Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Ask the Experts at 2Civility.org: Mark C. Palmer tackles ethis questions about AI and legal billing practices. The post Be Reasonable, People! AI’s Impact on Legal Fees appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
If your firm is seeking ways to enhance growth and profitability, these reports offer a valuable roadmap for improving financial performance and strategic decision-making. The post Law Firm Benchmarking: Key Marketing And Financial Metrics In 2024 appeared first on Above the Law.
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Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Called the "Wave of the Future" by Reuters, Scale LLP is a full-service law firm built by Silicon Valley founders and GCs to provide an alternative to a traditional private practice. The post In Transition: Can New Ways of Practicing Law Restore the Legal Profession? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Both Sen. Mark Kelly and Rep. Mike Waltz have spent the past year publicly floating some of the ideas that will be included in the legislation. The post Bipartisan Duo Of Lawmakers To Introduce ‘Ships For America Act’ Following Election 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.
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Jill Barton spent the first decade of her career working as a journalist, with the Associated Press Stylebook always at hand to determine word usage…
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Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
From dreams of passing the bar to time spent behind bars: How this pre-law student wound up on the wrong side of the law. The post Student Accepted To Top Law School With Full Ride Sentenced In January 6th Case appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Venezuela’s Supreme Tribunal of Justice (TSJ) endorsed an arrest warrant for Argentine President Javier Milei on Monday over the alleged “theft” of a Venezuelan cargo plane confiscated in Buenos Aires and handed over to the United States. On the same day, the Federal Chamber of the City of Buenos Aires ordered the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro for alleged crimes against humanity.
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Disrupted sleep and anxiety lead the list of well-being challenges experienced by surveyed lawyers, according to a new survey report by Bloomberg Law.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Guess they do pay after all. The post Chatbot Law Site DoNotPay Settles With FTC appeared first on Above the Law.
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
SCOTUSBlog
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Share The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to block the execution of Marcellus Williams, who in 2001 was convicted and sentenced to death for the 1998 stabbing murder of Felicia Gayle. None of the forensic evidence found in Gayle’s house tied Williams to the scene and his lawyers argued there was reason to believe he was innocent. The lawyer who prosecuted Williams also testified that he excluded at least one potential juror because of that juror’s race.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
In a monumental decision, Canada, Australia, Germany, and the Netherlands are set to initiate legal proceedings against the Taliban at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over allegations of gender discrimination and apartheid , the Guardian Newspaper reported Wednesday from the UN. This would mark the first instance where the ICJ, located in The Hague, will witness a country brought to trial by others specifically on the grounds of gender discrimination.
Intelligize Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
It’s a widely shared concern that artificial intelligence has the potential to create disaster of some kind for our species. It seems only fitting, then, that to feed the energy needs of its AI services, Microsoft has turned to the nuclear plant at Three Mile Island. Located along the Susquehanna River near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Three Mile Island gained fame 45 years ago for all the wrong reasons – as the site of the worst nuclear accident in U.S. history.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Maybe he can get a job jumping out of cakes at bachelor parties. The post Rudy Giuliani Exits The Practice Of Law: Not With A Bang, But With A Piddle appeared first on Above the Law.
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LawSites
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Several of our Legaltech Week panelists are in Chicago for RelativityFest, so we’re going to (attempt to?) broadcast live from there. If you are in Chicago or attending RelativityFest, come watch us live at 2 CT/3 ET. We will be in the Hyatt Regency Chicago, Room Grand Hall MN.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Twenty-six countries expressed on Thursday their support for a legal initiative to hold the Taliban accountable at the International Court of Justice for systematic human rights violations against women and girls in Afghanistan. In a joint statement, the countries condemned Taliban policies that have severely curtailed the rights of Afghan women and girls since the Taliban took control of the country in 2021. “The women and girls of Afghanistan deserve nothing less than the full enjoyment
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Bull Garlington | I’d pick the new Paper Pro in a heartbeat if I were a new user. Yes, it’s more expensive, but it’s also more useful. The post The New ReMarkable Paper Pro Is Not the ReMarkable 3 appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Jeff Clark has cracked the case! Kamala Harris never argued an appeal and that means. something something. The post Lawyer Facing Disbarment Has DEEP THOUGHTS About Kamala Harris’s Legal Chops appeared first on Above the Law.
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LawSites
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
In notable news for the e-discovery industry, the legal software and services provider Elevate has acquired Redgrave Data, a consulting firm that provides services and software for e-discovery and data analytics. Redgrave’s founders Mollie Nichols, Scott Culbertson, Dave Lewis, Mark Noel, and Lindsey Worth will all join Elevate’s management team.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday published their findings of abuse by the police department of Lexington, Mississippi. Lexington is a small rural town with a population of around 1,600. The town is located in one of the poorest counties in the country, with a median household income of approximately $39,000–roughly half the national average.
Intelligize Blog
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
In the latest example of board-related drama in a year riddled with it, embattled genetic testing company 23andMe was dealt yet another blow last week when all seven of its independent directors resigned en masse over disagreements about the company’s direction. The revolt at 23andMe leaves CEO and co-Founder Anne Wojcicki as the only remaining board member and will likely complicate her plans to take the company private.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Some people -- even lawyers -- actually like kids. Some people -- even lawyers -- have kids. The post More Lawyers Should Feel Comfortable Bringing Kids To Court appeared first on Above the Law.
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A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
A New York woman was convicted of murder Friday for fatally stabbing her immigration lawyer in March 2022, three days after police escorted her from…
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Disability rights groups launched a Charter challenge Wednesday against Canada’s medical assistance in dying (MAiD) provisions, seeking a court declaration that portions of the Canada Criminal Code are unconstitutional, and thus of no force and effect. The legal challenge is grounded under sections 7 and 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Law 360
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
An attorney who is suing three lawyers from Blank Rome LLP and has asked a federal court to disqualify the firm's other attorneys from representing their colleagues — alleging they contacted one of her witnesses — told the court Friday she accessed a phone message that strengthens her arguments.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Just a masterclass in utter nonsense. The post Eric Adams Indictment Not As Bad As That Time AOC Wore A Dress, Says Jonathan Turley appeared first on Above the Law.
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OneLegal
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Learn five useful eSignature troubleshooting tricks, ensuring secure, legal document signing. The post 5 eSignature troubleshooting tricks you should know appeared first on One Legal.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Around 5,000 Moroccan lawyers protested a series of judicial reforms proposed by the government in Rabat on Saturday which would significantly diminish the role of defence lawyers and harm the integrity of the justice system. The lawyers argue that the proposed reforms to Morocco’s Civil Procedure Code and Criminal Procedure Code violate key legal principles by limiting a lawyer’s involvement in critical stages of legal proceedings.
Law 360
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
A Florida state court judge has ordered a Fox News board member to turn over cellphone data in connection to a New York defamation lawsuit over unfounded reports that Smartmatic USA Corp.'s voting systems helped rig the 2020 election, finding the phone may contain relevant information to the case.
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