Above The Law
JANUARY 18, 2023
The callous disregard and lack of respect for women lawyers and lawyer moms needs to stop. The post Why Toxic Culture Is To Blame For Women Leaving Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.
InHouseBlog
JANUARY 18, 2023
Landed an in-house counsel job that requires reviewing incoming contracts? A significant number of in-house counsel jobs involve contracting skills , and in many cases you are reviewing contracts developed by your counterparty rather than your own organization’s library of templates. Don’t fret, this is all part of the job and Contract Nerds can help you turn around a redline faster than you think.
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LegalReader
JANUARY 18, 2023
There are different types of civil rights violations in various fields.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 16, 2023
Brokers are the ideal referral partners for real estate attorneys. Now’s the time to nurture your relationships so you stay top of mind. Real estate attorneys, brokers and title agents are emerging from a roller coaster period that saw home sales skyrocketing throughout 2020 and 2021 before a sharp decline in 2022. While we ease […]. The post 5 Ways Real Estate Attorneys Can Get More Business This Year appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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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
The Estrin Report
JANUARY 19, 2023
Jathan Janove As a former labor and employment law attorney, I’ve taken issue with the popular employee disciplinary tool commonly referred to as “progressive discipline.” In my view, it’s a pernicious contradiction in terms. Here’s what I published on this topic with SHRM. I advocate replacing conventional employee disciplinary policy with the following three communication tools: The “Same Day Summary.
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InHouseBlog
JANUARY 17, 2023
Law firm rate hikes have caused shock and awe in corporate legal departments from time immemorial. The latest rounds have been a doozy, especially taking into consideration macroeconomic trends and a shift in leverage from client to firm. Law departments can, however, take proactive steps to minimize the impact of law firm rate hikes, as this article from the Thomson Reuters Institute indicates.
Above The Law
JANUARY 17, 2023
Just common sense. The post Federal Court Does Its Part To Let Associates Go Home Before Midnight appeared first on Above the Law.
L4SB
JANUARY 18, 2023
What is an Operating Agreement? An Operating Agreement is a legal document that outlines the operating procedures of a limited liability company (or LLC). This document is a legal requirement.
Above The Law
JANUARY 19, 2023
The investigation has revealed no suspects in the leak of the draft decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health. The post All That And The Supreme Court Still Has No Idea Who Leaked The <em>Dobbs</em> Decision appeared first on Above the Law.
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?
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 19, 2023
Jamie Spannhake | When we set a “goal” to experience joy, we may end up having one of our best years yet — personally, financially and professionally. The post 10 Ways to Experience Joy for a Successful 2023 appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2023
The US Supreme Court Tuesday declined to hear an appeal by a professional photographer who sued a hospitality tech company for removing copyright metadata from his photos in violation of the Digital Millenium Copyright Act (DMCA). The US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit affirmed the district court’s dismissal of the case on summary judgment.
Paralegal Bootcamp
JANUARY 20, 2023
We hear this all the time: you should be a proactive paralegal! But what does that actually look like? This week I’m giving you a sneak peek of an important lesson I teach in our Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp that opens on January 30! I will show you what it means to be a proactive paralegal and how to stand out to your attorney by making them think you’re a mind-reader.
Above The Law
JANUARY 18, 2023
We hope he's found soon and brought home safely. The post First-Year Law Student Missing In New York City appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 17, 2023
Nothing But the Ruth | You worked your butt off and the client refuses to pay. Should you hire a collections attorney? The post Going After Non-Paying Clients: Q&A With a Collections Attorney appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2023
The Pacific Island Forum Wednesday expressed concern in a public seminar over Japan’s plans to discharge radioactive waste from reactors damaged in the Fukushima nuclear disaster into the Pacific Ocean over 40 years. Secretary General Henry Puna discussed the findings of an independent panel of experts on Japan’s plan and claimed that Japan’s assertion of safety lacks scientific reasoning.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 19, 2023
Despite tumultuous times and contentious political backdrop, the ABA Governmental Affairs Office scored major victories during the 117th Congress by working successfully with ABA leadership,…
Above The Law
JANUARY 19, 2023
Wait, is our legal system not egalitarian or something? The post Stanford Law Student Proves That Fair Play Doesn’t Really Apply To The Police 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.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 20, 2023
Annette Choti | LinkedIn has emerged as the most trusted networking platform for doing business. Focus your efforts on these steps for using it to get more clients. The post Five Tips for Effectively Using LinkedIn to Attract New Clients appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2023
The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Wednesday cited three Amazon facilities for violations of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act). The facilities were cited for failing to provide a safe, non-hazardous environment for employees. These citations were disclosed at a press conference held by US Attorney for the Southern Di strict of New York Damian Williams and Assistant Secretary of Labor Douglas Parker.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 18, 2023
For some academics, researching, writing, editing and publishing a scholarly piece of work can take months, if not years, of painstaking effort, diligent commitment and…
Above The Law
JANUARY 20, 2023
Transitioning provides numerous opportunities to grow and expand your current law firm. The post Turn Your Law Office Into A Virtual One! 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!
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 14, 2023
Get to the Point! | When you want to vary your vocabulary to hold the reader’s interest, the thesaurus is where to turn. The post A Thesaurus Is More Than a Word Processing Feature appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 16, 2023
The Special Advisory Council for Myanmar (SAC-M) Monday released a report identifying international companies which are helping the Myanmar military junta ( Tatmadaw ) to commit atrocities by supplying them weapons it has used to repress the country’s population. Titled “Fatal Business: Supplying the Myanmar Military’s Weapon Production,” the report argues that the junta’s gross violation of human rights on a daily basis may amount to crimes against humanity.
The Crime Report
JANUARY 19, 2023
The new year began with an American tragedy: A 6-year old boy pulled out a gun in the middle of class, pointed it at his first grade teacher, Abigail Zwerner, and pulled the trigger, shooting her in the chest and causing life threatening injuries. As the nation processes the shock over the young age of this shooter, we have now learned that the boy brought the gun from home.
Above The Law
JANUARY 20, 2023
With leftists like these, who needs PragerU!? The post Harvard Law Professors Caught Using Final Exams To Outsource Copaganda 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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