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Paralegal-client privilege and client confidentiality: Does it exist?

OneLegal

Whether you are an attorney or a paralegal, there are ethical obligations everyone must follow when dealing with clients. Obligations to client confidentiality extend to areas further than you may think (regardless of employment status). The post Paralegal-client privilege and client confidentiality: Does it exist? appeared first on One Legal.

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The Problem of Too Few Rural Lawyers

Attorney at Work

The problem of the shortage of rural lawyers now has a label. Areas with few or no lawyers are now called "legal deserts." The post The Problem of Too Few Rural Lawyers appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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5 Key Takeaways from the 2023 ACC Legal Technology Report (Adv.)

InHouseBlog

The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) and Exterro, the leader in Legal GRC software, once again partnered on an in-depth survey of in-house legal departments, this time producing the 2023 Legal Technology Report for In-House Legal Professionals. With survey responses from 252 in-house counsel and legal operations professionals across 22 countries, this report presents the types of legal technology organizations are using and their perceived effectiveness, purchasing behavior, and top techn

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Overture Law Offers Small Firm Lawyers A Unique Way To Capture Revenue They’re Currently Turning Away

LawSites

The tag line on the website of Overture Law says, “Unlock hidden revenue in your practice.” But I think this actually undersells what Overture does. It is not so much that it helps you find revenue hidden in your practice, as that it helps you capture revenue you would never have had in the first place. Most solo and small firm lawyers are fully familiar with the dilemma Overture aims to resolve.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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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Family of EU diplomat detained in Iran push for his release

JURIST

The family of EU Diplomat Johan Floderus continue to push for his release as the Swedish citizen turns 33 in Iranian prison. The family of detained the Swedish native released a statement on Sunday appealing for his release from Iran. He was first arrested on 17 April 2022 at Tehran Airport. Since then, Floderus has been held in Iran’s Evin prison for over 500 days without charge.

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The IRS Will Use Artificial Intelligence To Help Pick Which Large Law Firms To Audit

Above The Law

The IRS has not elaborated, but the vague language could be intentional in order to put many others on notice. The post The IRS Will Use Artificial Intelligence To Help Pick Which Large Law Firms To Audit appeared first on Above the Law.

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Google Feared Losing Default Status, Judge Hears

Law 360

The Justice Department laid out its case against Google in D.C. federal court Tuesday, outlining the lengths the company goes to ensure it is the default on smartphones and browsers, including threatening to withhold billions of dollars in revenue sharing for Apple if the smartphone maker switched search engines.

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The Law Firm Ecosystem: Compensation

Attorney at Work

Erik Mazzone | Nothing breaks up law firms more frequently, quickly, or completely than disputes over compensation. The post The Law Firm Ecosystem: Compensation appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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AI-Powered Virtual Legal Assistants Transform Client Services

Above The Law

They can respond more succinctly than ever to answer client questions, triage incoming requests, provide details, and trigger automated workflows that ensure lawyers handle legal issues efficiently and effectively. The post AI-Powered Virtual Legal Assistants Transform Client Services appeared first on Above the Law.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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Japanese fishermen sue over Fukushima water discharge

JURIST

Approximately 150 Japanese fishermen, hailing from the Fukushima Prefecture filed a lawsuit on Friday in the district court of Japanese jurisdiction. The defendants in this case are the government and the TEPCO company. This legal action revolves around the discharge of radioactive treated water from the Fukushima-1 nuclear power plant. The fishermen assert that the release of potentially hazardous material violates their right to fish.

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Alumni Mixer and Graduate Reception 5.0 - Fall 2023

Paralegal.edu

Center for Advanced Legal Studies is excited to announce its Annual Fall Alumni Mixer and Graduate Reception! Please save the date and plan to stop by on September 28th!

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The One Paralegal Skill That Can Make or Break Your Career

Paralegal Bootcamp

Do you know what one paralegal skill can make or break your career? It’s your attention to detail. Regardless of the practice area that you work in, or the employer you work for, as a paralegal, you must master the attention to detail skill. Look at any survey or ask any HR professional who works for lawyers: What are the top 5 reasons that you terminate a paralegal?

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Survey Says At Least 22% Of Public’s Constitutional Knowledge Is Just Vibes

Above The Law

[The Masses] are neither good conductors of the political, nor good conductors of the social, nor good conductors of meaning in general. - Jean Baudrillard The post Survey Says At Least 22% Of Public’s Constitutional Knowledge Is Just Vibes appeared first on Above the Law.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Australia to mandate search engines remove AI-generated child abuse content from results

JURIST

Australia’s eSafety Commission Julie Inman Grant announced Friday that her office is going to mandate search engines to remove AI generated child sexual abuse material from search results. The announcement is in response to the growing threat and risk to children’s privacy and rights facilitated by AI and deepfakes. The online safety codes and standards will focus on protections against new risks posed by the integration of generative AI and will cover multiple sections of the online in

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In ‘watershed moment,’ report recommends new guidelines for public defender caseloads

ABA Journal

Many public defenders are “overloaded” with work, even when caseloads are evaluated under outdated guidelines drafted in 1973 that don't reflect modern-day realities, according to…

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Jack Rives, Former ABA Executive Director, Joins Rocket Lawyer to Lead New Professional Services Division

LawSites

Jack Rives , who stepped down as executive director of the American Bar Association last February after 12 years in that role, has joined the legal services company Rocket Lawyer as president of a new business unit, Rocket Legal Professional Services, where he is now leading the company’s expansion of its delivery of more-affordable legal services through lawyers and legal professionals.

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T14 Law Professor Invites White Supremacist To Campus And You’ll Never… OK, It Was Amy Wax

Above The Law

Amy Wax brings white nationalist back to UPenn's campus because she's nothing if not consistent. And racist. The post T14 Law Professor Invites White Supremacist To Campus And You’ll Never… OK, It Was Amy Wax appeared first on Above the Law.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

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UK officially designates Wagner Group as terrorist organization

JURIST

The UK announced Friday that it had officially proscribed the Wagner Group as a terrorist organization, making it an offense to “ belong, or profess to belong, to a proscribed organisation in the UK or overseas.” The move comes several weeks after the government presented a bill containing the proscription to Parliament on September 6. Despite the Friday announcement, the order officially came into force on Wednesday, September 13.

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Women of Legal Tech:

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The Legal Technology Resource Center ’s Women of Legal Tech initiative is intended to encourage diversity and celebrate women in legal technology. This initiative launched in 2015 with a list of innovators and leaders in legal technology and with this year’s additions, that list now includes 141 talented and influential women leaders. Danielle Hall has served as the Executive Director for the Kansas Lawyers Assistance Program since December 2019.

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MyPillow CEO rails against lawyers in defamation depositions, says he doesn’t make ‘lumpy pillows’

ABA Journal

Lawyers contend that MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell was “combative, vulgar, disrespectful, nonresponsive, evasive and consistently loud” during three depositions in a defamation case against…

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Fifth Circuit’s Battling Over Meaning Of Bible Verses, Because That’s How They Make Law

Above The Law

Establishment Clause? What's that? The post Fifth Circuit’s Battling Over Meaning Of Bible Verses, Because That’s How They Make Law appeared first on Above the Law.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegals Playbook

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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US federal appeals court temporarily blocks California law that bans marketing of guns to minors

JURIST

The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit temporarily blocked a California law on Wednesday that bans firearm advertising that is “attractive to minors.” The case is an appeal from the US District Court for the Central District of California, which denied Junior Sports Magazines, Inc. and several gun rights groups’ motion to block implementation of the California law.

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DISCO Cofounder Kiwi Camara Steps Down As CEO; Board Member Scott Hill Is Named Interim Leader

LawSites

The e-discovery company CS Disco said today that Kiwi Camara , its cofounder, has decided to step down from his roles as chief executive officer and board member. The company, which goes by the brand name DISCO, has named Scott Hill as interim CEO while the board of directors searches for a permanent successor. Hill has served as a member of DISCO’s board since June 2021 and was previously chief financial officer of Intercontinental Exchange.

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‘Torture Memos’ author testifies in ethics hearing to support Eastman’s ideas on Pence as election arbiter

ABA Journal

John Yoo, a professor at the University of California at Berkeley School of Law—known for the Department of Justice "Torture Memos" that he wrote …

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Enforcing ‘Made In USA’ Claims Is Still In Fashion For The FTC

Above The Law

Financial penalties can be substantial, with fines potentially reaching as high as $46,517 per violation. The post Enforcing ‘Made In USA’ Claims Is Still In Fashion For The FTC appeared first on Above the Law.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

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