Attorney at Work
AUGUST 23, 2023
Alex Smith | Adopting generative AI is not a simple matter of rolling out a ChatGPT-style bot and letting it perform legal tasks for you. The post Is Your Law Firm Generative AI Ready? appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 21, 2023
Being a paralegal can feel like a juggling act especially when you are the only one supporting your team of attorneys. If you have ever felt paralegal overwhelm and stress on the job, this is the blog for you. We received some questions from paralegals on the job asking for tips on what they can do to get back on track. I’ll dive into strategies to help you regain control of your time and increase productivity so you can stop drowning in work and start standing out in your firm.
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LawSites
AUGUST 22, 2023
A new international survey of lawyers, law students and consumers finds that nearly half believe generative AI will have a significant or transformative impact on the practice of law. Conducted by LexisNexis and released this morning at ILTACON, the annual conference of the International Legal Technology Association, the survey polled 7,950 lawyers, law students and consumers in the U.S., U.K., Canada and France about their overall awareness of generative AI and their perspectives on its potenti
EvidenceProf Blog
AUGUST 24, 2023
Oral arguments in the Adnan Syed/Hae Min Lee case are right around the corner (October 5th) in the Supreme Court of Maryland. The case has been dissected and analyzed all across the media, so much so that it gets difficult.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 24, 2023
Tips on How to Stay Positive and Find a New Paralegal Job As my time as a paralegal continues to grow, I’ve become more and more accustomed to seeing that e-mail stating that so and so is “no longer with the firm”. Getting fired usually comes a shock. We tend to believe that we can see these kinds of things coming, but really, we don’t. I consider myself a hard-working employee who makes sacrifices for the greater good.
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Above The Law
AUGUST 24, 2023
He allegedly used the firm's confidential client information to make his illegal trades. The post Ex-Attorney At Top 10 Biglaw Firm Charged With Insider Trading appeared first on Above the Law.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 24, 2023
Sasha Berson | After owning your firm for a while, you thought you'd be much further along. The post How to Cultivate the Habits of Wildly Successful Law Firm Owners appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above The Law
AUGUST 23, 2023
It's not like these firms can't afford to make the fixes needed. The post Midlevel Biglaw Associates Can’t Believe How Bad The Technology Is At Their Firms appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 23, 2023
A UN official expressed concern Wednesday over the recent wave of violence against justice officials in Ecuador. Margaret Satterthwaite, the UN Special Rapporteur on the independence of judges and lawyers, said that four criminal prosecutors were assassinated between 2022 and 2023. In June, prosecutor Leonardo Palacios died in these attacks. Palacios was shot while leaving a murder trial near Guayaquil.
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?
The Estrin Report
AUGUST 24, 2023
Our own Legal Staffing Experts, Chere Estrin and Lynda Stevens, were contacted by Law360 regarding this year’s bombshell fallout of hate, sexism and antisemitism that blew up Daugherty Lordan LLP and still roils & Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Excerpt of Article Below: Daugherty Lordan, Lewis Brisbois Exits Jolt Recruiting Market By Xiumei Dong Law360 (August 23, 2023, 4:46 PM EDT) — The exposure of antisemitic remarks in emails exchanged between two former partners of Lewis Brisb
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 20, 2023
Video | Deborah Savadra demonstrates a few quick tricks for making your automatic paragraph numbering behave. The post Getting Automatic Paragraph Numbering Back on Track appeared first on Attorney at Work.
LDA PRO
AUGUST 23, 2023
Tenant eviction notices are a critical aspect of property management, ensuring legal compliance and maintaining the rights of both landlords and tenants. At LDA Pro Legal, we understand the complexities and challenges associated with tenant eviction notices. In this in-depth article, we will delve into the significance of tenant eviction notices, their legal requirements, and how LDA Pro Legal’s services can guide you through the process.
JURIST
AUGUST 25, 2023
A Maryland federal judge denied Thursday a parents’ request to have their children “opt-out’ of education on LGBTQ+ history and topics. In Mahmoud v. McKnight , three families parenting elementary-aged children in Maryland, objected on religious grounds to the use of storybooks featuring LGBTQ+ characters in the Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) system.
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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.
HowAppealing
AUGUST 25, 2023
“Supreme Court ethics debate divides justices, court watchers, former clerks”: Alex Swoyer of The Washington Times has this report. The post “Supreme Court ethics debate divides justices, court watchers, former clerks” appeared first on How Appealing.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 20, 2023
Analog Attorney | Some people organize better with ranged pages instead of dated pages. What we need is blank paper, a ruler and a vague idea. The post Best Undated Planners appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above The Law
AUGUST 25, 2023
The struggle is real. The post Midlevel Biglaw Associates Want Offices With Windows, And They Want Them Now appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 25, 2023
Around 100 Afghan women were prevented from boarding a plane to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where they were to attend university, by Taliban authorities on Wednesday. The students were sponsored by Dubai-based businessman Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor , who provided them with scholarships in collaboration with the University of Dubai. In a statement , Al Habtoor said , “The authorities in Afghanistan, without justification, prevented [the women’s] departure, unjustly curtailing their freed
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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.
HowAppealing
AUGUST 25, 2023
“Orrin Hatch Becomes Judiciary Committee Chairman; And I realize it’s time to move on”: Ed Whelan has this post at his “Confirmation Tales” Substack site. The post “Orrin Hatch Becomes Judiciary Committee Chairman; And I realize it’s time to move on” appeared first on How Appealing.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 25, 2023
Camille Stell | A modern compensation system can give you an advantage over firms that cling to outdated practices. The post 5 Ways Your Law Firm Compensation Plan Is Failing You appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above The Law
AUGUST 25, 2023
Congrats to the firm! The post Midlevel Associates’ Favorite New York Biglaw Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 24, 2023
UK Minister for Africa Andrew Mitchell announced Tuesday that the UK would send evidence to the UN of alleged war crimes in Darfur, Sudan. In a joint statement with the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office, Mitchell said that the UK was “extremely concerned by the growing body of evidence of serious atrocities against civilians committed in Sudan.” Mitchell stated that the UK is currently building up their “capacity to monitor atrocities” taking place in Sudan a
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!
HowAppealing
AUGUST 25, 2023
“Single or Double Spaced? Why Judicial Opinion Formatting Matters; Law professor Joe Fore makes the aesthetic and practical case for greater uniformity in circuit court opinion formats.” Avalon Zoppo of The National Law Journal has this report. The post “Single or Double Spaced? Why Judicial Opinion Formatting Matters; Law professor Joe Fore makes the aesthetic and practical case for greater uniformity in circuit court opinion formats.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 22, 2023
Thomson Reuters’ new survey report on the impact of AI on professionals makes the case for cautious positivity. Here are highlights from “How AI is the Catalyst for Transforming Every Aspect of Work.” What macro trends will have the biggest impact on the legal profession in the next five years? In Thomson Reuters’ newly released […] The post Transformational: New ‘Future of Professionals’ Report Unpacks the Impact of AI appeared first on Attorney at Work
Above The Law
AUGUST 25, 2023
Is this is a broader phenomenon in the legal industry? The post Some Lawyers Might Have Difficulty Reading Books For Pleasure appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 24, 2023
Amnesty International on Thursday called for the application of universal jurisdiction against members of the Taliban accused of crimes under international law. Universal jurisdiction in this case would give any country the ability to prosecute Taliban members for violations of international law. Amnesty International said on the platform X (Twitter), “ The new UNAMA report demonstrates an unending pattern of extrajudicial killings against members of the former government and security for
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.
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