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3 Traits of a Rockstar Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

There are so many traits, skills, and habits that make for a successful paralegal career. In this blog, I want to dive into three traits we haven’t discussed yet: accountability, professionalism, and perseverance. We’ll explore why these are three traits of a rockstar paralegal and give you actionable strategies for developing them throughout your paralegal career.

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Can Marketing Make Your Law Firm Vulnerable to Cyberattacks? Absolutely

Attorney at Work

The marketing objective is to get clients. The cybersecurity objective is to keep your data safe. Those two objectives are often at odds with one another. The post Can Marketing Make Your Law Firm Vulnerable to Cyberattacks? Absolutely appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Nothing Will Be Certain For Biglaw This Year — Except Lots Of Layoffs

Above The Law

Law firms just don't need all of these lawyers anymore. The post Nothing Will Be Certain For Biglaw This Year — Except Lots Of Layoffs appeared first on Above the Law.

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Contract Staffing: 3 Ways ALSPs Can Support Your Law Firm in Uncertain Times

Attorney at Work

Tower Legal CEO Leslie Firtell says contract staffing will grow in importance this year. The post Contract Staffing: 3 Ways ALSPs Can Support Your Law Firm in Uncertain Times appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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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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2023 is the Year of New Consumer Rights

Diane Drain

New Consumer Law Rights Taking Effect in 2023 National Consumer Law Center “NCLC”, summarizes significant changes in the consumer rights laws. This NCLC article lists federal and state consumer law rights scheduled to go into effect or expire, during the period from November 17, 2022, through December 31, 2023. Other consumer law changes will be enacted later in 2023 and will go into effect in 2023; this article lists changes whose effective dates have already been scheduled.

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It Turns Out ChatGPT Wouldn’t Be The Best Law Student…

Above The Law

But as we all know, Cs still get degrees! The post It Turns Out ChatGPT Wouldn’t Be The Best Law Student… appeared first on Above the Law.

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World’s First Robot Lawyer Shorts Out

Above The Law

Tech dork defeated by gatekeepers and/or his own overweening ego. The post World’s First Robot Lawyer Shorts Out appeared first on Above the Law.

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Brazil to investigate claims of Indigenous genocide under Bolsonaro government

JURIST

Brazil’s Minister of Justice and Public Security Flavio Dino Monday said he would open an investigation with the Federal Police into the alleged genocide perpetrated against the Indigenous Yanomami people of the Amazon. The investigation stems from allegations that the right-wing government of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro perpetrated the genocide.

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Report: Native Americans Significantly Overrepresented In US Prisons 

The Crime Report

A recent report released by the MacArthur Foundation’s Safety and Justice Challenge reveals a significant overrepresentation of Native American people in the U.S. prison system, which worsens in states with larger native populations. According to the report, Native American people are incarcerated 38 percent over the national average and are overrepresented in the prison populations of 19 states compared to other races and ethnicities.

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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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Lawyers seek flexibility when choosing technology, industry report shows

ABA Journal

Over the past few years, the legal industry has undergone significant changes, in large part driven by the adoption of technologies needed to maintain operability…

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IRS Agents Are The Ideal Kind Of Law Enforcement: They Target The Rich And Don’t Shoot Black People

Above The Law

Rich people who underreport their income account for the vast majority of the taxes that are owed but unpaid in America. The post IRS Agents Are The Ideal Kind Of Law Enforcement: They Target The Rich And Don’t Shoot Black People appeared first on Above the Law.

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Canada settles Indigenous residential school class action lawsuit for $2.8B

JURIST

The Canadian government Saturday announced a $2.8 billion settlement to conclude a 325-member class litigation launched by Indigenous Canadians affected by the country’s condemned residential school program, which sent 150,000 children into 139 residential schools from the late 1800s to the 1990s. The settlement money will be placed in a not-for-profit trust to “support healing, wellness, education, heritage, language, and commemoration activities.” The trust will be administered by

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An Update on AI Inventorship and Authorship Cases

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch In 2022, the Federal Circuit held that an invention is only eligible for a US patent if a human conceived of the invention. Thus, no patents for invention wholly conceived by artificial intelligence. Thaler v. Vidal , 43 F.4th 1207 (Fed. Cir. 2022). Thaler’s petition for writ of certiorari to the US Supreme Court would have been due last week, but Thaler was able to obtain an extension with the petition now being due March 19, 2023.

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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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Can a chatbot earn a JD? This one averaged C-plus on law school exams

ABA Journal

An artificial intelligence tool called ChatGPT averaged a C-plus on exams at the University of Minnesota Law School, according to four law professors who gave…

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We’re Still Mad, Actually: An Open Letter To The Legal Profession From A COVID-19 Bar Examinee

Above The Law

Make no mistake, our experience was nothing like the bar exams of the past. The post We’re Still Mad, Actually: An Open Letter To The Legal Profession From A COVID-19 Bar Examinee appeared first on Above the Law.

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Honolulu agrees to make transit accessible in disability lawsuit settlement

JURIST

The Honolulu municipal government signed a settlement agreement on Tuesday to improve paratransit for people with disabilities. This agreement was in response to a complaint in violation of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Honolulu’s city and county government run a public paratransit known as The Handi-Van service for people with disabilities who cannot use the fixed route bus service.

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Jack Daniels vs Bad Spaniels: Funny Jokes and Free Speech

Patently O

It is hard for me to believe that the US Supreme Court is hearing the case of Jack Daniels vs Bad Spaniels. For those who don’t know, Jack Daniels is a form of Whiskey. VIP Products makes and sells a squeaking dog toy known as “bad spaniels.” The setup here is a humorous parody, but JD is not laughing. Jack Daniels sent a cease-and-desist letter to VIP who then filed a declaratory judgment action in Arizona.

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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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Law is the most stressful profession, newspaper’s analysis finds

ABA Journal

The most stressful occupation in the United States is being a lawyer, according to an analysis by the Washington Post of data from the U.S.

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IL State Officials Sued for Allowing Foster Children to Languish in Juvenile Detention

The Crime Report

The Cook County public guardian is suing Illinois child welfare officials for allowing foster children to remain locked up in juvenile detention even after they’ve been ordered released — a problem that has only gotten worse, an Illinois Answers Project investigation found last year. At issue is the inability of the state’s Department of Children and Family Services’ to find appropriate placements for children with behavioral health and emotional problems that often stem from their histories of

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European Court of Human Rights: Ukraine and Netherlands cases against Russia are partly admissible

JURIST

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) Thursday ruled that applications made by Ukraine and the Netherlands against Russia alleging multiple violations of the European Convention on Human Rights(ECHR) are partly admissible. The three applications pertain to the ongoing conflict in the Donbas region of Ukraine and the downing of Flight MH17. Two complaints were brought by Ukraine and one was brought by the Netherlands.

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John Eastman Lawyer Defends Client In Bar Complaint: ‘He’s Not Rasputin’

Above The Law

Maybe work on the beard. The post John Eastman Lawyer Defends Client In Bar Complaint: ‘He’s Not Rasputin’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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In veterans’ benefits case, court says Congress chose a firm rule over a flexible standard

SCOTUSBlog

Share In its first opinion of the 2022-23 term, the Supreme Court unanimously held on Monday that a one-year timeframe for military veterans to apply for retroactive disability benefits is a firm deadline that cannot be extended under a doctrine known as “equitable tolling.” The court found equitable tolling would be inconsistent with Congress’ intent for setting effective dates for veterans’ benefits.

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Children Born of Rape Will Be Victims in Landmark UK ‘Daisy Law’

The Crime Report

The United Kingdom announced last week that the “Daisy Law’ will be included in the country’s forthcoming Victim’s Law. The landmark piece of legislation will allow children born of rape to be recognized as “victims” of crime. Adding the Daisy Law to UK’s new Victims Law will make the UK one of the first countries to give the right of victimhood to those born under the circumstances of rape, directly into federal law.

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Colombia government to continue ceasefire peace talks with ELN rebels in Mexico in February

JURIST

Colombia and the National Liberation Army ( ELN ) rebel group Saturday released a joint statement saying that they will resume peace talks in Mexico next month, in response to the government recently declaring, and then subsequently calling off, a bilateral ceasefire. These talks have been in process since last year, with the goal of bringing an end to the nearly six decades of war between the two sides.

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Yale Law School Had So Much Fun The First Time, They’ve Brought Recognized Hate Group Back To Campus!

Above The Law

What could possibly go wrong? The post Yale Law School Had So Much Fun The First Time, They’ve Brought Recognized Hate Group Back To Campus! appeared first on Above the Law.

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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