Paralegal Bootcamp
JULY 16, 2023
Billable Hours Matter More Than You Think They Do I thought, since I talked about billable time entries last week, then it might be a good time to take a deeper dive into billable hours this week. Well, let’s call it billable hours from a management perspective. Watch this paralegal training below! Why Do Billable Hours Matter to a Paralegal? Because your billable hours matter more than you think.
Attorney at Work
JULY 19, 2023
Paralegals and AI: This is the time to focus on things artificial intelligence tools cannot do; therein lies job security. Advice from Sensei Enterprises. The post Paralegals Worry: Will We Lose Our Jobs to Artificial Intelligence? appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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Above The Law
JULY 18, 2023
This isn't exactly the rhetoric of a school with a long future. The post Law School Won’t Close Next Year, But The Year After That Looks A Little Bleak appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
JULY 17, 2023
The Ninth Circuit on Monday paused an order in Epic Games' favor that found Apple's anti-steering provisions in its app store violate antitrust laws to await the outcome of Apple's petition to the U.S. Supreme Court, but one judge slammed Apple's arguments, saying they "cannot withstand even the slightest scrutiny.
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.
Above The Law
JULY 17, 2023
A new way of showing associates the door. The post Performance Improvement Plans: The New Way For Biglaw Firms To Conduct Stealth Layoffs appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
JULY 18, 2023
She masterminded the school's 'Race, Racism, and the Law' course, a first-of-its-kind required course among top law schools. The post USC Gould Law Appoints Its First Black Dean appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
JULY 19, 2023
State and federal courts have handed down rulings in Illinois cases so far this year that have altered the legal landscape for biometric privacy claims in the state, opened up an area of uncertainty for False Claims Act litigants and upheld a state statute tacking 6% prejudgment interest onto personal injury and wrongful death verdicts.
JURIST
JULY 18, 2023
Former Uttar Pradesh legislator and Senior Samajwadi Party member Azam Khan was sentenced to two years imprisonment Saturday by a Rampur court in a hate speech case filed during the 2019 Lok Sabha election campaign. Khan has faced significant legal challenges in the past six months, with three convictions, one acquittal and various ongoing cases. The charges against Khan, in this case, were under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Representation of the People Act, including inten
Above The Law
JULY 18, 2023
Don’t keep sticking your head in the sand. The post How To Get The Most Out Of Your Law Firm Financial Systems appeared first on Above the Law.
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.
Above The Law
JULY 19, 2023
Given Beyoncé’s superstar status and the publicity it has generated, the IRS will give special attention to this case as it will have an effect on public compliance and respect for the tax laws. The post Beyoncé Is Fighting Her $2.7M Tax Bill In Court appeared first on Above the Law.
Paralegal Bootcamp
JULY 20, 2023
Is Becoming a Paralegal Worth it? This week we’re asking our readers to share their insights to help us answer the question “Is it worth it to become a paralegal?” There is no doubt in the value that a paralegal contributes, but we’re on a mission to find out if those that have chosen this profession are happy with their choice.
JURIST
JULY 21, 2023
Russian investigators took prominent Russian nationalist and military veteran Igor Girkin into custody on Friday for criticizing Russian President Vladimir Putin and Russian performance in the War in Ukraine. Miroslava Reginskaya, Girkin’s wife, informed the public about his detention. According to her statement on Girkin’s Telegram channel, representatives of the Investigative Committee came to their home and took Girkin away.
The Crime Report
JULY 21, 2023
The Texas “ law of parties ” allow prosecutors to seek and secure the execution of individuals involved in what is more generally known as “felony murder” crimes—offenses that involve more than one person, all of whom can be prosecuted as equal participants even though one or more of the participants may have had no direct involvement in the murder.
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Law 360
JULY 21, 2023
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac shareholders will have a few more internal U.S. Treasury Department documents in their arsenal as they kick off a retrial Monday in Washington, D.C., over claims the Federal Housing Finance Agency improperly amended stock purchase agreements to allow the Treasury to sweep up the companies' net worths.
LawSites
JULY 19, 2023
Since 2011, Fastcase has released an annual list of the Fastcase 50, honoring 50 of the law’s “smartest, most courageous, innovators, techies, visionaries, and leaders.” Fortunately, even though Fastcase merged earlier this year with vLex , that tradition continues, as Fastcase has now announced the 2023 honorees. I say “fortunately” because, as I wrote when last year’s list was announced, the Fastcase 50 is probably the best-available roster of those who are leading the charg
JURIST
JULY 20, 2023
Following anti-government protests in Kenya on Wednesday, police officers shot and killed six people. According to the Ministry of Interior , 304 others were arrested. The ministry also stated that the authorities had documented numerous incidents of looting and damage. Several human rights organizations have criticized this response by police to the protests, calling it police brutality.
Above The Law
JULY 21, 2023
After getting his clock cleaned repeatedly by Disney, DeSantis decides to take on Budweiser. The post Ron DeSantis Considers Suing Bud Light Over Anti-Gay Boycotts Because Why Not? appeared first on Above the Law.
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Law 360
JULY 21, 2023
As practitioners continue to conduct depositions remotely in the post-pandemic world, these virtual environments are rife with opportunities for improper behavior such as witness coaching, scripted testimony and a general lack of civility — but there are methods to prevent and combat these behaviors, say Jennifer Gibbs and Bennett Moss at Zelle.
Patently O
JULY 19, 2023
by Dennis Crouch Intellectual property rights in the U.S. have long been a mix of state common law rights and federal statutory rights. Patents and copyrights were established in the Constitution and enacted by the First Congress in 1790. Those rights were fairly quickly established as exclusively federal, meaning that there is effectively no patents or copyrights offered by individual states.
JURIST
JULY 19, 2023
The Pakistan government banned a total of 43 apps Tuesday to tackle unregistered loan companies and safeguard consumers from fraudulent services. The order was made by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication(MOITT) amid public outrage that broke out when a Rawalpindi man committed suicide after accruing substantial debt. Along with promptly blocking these apps, the Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque said the government is beginning an awareness
ABA Journal
JULY 18, 2023
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
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.
Law 360
JULY 20, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission on Thursday withdrew its in-house challenge of Microsoft's $68.7 billion Activision Blizzard purchase, another victory for the tech companies on a deal that a California federal judge refused to block, and the Ninth Circuit refused to pause while an appeal proceeds.
OneLegal
JULY 18, 2023
Many businesses, especially in today’s economy, find that the expenses involved in hiring outside counsel are too unpredictable and too high. Here are some of the main differences to consider if you’re thinking about going in-house. The post In-house lawyer or paralegal vs. working for a law firm: What’s the difference? appeared first on One Legal.
JURIST
JULY 19, 2023
South Australian aboriginal group the Barngarla people won a legal battle against the federal government Monday after it began development of a nuclear waste facility on a Bangarla sacred site. The Federal Court of Australia found that there was “apprehension of bias” when then-Resources and Water Minister Keith Pitt decided the facility’s location in 2021.
The IP Law Blog
JULY 20, 2023
In Buergofol GmbH v. Omega Liner Company, Inc. , 4-22-cv-04112 (DSD Jul. 13, 2023) (Karen E. Schreier), the court granted the defendant’s motion to compel and awarded monetary sanctions after the plaintiff failed to respond at all to discovery requests that the plaintiff had objected to as overbroad because the court ruled the plaintiff “still had an obligation to respond to the extent it did not object.
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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