Paralegal Bootcamp
JANUARY 6, 2023
Internships can be a great stepping stone into your first paralegal job. While finding success in your paralegal internship can initially seem daunting, we’re here to share some tips to turn your paralegal internship into a job offer. Listen to the Podcast Episode. Internships can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you are fresh out of school.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 3, 2023
Jay Harrington | A “one and done” approach can help you make fewer decisions, and therefore make those decisions better. The post Make Better Decisions by Only Making them Once appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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Above The Law
JANUARY 4, 2023
See that light at the end of the tunnel? It’s actually this podcast. The post Remote Lawyering, Like A Boss: How To Build The Work Lifestyle You Want appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
DECEMBER 31, 2022
Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, and his controversial statements and decisions as its owner, have fueled a new wave of calls for regulating social media companies. Elected officials and policy scholars have argued for years that companies like Twitter and Facebook – now Meta – have immense power over public discussions and can use that power to elevate some views and suppress others.
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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
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 5, 2023
The nonstop tide of regulatory change can be overwhelming for lawyers. Here are three practical ways to keep up with regulation changes in your practice area. The pace, volume and nuance of regulatory change is staggering. One moment, you’re up to date on the latest laws and rules in your areas of expertise. But the […]. The post Practical Ways to Keep Up with Regulatory Change in Your Practice Area appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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The Crime Report
JANUARY 4, 2023
For New York Magazine’s Intelligencer , Justine van der Leun profiled jailhouse lawyer Kelly Harnett’s journey from helping other women at the law library at Rikers and then, after she was sentenced for murder, clerking at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility’s law library, to the vacation of her murder conviction and life after her release. . The piece also serves as an introduction for those who may be unfamiliar with a significant but sometimes unevenly applied law in New York: the Domestic Vi
LegalReader
JANUARY 5, 2023
Social media has transformed how customers interact with businesses and vice versa.
LawSites
JANUARY 3, 2023
LAWCLERK , an online marketplace where attorneys and law firms can hire freelance lawyers and virtual associates, is expanding its hiring options today with the launch of its Hourly Associate program, designed to allow law firms to hire freelancers on a more-flexible hourly basis rather than by a discrete project or longer-term subscription. . “Our Hourly Associate Solution fills the gap between projects and subscription associates,” said Gregory Garman , LAWCLERK CEO. “It allows you
The Hollywood Lawyer
JANUARY 2, 2023
Megan the Stallion, born Megan Pete, and her label are headed to court after a judge dismissed a claim by her label that her last album was not an album under their contract. Pete claims her previous two albums “has satisfied all option periods” in her contract signed in 2018 and “deserves to be severed […]. The post Music Mondays – Megan the Stallion Headed to Court to Resolve Contract Dispute with Label appeared first on THE HOLLYWOOD LAWYER.
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?
JURIST
JANUARY 2, 2023
Ohio Governor Mark DeWine Monday signed Senate Bill 202 , which prohibits authorities from denying or limiting participation in parenting activities on the sole basis of disability. The law applies to custody and visitation rights, adopting, foster care and guardianships. While the right to these activities is not guaranteed for individuals with disabilities, disability alone cannot preclude someone from participating in caregiving.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 6, 2023
This four-step plan will reduce your reliance on paper without risking your license (or sanity). The post Your Four-Step Foolproof Paper Reduction Plan appeared first on Attorney at Work.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 5, 2023
The actors who were teenagers when they portrayed Romeo and Juliet in the 1968 film Romeo and Juliet are relying on a California law to…
Above The Law
JANUARY 6, 2023
CommonSpirit Health is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit over a ransomware attack it suffered last fall that exposed 623,774 patients’ personal data. However, hospitals’ data breach lawsuits usually never make it court, a legal expert said.
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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.
JURIST
JANUARY 3, 2023
Saudi Arabia and the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Monday signed an agreement to build a legal and institutional framework to combat human trafficking crimes. President of the Saudi Arabia Human Rights Commission (HRC) Dr. Hala bint Mazyad bin Mohammed Al-Tuwaijri stressed that the Kingdom has strived to build a legal and institutional framework by enacting international agreements, and the agreement is a continuous strategy to guarantee “the protection of all persons from [human traffick
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 4, 2023
Neville Pokroy | It’s quite simple to compete successfully with larger firms, as long as you keep these 10 factors in mind. The post How Do Small and Midsize Law Firms Punch Above Their Weight? appeared first on Attorney at Work.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 3, 2023
Erwin Chemerinsky, the dean of the University of California at Berkeley School of Law, said he will cooperate in an investigation spurred by a ban…
Above The Law
JANUARY 6, 2023
Important legal updates on hemp and CBD. The post 2023, The Year Of CBD? appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
JURIST
JANUARY 1, 2023
New York Governor Kathy Hochul Saturday signed legislation validating natural organic reduction as a method of burial. Known as “human composting” in common parlance, the process involves placing the body of deceased in a vessel and adding organic material like wood chips, alfalfa grass and straw. Such an arrangement provides conducive environment for natural microbes to act efficiently and quickly.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JANUARY 6, 2023
There’s a funny scene in the Pixar movie ‘Luca’ , where one of the main characters has labeled the negative voice in his head ‘Bruno’ – and, whenever he has thoughts about how he can’t do something, he yells ‘ Silenzio , Bruno!’ (they’re Italian), and so tamps down the fictional naysayer. I mean, it’s a great strategy, honestly. But, for many lawyers (and businesspeople generally), there ’s another, external voice, that can be highly bothersome.
The Estrin Report
JANUARY 5, 2023
Adding Value To The Firm – Are You In Or Out? Originally Posted on May 18, 2022 by Nora Boghossian. We often talk about how to get a job but why don’t we talk enough about keeping a job? “You are going to have to kick me out, because I’m not going anywhere.” I remember saying that to my boss one day. They knew my loyalty to the firm. I showed it by keeping myself apprised of the latest news, my CLE up-to-date, attending annual conferences, and bringing back best practices to the firm. .
Above The Law
JANUARY 4, 2023
The latest in the Biglaw legal drama. The post Proskauer Wins Temporary Restraining Order Against Former Chief Operating Officer appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Andrew Klein
Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!
JURIST
DECEMBER 31, 2022
The Bosnian Prosecutor’s Office Friday indicted 24 people in five separate indictments for various charges involving crimes against humanity and war crimes. The first indictment was filed on December 29 against six people for crimes against humanity committed in 1992 in the city of Prijedor. The accused were employed as guards in camps established in the city by crisis staff in the wake of the Bosnian war.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 4, 2023
Lawyer and author James Grippando made a name for himself writing legal thrillers, including the bestselling series of novels featuring Miami criminal defense attorney Jack…
The Crime Report
JANUARY 4, 2023
Last week, the family of a St. Louis, Missouri man who was killed in police custody filed a new petition with the Supreme Court. . Lombardo v. City of St. Louis concerns the death of Nicholas Gilbert, who in 2015 was restrained by police officers who knelt on his back for 15 minutes until he suffocated. Gilbert was in police custody in a jail cell when police came to restrain him, and he resisted.
Above The Law
JANUARY 6, 2023
A new set of legal issues and advertising opportunities. The post The Metaverse: What Is It? How Does It Affect Law Firms? appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.
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