Paralegal Bootcamp

APRIL 13, 2023

What is an Indispensable Paralegal? An indispensable paralegal is an essential member of the team. It doesn’t mean that you are the only person on the team who knows where something is or how something is done. That doesn’t make someone indispensable. That just makes someone tired and stressed out from working long hours. Some of the words that attorneys use to describe their indispensable paralegal include: My Rockstar Paralegal My Superstar Paralegal Our MVP My Right-Hand Person I want to cl

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 10, 2023

Mark C. Palmer | Q: "I’ve been trying out ChatGPT, and it’s pretty impressive! Before I start using it for legal writing, research or other tasks, what ethical pitfalls might I watch out for when using such a tool? The post Ethical Pitfalls When Using ChatGPT appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Above The Law

APRIL 13, 2023

One of the suckiest things about being an adult is having to look for work. The post Is This Déjà Vu All Over Again? appeared first on Above the Law.

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ALPS

APRIL 13, 2023

At ALPS, we strongly encourage you to use engagement letters — so much so that if a claim is made against you and handled under certain policy forms, ALPS will reduce your deductible if your file contains an engagement letter. It is also worth taking some time to ensure that you and the client are on the same page. Below are a couple of examples of legal malpractice cases in which having a proper engagement letter could have assisted in the defense of the claim.

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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.

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LawSites

APRIL 13, 2023

A few days ago, The New York Times declared, “ A.I. Is Coming for Lawyers.” With GPT-4 having passed the bar exam and legal tech companies launching AI-based legal assistants , it sometimes seems that the potential for AI in law is limitless. But what about that most basic of a lawyer’s tasks — formatting citations to comply with the style of The Bluebook ?

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The Crime Report

APRIL 12, 2023

Check the list of the ten men most recently exonerated in Massachusetts. All but one was wrongfully convicted in Suffolk County. (Boston and adjacent cities.) All but one is Black. All were sentenced to life in prison. Most were sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole. Succinct accounts of each of their cases are available through links maintained by the National Registry of Exonerations.

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 12, 2023

Neville Pokroy | Hiring a Fractional CMO can be a game changer for small and midsize law firms. The post Does Your Law Firm Need a Fractional CMO? appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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L4SB

APRIL 13, 2023

A registered agent is a mandatory requirement for any business that has been incorporated in the United States. This individual, or entity, serves as the point of contact between the.

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JURIST

APRIL 13, 2023

Human Rights Watch Thursday released a report documenting the unlawful detention and torture of Kherson residents by Russian forces, which took place during their occupation of the Ukrainian city between March and November 2022. The report details numerous war crimes committed by Russian forces, including the willful mistreatment, torture, and killing of civilians and captured combatants.

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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.

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LDA PRO

APRIL 14, 2023

Are you a landlord struggling with problematic tenants? Do you need eviction help for landlords? Eviction may seem like the only solution, but it’s essential to understand the eviction process. From serving notice to obtaining a court order, you may think the process is complicated and overwhelming. In this blog post, we’ll provide a comprehensive guide to eviction help for landlords, including legal considerations, tips for avoiding eviction, and strategies for dealing with challeng

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Above The Law

APRIL 10, 2023

We should expect 'Supreme' Jurists to have 'Supreme' Ethics. Is that really too much to ask? The post Thomas Responded To His Paper Trail Of Law Breaking With ‘My Friends Said It Was Okay.’ We Should Expect Better Of Our Judiciary. appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

APRIL 11, 2023

Maine lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow aspiring lawyers to skip law school if they study under a supervising attorney for two years.

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JURIST

APRIL 9, 2023

Togo’s National Assembly Thursday voted in favor of extending a state of security emergency in the Savanes region for another year. The measure follows a recent increase in incursions from terrorist groups near the country’s northern borders. The measure, authorized by Togolese National Assembly President Chantal Yawa Djigbodi Tségan , is a further extension to President Faure Gnassingbé’s initial state of emergency decreed in June 2022.

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SCOTUSBlog

APRIL 14, 2023

Share The False Claims Act has for decades been the government’s primary anti-fraud statute. The Department of Justice has used the law to recover more than $70 billion since 1986, largely in cases related to health care and defense contracting. Under the FCA, a defendant is liable for submitting a false claim to the government for payment if it acted “knowingly,” which the statute defines as acting with actual knowledge, deliberate ignorance, or reckless disregard.

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Above The Law

APRIL 14, 2023

He's a charmer! The post After P **g Off Every Federal Judge In DC, Peter Navarro Will Finally Have To Cough Up Government Docs He Stole appeared first on Above the Law.

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 10, 2023

Shari Lee Sugarman | advice on how to network effectively regardless of where you’re at on your career path. The post Local Networking at Every Stage of Your Legal Career appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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JURIST

APRIL 12, 2023

Twelve environmental groups Tuesday joined to sue the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and EPA Administrator Michael Regan over pollution guidelines set forth earlier this year. The groups alleged that the EPA’s Effluent Guidelines Program Plan 15 (Plan 15), issued in January 2023, failed to tighten limits on the release of toxins in wastewater from industrial facilities, including oil refineries and plastic manufacturing plants.

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APRIL 12, 2023

International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea: Latest News, [link] On December 12, 2022, the Commission of Small Island States on Climate Change and International Law (COSIS) requested the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) issue an advisory opinion on the State Parties’ obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) to prevent, reduce, and control pollution of the marine environment from climate change, and to protect and preserve the marine en

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Above The Law

APRIL 13, 2023

Here's the legal dystopia we were all expecting. The post Debt Collectors Can Use AI To File Lawsuits To Harass People appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

APRIL 11, 2023

Five women who are continuing the legacy of the first female lawyer in America will receive the 2023 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award…

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JURIST

APRIL 11, 2023

The UN Tuesday said they are forced to make an “appalling choice” on whether to continue operations in Afghanistan since the Taliban government decided to ban women from working for the UN. The Taliban’s decision to ban women workers from the UN is the latest development in the Taliban’s ongoing crackdown on women, who have already been banned from higher education as well as domestic and international nongovernmental organizations (NGOs).

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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.

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SCOTUSBlog

APRIL 14, 2023

Share In 1948, Justice William O. Douglas wrote in a majority opinion that the deportation of noncitizens was “a drastic measure and at times the equivalent of banishment or exile.” On Monday, the court will hear argument in a pair of cases, Pugin v. Garland and Garland v. Cordero-Garcia , involving whether a federal law that allows the government to deport noncitizens convicted of “an offense relating to obstruction of justice” applies even to cases that are not connected to open investigations

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Above The Law

APRIL 10, 2023

The data was reportedly left unsecured for six months. The post Major Biglaw Firm Suffers Cyber Security Breach Of Mergers & Acquisitions Data appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

APRIL 10, 2023

During the recently completed Legalweek 2023 , artificial intelligence dominated the conversation. Not everyone agreed on how legal professionals should—or could—use it.

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JURIST

APRIL 11, 2023

Vietnamese journalist and activist Nguyen Lan Thang’s Wednesday goes to trial on charges of “conducting anti-state propaganda,” after being arrested July 5, 2022 for his reporting on protests and human rights violations. Should he be found guilty, Nguyen faces up to 12 years in prison. Nguyen, who contributed to US government-funded Radio Free Asia as well as his own personal YouTube and Facebook pages, was charged in relation to 12 “anti-state” videos Nguyen had po

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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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