Above The Law
AUGUST 5, 2024
'The commitment that we have as water polo referees is so big, and then it's like I'm billing 2,000 hours-plus a year,' she said. The post Biglaw Paralegal Makes History At 2024 Paris Olympics appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 6, 2024
Most major practice areas experienced growth in the second quarter of 2024, leading to “a significant resurgence in the financial health of law firms,” according…
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Above The Law
AUGUST 6, 2024
Happy clients don’t leave. And if they are unhappy, we don’t want to compel them to stay. The post Why Law Firms Hate – And Leave – Their Managed Service Providers appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
AUGUST 6, 2024
As a master scuba instructor, I’ve learned how to prepare for the unexpected, overcome fears and practice patience, and each of these skills – among the many others I’ve developed – has profoundly enhanced my work as a lawyer, says Ron Raether at Troutman Pepper.
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Law 360
AUGUST 7, 2024
Six retailers including department store giant Target will go to trial in 2025 on claims that Visa and Mastercard overcharged them, a Manhattan federal judge said Wednesday, explaining that he arbitrarily chose from among 60 plaintiffs in a long-running, multibillion-dollar antitrust battle.
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Above The Law
AUGUST 5, 2024
Don't look now, but clients seem increasingly at home with firms offering a lower price point. The post Litigation Growth Continues Flowing Away From Top Am Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 4, 2024
A senior Turkish government official confirmed on Friday that Türkiye authorized Ethiopia to use Turkish-made drones, which have been involved in several attacks that have caused numerous civilian casualties. In January 2022, a targeted drone attack on a primary school caused the death of at least 59 civilians. Generally, if drones are used in scenarios of international military conflicts, their operation must adhere to the principle of distinction in international law.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
AUGUST 9, 2024
Generally speaking, most law firm intake systems need a whole heck of a lot of work. But, while many law firms lose leads through their client journey, that probably could have been converted – there is one thing that law firms usually get right, in the intake process. Law firms tend to generate short initial intake forms, which is great – because legal consumers don’t want to jump through a lot of hoops before they’re allowed to talk to their potential attorney.
The Estrin Report
AUGUST 9, 2024
By Tina M. Johnson The days, weeks, months and years have passed for this probate and tax paralegal who has over 24 years of experience helping clients craft sophisticated legacy plans and assist with death and taxes as part of administering an Estate and/or Trust. Dealing with death and taxes is often a heavy burden for countless clients. Follow me on a trip down memory lane… and learn why being a probate paralegal is a wonderful thing and a key tool for attorneys.
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Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.
Above The Law
AUGUST 9, 2024
Elon thinks it's an antitrust violation for companies not to give him money. because he's an idiot. The post Elon Musk’s ‘It’s Unlegal For Advertisers Not To Give Me Money’ Lawsuit Drives Defendant Out Of Business appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 8, 2024
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reinstated a claim brought by landlords on Wednesday who argued that the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) nationwide eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic constituted a “taking” under the Fifth Amendment , entitling them to compensation. This decision reversed a previous judgment by the US Court of Federal Claims in Darby Development Company v US that had dismissed the lawsuit against the moratorium.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
AUGUST 9, 2024
Any divorce lawyer, if they could get to a client when they were about to get married , would advise a prenup. Similarly, and more relevant to the current topic, any business or corporate attorney would tell any partners in a business venture, to make sure to sign a partnership agreement or operating agreement before joining together. The thesis for both scenarios is pretty similar , in that i t presumes the ‘ un’happy ending – which no one wants to think about before starting a new journey, eve
LawSites
AUGUST 8, 2024
The Supreme Court of Texas this week gave preliminary approval to rules that would allow the delivery of legal services in certain circumstances by licensed legal paraprofessionals and licensed court-access assistants who are not lawyers.
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A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.
Above The Law
AUGUST 5, 2024
It's a day that ends in 'y' so there's more news about Clarence Thomas taking luxury gifts and covering it up. The post Clarence Thomas Has Forgotten More Vacations Than You’ll Ever Know appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 8, 2024
UN experts in Geneva issued a press release urging the Australian government to immediately fulfill its commitment to compensate the families of 39 murdered victims of war crimes in Afghanistan in adherence to International Human Rights Law (IHRL) and International Humanitarian Law (IHL) on Wednesday. A military inquiry that was conducted in 2020 indicated that when the Australian soldiers were deployed in a NATO-led International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan in 2012, the soldiers k
Law 360
AUGUST 9, 2024
Traditional leadership styles frequently amplify the inherent pressures of legal work, but a few simple, time-neutral strategies can strengthen the skills and confidence of employees and foster a more collaborative culture, while supporting individual growth and contribution to organizational goals, says Benjamin Grimes at BKG Leadership.
LawSites
AUGUST 5, 2024
Ever wonder how much coffee gets consumed at a week-long legal tech conference? Well, with ILTACON, the annual conference of the International Legal Technology Association, set to convene this weekend in Nashville, organizers plan to serve some 1,500 gallons of the caffeinated brew.
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Selecting and implementing CLM technology can be daunting, leading to underutilization or abandonment. Factors like provider differentiation, inadequate planning, and lack of user training contribute to these failures. Recognizing these pitfalls is crucial for successful adoption, ensuring organizations harness the full potential of CLM for streamlined contract management.
Above The Law
AUGUST 6, 2024
Apparently this is something we needed to say out loud in 2024. The post ABA Asks Cops To Pretty Please Stop Lying To Children To Extract Bogus Confessions appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 5, 2024
The District of Columbia’s Court of Appeals rejected a First Amendment challenge to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), which penalizes unauthorized access to copyrighted material and limits the scope of “fair use” exceptions. Filed by Judge Nina Pillard, the decision stated that while the First Amendment protects the right to read, it does not guarantee unrestricted access to all reading materials one might desire.
Law 360
AUGUST 8, 2024
The Ninth Circuit refused Thursday to rethink a split panel decision affirming certification of a damages class of potentially millions of advertisers who were allegedly deceived about Facebook's "potential reach" tool, rejecting Meta Platforms Inc.'s warnings of unchecked fraud class actions.
Intelligize Blog
AUGUST 6, 2024
As advancements in artificial intelligence transform industries and create new opportunities for corporations, concerns about transparency and the risks of AI innovations continue to grow. These worries have prompted shareholder activists to step in as a first line of defense for investors against the potential adverse effects of AI. In a new report , Intelligize examined activists’ efforts with several prominent companies and whether they are delivering the desired results.
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CLM tools have always strived to push contract management into the digital age for almost 30 years. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous. The current scenarios in business development have shown that having a fully automated CLM has become a mandate for every law firm and in-house legal department. To determine if you need a CLM system, it's essential to clearly identify the on-ground business challenges you aim to solve.
Above The Law
AUGUST 8, 2024
More than 700 hospitals across the rural U.S. are at risk of closing due to their financial woes — and for more than half of these hospitals, the risk of closure is immediate, according to a new report. The report argued this is due largely to inadequate reimbursement from health plans. The post Why More Than 30% of Rural Hospitals Are at Risk of Closure appeared first on MedCity News.
JURIST
AUGUST 4, 2024
Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chairman of the US Senate Special Committee on Aging, on Thursday introduced the Residential Recovery for Seniors Act , which seeks to expand access to care in residential treatment facilities for seniors recovering from substance abuse disorders. Addiction among older Americans is on the rise , prompting Congress to take action now to ensure those over 65 can afford the treatment they need.
Law 360
AUGUST 8, 2024
Recent rulings show that counsel should engage in early discussions with clients regarding the potential of hyperlinked documents in electronically stored information, which will allow for more deliberate negotiation of any agreements regarding the scope of discovery, say attorneys at Sidley.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
The Boston City Council’s failure to invite the Satanic Temple to deliver an invocation before its meetings did not violate the First Amendment, a federal…
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Above The Law
AUGUST 5, 2024
He's attacking Court reform, despite wide support for the proposals. The post Bill Barr Is Big Mad Over A Supreme Court Ethics Code appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 7, 2024
23 states have either renewed or amended their declarations of intervention in the ongoing International Court of Justice (ICJ) case brought by Ukraine against Russia concerning allegations of genocide in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, according to a Tuesday ICJ press release. Six states have maintained their original declarations without adjustments while eight states have submitted amended declarations.
Law 360
AUGUST 8, 2024
BlackRock has tapped its chief operating officer for the Asia-Pacific region to become the firm's global head of compliance, with the investment giant's current head of global compliance planning to retire from the firm, according to an internal company memo.
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