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Committee to Protect Journalists calls for release of Myanmar journalist who wrote about military operation in Arakan State

JURIST

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), an independent organisation that defends the rights of journalists, called Tuesday for the release of Htet Aung, a Myanmar journalist who had been sentenced to five years imprisonment with hard labour. The sentence of Htet Aung followed the publication of his article for the DMG Newsroom titled “Calls for justice on the sixth anniversary of Muslim genocide in Arakan State” which outlines the 2017 clearance operation by the Myanmar military

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Justice Alito’s Views On Social Media And The First Amendment Seem To Shift Depending On Who He Wants To Win

Above The Law

From the which-way-the-wind-blows dept. The post Justice Alito’s Views On Social Media And The First Amendment Seem To Shift Depending On Who He Wants To Win appeared first on Above the Law.

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UN adopts draft resolution to bridge Artificial Intelligence gap for developing countries

JURIST

The 78th Session of the UN General Assembly on Monday adopted a draft resolution “Enhancing international cooperation on capacity-building of artificial intelligence” (A/78/L.86). Introduced by China, the text resolves to bridge the artificial intelligence (AI) divides between and within countries with the particular aim of increasing technology capabilities for developing countries.

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Chemerinsky: SCOTUS term reveals deeply divided justices frustrated with one another

ABA Journal

At times, some have referred to the Supreme Court as “nine scorpions in a bottle.

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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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Sierra Leone president enacts landmark law against child marriage

JURIST

Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio signed into law a landmark bill criminalizing child marriage on Tuesday, marking a significant step in addressing a persistent issue in the West African nation. The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act , which received parliamentary approval last month, imposes strict penalties, including up to 15 years in prison or fines exceeding $2,000, for those who marry girls under 18.

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Human Rights NGOs urge Austria to investigate sexual crimes by Russia military in Ukraine

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The Clooney Foundation for Justice (CFJ), an organisation led by human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, and Centre for the Enforcement of Human Rights International (CEHRI), a non-profit organisation that advocates for liability for international crimes, filed a case in Austria calling for investigations into sexual violence and murder in Ukraine by Russian soldiers on Monday.

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Lawyer freed pending appeal of Jan. 6 conviction because of Supreme Court decision

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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UK man arrested with bomb at Leeds hospital convicted of terrorism charges

JURIST

A former student nurse who was previously convicted of having brought a pressure cooker bomb to a British hospital has also been found guilty of planning a terrorist attack on a Royal Air Force Base, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) announced on Tuesday. On Jan. 20, 2023, Mohammad Farooq — a British citizen and former nursing student — was arrested for entering St.

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Lawyer’s conduct must be ‘seriously’ annoying to warrant restraining order, appeals court says

ABA Journal

Updated: A lawyer who accused another attorney of yelling and glaring at her, ranting “in an unintelligible manner” and serving her with bogus documents is…

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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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Wishing A Happy 4th To Our Advertisers

Above The Law

We love working with you. The post Wishing A Happy 4th To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.

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These law firms topped rankings for minority, female and LGBTQ lawyers

ABA Journal

Larger law firms are making slight gains in employment of minority and female lawyers, according to rankings released last week by the American Lawyer.

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Photos of Australian children used illicitly to train AI tools, HRW reports

JURIST

Personal photos of Australian children are being misused to power artificial intelligence (AI) tools, Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported Tuesday. According to the report, these pictures are obtained from the web without the children’s or their families’ knowledge or consent and compiled in a data set that companies use to train their AI tools.

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Biglaw Firms Have The Urge To Merge In The ‘Great Growth Race’

Above The Law

Law firms have 'never been more keenly interested' in mergers. Is your firm in combination talks? The post Biglaw Firms Have The Urge To Merge In The ‘Great Growth Race’ 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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This law firm increased revenue by about 139% in 5 years while raising partner profits

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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Morning Docket: 07.03.24

Above The Law

* Rudy's disbarment put in perspective. [ Vanity Fair ] * Data breach reveals federal judge signed up for a foreign spy service. Totally normal behavior. [ Reason ] * Biglaw closing offices in China makes sense, but Chicago? [ Law.com International ] * Meanwhile, Armstrong Teasdale retreats from Silicon Slopes. [ American Lawyer ] * Judge Xavier Rodriguez runs pilot AI test against human clerks working on high profile trial. [ Bloomberg Law News ] * Northwestern Law sued for discriminating again

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Pakistan law minister dismisses UN working group recommendations urging release of former PM Imran Khan

JURIST

Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Azam Nazeer Tarar, dismissed on Tuesday the recommendations of the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) concerning the release of the country’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Tarar responded to the report released by WGAD in a statement to the state broadcaster PTV , stating that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief’s arrest and pending cases against him are an internal matter of Pakistan.

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How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Above The Law

The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup 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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Ukraine court convicts leader of occupied Luhansk region

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The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) announced on Tuesday that Leonid Pasichnyk, the leader of the self-proclaimed Luhansk People’s Republic in the occupied territory of Ukraine’s Luhansk province, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. In a press release, the SSU announced the conviction of Leonid Pasichnyk, stating he was found guilty under Articles 110.2 and 111-1.5 of the Ukrainian Criminal Code for encroachment on Ukraine’s territorial integrity and inviolability, committed

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“The Supreme Court Is Getting Very Annoyed With the Fifth Circuit’s Dogged Lawlessness; The justices are running out of ways to politely turn away the Fifth Circuit’s ambitious attempts to push a conservative policy agenda”

HowAppealing

“The Supreme Court Is Getting Very Annoyed With the Fifth Circuit’s Dogged Lawlessness; The justices are running out of ways to politely turn away the Fifth Circuit’s ambitious attempts to push a conservative policy agenda”: G.S. Hans has this essay online at Balls and Strikes.

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UN urges release of US journalist Evan Gershkovich detained in Russia

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The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention said Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, is arbitrarily detained for espionage and should be released on Tuesday. The submission criticized the Russian government for the serious unjustifiable deprivation of his freedom and rights during the criminal procedure. The UN working group on arbitrary detention found that the detention was arbitrary on four grounds.

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“President Biden Names Fifty-Second Round of Judicial Nominees”

HowAppealing

“President Biden Names Fifty-Second Round of Judicial Nominees”: The White House issued this news release today. In early news coverage, Lucy Marques of The Charlotte Observer reports that “ Biden picks NC solicitor general as nominee for 4th Circuit appeals court vacancy.” And Suzanne Monyak of Bloomberg Law reports that “ Biden Taps North Carolina Solicitor General for Fourth Circuit.

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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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Juries Keep Awarding Ex-Hedge Fund Marketing Chief Unreasonable Bonuses

Above The Law

Judge Lewis Liman may think there may not be enough evidence to support seven figures, but these panels of Youngjoo Rhee’s peers disagree. The post Juries Keep Awarding Ex-Hedge Fund Marketing Chief Unreasonable Bonuses appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Something Has Gone Deeply Wrong at the Supreme Court; Jurists who preach fidelity to the Constitution are making decisions that flatly contradict our founding document’s text and ideals”

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“Something Has Gone Deeply Wrong at the Supreme Court; Jurists who preach fidelity to the Constitution are making decisions that flatly contradict our founding document’s text and ideals”: Law professor Akhil Reed Amar has this essay online at The Atlantic.

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Blackwells Loses Bid To See Disney Books On ValueAct

Law 360

The Walt Disney Co. does not have to give activist shareholder Blackwells Capital more information about an agreement that Disney made with ValueAct Capital, a Delaware Chancery Court judge ruled Wednesday, finding that Blackwells had "failed to meet its burden to prove a credible basis to suspect wrongdoing.

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“The Next President Will Split Up the Supreme Court’s Factions; The bench is currently divided between three liberals, three arch-conservatives, and three centrist conservatives, leading to shifting alliances — and an opportunity for the next president”

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“The Next President Will Split Up the Supreme Court’s Factions; The bench is currently divided between three liberals, three arch-conservatives, and three centrist conservatives, leading to shifting alliances — and an opportunity for the next president”: Law professor Noah Feldman has this essay online at Bloomberg Opinion.

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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.