Paralegal Bootcamp

OCTOBER 30, 2024

I’ve worked with micromanagers throughout my career. It’s not easy. One of the things that I learned about micromanagers is that you can’t change them. Instead, you have to change how you think and maybe what you do. Try these tips if your attorney is a micromanager. 1. Reduce their perceived need to micromanage. First, look at your productivity and track record with this person to ensure you’re not doing anything inadvertently to give the micro-manager more reason to hover.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Tell me you don't understand this industry without telling me you don't understand this industry. The post ChatGPT Exec Says AI Will Replace $2000/Hr Paralegals… Who Wants To Tell Her? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Four months later is better than not at all. The post Biglaw Associates Are Getting Ready For A Big Payday appeared first on Above the Law.

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NCBA

OCTOBER 30, 2024

By Lakisha Chichester I entered the paralegal field in 2011 as a mid-career pivot. I was juggling school, working an entry-level paralegal job, and raising school-aged kids. The thought of taking time off or traveling for a conference was not on my to-do list, but I did wonder if attending conferences might pay off in […] The post Invest in Your Career: Why Attending Paralegal Conferences Pays Off first appeared on NCBarBlog.

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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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Above The Law

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Biglaw associates definitely didn't forget about the Milbank summer bonuses, and they're expecting to make BANK come bonus season. The post Biglaw Associates Are Billing Hours In Bulk, Hoping For Special Bonuses On Top Of Regular Bonuses appeared first on Above the Law.

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ALPS

OCTOBER 31, 2024

One of the scariest trends we have seen at ALPS is the increasing prevalence of insurance carriers suing defense counsel hired to defend the carriers’ insureds. Every attorney reading this is likely familiar with the tri-partite relationship between a liability insurance carrier, its insured, and a defense counsel hired by the carrier. While this concept likely first appeared soon after companies in the United States began offering liability insurance in the late 19th century, in recent years ma

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JURIST

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Canada’s Office of the Special Interlocutor on Tuesday concluded that the government committed systemic disappearance to Indigenous children who died and were buried at residential schools. Kimberly Murray outlined 42 legal, moral and ethical obligations for governments, churches, and other institutions to address the dark chapter in Canadian history.

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Paralegal.edu

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Most hiring decisions are not arrived at quickly, but there is no one-size-fits-all answer to determine exactly how long it will take. Hiring is a multi-step process. It includes screening, interviewing, and communicating with candidates. Before making a final decision, hiring managers will interview more than one candidate to compare their skills, experience, and cultural fit.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 31, 2024

It turns out Sam Alito hates the Constitution as much as you thought he did. The post Sam Alito Got Knighted… Just Like The Founding Fathers EXPLICITLY MADE UNCONSTITUTIONAL appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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LawSites

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In a coincidence of timing that reflects how legal professionals are wrestling with issues around generative artificial intelligence, the supreme courts of Delaware and Georgia issued orders within a day of each other last week relating to the use of AI in the courts and by legal professionals. On Oct.

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JURIST

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Commonwealth leaders from 56 countries announced on Saturday that they will discuss the possibility of reparations from the UK for its role in the transatlantic slave trade. The schedule for the meeting was released during the biennial Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, stating that the leaders will “play an active role in bringing about such inclusive conversations,” referring to discussions on reparatory justice regarding the trans-Atlantic trade and chattel enslavement

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ABA Journal

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A federal judge had inherent power to impose a $1.05 million sanction against a Maryland law firm for asking state courts to order an end to U.S. district court litigation, a federal appeals court ruled last week.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 30, 2024

After the FDA delayed the approval of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD, there’s still a way forward for psychedelic medicines, experts said at HLTH. The post What’s Next for Psychedelic Medicines? appeared first on MedCity News.

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LawSites

OCTOBER 29, 2024

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JURIST

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The US Supreme Court issued an order on Wednesday permitting the state of Virginia to continue to remove voters from its election rolls with just five days until the federal election. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) filed the lawsuit against Virginia in early October, alleging that since the state has been removing voters so close to the federal election, it violates the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA).

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SCOTUSBlog

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Share The Supreme Court will hear an important First Amendment case on Jan. 15, 2025. During their January argument session, which begins on Jan. 13 and continues until Jan. 22, the justices will also consider questions involving the Americans with Disabilities Act, federal laws prohibiting false statements to influence financial institutions, and claims under the Fourth Amendment of excessive force by police.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 30, 2024

But don't you dare criticize them for abusing the shadow docket! The post SCOTUS Warms Up For Election By Allowing Illegal Purge Of Virginia Voters appeared first on Above the Law.

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LawSites

OCTOBER 28, 2024

At the Everlaw Summit in San Francisco last week, the annual customer conference of the e-discovery company Everlaw, founder and CEO AJ Shankar delivered a keynote address in which he announced the general availability of three generative AI features the company first introduced last year and had been developing in beta ever since.

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JURIST

OCTOBER 28, 2024

UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, expressed shock over severe human rights violations committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Saturday, after the Sudan Doctors Network and United Nations confirmed major attacks launched by the paramilitary group. The attacks were committed in Sudan’s Aj Jazirah State between October 20 and 25, 2024.

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SCOTUSBlog

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Share The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. The Supreme Court has taken a lot of action on relisted cases since our last installment. The court granted review of three cases concerning the appropriate venue for challenges to certain kinds of Environmental Protection Agency decisions, as well as one case addressing the factors a sentencing judge can consider when revoking

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Take a wild guess. The post ‘Bezos Could Do For The Media What Musk Did For Free Speech,’ Says Law Professor Unironically appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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ABA Journal

OCTOBER 28, 2024

New York residents can’t carry handguns in sensitive locations and must show evidence of good moral character when applying for a concealed-carry license.

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JURIST

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, urged on Wednesday for a “process of truth and healing” following the recent student protests and resignation of the prime minister in Bangladesh. During his visit to Bangladesh, the High Commissioner for Human Rights highlighted the need for accountability. He stated the importance of “truth-seeking processes, reparations for victims, initiatives to memorialize and preserve the history, and guarantees of non-recurrence.&#

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LLRX

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Elizabeth Sweetland reviews: Meredith Broussard, More than a Glitch: Confronting Race, Gender, and Ability Bias in Tech (MIT Press 2023). 248 Pages. Available from MIT Press, Barnes and Noble and Amazon.

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Above The Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Students should not consider attending law school merely because a law degree can lead to a stable income. The post Many Law School Applicants Should Consider Careers In Finance appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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