Paralegal Bootcamp
DECEMBER 11, 2023
I began my paralegal career working for one attorney, in one specific area of law. Looking back on that time, I remember personal injury work was so demanding. I felt like I was constantly putting out fires and shuffling paperwork. I thought I was busy then, but nothing prepared me for the circus act of juggling multiple cases for multiple attorneys in different practice areas.
OneLegal
DECEMBER 11, 2023
What does going to law school look like as a legal support professional? Here are the pros and cons of going from paralegal to lawyer. The post What to know about going from paralegal to lawyer appeared first on One Legal.
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Exciting news for everyone at the firm. Congratulations! The post Top 25 Biglaw Firm Hands Out Big Raises, Bonuses To Associates appeared first on Above the Law.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 12, 2023
The Defense Business Board study, however, recommends against folding the NRO and MDA into the Space Force. The post Space Acquisition Review Calls For Cutting Red Tape, Empowering Acquisition Chief appeared first on Above the Law.
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Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.
Law 360
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The U.S. Copyright Office on Monday again denied an artist's attempt to register his van Gogh-inspired artwork generated by artificial intelligence, saying there's not enough human involvement for the artist to claim copyright.
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JURIST
DECEMBER 9, 2023
The UK, the US and Canada announced coordinated sanctions on Friday against individuals and entities linked to human rights abuse, approaching the 75th anniversary of the ratification of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The UK has imposed 46 sanctions of asset freezes and travel bans. The first category of these focuses mainly on forced labour in the large-scale online ‘scam farms’ in Southeast Asia.
The Crime Report
DECEMBER 12, 2023
The nation’s largest pharmacy chains, including CVS Health, Kroger and Rite Aid, which have a combined 60,000 locations nationwide, are handing over Americans’ prescription records to police and government investigators without a warrant, Drew Harwell reports for the Washington Post. Officials with America’s eight biggest pharmacy giants told congressional investigators that they required only a subpoena, not a warrant, to share the records.
JURIST
DECEMBER 12, 2023
A US jury decided Monday that Google’s current app store policies violate Section 2 and 1 of the Sherman Antitrust Act and the California Cartwright Act. Sometime next year, there will be a separate judicial process to determine the penalty that Google will suffer as a result of the jury’s Monday decision. Epic Games, the designers of the popular game Fortnite, filed an antitrust lawsuit against Google and its parent company Alphabet Inc. along with Match Group, a company that design
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Brooke Lively | Steps in your client’s journey, it will reveal everyones production numbers, then it's easier to track performance and hit your law firms goals. The post To Stay on Target, Everybody in Your Law Firm Needs a Production Number appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.
Paralegal.edu
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) is excited to announce the availability of a new bachelor’s degree program designed specifically for paralegals and other legal support professionals. Classes in the Bachelor of Law and Business degree program begin January 29, 2024. CALS has specialized exclusively in paralegal education and training since 1987 and has helped thousands of graduates enter this exciting and rewarding profession through the completion of accredited certificates and associat
LDA PRO
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Eviction moratorium help for landlords: The landscape of landlord-tenant relationships has witnessed significant shifts, especially with the implementation of eviction moratoriums. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the challenges faced by landlords during eviction moratoriums and the essential legal assistance provided by LDA Pro Legal. Our focus will be on understanding eviction moratoriums, addressing issues like non-payment eviction notices, the availability of paralegals for hire,
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The Telegraph released an exclusive report claiming that there is an extensive illicit cash-for-kidney transplant scheme purportedly linked to Apollo Hospitals in Delhi, prompting an investigation by Delhi authorities. The report alleges that individuals from Myanmar were enticed into selling their kidneys to affluent patients, potentially infringing upon Indian and international laws prohibiting organ trafficking.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Seems like maybe Judge Srinavasan isn't the actual intended audience here. The post Elise Stefanik Demands To Speak To The Manager Of This Here Federal Judiciary appeared first on Above the Law.
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Selecting and implementing CLM technology can be daunting, leading to underutilization or abandonment. Factors like provider differentiation, inadequate planning, and lack of user training contribute to these failures. Recognizing these pitfalls is crucial for successful adoption, ensuring organizations harness the full potential of CLM for streamlined contract management.
The Crime Report
DECEMBER 14, 2023
A federal report released in September found that there were 188 school shootings during the 2021-22 academic year, the highest in more than two decades. National Center for Education Statistics report authors noted that there were half that number of school shootings (93) during the previous year and that, after retail and other business settings, educational settings were the second most common location of active shooter incidents.
LawSites
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Federal, state and local court e-filing systems are a Tower of Babel-like mishmash of proprietary technologies and paywalls that inhibit public access to court documents. Now, the Free Law Project , a nonprofit devoted to making legal information publicly and freely available, has received a grant to design and prototype an open access and open source court e-filing system, aiming to disrupt the existing system by which e-filing and court management systems make money by selling access to court
JURIST
DECEMBER 14, 2023
A Northern Ireland court ruled Thursday that the sole British soldier facing charges in connection with the 1972 “Bloody Sunday” killings of Catholic protesters will be tried for murder. Ted Magill, a District Judge in Londonderry, decided that the case against the defendant “Soldier F” would proceed, as there was enough evidence to send him for trial.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Which of these law firm holiday cards is the best of 2023? Cast your vote! The post ATL Holiday Card Contest: The Finalists! (2023) appeared first on Above the Law.
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CLM tools have always strived to push contract management into the digital age for almost 30 years. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous. The current scenarios in business development have shown that having a fully automated CLM has become a mandate for every law firm and in-house legal department. To determine if you need a CLM system, it's essential to clearly identify the on-ground business challenges you aim to solve.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Danielle DavisRoe | As you transition into the new year, resolve to make your software work better for you with these quick tech tricks. The post 24 Quick Tech Tips to Try in 2024 appeared first on Attorney at Work.
LawSites
DECEMBER 15, 2023
With just two weeks left in the voting to pick the 15 startups that will go to Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW in February, here are the standings so far. As a reminder, you get to pick the 15 startups out of 25 semifinalists. The 15 startups selected will face off in a live pitch competition that is the opening night event of TECHSHOW, which is Feb. 14-17, 2024, in Chicago.
JURIST
DECEMBER 15, 2023
The US Supreme Court refused to block Illinois’ assault weapon and high-capacity magazine ban on Thursday. This decision comes after the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit allowed the ban to go into effect in November. In a one-page order the Supreme Court stated, “The application for a writ of injunction pending certiorari presented to Justice Barrett and by her referred to the Court is denied.” The court also declined to block the ban in May.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 11, 2023
I guess it really does depend on 'context.' The post Penn Donors Push Out President, Continue Whistling Past The Professor Bringing White Nationalists To Campus appeared first on Above the Law.
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L4SB
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The Corporate Transparency Act, (CTA) goes into effect on January 1st, 2024. It requires “beneficial owners” of “small businesses” (less than 500 employees) to report their personal information to the.
LawSites
DECEMBER 11, 2023
On Nov. 6, OpenAI introduced the ability for any user with a ChatGPT Plus or Enterprise account to create their own custom versions of ChatGPT, which OpenAI calls GPTs. “GPTs are a new way for anyone to create a tailored version of ChatGPT to be more helpful in their daily life, at specific tasks, at work, or at home—and then share that creation with others,” the company said.
JURIST
DECEMBER 11, 2023
A spokesperson for Russian dissident Alexei Navalny said on social media Monday that the activist has been missing within the prison system for six days. Spokesperson Kira Yarmysh said that Navalny’s team doesn’t “know where [he] is or what’s happening to him.” A long-time critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s government, Navalny has been behind bars in Russia since 2021 when he returned to the country after being poisoned by a chemical nerve agent in Germany
Above The Law
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Sanofi, which markets the two primary treatments for Pompe disease, was trying to add a third one by licensing rights to a Maze Therapeutics drug candidate with a different therapeutic approach. A Federal Trade Commission complaint alleges the deal amounts to a monopoly player taking out its competition.
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Law 360
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The Harlem Globetrotters have settled an intellectual property dispute with the makers of a biopic about one of its legendary athletes, Nat "Sweetwater" Clifton, after initially claiming that the film could harm the team's brand.
OneLegal
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Understand the mediation privilege in California, including its legal basis, practical implications, and how it compares to federal standards. The post Understanding the mediation privilege in California appeared first on One Legal.
JURIST
DECEMBER 10, 2023
Dutch police arrested a 55-year-old Syrian refugee on Friday in the town of Druten in the province of Gelderland on suspicion of crimes against humanity, including complicity in torture and sexual violence in Syria during the civil war. This is the first time that the Netherlands has accused someone of committing crimes against humanity. The International Crimes Team (TIM) of the Dutch National Police investigated the man for serving as the chief of the interrogation department of the National D
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