Paralegal Bootcamp
APRIL 8, 2022
Don’t Settle for the Tip of the Iceberg. Anyone who has spent any time on social media has seen memes depicting an iceberg. The top part of the iceberg illustrates what people see, while the portion below the waterline depicts what people don’t see. That portion is not only much deeper than the portion above the surface, it is often much wider as well.
LegalReader
APRIL 5, 2022
In his ruling, the judge observed that most consumers probably do not purchase frosting-covered strawberry Pop-Tarts because they genuinely believe they are a prime source of strawberry-based nutrition.
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JURIST
APRIL 4, 2022
The US House of Representatives Friday passed a bill that would decriminalize marijuana by removing it from the list of scheduled substances under the Controlled Substances Act. HR 3617 passed with a 220-204 vote. The bill would replace statutory references to marijuana with cannabis. In addition to decriminalization, the bill establishes a trust fund to support programs and services for individuals and businesses in communities impacted by the war on drugs.
Attorney at Work
APRIL 7, 2022
Video for law firms has become a popular digital marketing strategy. Video content is more engaging than traditional long-form articles, and the afforded expression of emotion can help law firms convert leads into clients. To produce quality videos for your law firm, you need to understand what types of videos you should be making, how to film the content, where to distribute it and how to evaluate success.
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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
The Crime Report
APRIL 4, 2022
‘Tango’ yacht owned by Viktor Vekselberg. Photo via Superyacht. A 255-foot luxury yacht owned by sanctioned Russian oligarch Viktor Vekselberg was seized by Spanish authorities under a request from the Justice Department in the first seizure connected with Ukraine war sanctions. The $90 million yacht, named The Tango, was expropriated under the DOJ’s “Operation Klepto,” aimed at Russian individuals closely associated with the Kremlin.
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JURIST
APRIL 7, 2022
A new study published on Tuesday by the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) highlights the urgent need for carbon emission reduction to strengthen greener economies and to have an impact on climate change efforts. Lower-carbon economies are not a new initiative, but Tuesday’s report adds depth to the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) role in supporting clean energy.
Attorney at Work
APRIL 5, 2022
A lawyer sets clients at ease by effectively communicating, which means client email that is prompt, informed, easy to read and proactive. For most lawyers fresh out of law school, it’s going to be a bit before they’re arguing in a courtroom or negotiating in a boardroom on behalf of a client. But sooner rather than later, you will be communicating with clients.
The Crime Report
APRIL 4, 2022
California has been in the spotlight in recent weeks for its battle handling crime spikes, and most recently their Sacramento battle recovering from a devastating mass shooting. W ith that, a debate regarding policing strategy rages on — and new police data shows California counties with tough-on-crime policies actually have a greater crime increase compared to counties with progressive policies, Davis Vanguard reports.
Above The Law
APRIL 5, 2022
So civic minded! The post New Hampshire GOP Candidate Loves Voting So Much He Did It Twice appeared first on Above the Law.
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?
JURIST
APRIL 5, 2022
Belarusian law students enrolled at European Humanities University are filing reports with JURIST on current circumstances in Belarus under the constitutionally-disputed presidency of Alexander Lukashenka. For privacy and security reasons, we are withholding the name of the correspondent filing this report. The text has only been lightly edited to respect the author’s voice.
Attorney at Work
APRIL 8, 2022
Life is complicated, but your relationships with your clients don’t have to be. Following these simple tips will help make clients happy to work with you. If you want to keep a business client happy, don’t waste their time — and try not to make working with you a chore. Here are five tips for communicating with clients, based on decades as a small business owner. 1.
The Crime Report
APRIL 7, 2022
Terrance Simon, courtesy Louisiana Parole Project. Since Terrance Simon got out of the Louisiana State Penitentiary last year, he’s mentally prepared himself for the fact that his record might mean he doesn’t get the job when talking to prospective employers. “I go into a job interview with the mindset that they’re going to know, and they’re going to tell me no because of it,” he said.
Above The Law
APRIL 8, 2022
Plaintiffs allege that the podcaster is moving money in preparation for coming Sandy Hook default judgments. The post Alex Jones Hiding Assets? No, That Can’t Be Right. appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
JURIST
APRIL 4, 2022
Two UN human rights experts, Fernand de Varennes and Ahmed Shaheed, Friday urged Saudi Arabia to abide by their non-refoulement obligations under international law and refrain from extraditing two Chinese nationals belonging to the Uyghur minority. The two individuals in detention in Saudi Arabia are Nuermaimaiti Ruze and Waili Aimidoula. Fearing arbitrary detention, torture and ill-treatment, they fled from China’s Xinjiang Autonomous Region to Turkey in 2016.
Attorney at Work
APRIL 4, 2022
A joint letter is part of the best practices for leaving your firm, but there are more issues to consider. Find them here. Question: After four years at my current firm, I’ve accepted an offer to lateral to another firm. I’ll be continuing in the same practice area and locale, so I hope to keep some of my clients, current and past. While I’ve watched my colleagues make similar moves, I’m concerned about meeting my obligations to my clients and leaving the firm on a positive (and ethical) note.
The Crime Report
APRIL 6, 2022
In 2017, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court abolished key aspects of its “felony murder rule,” the common law doctrine that made everyone involved in a felony that resulted in death guilty of first-degree murder—guilty even if they personally inflicted no violence and never intended to hurt anyone. The penalty for first degree felony murder is life in prison, without possibility of parole.
CourtTechBulletin
APRIL 8, 2022
Tiny Chat fun is one subject this month This month’s compilation includes concerns about court order forgery, the IJIS symposium, a court on-demand training program, Tiny Chat on post-pandemic planning, Microsoft autopatch is coming, and the JTC seminar on cyber security, using two-way messaging to reduce FTA’s, and service expansion by Judicial Innovations.
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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.
JURIST
APRIL 7, 2022
Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch Wednesday accused armed forces in Ethiopia of participating in the ethnic cleansing of the Tigrayan minority. The Tigray region in Northern Ethiopia has been dealing with ethnic cleansing fears since the Ethiopian military conflict began in November 2020. The conflict has led to millions of refugees, including thousands to neighboring Sudan.
Sterno
APRIL 5, 2022
Your firm dashboard is a hub where you can quickly and easily manage all your firm’s litigation support services, from booking jobs to file management.
The Crime Report
APRIL 5, 2022
Stanford University researchers and their colleagues report that non-gun owners in California living with a handgun owner are more than twice as likely to die by homicide compared to anyone living in a gun-free home, according to a study published in Annals of Internal Medicine. This report comes after a California study released new data on violent crime ; and as the Golden State still reels from the pain of the weekend’s deadly mass shooting in Sacramento.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
APRIL 5, 2022
The notion of a ‘factory practice’ gets a bad name among lawyers, who retain a burning desire to exist as white tower intellectuals. Conversations about revenue and efficiency only get in the way of a good conversation about Supreme Court cases from the late 1880s. Ah, the Gilded Age, indeed. But, really, it’s the law firms that can accommodate the most work, that make the most money.
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!
JURIST
APRIL 2, 2022
India and Australia Saturday signed an economic pact, entitled “The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement” (IndAus ECTA), that will eliminate tariffs on over 85 percent of Australian good exports to India. Prime Minister Modi of India remarked that this agreement will contribute to the stability of the Indo-Pacific region.
ABA Journal
APRIL 5, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear challenges to mandatory state bar associations in Michigan, Oklahoma and Texas.
Above The Law
APRIL 8, 2022
Copyright is broken. The post Ed Sheeran Gets It: As He Wins His Copyright Lawsuit, He Decries ‘Culture’ Of Bogus Copyright Suits appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
APRIL 8, 2022
Share This week we highlight cert petitions that ask the Supreme Court to consider, among other things, whether the Constitution permits state courts to play a role in congressional redistricting and whether plaintiffs can hold cities liable when city employees violate federal protections for people with disabilities. North Carolina legislators asks justices to hear independent-state-legislature theory on the merits.
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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