Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 6, 2023

Are you getting ready transition into your new paralegal role? I was fortunate to start my paralegal career at a law firm where the managing partners saw the value in making sure employees were taken care of. I loved my job, helping others, and the benefits were unbeatable. Sure, there were times when I felt like quitting because of mounting discovery or tenacious clients, but I really enjoyed showing up every day.

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Above The Law

JULY 7, 2023

Nowhere are clichés more overused and misused than in legal tech marketing and sales. The post ‘Legal Tech Lists’: 7 Words And Phrases Lawyers Don’t Want To Hear appeared first on Above the Law.

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My Shingle

JULY 6, 2023

Since this last post summarizing 15 states’ ethics opinions on flat fees as of September 2022, there have been some new developments on the flat fee front. None of these rulings are particularly helpful. If anything, they further complicate flat fee billing. Fortunately, there are workarounds to solve the problem, one of which you can… The post Emerging Developments in Flat Fees appeared first on My Shingle.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 7, 2023

Lee Rosen | I have not always been good to the people who work for me. Here are a few things I learned from my misbehavior. The post Easy Ways to Make Your Assistant Happy appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!

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Law 360

JULY 3, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission is standing by its designated agency ethics official following a Wall Street Journal article revealing she owned stock in Meta Platforms Inc. while recommending that Chair Lina Khan recuse herself from the agency's case challenging a Meta deal, according to a statement issued Friday.

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SCOTUSBlog

JULY 7, 2023

Share The Petitions of the Week column highlights a selection of cert petitions recently filed in the Supreme Court. A list of all petitions we’re watching is available here. Rents in New York City are among the highest in the country and rising. According to a report from brokerage firm Douglas Elliman , median rents in Manhattan reached a record high in May of $4,395 per month.

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Law 360

JULY 3, 2023

Justice Samuel Alito conjured up a bizarre hypothetical about selling dog urine, Justice Amy Coney Barrett elicited a bit-too-personal childhood anecdote during oral argument, and Justice Neil Gorsuch cracked wise about attorneys inflating their hours. Here, Law360 highlights the moments from this term that briefly achieved that rarest of alchemies, turning lawyering into laughter.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 6, 2023

Brooke Lively | It takes more than a P&L and balance sheet to understand how your firm is doing. The post What Should Be on Your Law Firm’s Dashboard appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Patently O

JULY 5, 2023

by Dennis Crouch Inguran, LLC v. ABS Global, Inc., No. 22-1385 (Fed. Cir. July 5, 2023) The court’s decision here makes two important res judicata holdings that favor patent holders: (1) a final judgment as to claims of literal infringement do not preclude the patentee from later suing the same party for inducing infringement since “an induced infringement claim rests on evidence and elements beyond those required by direct infringement;” (2) res judicata cannot bar a patentee

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Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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JURIST

JULY 1, 2023

The UN Security Council withdrew the Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) on Friday, handing security over to Mali’s transitional government. According to the passed resolution, MINUSMA will begin removing its personnel from Mali on July 1 and finish by January 1 of 2024. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for: the full cooperation of the transitional Government for an orderly and safe withdrawal of the mission’s personnel and assets in the comi

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 27, 2023

I get this question so often from new paralegals who tell me they’re not comfortable around their attorneys and struggling to develop their confidence and find their confident voice as a paralegal. They’re new to the legal profession, they’re working for a senior partner, and they are just not the same person as they are when they’re around their other colleagues.

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The Estrin Report

JULY 11, 2023

At the beginning of August 2022, I made one of the boldest moves of my career: I quit my well-paying full-time job as an in-house litigation paralegal at a health and wellness company and put out my shingle as a freelance paralegal. It was simultaneously thrilling and terrifying. Luckily I had a few things in the “Pros” column when I made my decision.

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Above The Law

JULY 6, 2023

Musk won't cage fight Zuckerberg, so he'll have to settle for getting whupped in court. The post Elon Musk Sends Legal Threat To Facebook And Once Facebook Finishes Laughing I’m Sure They’ll Get Right Back To Him appeared first on Above the Law.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 9, 2023

Jay Harrington | Even if you're a brand-new associate, it's never too early to think about business development. The post This Is How You Build a Book of Business appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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HowAppealing

JULY 9, 2023

“The Supreme Court’s continuing march to the right”: Tierney Sneed of CNN has this news analysis. The post “The Supreme Court’s continuing march to the right” appeared first on How Appealing.

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JURIST

JULY 2, 2023

Canadian unionised port workers in the Pacific coast province of British Columbia went on strike on Thursday. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) are currently undergoing negotiations on behalf of the workers with the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA). The Collective Agreement which has governed the relationship between the port workers and their employers expired in March, and the parties have failed to reach an agreement.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 11, 2023

4 Pro Tips for Drafting Billable Time Entries How much do you love drafting billable time entries? Oh, don’t we all love trying to figure out how to describe what we just did? We spent four hours. We know it was valuable work to the client, but now we have to sit down and describe it. Or worse yet, you spent.1 on a task that takes you.1 to figure out how to describe it.

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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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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

JULY 22, 2023

Some lawyer s get burned hiring staff, whether it’s legal assistant s , paralegals or other attorneys. But, just because you miss out once, in trying to hire somebody, doesn’t mean you should give up forever. There are distinct advantages to bring ing on employees, including increased control over work product + improved revenue generation models. In my experience, I’ve found that law firms connect on a successful hire (across all employee categories) about 40% of the time.

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LDA PRO

JULY 18, 2023

In the realm of property management, navigating the eviction process can be challenging. At LDA Pro Legal, we understand the complexities involved in handling evictions, and our specialized services extend to providing assistance with 30-day eviction notice in California. Whether you need a swift resolution to tenant issues or professional guidance throughout the eviction process, our team is dedicated to delivering accurate and efficient services.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 5, 2023

Nothing But the Ruth | Here's what I really want to say in my client engagement agreements. The post Client Engagement Agreements: Blunt Terms I Wish I Could Include appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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EvidenceProf Blog

JULY 4, 2023

The University of Iowa College of Law Faculty Hiring Announcement The University of Iowa College of Law anticipates hiring multiple entry-level or lateral faculty members, in a search that considers candidates specializing in a broad range of first-year and advanced.

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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.

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JURIST

JULY 7, 2023

The Parliament of Ghana passed an extreme anti-gay bill on Wednesday, which is set to tighten laws against members of the LGBTQ+ community. Ghana’s 275 members of Parliament unanimously passed the bill, known as the 2021 Promotion of Appropriate Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. The bill is set to criminalize the promotion, advocacy, funding and acts of homosexuality.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 16, 2023

Billable Hours Matter More Than You Think They Do I thought, since I talked about billable time entries last week, then it might be a good time to take a deeper dive into billable hours this week. Well, let’s call it billable hours from a management perspective. Watch this paralegal training below! Why Do Billable Hours Matter to a Paralegal? Because your billable hours matter more than you think.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

JULY 22, 2023

Broadly speaking, lawyers take on too much. You know: at work, emotionally. They’re probably also trying to carry too many grocery bags into the house at one time. You know how it is. This, of course, leads to a whole host of problems, including that attorneys have higher incidences of alcohol and drug dependence, as well as depression, than does the general population.

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LDA PRO

JULY 13, 2023

When it comes to legal matters, having reliable and knowledgeable professionals by your side is crucial. At LDA Pro Legal, we understand the importance of having skilled paralegals for hire to assist you with a wide range of legal tasks. Whether you need support with deed preparation services, eviction paperwork in California, or an unlawful detainer case, our team of experienced paralegals in Sacramento is here to provide you with professional and efficient assistance.

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