Paralegal.edu

MARCH 14, 2023

There is no place for inaccuracy on a resume or application, whether by fabrication, embellishment, or omission. Don’t make stuff up, twist information, or distort details to gain an advantage. This constitutes professional fraud. While a company is unlikely to pursue legal action in response to a bad-faith misrepresentation, it can be at risk of legal liabilities related to negligent hiring practices in some instances.

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Attorney at Work

MARCH 16, 2023

Tom Lambotte | Take these steps to make sure cybersecurity at home is just as good as it is at the office. The post Cybersecurity Best Practices for Your Law Firm’s Remote Workers appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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LawSites

MARCH 14, 2023

Remember earlier this year when two legal scholars and scientists had GPT 3.5 take the multiple-choice portion of the bar exam and it failed to pass? Well, the second time’s a charm, as GPT has now passed not only the multiple-choice portion, but also the essay portion, and scored around the top 10% of test takers. Only this time, it was the just-released GPT-4 taking the exam, the latest AI model from OpenAI that the company says “exhibits human-level performance on various professi

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NCBA

MARCH 16, 2023

By Rachel Royal In 2022, the North Carolina Pro Bono Resource Center (the “PBRC”) launched a statewide voluntary Paralegal Pro Bono Reporting process for the first time. In 2022, 127 paralegals reported performing 1,983 hours of pro bono service throughout the year.

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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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My Shingle

MARCH 13, 2023

[This post gives an overview of the #ABATECHSHOW 2023 presentation Accessibility in Legal Tech by attorneys Haley Moss and Lisa Mueller, based on a summary by ChatGPT as edited by Carolyn Elefant] Disability Definitions The speakers opened the session with some foundational definitions: Disability – According to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: A… The post Disability and Legal Tech Design appeared first on My Shingle.

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LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 14, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has attracted much attention from the scientific, industry, and tech communities. Even the general population has been intrigued by the development of AI which has been instigated by series, documentaries, and novels showing how our future coexisting with AI may look like. Beyond these futuristic scenarios, the rapid development of AI technologies represents a quickly evolving challenge for current laws.

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JURIST

MARCH 13, 2023

The UK House of Commons Monday approved the controversial Illegal Immigration Bill , which seeks to “ prevent and deter unlawful migration,” by a vote of 312 to 249. The bill will now pass to the committee stage of the House of Commons. Organizations like the Law Society of England and Wales have raised concerns that the bill would violate international law.

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Above The Law

MARCH 16, 2023

Layoffs continue among even the most successful Biglaw firms. The post Biglaw Firm Conducts Layoffs, Citing ‘Shifting Market Dynamics’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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My Shingle

MARCH 17, 2023

In the past three months since the November 30, 2023 release of ChatGPT, I’ve seen all kinds of misconceptions about the technology from how it works to whether reliance on it could trigger copyright liability or penalties in Google search engine ranking. Part of the misunderstanding arises from reliance on outdated material – the tech… The post FAQs on Chat GPT for Solo and Small Law Firms appeared first on My Shingle.

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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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Patently O

MARCH 15, 2023

Associates around the country today are drafting motions, patent applications, and other documents using some version of ChatGPT. Of course, If I were a judge or examiner, I might also be interested in using AI to help facilitate my decision-making. ChatGPT is good for that as well and can provide a reasoned structure, including identifying of prior art and obviousness standards.

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JURIST

MARCH 13, 2023

Law students and young lawyers in Afghanistan are filing reports with JURIST on the situation there after the Taliban takeover. Here, a Staff Correspondent for JURIST in Kabul reflects on the current posture of Afghanistan’s justice system for women in the wake of the first International Day of Women Judges, marked on March 10. For privacy and security reasons, we are withholding our Correspondent’s name.

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Above The Law

MARCH 14, 2023

Someone’s fighting strategy is better than the others. The post How To Get Canceled At A Law School For Fun And Profit appeared first on Above the Law.

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My Shingle

MARCH 14, 2023

As if lawyers didn’t already have enough to worry about when it comes to protecting client trust accounts, add bank solvency to the list. As the recent meltdowns of the Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank remind lawyers, even a bank may not always be a secure repository for client funds. Lawyers Should Understand the… The post Protecting Client Trust Accounts When Banks Collapse appeared first on My Shingle.

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MARCH 17, 2023

Share Thirty percent of Navajo Nation citizens have no running water. Navajos use 8-10 gallons of water a day, about a tenth of what the average American uses. Meanwhile, the water level at Lake Powell, the massive reservoir created by the Glen Canyon Dam on the Utah-Arizona border, is at historic lows, threatening its ability to generate power. The federal government has ordered the seven Colorado River states to reduce their water usage by one-fifth.

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JURIST

MARCH 12, 2023

The Iranian judiciary Sunday confirmed that the Supreme Court served the death sentence for Habib Farajollah Chaab, an Iranian-Swedish dissident on charges of conspiracy and terrorism. According to the Iranian authorities, Chaab had participated in and encouraged terrorist activity in Iran. The court specified the 2017 attack on a military parade where 25 people died and over 250 were injured.

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Above The Law

MARCH 16, 2023

Mexico has the necessary experience, natural resources, and work force to become one of the largest producers of cannabis in the region. The post Mexico Opens Its Doors To The Commercialization Of Hemp appeared first on Above the Law.

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LawSites

MARCH 15, 2023

In 2018, two years after D. Gordon Smith became dean of the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University, he told an audience of law school advisors , “I want BYU to be known as, if not the most innovative law school in the country, then one of the most innovative law schools in the country.” Now, Smith has announced he is stepping down as dean at the end of this semester, after having been the second-longest serving dean in the school’s history.

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Intelligize Blog

MARCH 16, 2023

You could be forgiven if you don’t recall an announcement made by a Securities and Exchange Commission official in 2021. A killer virus spreading around the world, a war in Europe, an attempted insurrection in Washington – there has been a lot going on. In fact, SEC Director of Enforcement Gurbir Grewal might prefer you […] The post Revived SEC Admissions Policy Fizzled in First Year appeared first on Intelligize.

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JURIST

MARCH 12, 2023

Thousands of civilians Saturday took part in anti-government protests in Prague, Czech Republic. A new political party, PRO, organised the rallies, as people protested against high inflation rates and the government’s assistance to Ukraine. Protestors gathered in Prague’s Wenceslas Square during an anti-poverty event and demanded that the current coalition government resign.

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Above The Law

MARCH 17, 2023

From the free-speech-until-china-builds-a-successful-app? department. The post Yes, The US Government Threatening To Block TikTok Violates The 1st Amendment appeared first on Above the Law.

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LawSites

MARCH 13, 2023

[Editor’s note: This is the introduction to an article published in the free resource directory on the LawNext Legal Technology Directory. It is written by Marc Lauritsen , president of Capstone Practice Systems.] You probably haven’t heard enough yet about ChatGPT and related developments. Let me bring you up to speed. Just kidding! We’ve been drowning in coverage and commentary about “large language models” (LLMs; not to be confused with master of law degrees).

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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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iHire

MARCH 13, 2023

Your job search doesn’t have to be daunting if you’re an introvert. Use these tips to help you leverage your strengths for an effective job search.

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JURIST

MARCH 12, 2023

The Interior Ministry of Iran Saturday announced that over 100 people have been arrested across Iran in connection with the chemical attacks on thousands of school girls. According to a statement issued by the Interior Ministry, the poisonings were carried out with the intention of “shutting down classrooms” and trying to “create fear and horror among people and students.

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Above The Law

MARCH 16, 2023

Next, judges will start shaming student that refuse to just let the cops search their stuff instead of demanding a warrant. The post Judges Are Encouraging Law Schools To Snitch On Students Who Make Use Of Their First Amendment Right To Protest appeared first on Above the Law.

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LawSites

MARCH 13, 2023

Nexl , a no-data-entry CRM platform for lawyers, has raised $4 million in a financing round led by Australian-based B2B venture capital firm EVP with follow-on participation from The Legal Tech Fund , Vulpes and Saniel Ventures. Nexl said it will use the investment to accelerate the development of its core product, increase acquisition efforts in major markets, and attract industry talent to build out its fast-developing ecosystem for partners and clients alike.

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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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