exxon Mobil’s Challenge to $725M Benzene Verdict, Adds $91M in Delay Damages; Judge Carmella Jacquinto of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas’ Sept. 13 rulings rejected a multipronged effort from Exxon Mobil to challenge the verdict handed up in May in Gill v. Exxon Mobil”: Aleeza Furman of The Legal Intelligencer has this report.

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HowAppealing

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“Sam Bankman-Fried claims trial judge botched rulings on advice-of-counsel defense”: Alison Frankel’s “On the Case” from Reuters has this post. You can view the brief for appellant filed last Friday in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit at this link.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua has left Escoda Shoal, a disputed area in the South China Sea, following a five-month deployment, according to a Sunday announcement from the Philippine government. This mission, described as successful by National Maritime Council (NMC) Chairperson and Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, marks the conclusion of an extensive operation.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“Memphis’ U.S. Attorney Kevin Ritz confirmed as federal appeals judge in party-line vote”: Evan Mealins and Lucas Finton of The Memphis Commercial Appeal have this report.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Members of Parliament convened in Canada’s House of Commons for an emergency debate on Monday evening to address six recent deaths of First Nations individuals in interactions with police forces across the country. NDP MP Lori Idlout requested the debate on the first day of the fall sitting of the House of Commons after the summer break, saying the issue requires immediate parliamentary attention after the incidents occurred in a very short time frame spanning five different provinces.

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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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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“First He Went After Anita Hill. Now He’s Coming for Clarence Thomas. As a young conservative, David Brock smeared Hill, who accused the Supreme Court justice of sexual harassment. Now, in a new book, Brock is denouncing Thomas and the court’s rightward tilt — and contending with his own complicated past.” Jennifer Szalai of The New York Times has this report.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The Council of the EU condemned the systemic oppression of women in Iran in a Monday statement. Monday marks the anniversary of the death of Mahsa Jina Amini , who died in custody following her arrest for allegedly not properly covering her hair. The statement denounced Iran’s crackdown on the “ Women, Life, Freedom ” movement, highlighting the imposition of unjust intentions and disproportionate restrictions on fundamental human rights.

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HowAppealing

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“TikTok faces skeptical judges in court fight over looming national ban; Justice Department cites national security, Chinese-owned app stresses First Amendment in hearing on future of a platform both presidential campaigns are embracing”: Drew Harwell and Eva Dou of The Washington Post have this report. You can access the audio of yesterday’s oral argument before a three-judge panel of the U.S.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Monday calling on the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the United Nations (UN) to assist their armed forces in adhering to International Humanitarian Law and ensuring basic human rights for Russian Civilians in the Kursk region, where the Ukrainian army has been conducting a counter-offense for three weeks now.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Three-quarters of U.S. providers and payers say they have increased their IT spending over the past year, according to a new report from Bain & Company and KLAS Research. Both providers and payers are investing in cybersecurity technology, as well as AI tools. The post Providers and Payers Are Increasing Their Tech Spend — Where Are They Investing the Most?

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Amnesty International on Tuesday condemned the arrest of at least 97 opposition members in Tunisia last week, claiming authorities have escalated their crackdown on civil society ahead of the country’s presidential elections on October 6. The rights group found that at least 97 members of the opposition group Ennahda were arrested on September 12 and 13 and that the individuals “are being investigated for conspiracy charges and other charges under the counter-terrorism law.” Th

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“Are the Justices’ Opinions Emotionally Charged and Does it Matter?” Adam Feldman has this post at his “Empirical SCOTUS” blog.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Peruvian law students from the Facultad de Derecho y Ciencias Políticas , Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abad del Cusco are reporting for JURIST on law-related events in or affecting Perú. All of them are from CIED ( Centro de Investigación de los Estudiantes de Derecho , a student research center in UNSAAC’s faculty of law dedicated to spreading legal information and improving legal culture through study and research, promoting critical and reflective debate to contribute to the deve

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“J&J gets $260 million talc verdict overturned in Oregon, new trial ordered”: Brendan Pierson of Reuters has this report.

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Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

No one likes to pay bills. Even when the service or product we are paying for, such as attorney fees, is way more valuable than the actual dollar amount on the invoice, we humans just hate to see the money out the door. And that natural resistance to doling out the bucks can often leave […] The post Six Ways to Make Clients Happy to Pay Your Bills appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

“Two US judges cleared of misconduct over Columbia clerk boycott”: Nate Raymond of Reuters has this report.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Eli Mazour’s expansion of the Clause 8 podcast experience into the Voice of IP newsletter is a welcome one. The post 3 More Questions For A Patent Podcast Pro (Part I) 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

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines intend to close their $1.9 billion merger within days as the U.S. Department of Transportation greenlit the deal Tuesday after convincing the companies to agree to conditions meant to protect travelers, rural communities and competition in the market.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The firm has already filed an appeal in the Olympic-sized injustice. The post Jordan Chiles Turns To Biglaw To Continue The Fight Over Olympic Bronze Medal appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

General counsel base salaries at companies making $5 billion or more in revenue has increased from last year, while their total compensation has decreased, according to a report released Tuesday by the Association of Corporate Counsel and Empsight International LLC.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

* FBI subjects Sean Diddy Combs to the opposite of Finna Get Loose. [ AP News ] * District attorney should be disbarred according to ethics panel. [ ABA Journal ] * Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern offer their mea culpa (would that be nos culpa or something?) for ever suggesting that Chief Justice Roberts had a centrist bone in his body. [ Slate ] * Criminal case could put a bunch of quality baseball cards back on the market. [ Bloomberg Law News ] * Trouble in paradise as litigation among

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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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