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9 Ways to Succeed as a Personal Injury Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

Do you want to stand out as a Personal Injury Paralegal? If you’re like I was when I was working for a big commercial litigation firm, I assumed that since the public called personal injury attorneys the “ambulance chasers,” then personal injury paralegals were paralegals who worked for the ambulance chasers, and I never really thought much about it.

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Six Quick Tips to Minimize Distractions

Attorney at Work

Whether you work in a traditional office or a home office, distractions are everywhere. While we can’t completely remove ourselves from interruptions, we can minimize distractions a bit with these six tricks. 1. Turn Off Notifications. Apps are all begging for your attention. With each notification, they scream pay attention to me. The more notifications you get, the harder it is to focus on high-level work.

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When Children Hurt Children: Restorative Justice and Child Victims

The Crime Report

How much of a say should child victims have when they’re dragged into the criminal justice system? An Israeli researcher argues that there’s a significant gap between the involvement in decision-making that child victims expect and the level of attention professionals are willing to give them. In a study recently published in the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts’ Family Court Review Journal , Tali Gal, lecturer at Israel’s University of Haifa School of Criminology, imagines a restor

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What Do You Talk About During An Attorney Consultation?

L4SB

How business owners can pay a small fee for a wealth of information. You may think phrases such as “Let me consult with my attorney” may not apply to a.

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Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!

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It’s Your Turn To Lead

Above The Law

Don’t be afraid to fail. Try hard things, and if you fail, move on. The post It’s Your Turn To Lead appeared first on Above the Law.

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This Biglaw Firm Has The Most Women Equity Partners In The Am Law 200

Above The Law

Equity partnership is the best kind of partnership. The post This Biglaw Firm Has The Most Women Equity Partners In The Am Law 200 appeared first on Above the Law.

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Nearly 50,000 People Held in ‘Prolonged’ Solitary: Report

The Crime Report

A new report from Yale Law School’s Arthur Liman Center and the Correctional Leaders Association reveals that between 41,000 and 48,000 men and women are being held in prolonged solitary confinement in U.S. prisons, with most being held alone in cells the size of parking spaces for 22 hours a day on average and for at least 15 days, reports The Guardian.

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New Excise Tax Targets Stock Buybacks

Intelligize Blog

As would be expected for legislation with the sweeping scope of the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act, getting enough politicians to vote “yes” required an array of compromises and sweeteners. One of the most important revenue generators added to the U.S. budget reconciliation bill involved a new tax on corporate stock repurchases. Buybacks have become […].

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Brainstorming Guidelines: 10 Tips for Today’s Law Firm Marketing

Attorney at Work

A brainstorming session is a valuable and creative tool law firm marketing teams can use to foster their brands, communicate their messages, and deliver real impact in their law firm branding, marketing and public relations. Elements of an Effective Brainstorming Session. Here are 10 brainstorming guidelines for today’s law firm marketing teams that will help make your meeting — and outcomes — more effective. 1.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Over 160 organizations call on DHS to end religious discrimination at US border

JURIST

Over 160 organizations Monday sent a letter to Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Alejandro Mayorkas calling for the end of religious discrimination against Sikh migrants at US border crossing points. The letter was signed by the Sikh Coalition, the American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona (ACLU-AZ) and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), among other organizations.

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‘Third Branch of Public Safety’ Thrives in Albuquerque

The Crime Report

Photo via ACS website. One year into its implementation, the Albuquerque Community Safety (ACS) Department is gaining traction in addressing street-level mental health, addiction and homeless related crises— much to the relief of the city’s besieged police and fire departments. As a city cabinet-level agency, the ACS is the first in the nation to provide a non-law enforcement response to non-emergency incidents involving homelessness, mental health, and substance abuse incidents—dramatically fre

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New Mexico allows immigrants here illegally to obtain law licenses

ABA Journal

Immigrants who are in the country illegally won’t be barred from law practice in New Mexico, according to a rule change approved by the New…

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New Law Firm Job? Overcome Performance Anxiety With a Learning Mindset

Attorney at Work

The interviews and video calls are behind you. You’ve accepted the position and joined your new law firm. You’re excited by the opportunity but worry about your initial performance. You promoted your skills, experience and expertise pretty strongly in the interviews. Will you be able to live up to expectations? Here’s how a learning mindset can help you take on your new job responsibilities with confidence.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

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

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US Supreme Court vacates stay of injunction blocking Georgia election law

JURIST

The US Supreme Court Friday vacated the stay of an injunction by the US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and stated that the Eleventh Circuit improperly analyzed the case. The case, Rose et al. v. Raffensperger , pertains to an alleged violation of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. The plaintiffs assert that Georgia’s method of electing commissioners to the state’s Public Service Commission, which is through at-large, statewide elections, dilutes the votes of black citize

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FedSoc’s Leonard Leo Gets $1.6 Billion Donation To Ruin Our Country Even More

Above The Law

Expanding FedSoc's influence. The post FedSoc’s Leonard Leo Gets $1.6 Billion Donation To Ruin Our Country Even More appeared first on Above the Law.

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High-Potency Marijuana Leads to Addiction According to New Study

LegalReader

Marijuana products are not the same as they were decades ago.

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Even In-House Counsel Need to Market

Attorney at Work

To succeed as in-house counsel, make sure clients understand the legal department’s value. Just like the clients of private law firms, corporate personnel have choices about to whom to turn when a legal question arises. Here are their three options. 1. “I’ll Figure It Out Myself” Corporate personnel may be disincentivized to consult their legal departments in a number of ways.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

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?

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US federal judge orders Starbucks to rehire 7 union-supporting Memphis employees

JURIST

A US district judge has ordered Starbucks to rehire seven employees in Memphis, Tennessee who were allegedly terminated for participating in pro-union activities in attempts to unionize the store they worked at. A regional director for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) filed a suit against Starbucks, alleging that the employees were terminated for participating in activities protected under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).

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State Worried That Talking About Race Harms Kids Brings Back Beating Children In School

Above The Law

'Giving teachers guns wasn’t enough, they’ll have belts too!' - Missouri parents, apparently. The post State Worried That Talking About Race Harms Kids Brings Back Beating Children In School appeared first on Above the Law.

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12 Brand Recognition Strategies for Legal Practices

LegalReader

If a legal practice can highlight how it's making a difference in society, that can help with brand recognition. ~ Jibran Qazi, MCPD.

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“Congressional Responses to Dobbs”

HowAppealing

“Congressional Responses to Dobbs “: Adam Feldman has this post at his “Empirical SCOTUS” blog. The post “Congressional Responses to Dobbs” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

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.

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UN human rights office expresses concern over illegal Russian trial of Ukrainian POWs

JURIST

The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Tuesday denounced plans by Russian-backed authorities to allegedly try Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs) in the port city of Mariupol. The OHCHR believes that the trials may begin within days and that, according to information currently available, the trials themselves could amount to a war crime.

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Yale Law School Grad JD Vance’s Opioid Charity Less About Helping People, More About Parroting Big Pharma

Above The Law

Not a good look. The post Yale Law School Grad JD Vance’s Opioid Charity Less About Helping People, More About Parroting Big Pharma appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA calls on legal professionals to ‘step up’ and serve as poll workers in upcoming 2022 elections

ABA Journal

The ABA is mobilizing lawyers to serve as poll workers in the upcoming 2022 elections.

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“Bunn Fitting In Well on West Virginia Supreme Court”

HowAppealing

“Bunn Fitting In Well on West Virginia Supreme Court”: The Wheeling News-Register has this report. The post “Bunn Fitting In Well on West Virginia Supreme Court” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

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.