Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
We all have to step up our game to ensure that client loyalty is developed with intent. The post A Lawyer’s Guide To Boosting Client Loyalty: The Promised Land For Business Development appeared first on Above the Law.
CARET Legal
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The case review process, often one of the most time-consuming and resource-intensive aspects of legal work, presents a significant opportunity for optimization. Is your law firm currently under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality work products in shorter time frames while managing costs? The case review process, often one of the most time-consuming and resource-intensive aspects of legal work, presents a significant opportunity for optimization.
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OneLegal
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
From AI to cloud computing, discover how technology is reshaping legal practices and what digital transformation in law firms looks like. The post Are law firms keeping pace with the digital transformation? appeared first on One Legal.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Your take probably depends on how much debt you're in after law school. The post Is Going To Law School Actually Worth The Price Tag? appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Ivy Grey | Check yourself for rude, aggressive language before you wreck your case. The post The Misguided Appeal of the Aggressive Lawyer appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Paralegal Brief brings together the best content for paralegals and legal professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders
NCBA
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Bonnie Keen The legal profession has some of the most overwhelming workloads. It can be easy to get caught up in overscheduling and becoming stressed before the end of the day. Often, the amount of time tasks will take is underestimated, which leaves employees playing catch up or lawyers having to stay late at […] The post Work-Life Balance and Wellness first appeared on NCBarBlog.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
These Two Make One Hell Of A Firm! : Womble Bond and Lewis Roca announce merger. He’s Gonna Fight ‘Em Off : The White Stripes take themselves off Trump’s campaign playlist. Weekends Are For Resting : Bryan Cave partner says weekend emails can wait for Monday. Real Talk : Brian Cuban talks about suicide prevention in the field. Learn the two-ask rule !
Law 360
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday brought a new insider trading case tied to the theft of confidential merger information from a Covington & Burling LLP lawyer, suing the cousin of a former FBI trainee who was sentenced to prison for filching the Merck & Co. deal info at the heart of the case and then tipping off others.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Law firm merger interest is at an 'all-time high' -- and it really shows. The post Two More Biglaw Firms Announce Their Intent To Combine In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Over 26 human rights organizations, including the Kurdistan Human Rights Network and Centre for Human Rights in Iran, issued a joint statement on Tuesday calling for the immediate revocation of the death sentence imposed on Kurdish women’s rights activist Pakhshan Azizi. This sentence, handed down by the Iranian judiciary, has sparked international outrage, with the organizations calling it “a blatant violation of human rights principles and standards as well as international conventions a
Paralegal.edu
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The challenge with any resume is to communicate applicant value so that it resonates in the best way possible. Presentation, content, and readability are critical. A resume should illustrate what a candidate has done, what a candidate has achieved, and how these accomplishments can support the position advertised. Resumes ARE marketing documents, and they need to be visually appealing and convincing.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
In many law firms – especially the small ones – managing attorneys are held hostage by their staffpersons. And, when the staffpersons are aware that that is the situation – thi ngs can quickly turn toxic. There are plenty of law firms, where staff are doing whatever they want, and dictating process and strategy to the attorneys they work for – because the lawyers believe they can’t let go of the staff, since they’re too important to the running of the law firm.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Waistcoats are trending thanks to the cubicle-chic fad. Here's where to get yours — no office job necessary. The post Ace ‘Corporate-Core’ This Fall With A Tailored Vest appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The UN Security Council unanimously decided on Wednesday to extend its longstanding sanctions against Sudan by adopting Resolution 2750. This extension, set under Chapter VII of the UN Charter, prolongs the sanctions for an additional year. The resolution, issued as document S/RES/2750(2024), stipulates that the sanctions including asset freezes, travel bans, and an arms embargo will remain in effect until September 12, 2025, with a further review to be conducted no later than that date.
LawSites
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
In his keynote speech opening LEX Summit in Salt Lake City, Filevine founder and CEO Ryan Anderson emphasized platforms as the future of technology for law firms, criticizing the legal technology landscape as a fragmented and inefficient array of point solutions, and promising that Filevine will deliver firms a better way by bringing together everything […]
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Nonlawyer-owned entities would be allowed to deliver legal services in Washington under a pilot program proposed by the Washington State Bar Association and a board…
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Maybe she'll use this setback to rebrand as Clarence Thomas's clerk! The post ‘New Racist’ Judge Kicked Off Bench For Racist Remarks About American Blacks appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
A group of 40 rights organizations issued a joint statement Friday calling on Saudi Arabian authorities to release all those unfairly jailed for their online expression before Riyadh hosts the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF) from December 15 to 19. The organizations stated that the detention contradicts the IGF’s stated values, which focus on advancing human rights and inclusion in the digital age.
Patently O
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
by Dennis Crouch As its name suggests, the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (PERA) is designed to substantially overturn the Supreme Court's decisions in Mayo Collaborative Services v. Prometheus Laboratories, Inc. , 566 U.S. 66 (2012), and Alice Corp. v. CLS Bank International , 573 U.S. 208 (2014). Together those cases created a firestorm of invalid patents and challenges for the patent office and patent holders alike.
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
A law firm managing partner has myriad responsibilities and competing pressures, from keeping business operations running smoothly to serving as a chief role model and motivator. If you have been asked to take up the mantle or aspire to lead your firm one day, it would be wise to understand exactly what the position entails: […] The post Top 10 Challenges of Being a Law Firm Managing Partner appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The Citadel chief wouldn’t mind drowning this CAT himself, if that’s what it takes. The post Ken Griffin Not Interested In Paying To Let The SEC Keep An Eye On Ken Griffin appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story
Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated on Tuesday that Libya’s authorities have not provided proper support to those affected by last year’s floods in the city of Derna. According to the organization, this has severely affected compensation and rebuilding efforts, as infrastructure remains unbuilt and thousands of people are unable to return home.
FDA Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
By John W.M. Claud — Last week, FDA revised one of its two guidances relating to nitrosamines, Control of Nitrosamine Impurities in Human Drugs. Nitrosamines are impurities that can form during drug manufacturing and are considered potentially potent carcinogens. One specific kind of nitrosamines called N-nitrosamine drug substance-related impurities, or NDSRIs, are especially vexing to FDA and to industry because they mimic the structure of the specific active pharmaceutical ingredients (API),
SCOTUSBlog
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Friday morning read: U.S. Naval Academy, affirmative action foe square off at Baltimore trial (Nate Raymond, Reuters) Affirmative Action Was Banned. What Happened Next Was Confusing. (Anemona Hartocollis & Stephanie Saul, The New York Times) The inside story of how Sandra Day O’Connor rebuffed pressure from Scalia and others to overturn Roe v.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
More than 330 provider organizations signed letters this week urging the White House and Congress to extend a pandemic-era telehealth prescribing flexibility. Failure to extend this policy would cause millions of Americans to lose access to treatment, they argued. The post 300+ Provider Organizations Urge Feds to Prevent Leaked DEA Rule From Going into Effect appeared first on MedCity News.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a
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