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NOVEMBER 12, 2024

According to the 2025 In-House Legal Budgeting Report from Axiom and Wakefield Research, 96% of general councils said they expect “AI will meaningfully reduce costs within their legal department.” As we step into 2025, we’ll continue to experience technological evolution at an unprecedented pace that will reshape how law firms operate. The continuous evolution of legal technology is not just a trend; it’s a fundamental shift in how legal services are delivered, managed, and experienced.

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CosmoLex

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The rise of online payment solutions has impacted nearly every industry, shaping consumer expectations for everything from grocery shopping to high-level business operations. People aren’t just accustomed to digital payments—they actively seek them. While law firms have historically been slower to adopt new technology solutions, the reality is that law firms must keep up with payment trends to stay competitive.

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Paralegal.edu

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Internet-based social media platforms and online databases do not operate in a private sphere. They store everything public, everywhere, and it is available to everyone – even employers. Complete internet anonymity does not exist. Many things about you and your personality beyond your resume might be accessible. These include your support of causes, interests, or ideas.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Quick Video Tip for Time Management A Paralegal Resource For You In the podcast episode, Ann announced a FREE webinar for paralegals in November. Details below. The Paralegal Playbook: 10 Career-Boosting Principles Date: November 20, 2024 Time: 1:00 p.m. EST/12:00 CST Cost: Free **Limited to the first 500 registrations. Get your seat here.

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LDA PRO

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Navigating the emotional and legal complexities of a divorce can be overwhelming. For many people in Sacramento, the prospect of handling divorce paperwork while juggling emotional stress can feel daunting. That’s where a Divorce Paralegal Sacramento comes in. At LDA Pro Legal, we are here to help simplify and streamline your divorce paperwork, offering professional and affordable solutions to manage your case efficiently.

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The Estrin Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Toxic interviews from your employees must stop now By Chere B. Estrin There are times when law firms are creating hiring suicide. Yes, hiring suicide. This should be a new term coined for a situation that has existed forever. A few months ago, we had a job search for an experienced IP Paralegal for an AmLaw firm. The candidate was far beyond the average: Master’s degree in IP from Turin University in Italy where they spent a year abroad studying; a BA degree in Political Science, pre-law; Gradua

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Their combined revenue would catapult the new firm near the top of financial rankings. The post Biglaw Merger Alert: This Transatlantic Tie-Up Will Create A $2B Megafirm appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked the entry into force of a Louisiana law that would have required all public classrooms in the state to prominently display the Ten Commandments. The ruling came in response to a motion by plaintiffs to enjoin state authorities from enforcing the law, which had been set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, pending the outcome of litigation.

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Conflict of Laws

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Call for Applications Lindemann Fellowship for Private International Law The Lindemann Fellowship, generously funded by the Lindemann Foundation, is a newly established initiative aimed at supporting promising academics in the field of private international law. The Fellowship’s primary goal is to provide early-career researchers with the opportunity to build a network with academics from all over Europe.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Examining data privacy and data security concerns with the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) tools in the legal industry and how to find the best solution. The post Data Privacy And Security With Gen AI Models appeared first on Above the Law.

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Attorney at Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Julie Roundtree Livington | Our children have a lot to teach us, especially when approaching differences. The post When Cultures Collide: How Children Inspire Inclusion in the Legal Profession appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The Inter-American Court of Human Rights released its ruling in the Case of Pérez Lucas et al v. Guatemala on Thursday, finding the State responsible for the forced disappearance of four Indigenous human rights defenders in 1989. The court determined that Guatemala violated multiple rights under the American Convention on Human Rights when state agents forcibly disappeared Agapito Pérez Lucas, Nicolás Mateo, Macario Pú Chivalán, and Luis Ruiz Luis, who were Indigenous Maya K’iche’ me

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

A Texas jury in a civil case has found that Consilio, which describes itself as “the global leader” in e-discovery, violated a Texas computer security criminal statute when it accessed the plaintiff’s computer without effective consent.

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HowAppealing

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

“Federal Judge Blocks Louisiana Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Classrooms; The ruling is probably the first in what could be a long legal fight for conservative Christian groups hoping to amplify public expressions of faith”: Rick Rojas of The New York Times has this report. Kim Bellware of The Washington Post reports that “ Judge blocks Louisiana from requiring schools to display Ten Commandments; A federal judge said the law was unconstitutional, but the state attorney gen

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Attorney at Work

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This is your annual opportunity to make some things happen in marketing and business development. Don’t miss it! The post New Year, New Marketing Opportunities for Your Law Practice appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

A federal US judge struck down Illinois’ Protect Illinois Communities Act (PICA) on Friday, ruling it unconstitutional under the Second Amendment of the US Constitution. US District Judge Stephen McGlynn ruled that PICA infringes on an individual’s Second Amendment rights, citing recent US Supreme Court interpretations of the Second Amendment.

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Patently O

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

by Dennis Crouch Recent patent prosecution data reveals a striking trend: the percentage of utility patents containing "non-transitory" software claims continued to increase -- from virtually zero 15 years ago to nearly 22% in 2024. This dramatic rise illustrates both the central role of software in our patent system and the peculiar formalistic requirements that have emerged around software patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101.

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HowAppealing

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

“Supreme Court Seems Ready to Allow Securities Fraud Case Against Nvidia; The case, which is in an early stage, accused the giant technology company of misleading investors about its exposure to the cryptocurrency industry”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report. Justin Jouvenal of The Washington Post reports that “ Supreme Court appears likely to allow securities fraud suit against Nvidia; The lawsuit alleges the chipmaker hid its dependence on sales to the volatil

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Attorney at Work

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The shift to paperless goes beyond merely reducing paper use. The post Paperless Law Practice: How to Boost Efficiency, Cut Costs and Improve Client Satisfaction appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

A federal indictment released Thursday revealed the US Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged the Jackson, Mississippi, mayor, two council members, and the district attorney with conspiracy, bribery, fraud, and money laundering. Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri reported in a DOJ press release that the charges are tied to alleged acts involving a real estate development scheme. “Officials who abuse their positions of authority to enrich themselves undermine

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CaseFleet

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Handling complex medical malpractice defense cases, often with over 20,000 pages of medical records, requires more than just organization—it demands efficiency and precision. For Tom Prato , a partner at Brown, Gruttadaro & Prato PLLC in Rochester, NY, staying ahead means using Casefleet since 2017 to streamline his document review and case management process.

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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?

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HowAppealing

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

“Supreme Court Mulls Deadline for Voluntary Immigrant Departures; Court asked for holiday, weekend flexibility; Tenth Circuit ruled 60-day deadline is not extendable”: Lydia Wheeler of Bloomberg Law has this report. And Kelsey Reichmann of Courthouse News Service reports that “ Sparks fly as justices spar with feds over deportation deadlines; The federal government drew the ire of the Supreme Court in both of Tuesday’s cases, struggling to defend deportation filing deadlines an

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NCBA

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By Andrea M. Blosser In the legal field, the term “pro bono” refers to legal services provided voluntarily and without payment. While most people think of attorneys when they hear about pro bono work, paralegals play an equally important role in providing these services. In North Carolina, pro bono paralegal work not only supports access […] The post The Importance of Pro Bono Paralegal Work first appeared on NCBarBlog.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A Netherlands appeals court overturned a landmark 2021 ruling requiring Shell to cut its carbon emissions by 45 percent by 2030 on Tuesday. This was a setback for the environmental advocacy group Milieudefensie, which sought legal avenues to enforce corporate climate action. In the original 2021 decision , the District Court of The Hague found that Shell had a legal obligation under Dutch civil law to align its emissions reduction targets with the goals of the 2015 Paris Climate Accords.

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LLRX

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, finance, health and medical records – to name but a few. On a weekly basis Pete Weiss highlights articles and information that focus on the increasingly complex and wide ranging ways technology is used to compromise and diminish our privacy and online security, often without our situational awareness.

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