3 Questions For A Court Access Crusader (Part I)
Above The Law
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Michael Lissner's work with FLP has led to well-deserved public recognition. The post 3 Questions For A Court Access Crusader (Part I) appeared first on Above the Law.
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The Substance of OpenAI’s Patent Pledge?
Patently O
OCTOBER 14, 2024
by Dennis Crouch OpenAI’s new patent pledge promises to use their patents only for defensive purposes, as long as other parties do not assert claims against them or engage in harmful activities. The move echoes Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s 2014 declaration that “all our patent … belong to you” – a pledge that garnered significant attention but left many questions unanswered.
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The Emerging AI Use Cases For Law Firms [Sponsored]
Above The Law
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Sign up for this CLE-eligible webinar from our friends at iManage and learn best practices on how your firm can leverage AI to achieve faster results. The post The Emerging AI Use Cases For Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.
Overturning 45-year precedent, New Jersey gives disbarred lawyers second chance
ABA Journal
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Former New Jersey lawyers who are disbarred will in most cases be allowed to apply for reinstatement after five years, the New Jersey Supreme Court…
Research: The Anatomy of a Legal Brief
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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.
More Young Associates Should Contribute To 401(k) Plans
Above The Law
OCTOBER 16, 2024
When planning for retirement, you have to consider the long game. The post More Young Associates Should Contribute To 401(k) Plans appeared first on Above the Law.
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CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released: New Compliance Standards Set To Begin Next Year
Above The Law
OCTOBER 16, 2024
CMMC 2.0 introduced a third-party assessment dependent on contractor's CUI capacity. The post CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released: New Compliance Standards Set To Begin Next Year appeared first on Above the Law.
Supreme Court Candidate Calls Out Opponent’s Busted Textualism
Above The Law
OCTOBER 16, 2024
For Ohio voters, there's only one choice here. The post Supreme Court Candidate Calls Out Opponent’s Busted Textualism appeared first on Above the Law.
Managing eDiscovery Teams and Rampant Burnout
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Keli Maire | Working in eDiscovery is a pressure cooker. With the right approach, burnout can be managed and averted. The post Managing eDiscovery Teams and Rampant Burnout appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
The Only State In America Without A Physical Law School Will Be Getting One Soon
Above The Law
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Congratulations to prospective law students in Alaska, who will soon be able to study law in their home state. The post The Only State In America Without A Physical Law School Will Be Getting One Soon appeared first on Above the Law.
Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal
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!
Escalating Ethiopia conflict sparks international concern over refugees from Sudan
JURIST
OCTOBER 18, 2024
A Human Rights Watch (HRW) report on Thursday revealed that the recent armed clashes between Ethiopian government forces and the Fano militia exposed thousands of Sudanese refugees in the Amhara region to major risks, including killing and forced deportation, which violate international humanitarian law. HRW urged Ethiopian authorities and the international community to take all necessary measures to put an end to these violations and provide adequate assistance to refugees.
LDA Pro’s Sacramento Eviction Service: Enjoy A Smooth Eviction Of Your Tenant
LDA PRO
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Eviction can be a difficult and stressful process. Specifically when navigating the legal complexities involved. The Sacramento eviction services offer complete services created to facilitate the whole procedure, providing smooth and efficient work. With their expertise and commitment, LDA Pro helps owners navigate the intricacies of eviction law. Providing peace of mind throughout the difficult process.
Ways to Say Thank You and Follow Up With Extraordinary Style
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 18, 2024
How do you say thank you after a job interview or follow up after a promising client meeting? How do you express appreciation for a mentor’s advice, or thank someone for a solid referral? Gratitude is the coin of the realm when it comes to taking that extra step to cement a relationship or seal […] The post Ways to Say Thank You and Follow Up With Extraordinary Style appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Supreme Court allows Pennsylvania to continue to enforce bar on gun possession for those under 21
SCOTUSBlog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Share The Supreme Court on Tuesday sent a challenge to a Pennsylvania law barring people 18- to 20-years-old from carrying guns back to the lower courts for another look in light of last term’s decision in United States v. Rahimi , in which the justices attempted to provide guidance for courts reviewing Second Amendment challenges to restrictions on gun rights.
What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!
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.
NATO warns against Kosovo unilaterally opening bridge
JURIST
OCTOBER 13, 2024
A senior NATO official warned on Saturday that by unilaterally opening a bridge between Serb and Albanian neighbourhoods in Mitrovica, Kosovo could risk triggering violence. Admiral Munsch highlighted that the decision to reopen the bridge needs to take place at a political level within the EU facilitated negotiations between Kosovo and Serbia. Munch criticized what he called “unilateral actions” from the government of Kosovo that attempt to reopen the Ibar bridge in Mitrovica, which
“N.H. Supreme Court justice indicted on charges she interfered with a criminal investigation into her husband; Anna Barbara ‘Bobbie’ Hantz Marconi, appointed in 2017 by Governor Christopher Sununu, had been on administrative leave since July”
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 16, 2024
“N.H. Supreme Court justice indicted on charges she interfered with a criminal investigation into her husband; Anna Barbara ‘Bobbie’ Hantz Marconi, appointed in 2017 by Governor Christopher Sununu, had been on administrative leave since July”: Steven Porter of The Boston Globe has this report. Charlotte Matherly of The Concord (N.H.
Being a Better Public Speaker as a Lawyer
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Chris Graham | Everyone is nervous talking in front of people. Whether you appear confident depends on what you do with that nervous energy. The post Being a Better Public Speaker as a Lawyer appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Free Legal Research Platform descrybe.ai Rolls Out Major Upgrade, Including Spanish Search and Simplified Summaries
LawSites
OCTOBER 15, 2024
descrybe.ai, a free legal research platform that uses artificial intelligence to provide enhanced access to the law, today rolled out a major upgrade that includes a redesign of its platform, more nuanced and accurate search results, summaries of judicial opinions in Spanish as well as English, and simplified, plain-language summaries in both English and Spanish.
6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight
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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
Singapore to criminalize ‘egregious abuses’ of the court process
JURIST
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The Singapore Ministry of Law introduced the Administration of Justice (Protection) (Amendment) Bill, 2024 , to Parliament on Monday. The bill aims to safeguard the process of administering justice and prevent the misuse of court procedures. Introduced by the Minister of Law, Murali Pillai, the amendment updates the Administration of Justice (Protection) Act, 2016 , which consolidated laws related to contempt of court.
Developments In Equity Partnerships! — See Also
Above The Law
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Mergers Bring Rank Changes: Biglaw firm decides on all-equity partnerships. That's One Way To Get Lawyer's Fees: Screwing the judge has its benefits. Speaking Of Priming The Judge: Elon pushes X cases toward one of his gaveled Texan fanboys. Can't Jump The Line On Justice: State Supreme Court justice caught trying to rush investigation on her husband.
Microsoft Word Keyboard Shortcuts: Handy Keyboard Tricks
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 14, 2024
One way to increasing your efficiency is to learn a few handy Microsoft Word Keyboard Shortcuts. So you can format as your fingers fly. One sure way to save time in Microsoft Word (in addition to letting Word fix your typos) is to keep your hands off the mouse as much as possible. To do […] The post Microsoft Word Keyboard Shortcuts: Handy Keyboard Tricks appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
The morning read for Tuesday, Oct. 15
SCOTUSBlog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Share The justices will hear oral arguments in Medical Marijuana v. Horn and Bouarfa v. Mayorkas this morning. Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Tuesday morning read: Supreme Court leaves in place Pennsylvania law barring people under 21 from carrying guns (John Fritze, CNN) Supreme Court Orders Fresh Look at Young-Adult Gun Restrictions (Greg Stohr, Bloomberg) Supreme Court tosses lower court decision that shielded offi
The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI
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?
Fifth circuit stays constitutional challenge against Texas ballot harvesting ban
JURIST
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit granted a stay barring constitutional challenges against a controversial Texas law criminalizing “ vote-harvesting ” until after the November 5 presidential election. The court suspended an injunction from the lower court, allowing the ballot harvesting provision in Senate Bill 1 (SB-1) to remain in effect for the presidential election.
The Evolving Legal Landscape for Geologic Carbon Sequestration in the United States
ClimateChange-ClimateLaw
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Stephen Hui, Pembina Institute. Geologic carbon sequestration—i.e., the storage of carbon dioxide in underground rock formations—has been the subject of much debate in recent years. Many see it as an important tool for combatting climate change. It is, after all, a necessary component of point-source carbon capture and storage (“CCS”) systems that seek to prevent carbon dioxide produced by power plants and other industrial facilities entering the atmosphere (i.e., by capturing it before release
Is Generative AI Creating a Pricing Conundrum for Lawyers?
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OCTOBER 14, 2024
Alex Smith | As more lawyers begin to lean on generative AI tools, there is a rising question about how this will impact pricing. The post Is Generative AI Creating a Pricing Conundrum for Lawyers? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
PACE “Creating Privacy Awareness in Civil Enforcement” – On-Line Training Seminars
Conflict of Laws
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The following information has been kindly provided by Zlaty Mihailova, Center for International Legal Cooperation (CILC). The EU-funded project PACE “Creating Privacy Awareness in Civil Enforcement” examines the intersection of civil enforcement and data protection and aims to contribute to the effective and coherent application of EU data protection law in civil enforcement procedures.
Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals
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