Paralegal Bootcamp
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
If you haven’t done any paralegal pro bono work, you could be missing out. Paralegal pro bono work can reap many benefits for your paralegal career as it opens the door to unique experiences, allows you to be a part of something bigger than yourself, and lets you gain new skills and exposure to more cases. Prefer to Listen Instead of Read? Have you ever been inside a prison?
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Section 230 may not prove as useful as it has in the past. The post Get Ready For The Blue Checkmark Lawsuits appeared first on Above the Law.
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Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Wendy Merrill | If you haven't recently reviewed and documented expectations of associates, partners or staff, it is time to do so. The post The War for Talent: Great Expectations appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
It's like he went and passed the bar exam behind our backs! The post Where Did Elon Musk Get All Of His Legal Training? appeared first on Above the Law.
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Why does it take 20-40 hrs. to create a compliant legal brief? TypeLaw analyzed 10,000+ briefs to determine the anatomy of the average brief—how many words, paragraphs, citations to the record, and more. See the research results in this infographic.
The Estrin Report
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
By Chere B. Estrin. It’s here again. Oh, yes. That stressful, anxiety ridden, white knuckling 30 minutes guaranteed to make your palms sweat, heart race and chest tighten followed by a sense of impending doom surrounding your otherwise well-being. Yes, I am talking about the performance review. We’ve all been through it. Some were good, some were bad.
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Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Meyling Ly Ortiz | Almost everything is fixable if you catch it early enough. The post How to Handle a Mistake as a Young Lawyer appeared first on Attorney at Work.
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
The U.S. midterm elections took place on the backdrop of surging gun violence and in a year scarred by high-profile mass shootings. And though exit polls indicated that abortion rights and inflation were the top motivating issues for voters, views toward guns also played a significant role. Indeed, a survey by Edison Research found that around 1 in 10 voters listed gun policy as their top concern.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The merger offers the potential to lift other firms up along the way. The post Biglaw Firm Merging With Minority-Owned Boutique To Create Coast-To-Coast Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 12, 2022
On Saturday, Australia’s Minister for Home Affairs and Cyber Security Clare O’Neil announced the formation of a multi-agency task force to combat cyber crime. Called the Joint Standing Operation (JSO), the task force will merge the efforts of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), an agency of the Defense Department.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Jamie Spannhake | Why is it so hard to figure out what we want? Let's take a new approach. The post 5 Ways to Figure Out What You Want appeared first on Attorney at Work.
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
A leak of the president of the police officers’ union for the Berkley Police Department texts shows alleged racially insensitive remarks and calls for arrest quotas sending the department in disarray, Noah Goldberg reports for the Los Angeles Times. . City officials confirmed that Sgt. Darren Kacalek, the union president, was placed on administrative leave Wednesday.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The scheme started in New York but became a complex international endeavor as the two men attempted to launder money received from fraudulent Medicare claims for cancer drugs during the pandemic.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Thursday announced terrorism charges against Gérald Nicolas, a 51-year-old resident of Lévis, Quebec. The RCMP allege that he planned a terrorist act to overthrow the Haitian government. The charges follow an investigation by the Integrated National Security Enforcement Team, which revealed that Nicolas planned to stage an armed revolution in Haiti and ultimately seize power.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
Jay Harrington | A growth mindset, manifested through daily business development activity, is the lead domino for achieving your long-term career goals. The post Get Serious About Business Development and Start Taking Action (Even If It’s Imperfect) appeared first on Attorney at Work.
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Plaintiffs lawyer Jay Edelson told Reuters that he is researching whether Twitter could be sued for giving blue check marks to fake accounts that misled…
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Yale is finally letting Harvard have its moment in the sun. The post Yale Law School Pulls Out Of U.S. News Rankings Like Michael Jordan Skipping Slam Dunk Contest appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
Several FBI documents were released by the New York Times Saturday highlighting an effort by the FBI in 2020-2021 to secure and deploy the Pegasus spyware. Pegasus spyware, developed by the NSO Group , is a zero-click hacking tool that can invade a target’s mobile phone and extract messages, photos, contacts, messages and video recordings. Numerous governments, both autocracies and democracies, have purchased and deployed Pegasus in recent years.
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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
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
David and Karen Skinner | It’s easier than you think to create a library of SOPs that capture the processes you use every day in your practice. The post SOP Magic: Making Your Law Firm’s Processes Actionable With Legalboards appeared first on Attorney at Work.
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Three former NYPD cops pleaded guilty to a bribery scheme while a former New Orleans police officer pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a 15-year-old crime victim in a rough week for law enforcement criminal misconduct. . Two NYPD officers brought damaged vehicles to a tow truck company operated by a former NYPD cop in exchange for bribes. According to the Department of Justice , all three officers have pleaded guilty to the scheme this week. .
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Courts are cool with pretextual stops. As long as a cop can make up a reasonably good excuse for pulling someone over, they can start casting their lines in hopes of bigger fish. Given enough time and b t, cops can often talk people into warrantless roadside searches. But the pretext needs to be reasonable. And, […]. The post Immunity Denied To Deputies Who Tried To Turn Muscular Dystrophy Into Reasonable Suspicion appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The Swedish Riksdag Wednesday adopted a constitutional amendment regarding anti-terrorism – a key demand from Turkey in Sweden’s quest to join NATO. The amendment passed with 278 votes in favor out of a 349-seat parliament and makes it easier to introduce laws to limit the freedom of association for those who engage in or support terrorism. The Riksdag standing committee on constitutional affairs recommended approval of the proposal, claiming it will enable more criminal measures which wil
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?
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
A former law firm associate at Pryor Cashman and a public-interest lawyer have been disbarred following their guilty pleas for conspiring to toss a…
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Here’s what more than 500 associates from firms of all sizes have to say. The post What Do Associates Think Of The New Normal? appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The US District Court for the Nothern District of Florida Thursday blocked part of a Florida law that limits what professors at public universities can believe about racism and sexism. Chief Judge Mark Walker condemned the blocked provisions, stating: The law officially bans professors from expressing disfavored viewpoints in university classrooms while permitting unfettered expression of the opposite viewpoints.
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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.
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