ABA Journal

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

It’s always a smart idea to begin the holiday shopping earlier than later.

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Attorney at Work

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Sally Schmidt | Turning satisfied clients into loyal clients will make your practice more profitable and enjoyable. The post Moving a Client from ‘Satisfied’ to ‘Loyal’ appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Law 360

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The pandemic and ensuing "great resignation" have resulted in a more transient legal work force, but law firms can use effective professional development programs to bridge a cultural gap with new associates and stem associate attrition, says Matthew Woods at Robins Kaplan.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

International human rights charities Redress and Free Nazanin Wednesday released a report describing Iranian authorities’ actions, especially in the midst of the nationwide Mahsa Amini protests , as “state hostage-taking.” The nearly 50-page report argues Iran has institutionalized state hostage-taking through the practice of arbitrary detention, torture and ill-treatment of foreign and dual nationals to obtain diplomatic leverage.

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

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

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HowAppealing

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

“The Impossibility of Principled Originalism”: Eric Segall has this blog post at “Dorf on Law.” The post “The Impossibility of Principled Originalism” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Phew! That's something lawyers can be thankful for. The post A Thanksgiving Gift From The President: No Student Loan Payments Until Summer 2023 appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

The European Parliament Thursday condemned Qatari authorities for the alleged human rights abuses and urged FIFA and Qatar to compensate for widespread human rights abuses that migrant workers have endured while building the 2022 World Cup infrastructure. European Parliament supported migrant workers and their families, human rights organization , football associations , sponsors , political leaders , athletes , and labour unions who have criticized the ongoing human rights violations in Qatar.

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LegalReader

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

You might not need to produce financial records at the very beginning of the divorce process, but you should get these documents in order early on so that they will be readily available when you need them.

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The Crime Report

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Louisiana had the highest per capita incarceration rates for prisons and jails in the United States in 2020, bogged down by long sentences and other related issues, according to a Public Welfare Foundation study. No southern state has a higher percentage of people serving natural life without the possibility of parole than Louisiana, the study finds.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

It wouldn't be Thanksgiving dinner without this lawyer. The post The Legal Roots Of That Thanksgiving Staple, Cranberry Sauce appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

A group of Tanzanian villagers Wednesday filed legal action with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice against the mining company Barrick Gold for a number of human rights violations at its North Mara Gold Mine. It is the first time that the mining company has faced legal action in Canada for human rights violations abroad. The plaintiffs, members of the Indigenous Kurya community in northern Tanzania, allege that security forces at the North Mara Gold Mine use extreme violence to guard the mine

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SCOTUSBlog

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Share In a term already packed with intellectual-property fights , the justices now have another one to chew on: a trademark scuffle over a squeaking dog toy. The court agreed on Monday to hear a dispute between the maker of Jack Daniel’s whiskey and a company that manufacturers dog toys resembling the Tennessee distillery’s iconic bottle.

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The Crime Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The owner of Vera, a gay bar in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, spoke out against the NYPD’s handling of vandalism after a brick was thrown through the bar’s window Saturday night, the third time in one week, Jake Offenhartz reports for Gothamist. The owner, David DeParolesa, told Gothamist that police were dismissive when he reported the incidents and said the NYPD told him that the crimes may not warrant reporting to the state’s Hate Crimes Task Force. .

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NOVEMBER 22, 2022

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

The UK government Thursday rejected a proposed legislative amendment to allow judges to dismiss legal cases brought by wealthy oligarchs or businesses to silence journalists and critics. The amendment, tabled by MP Liam Byrne, was aimed at addressing “Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation” (SLAPPs), through which wealthy individuals often use defamation or privacy laws to threaten investigative journalists with extensive legal costs.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

It is still important to relax and recharge around the holidays, even though self-employment is much more of an eat-what-you-kill system than working as an associate at a firm. The post Definitely Take At Least Some Time Off This Holiday Season appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Crime Report

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Detective Eric Matthews decided Jessica Logan probably killed her baby before he talked to a single eyewitness or collected almost any evidence. At that point, on Oct. 9, 2019, the coroner hadn’t yet announced a cause of death.

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Hard for me to believe it, but Saturday was the 20th anniversary of this blog, which I founded on Nov. 19, 2002, with this introductory post. I actually started writing about this stuff even earlier, in 1995, when my fascination with the potential of the internet for lawyers prompted me to launch a syndicated column, Lawyers.online , starting with this inaugural installment, The Internet: A Revolution in Law Practice.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

New York federal judge John Sinatra Tuesday issued a preliminary injunction in Christian v. Nigrellixi blocking New York’s enforcement of the “private property exclusion” within NY penal law section 265.01-d. Judge Sinatra found the ban unconstitutional because it violates the US Constitution’s Fourteenth Amendment regarding citizens’ right to “keep and bear arms,” as guaranteed in the US Constitution’s Second Amendent.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

How can you tell if you need to be working on Black Friday? Allow us to help make your decision easier. The post Biglaw Holiday Decision Tree: Do You Have To Work The Friday After Thanksgiving? appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Crime Report

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

On Sunday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a state wide increase in efforts to protect vulnerable communities from hate crimes through boosted monitoring on social media and in person and through community outreach by police across the state, including from the state’s counter terrorism unit. “I have directed the New York State Police to ramp up monitoring and increase support for communities that are potential targets of hate crimes,” said Gov.

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Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story

Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.

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LegalReader

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Dean Gillespie spent 20 years in prison for a series of rapes he did commit not after Miami Township police officials suppressed evidence that would have shown he was camping in another state when the crimes were committed.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The Law Society of England and Wales Tuesday called for Iranian authorities to comply with international legal obligations to respect fundamental human rights. The call by the largest governing body of UK solicitors comes in the midst of increased arrests and arbitrary detentions of lawyers in Iran over the nationwide Mahsa Amini protests. This is the second time the Law Society has called for Iranian authorities to respect the rule of law.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

It remains to be seen how many more law schools will join the rebellion. The post This Year, I’m Thankful That Law Schools Ditching US News Rankings Might Make My Book Obsolete appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Crime Report

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Singapore Police’s white-collar crime unit launched an investigation into Binance.Com under orders from Singapore’s financial regulator. Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is accused of non-compliance with local payment services rules, including “actively soliciting” users, Chanyaporn Chanjaroen reports for Bloomberg news.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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