Attorney at Work
APRIL 3, 2025
Wayne Hassay | No-nonsense insight on how legal service plans work and how they deliver for solo and small law firms. The post Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Legal Practice: How Lawyers Can Leverage Legal Service Plans appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
APRIL 3, 2025
Amnesty International welcomed on Wednesday the decision of Lithuania’s Supreme Administrative Court to accept a class action lawsuit from 24 asylum seekers who were arbitrarily detained by Lithuanian authorities between 2021 and 2022. The organization praised the ruling as a significant step toward justice and reparation for asylum seekers who have faced mistreatment and human rights abuses.
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Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Getting started is hard to do. Whether you are transitioning from a law firm to an in-house role or stepping into your first in-house position, the shift can be overwhelming. Many lawyers quickly realize that law school does not fully prepare them for the realities of in-house practice. Its a common complaint among legal professionals — some argue that law schools should do more to bridge the gap, while others believe that new in-house lawyers must take the initiative to gain practical exp
SCOTUSBlog
APRIL 3, 2025
Share The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has relisted for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. Over the past couple of conferences, the Supreme Court has continued to clear out the rolls of relisted cases. Remarkably, the Supreme Court denied review without comment in the most recent newly relisted case , Escobar v.
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Why does it take 20-40 hrs. to create a compliant legal brief? TypeLaw analyzed 10,000+ briefs to determine the anatomy of the average brief—how many words, paragraphs, citations to the record, and more. See the research results in this infographic.
Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Contracts are the backbone of commerce, but they often create friction, delay, and unnecessary expense. In Season 10, Episode 7 of “Notes to My (Legal) Self,” I sat down with Jake Stein, co-founder and CEO of Common Paper, to explore how standard contracts can transform the way businesses negotiate, close deals, and manage obligations. Jakes journey from tech founder to legal innovator offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of standardization in the legal fiel
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Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Getty Images Ed note: This is the eighth in a series. Read the previous installment here. Picture yourself as a chef in the grand kitchen of networking. The conference has ended, but the ingredients you’ve gathered the contacts, the conversations are fresh and ready to be transformed into something delectable. Like a culinary artist, your task is to take these raw interactions and craft them into memorable, long-lasting relationships By avoiding these culinary-inspired catastrophes, you
SCOTUSBlog
APRIL 3, 2025
Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Heres the Thursday morning read: Supreme Court appears divided over whether states can cut off Planned Parenthood funding (Lindsay Whitehurst, The Associated Press) Supreme Court hears case that could see more Planned Parenthood clinics closed (Nina Totenberg, NPR) Supreme Court seems to back Planned Parenthood in patient rights case (Ann E.
Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
(Photo by Derek White/WireImage) I thought that we were done with this episode! Jeffery Williams, Barter 6 rapper and belt holder for the longest trial in Georgia’s history, is back in the hot seat. It took a lot of luck and chutzpah for Young Thug and Brian Steel to put their trust in the judge’s hands for sentencing, but they hit the jackpot.
Day on Torts
APRIL 3, 2025
Where a premises liability plaintiff had no proof that a bench outside defendant restaurant was dangerous or defective, summary judgment for the defendant was affirmed. In Ellis v. Snookums Steakhouse, LLC , No. W2024-01165-COA-R3-CV (Tenn. Ct. App. Mar. 11, 2025), the plaintiff ate at defendant restaurant before walking outside. When the plaintiff sat on a bench located outside, the bench flipped or tilted from end to end.
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Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Theres a common warning in the age of generative AI: Garbage in, garbage out. In other words, there is no quality AI output without quality human input. Its a message Thomson Reuters has clearly taken to heart. Thomson Reuters employs more than 650 attorney-editors at Practical Law all of whom have 10 or more years of experience in law firms or corporate law departments.
EvidenceProf Blog
APRIL 3, 2025
In a trial for two counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child, should defense counsel be able to ask prospective jurors the following question during jury selection: Do you believe children are capable of lying about significant events? That.
Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Many profitable and well-run law firms have separate legal technology systems for separate tasks. But could these firms save some cash and become more efficient if they were to consolidate these tools? Would doing so provide competitive advantages in the future? How difficult of a process really is it to consolidate separate systems and the data they contain?
Patently O
APRIL 3, 2025
Calling IP Attorneys — Come Judge our 14th Annual Patent Moot Court Competition taking place via Zoom on April 14th and 16th, 2025. This is a memorable capstone experience for the students but it requires your expertise. This year’s group is larger than usual and that means I need more judges. No Presidential Appointment is necessary, but you do need a JD, IP law experience, and most importantly passion for supporting the next generation of attorneys.
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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
Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Hundreds Of Law Professors File Amicus Brief : See if your school is represented ! Didn’t Expect To See That Name So Soon : The prosecution wants a second bite at Jeffrey Williams. A Decision Meant To Last : Cheers to 18 years of sobriety ! Are You Caught Up On The Fealty List ?: Start with Milbank and go in reverse order. The post Weird Place To See Your Professor’s Name!
JURIST
APRIL 3, 2025
The Constitutional Court of Korea unanimously ruled to confirm the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol via oral decision Thursday. Under Article 68 of the Korean Constitution, a new election for a Korean president must commence within 60 days. This ruling confirms the impeachment motion which triggered the review, and Yoon is dismissed from office effective immediately.
Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Vaults 2025 Best Law Firms ranking, which Biglaw firm score best for associate/partner relations? Hint: The international firm has been around 185 years and counting. See the answer on the next page. The post The Biglaw Firm Where Partners And Associates Have The Best Rapport appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
APRIL 3, 2025
“Remarkable Things in the Governments Alien Enemies Act Briefs to the Supreme Court”: Marty Lederman has this post at the “Just Security” blog.
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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?
Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
Health tech companies made several major funding announcements in March. Here is a list of some of the biggest funding rounds. The post 4 Notable Health Tech Funding Announcements in March appeared first on MedCity News.
HowAppealing
APRIL 3, 2025
“The Supreme Court Precedent That Should Free Mahmoud Khalil”: Law professor Brad Snyder has this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate.
Above The Law
APRIL 3, 2025
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HowAppealing
APRIL 3, 2025
“Bonus 136: Nationwide Injunctions vs. Nationwide Class Actions; If those who oppose non-plaintiff-specific relief are doing so on principle and not just politics, they should support more robust nationwide class action suits against the federal government.” Steve Vladeck has this post at his “One First” Substack site.
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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.
Law 360
APRIL 3, 2025
Overseas food giants Nestl, Danone and Hero can exit a multidistrict litigation alleging baby food tainted with toxic metals caused children to develop autism, a California federal judge has ruled, but domestic subsidiaries who manufactured the products, such as Gerber, Nurture and Beech-Nut, must remain as defendants.
HowAppealing
APRIL 3, 2025
“US judicial panel votes to scrap key part of amicus disclosure rule”: Nate Raymond of Reuters has this report.
ABA Journal
APRIL 3, 2025
When it comes to shaping policy and defending justice, lawyers have a powerful voicebut only if it’s heard.
HowAppealing
APRIL 3, 2025
“The Senate and the Edward Martin Nomination; The case for non-confirmation”: Jack Goldsmith has this post at the “Executive Functions” Substack site.
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