Attorney at Work
JANUARY 4, 2024
OpenAI's Prompt Guide for ChatGPT and other LLMs contains a wealth of knowledge to up your game. The post A Gift for Lawyers in the New Year: OpenAI’s Prompt Guide for ChatGPT appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Law 360
JANUARY 4, 2024
As the legal landscape shifts, it’s become increasingly clear that the BigLaw business model must adapt in four key ways to remain viable, from fostering workplace flexibility to embracing technology, say Kevin Henderson and Eric Pacifici at SMB Law Group.
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Law 360
JANUARY 4, 2024
In 2023, companies grappled with an unprecedented array of data privacy and cybersecurity challenges that are likely to continue in 2024, meaning businesses will be well-served to incorporate strategies, such as data governance and website configuration, into their compliance programs, say Steven Stransky at Thompson Hine and Violet Sullivan at Crum & Forster.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JANUARY 3, 2024
For lawyers who engage with the buying public – which is just about every lawyer, whether they’re working with consumers o r businesses – workshops can be a great way to build a client and referral base, as well as solidifying an attorney’s expertise. Estate planning lawyers for example, have success running workshops, and often include related professionals, like financial planners.
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JURIST
DECEMBER 31, 2023
The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit temporarily stayed a district court’s preliminary injunction on Saturday that blocked a California law that prohibits concealed carry permit holders from carrying firearms in most public places. In a two-page order, the court paused the district court injunction pending the resolution of the appeal.
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Above The Law
JANUARY 4, 2024
There are now more women in law school than ever before. The post Women Continue To Make History When It Comes To Law School Enrollment appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
DECEMBER 31, 2023
The Internet changed the way lawyers communicate, but it otherwise made only modest changes in the nature of legal work. Generative AI will be a tsunami. Can or should the American Bar Association and other bar associations attempt to influence the development and regulation of AI, to steer it in particular directions? Since the past can be prologue, it’s worth considering a previous attempt by the organized bar to grapple with another revolutionary technology.
Above The Law
JANUARY 3, 2024
Do law firms recognize the gravity of the challenges they’re facing? The post How 160 Legal Tech Decision-Makers Are Combating Cybersecurity Threats appeared first on Above the Law.
Above The Law
JANUARY 3, 2024
This shouldn't be a radical idea, but in Biglaw it is. The post Biglaw Firm To Offer Reduced Work Schedule — With Reduced Pay, Of Course appeared first on Above the Law.
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Attorney at Work
JANUARY 5, 2024
Joe Pirrotta | For those resolving to adopt AI this year, here are practical tips to help that resolution stick. The post 5 Resolutions for Adopting AI in 2024 appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 2, 2024
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India in a press release Sunday that 43 individuals allegedly involvement in attacks at the Indian High Commission in London and at the Indian Consulate in San Francisco have been identified. The individuals have been recognized as “Khalistan supporters” who demand the creation of a majority Sikh separatist state, known as Khalistan, in the Punjab region of India.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Fishermen go to Supreme Court saying they may lose family business over federal regulation; Case challenges 1984 Chevron ruling that requires judges to defer to federal agencies”: Alex Swoyer and Stephen Dinan of The Washington Times have this report. The post “Fishermen go to Supreme Court saying they may lose family business over federal regulation; Case challenges 1984 Chevron ruling that requires judges to defer to federal agencies” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
JANUARY 3, 2024
Professor Steven Calabresi defends Clarence Thomas as 'incorruptible.' Bad satire or has he lost his damn mind? The post Clarence Thomas Can Take Bribes Because He Grew Up Poor, Declares Professor appeared first on Above the Law.
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
JANUARY 3, 2024
Ruth Carter | The annual blogger survey results reveal what types of blog posts yield the best results. The post Mastering the Art of Blogging: Key Insights and Strategies for Lawyers from Orbit Media’s Annual Blogger Survey appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
DECEMBER 31, 2023
US federal Judge Stephen Locher on Friday blocked key provisions of SF 496 , an Iowa law prohibiting school libraries from distributing books containing LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues. Judge Locher stated that the law “sweeps so broadly,” that more than 500 books, including literary classics and self-help books, faced removal. Iowa claimed that the selection of books contained in a library constituted “government speech.” Under the governmental speech doctrine , the go
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Michael Avenatti asks 2nd Circuit to dump conviction for cheating Stormy Daniels; The disbarred California attorney says his wire fraud and identity theft convictions should be reversed because of the trial judge’s ‘prejudicial’ instructions to jurors”: Josh Russell of Courthouse News Service has this report. You can access the audio of today’s oral argument before a three-judge panel of the U.S.
Above The Law
JANUARY 2, 2024
The Chief's federal judiciary's year-end report may as well have been generated by ChatGPT. The post John Roberts Once Again Uses Judiciary’s Annual Report To Express His Utmost Contempt For The Public appeared first on Above the Law.
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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
ABA Journal
JANUARY 2, 2024
Updated: A boutique law firm alleges that Winston & Strawn infringed its copyright by filing a motion to dismiss that has a “striking resemblance” to…
JURIST
JANUARY 2, 2024
A federal appeals court on Monday temporarily blocked Mississippi officials from creating a state-run court in part of the majority-Black capital city of Jackson. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals granted an administrative stay to the NAACP and other plaintiffs to block enforcement of Mississippi House Bill 1020 (HB 1020), which establishes the new court, until January 5.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Uber’s Consumer Contract Faces Hostile Massachusetts High Court; Company claims pop-up arbitration agreement is enforceable; Victim of car crash asks court to green light $60 million lawsuit”: Allie Reed of Bloomberg Law has this report. You can view the video of today’s oral argument before the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts via this link.
Above The Law
JANUARY 5, 2024
A bipartisan group of senators sent a letter to HHS asking it to rethink its appeal of a recent federal district court decision that limits the use of “copay accumulators” — which are programs insurers use to prevent medication copay assistance from counting toward patients’ deductibles or out-of-pocket maximums.
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
JANUARY 4, 2024
A federal judge in New York criticized consumer lawyer Spencer Sheehan as she tossed his proposed class action lawsuit claiming that Tide misleads consumers with…
JURIST
DECEMBER 30, 2023
The Media Freedom Coalition (MFC) released a statement on Friday calling attention to media freedom in Hong Kong. The MFC is a partnership of 50 countries formed in 2019 that advocates media freedom and the safety of journalists. The statement expresses the MFC’s deep concern at the “Hong Kong and mainland Chinese authorities’ continued attacks on freedom of the press and their suppression of independent local media in Hong Kong” As per the statement, the prosecution of media w
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Pa. Superior Court’s Next Leader Looks Ahead to Looming Challenges in Coming Years; ‘The other big challenge that I’m particularly attuned to is making sure that we are developing a lot of younger attorneys who are capable and proficient at oral argument,’ Lazarus said”: Aleeza Furman of The Legal Intelligencer has this report.
Above The Law
JANUARY 5, 2024
From the look-who's-(capable-of)-talking-(without-fear-of-being-fined) dept. The post Federal Court Says First Amendment Protects Engineers Who Offer Expert Testimony Without A License appeared first on Above the Law.
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