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Six Ways to Make Clients Happy to Pay Your Bills

Attorney at Work

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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Attorney Reveals Top 3 Must-Have Skills for Paralegals

Paralegal Bootcamp

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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Ecuador president proposes constitutional reform permitting establishment of foreign military bases

JURIST

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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Game Time: Season of a Legal Career

Attorney at Work

Susan Cohodes | For as long as I can remember, I’ve organized my life around a calendar with two sections: football season and waiting for football season. The post Game Time: Season of a Legal Career appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and 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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US confirms release of American pastor David Lin from China prison

JURIST

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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Canada MP’s hold emergency debate on First Nations deaths in police encounters

JURIST

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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Providers and Payers Are Increasing Their Tech Spend — Where Are They Investing the Most?

Above The Law

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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Data-Driven Decision Making Is The Key to Firm Growth

CARET Legal

Data-driven insights can streamline law firm operations, cut overhead, and improve resource management, paving the way for scalable growth. The legal field is changing fast, and the firms that leverage data are positioning themselves for growth. By using insights from data, firms can discover new opportunities, streamline operations, and sharpen their competitive edge.

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3 More Questions For A Patent Podcast Pro (Part I)

Above The Law

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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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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EU condemns Iran’s oppression of women on anniversary of Mahsa Jina Amini’s death

JURIST

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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Morning Docket: 09.17.24

Above The Law

* 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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Ukraine calls on UN and ICRC to support humanitarian efforts in Kursk following incursion

JURIST

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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There’s ‘Heightened’ Interest In U.S. And U.K. Biglaw Mergers

Above The Law

London calling to the faraway towns, now a merger's declared, and the firms come down. The post There’s ‘Heightened’ Interest In U.S. And U.K. Biglaw Mergers 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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Tunisia escalates crackdown on society ahead of presidential elections: Amnesty International

JURIST

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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Jordan Chiles Turns To Biglaw To Continue The Fight Over Olympic Bronze Medal

Above The Law

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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Peru dispatch: death of divisive ex-president Fujimori poses challenges for his movement and his country

JURIST

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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“Are the Justices’ Opinions Emotionally Charged and Does it Matter?”

HowAppealing

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

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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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DOT Clears $1.9B Alaska-Hawaiian Airlines Combo For Takeoff

Law 360

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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“J&J gets $260 million talc verdict overturned in Oregon, new trial ordered”

HowAppealing

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

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GC Base Salaries At Big Companies On The Rise

Law 360

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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“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”

HowAppealing

“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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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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Pro se litigant and lawyer ordered to pay $1.5M for using Lewis Brisbois name

ABA Journal

Updated: A federal judge in Houston has ordered a lawyer and a pro se litigant in a rental-fee and eviction dispute to pay $1.5 million for registering a Texas business using the name of Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, the law firm representing their litigation opponent in the rental litigation.

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“Two US judges cleared of misconduct over Columbia clerk boycott”

HowAppealing

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

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Writing The Kind Of Legal Story You Want To Read

Above The Law

Lawyers write the best legal fiction. The post Writing The Kind Of Legal Story You Want To Read appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Sam Bankman-Fried claims trial judge botched rulings on advice-of-counsel defense”

HowAppealing

“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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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.