OneLegal
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Our jobs are so word-intensive that you really can’t make it all that far in law if you aren’t a natural wordsmith. Good news is there’s an app for that! Here are 10 legal writing tools to simplify your life and improve your writing. The post 10 legal writing tools and software that will simplify your life appeared first on One Legal.
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Client-centric selling is all about engaging in conversation, asking insightful questions and having an abundance mindset. The post Build Your Legal Practice With Client-Centric Selling appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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LawSites
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Technological advancements are reshaping industries and creating new ways of working, from the rise of the cloud to 5G and the mass adoption of large-language models and AI. But law firms, typically known to be slow to change and risk averse, are grappling with their own challenges alongside these advancements—paper-based documentation and fax machines are no longer tenable.
ALPS
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Lawyers complained that ChatGPT was not entirely useful to them because it was limited to data prior to September 2021 – a huge limitation for an attorney doing research or anything requiring access to data after 2021. It really prevented a lot of lawyers from using ChatGPT in any major way. Rejoice! In late September 2023, OpenAI announced that ChatGPT can now browse the internet.
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
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Erik Mazzone | Nothing breaks up law firms more frequently, quickly, or completely than disputes over compensation. The post The Law Firm Ecosystem: Compensation appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Paralegal Brief brings together the best content for paralegals and legal professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders
InHouseBlog
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Eight years on from the last set of major changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) governing e-discovery, you might think that the practice of e-discovery had settled down into a comfortable status quo. That could hardly be farther from the truth. Since 2015, data volumes–and data sources–have continued their explosive growth. The total amount of data generated in a year is estimated to have increased eightfold since 2015, and the diversity of channels through which people communic
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Survey says AI is rolling into the profession sooner rather than later. The post 73 Percent Of Lawyers Expect To Be Using Generative AI Next Year… But To Do What Exactly? appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Guidance on artificial intelligence's implications for patent law, which the White House has directed the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to produce, could illuminate important issues, according to attorneys, but the tight timeline and evolving technology might limit what the office can say.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Sometimes you just have to take care of your mental health. The post Go Ahead And Take That Mental Health Day Off From Your Biglaw Job — You Aren’t The Only One 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
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled on Thursday that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ( ATF) lacked authority to adopt a final rule aimed at limiting “ghost guns,” weapons parts kits that can be put together to create a firearm without having to register it. The case is an appeal from the US District Court for the Northern District of Texas.
ClimateChange-ClimateLaw
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Last week, the New York State Supreme Court for New York County dismissed Glen Oaks Village Owners v. City of New York , a 2022 lawsuit brought by a group of cooperative apartment and other building owners seeking to invalidate Local Law 97 of 2019 , New York City’s building performance standard to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the City’s largest buildings.
LawSites
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
“The future is already here – it’s just not very evenly distributed.” No doubt, you’ve seen that William Gibson quote countless times. But it seems particularly pertinent to the 2023 Future Ready Lawyer Survey Report published this week by Wolters Kluwer, the fifth edition of this annual report. After all, the very premise of the report is that some law firms and legal departments are more “future ready” than others.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
First rule of keeping a tax professor on staff -- don't play with their money. The post Northwestern Law Prof Sues School Over Subpar Salary appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
The US Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Tuesday in a case challenging a federal law that prohibits individuals subject to a domestic violence court order from owning a gun. The case, US v. Rahimi , marks the first challenge to gun control measures since a case from last year imposed a new framework to assess whether firearm restrictions impede on an individual’s rights under the Second Amendment of the US Constitution.
ClimateChange-ClimateLaw
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Sabin Center for Climate Change Law Submits Amicus Brief on Climate and Human Rights to Inter-American Court On Friday, November 3, 2023, the Sabin Center submitted an amicus curiae brief to the Inter-American Court of Human Rights in the matter of the Request for Advisory Opinion on climate law, human rights, and climate science. This submission responds to the Request for Advisory Opinion presented by the Republic of Colombia and the Republic of Chile, focusing on the intersection of the clima
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Two energy companies allege that Winston & Strawn bungled two intertwined contracts involving the purchase of Southern California oil and gas wells, leading the two…
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission says more than 100 patents from 10 biopharma companies are improperly listed in the FDA’s official publication of approved products. Such listings delay generic competition, which reduces consumer choice and keeps prices high, the regulator said.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
A federal jury in Maryland convicted Baltimore’s former top prosecutor Marilyn Mosby on Thursday on perjury charges. The jury found Mosby was guilty of falsifying financial duress claims in order to withdraw funds from a retirement fund. A jury in the US District Court of Maryland convicted Mosby on two federal perjury counts after she falsely claimed financial hardship from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Patently O
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Guest post by Menaka Hampole , Assistant Professor of Finance, Yale School of Management, Francesca Truffa , Postdoctoral Scholar, Stanford Graduate School of Business, Ashley Wong , Assistant Professor of Economics, Tilburg University. This post is part of a series by the Diversity Pilots Initiative , which advances inclusive innovation through rigorous research.
LawSites
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Legal tech startups: Don’t miss out! Friday is the deadline to apply for a spot in the Startup Alley competition at the American Bar Association’s TECHSHOW 2024 , which takes place in Chicago Feb. 14-17, 2024. Out of all the entries received, 15 startups will be selected to participate in a live pitch competition that will be the opening event of this year’s TECHSHOW.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Who will be the winner of our fourteenth annual law-related Halloween costume competition? The post ATL’s Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest: The Finalists (2023) 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
NOVEMBER 5, 2023
The US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit vacated a preliminary injunction on Friday against the Illinois assault weapon ban passed earlier this year. This allows the ban to go into effect. Circuit Judge Diane Wood authored the 2-1 majority opinion of the court. Wood noted that, under the precedent of the Supreme Court case New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
LawSites
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Following the recent death of Monica Bay , longtime editor-in-chief of Law Technology News and an icon in the legal tech community, many have asked me about memorial services. I can now report that two services have been scheduled, one in San Mateo, Calif., and one in Manhattan. Here are details: San Mateo: Thursday, Nov. 30, 11:30 a.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn, 2000 Bridgepointe Circle.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
It's rare for something like this to happen, but more senior associates than usual are being sought out by law firms for lateral opportunities. The post Senior Associates In High Demand Amid Staffing ‘Scramble’ 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
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