Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 6, 2020
Proofreading Tips. We are not all naturals at proofreading. It’s not something they teach in most paralegal certificate programs or even in college. They teach you how to write, but not how to proofread your writing. Proofreading is a skill, and like most other skills, it is one that can be improved over time. Here’s a quick 2-minute video to remind you of some important steps to include when you are proofreading your work.
Paralegal.edu
AUGUST 6, 2020
Skepticism. Acceptance. Preference. Necessity. The advancement of distance education at Center for Advanced Legal Studies. Over the past 15 years, we have witnessed the rise of distance education and its progression from being viewed with skepticism to acceptance, from acceptance to preference, and now, from preference to necessity. In 2006, no one at Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) imagined that in little more than a decade we would go from having a few hundred campus-based paralegal s
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CourtTechBulletin
AUGUST 6, 2020
Earlier this year we shared news about the Online Courtroom Project. The two-day online trial was held June 26 and 27, 2020. The findings were captured in a report posted on July 15, 2020. Read more ».
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
AUGUST 1, 2020
Law firms have traditionally hewn to an hourly billing model; and, in doing so, have been reticent to quote legal consumer s anything outside of an hourly rate. Of course, tha t’s of little comfort for legal consumers, who already think that attorneys are expensive and greedy, to be told that they will be charged a high billable rate until. the case is done , whenever that is.
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.
The Estrin Report
AUGUST 3, 2020
Join us for a dynamic free webinar! 5 Steps to Avoid Age Discrimination - How to get employers to avoid your age and focus on your talents and abilities. August 14th @10am Pacific/12pm Central/1pm EST. Don't miss this all important webinar! Register today for this free and informative webinar: [link] What people are saying about Estrin Legal Staffing webinars: "Awesome webinar!!!!!
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JayS.Rothman&Associates
AUGUST 3, 2020
Women can face various types of unfair treatment in the workplace that should not be tolerated. One form of discrimination unique to women is pregnancy discrimination. Though the Pregnancy Discrimination Act was passed over 40 years ago, many women still find themselves with the short end of the stick when it comes to starting a family and navigating their career.
SCOCAblog
AUGUST 4, 2020
Overview California has two legislative bodies: the electorate and the legislature. Practical experience and separation-of-powers theory teach that two political actors simultaneously wielding the same governmental power is a recipe for disaster. Conflict is inevitable, and the greatest risk is a problem known as cycling: when two actors share a power, policy issues can cycle repeatedly between the actors and never be resolved.
The Estrin Report
AUGUST 3, 2020
Join us for a dynamic webinar: Learning Vacuum Aug. 12 - 10 AM Why are associates, paralegals and legal professionals not learning as effectively during COVID-19? Because the usual way of learning by osmosis has been suspended, while everyone works at home. The ‘incidental’ learning, such as junior lawyers listening in to their senior colleague’s phone calls and meetings, is just not happening in quite the same way.
A People's Choice
AUGUST 6, 2020
In this article, we provide FREE links to the most common forms required to probate an estate in California. Whether you are probating a small estate, a large estate, or a spouse's estate, you can use these legal documents in your probate case. Plus, you may be able to use some of them to avoid probate altogether! Read on to learn more about how to find and use free California probate forms, and how A People's Choice can be of assistance.
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.
Blenderlaw
AUGUST 6, 2020
Professor Osamudia James, who previously served as vice dean for three years, assumed her new position as associate dean for diversity, equity, and community on August 1, 2020. Professor William Bratton, the incoming de la Cruz-Mentschikoff Endowed Chair in Law and Economics, begins teaching in the spring. Professors Pablo Rueda-Saiz and Jarrod Reich joined Miami Law on July 1, 2020.
JayS.Rothman&Associates
AUGUST 3, 2020
Women can face various types of unfair treatment in the workplace that should not be tolerated. One form of discrimination unique to women is pregnancy discrimination. Though the Pregnancy Discrimination Act was passed over 40 years ago, many women still find themselves with the short end of the stick when it comes to starting a family and navigating their career.
SquirePattonBoggs
AUGUST 5, 2020
This post arrives (along with many more) thanks to Zach Young , a Cincinnati native and rising 2L at Stanford Law School, where he studies as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar. He will be contributing to the Sixth Circuit Appellate Blog regularly this summer. An old clerk’s tale refers to the arrival of Florence Allen (1884-1996) to her Sixth Circuit chambers in 1934.
A People's Choice
AUGUST 5, 2020
If you run a business that operates to benefit community members or another designated group of individuals, you may be eligible to form a nonprofit. Forming a nonprofit allows you to obtain tax exemption status and may come with additional benefits for your organization. Read on to learn more about how to form a nonprofit in California, and how A People's Choice can help.
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Nolo's Blog
AUGUST 6, 2020
Google recently settled a class-action lawsuit over its now-defunct Google+ social media service. This social network, designed to compete with Facebook, had a software glitch that potentially exposed the personal information—including names, email addresses, occupations, and ages—of up to 500,000 users since 2015. Google discovered and fixed the problem in 2018, but initially decided not to go public with it.
NewYorkCourtWatcher
AUGUST 3, 2020
More Aftermath of Scalia's Dreadful Oregon v. Smith Opinion We've previously discussed how New York's highest court, when deciding Catholic Charities v. Serio in 2006, did so with the Supreme Court's 1990 decision in Oregon v. Smith as a backdrop.
A People's Choice
AUGUST 6, 2020
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a cheap California bankruptcy attorney. In fact, attorney fees for even the simplest bankruptcy typically start at $750! Luckily, filing bankruptcy is a very easy process that almost never requires legal advice. Therefore, by hiring a bankruptcy petition preparer to help with your paperwork, you can save hundreds of dollars!
A People's Choice
AUGUST 7, 2020
Unless a birth parent agrees to a stepparent adoption, that individual's parental rights will need to be terminated in order for the adoption to continue. If a stepparent files a petition to terminate parental rights, they will need to provide the court with evidence that the parent abandoned the child or is absent from the child's life. However, if the biological father in unknown, the court may not require a hearing.
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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.
A People's Choice
AUGUST 5, 2020
Parents and grandparents who have trouble visiting their children or grandchildren may choose to petition the court for visitation rights. Usually, unless a parent is abusive or threatening to a child, the court will grant the parent visiting rights. Also, there are specific circumstances under which grandparents may be granted these rights. Read on to learn more about guardianship visitation rights and how a legal document assistant can help with the process.
A People's Choice
AUGUST 5, 2020
When it comes to estate planning, everyone should have the proper legal documents in place to ensure their property and assets are distributed according to their wishes upon death. However, there are a plethora of estate planning forms, and it can be difficult to know which is best for you. Therefore, it's important to educate yourself on what each document means.
A People's Choice
AUGUST 5, 2020
While all divorces take at least six months to finalize, divorce does NOT have to be a lengthy process. Believe it or not, some divorces can be delayed due to a lack of urgency by your attorney! On the other hand, disputed matters such as child support and alimony can also slow down the process. However, when you work with a legal document assistant, we have no reason to delay, as all of our services are a flat fee!
A People's Choice
AUGUST 5, 2020
Filing a simple Chapter 7 bankruptcy with an attorney can cost between $1500 and $2500! So what are you supposed to do if you need to file bankruptcy and cannot afford to hire representation? Luckily, you do NOT need an attorney to complete this process. Plus, understanding how and why people file bankruptcy will help you have a clearer image of how to complete the paperwork on your own.
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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