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Transfer Portal: Sharing Files Securely is a Piece of Cake Now

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

If you’re still sharing files with clients, referral sources and other attorneys, via email attachment – or, heaven forfend: fax! – you need to step up your game. Email is an inherently unsecure technology; so, if you’re sending confidential information via email, you need to secure that information, by encrypting it – at the document level, or at the system level.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Trial Preparation | Casefleet

CaseFleet

Thorough trial preparation is a cornerstone of legal success. In the intricate world of litigation, every detail matters, and meticulous planning can make the difference between winning and losing a case. This guide delves into the complexities of trial preparation, offering a step-by-step approach, comprehensive checklists, and practical tips to streamline your process.

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Who Owns Your Time?

Above The Law

Family law and patent law have many parallels, including the emotional element that drives many of the cases each field deals with. The post Who Owns Your Time? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Saudi Arabia appoints first ambassador to Syria since 2012

JURIST

On Sunday, Saudi Arabia appointed Dr Faisal Al-Mujfel as its first ambassador to Syria since relations were severed in 2012. This appointment comes after Saudi Arabia reopened its embassy in Syria earlier this year. The diplomatic ties between Saudi Arabia and Syria initially deteriorated following the outbreak of the Syrian civil war in 2011, sparked by the crackdowns on popular protests.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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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Sum Certain: Cashflow Projections Build Confidence for Lawyers

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Law firm revenue usually has an ebb & flow to it, especially when you talk about firms that rely on hourly billing. Most attorneys would probably say that their revenue is pretty unpredictable. The only problem with that thesis is that it’s not entirely true. Law firms can design some assumptions about what they’ll make by utilizing revenue projections.

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Not All Equity Partners Are Paid The Same

Above The Law

The gap is growing between the highest and lowest paid equity partners. The post Not All Equity Partners Are Paid The Same appeared first on Above the Law.

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Evaluating Generative AI for Legal Research: A Benchmarking Project

LLRX

It is difficult to test Large-Language Models (LLMs) without back-end access to run evaluations. So to test the abilities of these products, librarians can use prompt engineering to figure out how to get desired results (controlling statutes, key cases, drafts of a memo, etc.). Some models are more successful than others at achieving specific results.

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Biglaw Firms Have ‘Embraced’ Hybrid Office Attendance Policies, Leaving Employees ‘Satisfied’ With Working Conditions

Above The Law

Biglaw attorneys finally seem to be in a happy place when it comes to law firm office attendance policies. The post Biglaw Firms Have ‘Embraced’ Hybrid Office Attendance Policies, Leaving Employees ‘Satisfied’ With Working Conditions appeared first on Above the Law.

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Kosovo ratifies deal to lease jail cells to Denmark

JURIST

Kosovo’s parliament approved on Thursday a deal to lease 300 jail cells to Denmark as aid to the Scandinavian country’s overcrowded prisons problem. Signed in 2021 , the deal only became a treaty in April 2024. It excludes Danish nationals and mentally-ill convicts and allows only foreigners convicted in Denmark to be sent to Kosovo. The draft was introduced in front of lawmakers by the Minister of Economy Artane Rizvanolli and voted 86-7, with no abstentions.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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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Navigating Probate Sacramento With Confidence: The Services Of LDA Pro Legal

LDA PRO

The experience of losing a loved one is extremely emotional. When faced with the legal process of settling their estate through Probate Sacramento , the added stress can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, LDA Pro Legal can be your trusted partner throughout these challenging times. In this entire blog, you will explore the valuable services LDA Pro Legal offers to guide you efficiently and affordably through probate in California.

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Supreme Court rules for NRA in First Amendment dispute

SCOTUSBlog

Share The Supreme Court on Thursday reinstated a lawsuit by the National Rifle Association, alleging that a New York official violated the group’s First Amendment rights when she urged banks and insurance companies not to do business with it in the wake of the 2018 shooting at a Florida high school. In a unanimous decision by Justice Sonia Sotomayor , the justices agreed that the NRA had made out a case that Maria Vullo, then the head of New York’s Department of Financial Services, had gone too

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European Defense Fund Invests In ‘Bodyguard’ Satellite Development To ‘Counteract’ Orbital Threats

Above The Law

The project is designed 'to increase Europe’s independence and superiority in space,' the EDF's two-page fact sheet says. The post European Defense Fund Invests In ‘Bodyguard’ Satellite Development To ‘Counteract’ Orbital Threats appeared first on Above the Law.

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UN intellectual property agency approves first global treaty on intellectual property, genetic resources and traditional knowledge

JURIST

Member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization ( WIPO ) approved a groundbreaking new treaty relating to intellectual property, genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge on Friday at a diplomatic conference in Geneva. The objective of this Treaty is to enhance the efficacy, transparency and quality of the patent system, and prevent patents from being granted “erroneously” for inventions that are not novel or inventive regarding genetic resources and tradit

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Stanford Will Augment Its Study Finding that AI Legal Research Tools Hallucinate in 17% of Queries, As Some Raise Questions About the Results

LawSites

Stanford University will augment the study it released last week of generative AI legal research tools from LexisNexis and Thomson Reuters, in which it found that they deliver hallucinated results more often than the companies say, as others have raised questions about the study’s methodology and fairness.

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Justices reinstate death sentence for Arizona man

SCOTUSBlog

Share By a vote of 6-3 along ideological lines, the justices ruled that a federal appeals court was wrong when it ordered post-conviction relief for Danny Lee Jones, who contended that his Sixth Amendment right to have adequate representation by his lawyer was violated during the sentencing phase of his trial. Jones was convicted and sentenced to die in 1993 for the brutal murders of three people: Robert Weaver, Weaver’s seven-year-old daughter Tisha, and Katherine Gumina, Weaver’s grandmother.

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What Can Fashion Brands Do To Protect Themselves In The Secondhand Market?

Above The Law

When Chanel won its trademark infringement case against What Goes Around Comes Around (and $4 million in statutory damages), it sent ripples – and warnings – through the resale market. Here's what legal experts have to say about it. The post What Can Fashion Brands Do To Protect Themselves In The Secondhand Market? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Kenya launches public hearings into alleged human rights violations by British troops

JURIST

The Kenyan Parliament has launched four public hearings into alleged human rights violations committed by UK troops stationed in the country, with the first two hearings taking place in Laikipia County on Tuesday. The next hearing took place Wednesday morning in Samburu County, and the last will occur on Thursday morning in Laikipia. This follows the high-profile murder of Agnes Wanjiru, a 21-year-old mother found in a septic tank in Nanyuki in 2012.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

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Breaking: Investment Firm KKR Acquires Majority Ownership of CLM Company Agiloft

LawSites

I am running out the door, but this news just broke. Here is the unedited announcement: KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that a fund managed by KKR has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Agiloft (“the Company”), a trusted global leader in data-first contract lifecycle management (“CLM”).

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Announcement of opinions for Thursday, May 30

SCOTUSBlog

Share On Thursday, May 30, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about opinion announcements. The post Announcement of opinions for Thursday, May 30 appeared first on SCOTUSblog.

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Federalist Society’s Leonard Leo Shows Contempt For Subpoena

Above The Law

He does have a lot of friends in some very high places. The post Federalist Society’s Leonard Leo Shows Contempt For Subpoena appeared first on Above the Law.

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Taiwan president calls for cooperation following days of China military drills

JURIST

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te called on China to work with the island to ensure regional stability on Sunday, following two days of Chinese war games near the island. The call for cooperation came amidst growing aggression towards Taiwan in recent days, with China undertaking two days of military drills surrounding Taiwan over the weekend. China said they intended the drills to punisht for what it perceives as “separatist acts” by the self-governed island, as well as a test o

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegal's Playbook

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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American Arbitration Association Acquires ODR.com and Mediate.com to Expand Online Dispute Resolution

LawSites

In a move designed to expand its products for online dispute resolution, the American Arbitration Association has acquired ODR.com, a company that builds ODR systems, and its parent company, Resourceful Internet Solutions Inc. (RIS), which also owns Mediate.com, Arbitrate.com and Ombuds.org.

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Unlocking the secrets to successful process serving

OneLegal

Ensuring successful process service can be challenging. At One Legal, we provide strategic tips and innovative tools to enhance your success rates. The post Unlocking the secrets to successful process serving appeared first on One Legal.

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Washington Post Knew About Alito’s Flag Three Years Ago But Just… Didn’t Tell Anybody

Above The Law

The Post's excuse for not running this story is bad, but it's the inevitable side effect of the Supreme Court's structure. The post Washington Post Knew About Alito’s Flag Three Years Ago But Just… Didn’t Tell Anybody appeared first on Above the Law.

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SCOTUS unanimously backs NRA on First Amendment ruling

JURIST

The Supreme Court decided Thursday that government officials cannot indirectly suppress free speech through coercion, reinforcing their previous decision in Bantam Books, Inc. v. Sullivan. Justice Sotomayor, writing for a unanimous court, said a government official “can share her views freely and criticize particular beliefs, and she can do so forcefully in the hopes of persuading others to follow her lead.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

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