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The “Underpaid” Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

Are you feeling like an underpaid paralegal? As paralegals, it’s our job to provide support to attorneys and clients, dedicating countless hours to research, investigation, drafting, and client engagement. You serve as the point of contact when the attorney is not available. You also put in just as much dedication and effort into every case as the attorney.

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Taking Advantage of AI-Empowered Drafting and Legal Tech Tools for High-Stakes Transactions

Attorney at Work

Ari Kaplan interviews Paulo Varnieri, a corporate partner at Holland & Knight, and Ross Guberman, founder and CEO of Law Catch. The post Taking Advantage of AI-Empowered Drafting and Legal Tech Tools for High-Stakes Transactions appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.

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Planning Law Firm Expenses: How Much Does It Cost to Start a Law Firm?

ALPS

Startup costs vary widely but investing wisely in these early stages sets the tone for your law firm's long-term financial health. So, take a deep breath and prepare to tackle these costs with a strategic and informed approach, ensuring a strong launch for your legal venture. Operating a Law Office Running a law office is about more than legal expertise.

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Ethiopian Human Rights Commission says 45 civilians killed by government forces in Amhara region

JURIST

The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) claimed on Tuesday that federal security forces have killed at least 45 civilians in Ethiopia’s Amhara region. The independent state body also alleged that the civilians had been killed for being supposedly affiliated with the ethnic Amhara armed group known as Fano. The commission stressed that the damage done to civilian lives “outside the law” by government officials could be greater than the numbers stated.

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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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Exclusive: Practice Management Company Smokeball Unveils Plans for an AI Ecosystem Spanning the Full Client Lifecycle

LawSites

At the American Bar Association’s Techshow this week in Chicago, the law practice management platform Smokeball will unveil its plan to deploy generative artificial intelligence within its platform across the client lifecycle, from intaking new clients to handling their matters to billing them for the work. It will launch the first set of these Smokeball AI features in beta in March in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, with general availability around the middle of the year

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NYC Sues Facebook, Social Media Cos. Over Teen Addiction

Law 360

New York City on Wednesday became the latest government entity to accuse social media giants such as Facebook, TikTok and YouTube of purposefully hooking youth on their platforms and driving a mental health care crisis by designing their apps to mimic gambling and tobacco industry tactics in a California state court suit.

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Why You Should Prep Your Law Firm to Sell — Even If You Don’t Want to Sell

Attorney at Work

Brooke Lively | When you prep your law firm to sell, you build a business that operates with or without you — so you can step out when you are ready. The post Why You Should Prep Your Law Firm to Sell — Even If You Don’t Want to Sell appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.

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Unlocking Probate Support: Finding a Probate Paralegal Near Me with LDA Pro Legal

LDA PRO

In the complex realm of legal matters, the need for a probate paralegal is often a crucial requirement, particularly when faced with the intricacies of probate processes. For those seeking local expertise, the quest for a “Probate Paralegal Near Me” becomes paramount. LDA Pro Legal, a distinguished provider in legal document assistance, stands as your ally in this journey, offering comprehensive probate paralegal services.

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New York Governor Provokes Ire Of Biglaw

Above The Law

Gov. Hochul is diverting money from legal aid for low-income New Yorkers. The post New York Governor Provokes Ire Of Biglaw appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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Germany announces new measures to target extremist groups

JURIST

German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser announced Tuesday that a package of new measures will be considered to tackle the rise of far-right extremism. These new measures are part of a 13-point plan and are both preventive and repressive. They include the financial tracking of right-wing extremist groups in addition to the creation of a special unit called the ”early recognition unit” designed to detect far-right disinformation campaigns.

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A note on “The BBC Nile” in the High Court of Australia – foreign arbitration agreement and choice of law clause and Article 3(8) of the Amended Hague Rules in Australia

Conflict of Laws

By Poomintr Sooksripaisarnkit Lecturer in Maritime Law, Australian Maritime College, University of Tasmania Introduction On 14 th February 2024, the High Court of Australia handed down its judgment in Carmichael Rail Network Pty Ltd v BBC Chartering Carriers GmbH & Co KG [2024] HCA 4. The case has ramifications on whether a foreign arbitration clause (in this case, the London arbitration clause) would be null and void under the scheme of the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1991 (Cth) which make

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Joint Inventorship: AI-Human Style

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by Dennis Crouch The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently published examination guidance and a request for comments on the treatment of inventorship for inventions created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions. The key takeaway here is that the USPTO believes that an AI-developed invention is patentable so long as a human satisfies the joint-inventorship standard of “significantly contributing to the inve

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Denmark Passes New Pro-Surrogacy Regulations

Above The Law

The new rules in Denmark focus on two areas of surrogacy. The post Denmark Passes New Pro-Surrogacy Regulations appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.

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US calls for investigation into alleged Ethiopia massacre following violent clashes between soldiers and armed groups

JURIST

The US Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia called for an investigation into an alleged massacre of civilians taking place in Ethiopia’s Amhara region on Friday, where local rights group Ethiopia Human Rights Council (EHRC) has said over 80 people were killed following violent clashes between soldiers and a militia groupknown as the Fano. On January 29, the ENDF reportedly carried out a massacre in Merawi that resulted in at least 89 civilian deaths, though the National Movement of Amhara claims th

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Clio Rebrands Lawyaw, the Document Assembly Software It Acquired In 2021, As Clio Draft

LawSites

Law practice management company Clio said today that Lawyaw, the document automation software it acquired in 2021, will now be called Clio Draft. The new name reflects a deepened integration of products and services since the acquisition, Clio says. “Uniting under the Clio banner gives us a clear focus on delivering value to our customers,” said Clio founder and CEO Jack Newton. “It also sets us up to enhance the future capabilities of legal document innovation by consolidating and c

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Why Dissolving Your LLC Could Expose You to Lawsuits

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If you think this maneuver will save you the hassle of BOI reporting, think again. In the labyrinth of business decisions, dissolving a Limited Liability Company (LLC) might appear to.

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The Next Big Hair Accessory Trend Is Using Anything *But* A Hair Accessory

Above The Law

According to the New York runways, we'll be putting all sorts of unexpected objects in our hair next fall. The post The Next Big Hair Accessory Trend Is Using Anything *But* A Hair Accessory appeared first on Above the Law.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

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!

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Amnesty International: Russia sentences 33 Ukrainian soldiers for war crimes after ‘unlawful trials’

JURIST

Amnesty International (AI) reported that Russia sentenced 33 Ukrainian soldiers in the Supreme Court of the Luhansk People’s Republic in Russian-occupied Luhansk on Monday for “alleged war crimes.” Russian authorities captured the soldiers as prisoners of war (POWs). Their sentences range from twenty-seven to twenty-nine years. AI reported that Russian authorities prosecuted the POWs for alleged “war crimes,” including “the use of artillery in the early days o

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Wonder Bread truck drivers seek exemption from mandatory arbitration

SCOTUSBlog

Share Bissonnette v. LePage Bakeries Park St. brings the justices yet another case under a statute with which they are all too familiar – the Federal Arbitration Act. As regular readers will know, the court in the last few decades has heard numerous cases under the FAA. The great majority of those cases have involved arguments, by workers or customers, that for one reason or another courts should not enforce a pre-dispute arbitration agreement against them.

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Here’s How to Show Clients You Don’t Really Care

Attorney at Work

Confronted with mountains of heart-shaped boxes and an avalanche of sweetheart sales, it's only natural for some to ponder, "Who loves ya, baby?" The post Here’s How to Show Clients You Don’t Really Care appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.

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Ken Paxton Takes Time Off Of Harassing Trans Kids And Pregnant Women To Start S**t With His Own Senator

Above The Law

How does he even find the time? The post Ken Paxton Takes Time Off Of Harassing Trans Kids And Pregnant Women To Start S**t With His Own Senator appeared first on Above the Law.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

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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Australia High Court confirms families of church abuse victims may seek compensation

JURIST

The High Court of Australia dismissed the Catholic Church’s bid to avoid paying damages to the father of a choirboy allegedly sexually abused by Cardinal Goerge Pell. The landmark decision confirms the decision of the Victorian Supreme Court of Appeal that victims’ families may seek compensation as secondary victims of clergy sexual abuse.

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AI in Banking and Finance, February 15, 2024

LLRX

This semi-monthly column by Sabrina I. Pacifici highlights news, government documents, NGO/IGO papers, industry white papers, academic papers and speeches on the subject of AI’s fast paced impact on the banking and finance sectors. The chronological links provided are to the primary sources, and as available, indicate links to alternate free versions.

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USPTO Issues Guidance on Patentability of Inventions Developed with the Assistance of Artificial Intelligence

The IP Law Blog

On February 12, 2024, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) issued guidance on the patentability of inventions developed with the assistance of artificial intelligence, saying that a human must have made a “significant contribution” to the invention. The USPTO explained that while AI-assisted inventions are not categorically unpatentable, the inventorship analysis should focus on human contributions, as patents function to incentivize and reward human ingenuity.

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It Turns Out Law School Leaving A Paper Trail Of Retaliation Was A Poor Litigation Strategy

Above The Law

Law professor Paul Campos prevailed in his fight with his employer. The post It Turns Out Law School Leaving A Paper Trail Of Retaliation Was A Poor Litigation Strategy appeared first on Above the Law.

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Document Automation for Small Law Firms: A Practical Guide for Paralegals & Staff

Stop recreating the same legal documents. Learn to automate client intake forms, correspondence, and agreements—without expensive software. What You'll Learn: Which documents to automate first How to create simple templates Ways to reduce errors and save time Practical workflows for small firms Download now to transform your legal document drafting process.