Above The Law
JUNE 15, 2022
Where does your firm stand when it comes to salary increases? Get all the latest updates here. The post 2022 Is Almost Halfway Over: Has Your Law Firm Raised Salaries Yet? appeared first on Above the Law.
Paralegal Brief Submitted Articles
JUNE 17, 2022
Are you new to the paralegal profession? Have you been a paralegal for years? Read the top 10 things we're glad have changed for legal professionals.
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The Crime Report
JUNE 15, 2022
Anyone who is pessimistic about the chances of grappling successfully with the spike in violent crime in the past year might take comfort from the experience of Newark, New Jersey’s largest city. Long a textbook example of how violence, race and policing intersect, Newark has experienced a 50 percent decrease in homicides since 1990. Some of Newark’s good fortune can be traced to the impact of the federal consent decree initiated in 2016 on the city’s police.
Attorney at Work
JUNE 17, 2022
Asking for help is crucial to your success, both personally and professionally. Here are five ways to get better at asking for it and accepting it. Lawyers are expected to always know the answers, handle the pressure and not make mistakes. Wow! No wonder our jobs can cause us so much stress! Even when we are meeting these unrealistic expectations, we can benefit from letting others help us.
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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
Paralegal Bootcamp
JUNE 13, 2022
If you want to transfer to the litigation department at your firm, or you want to find a new position as a litigation paralegal even though you’ve been working in another practice area, how do you do that? Can you do that? Yes. Last week, I received an email from a paralegal who was trying to decide if she should join the Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp , which is only open for enrollment until June 16th.
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Paralegal.edu
JUNE 15, 2022
If you have a criminal past, you have likely encountered difficulties re-entering the workforce or obtaining a professional position. A career change or job search with a conviction can be challenging. However, many find success! They can and do enter the legal field, despite the limitations a criminal record presents. Any part of a candidate’s background that violates accepted social standards or involves dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or violence may impact interviewing and hiring decisions.
Attorney at Work
JUNE 16, 2022
As a sports fan, I always like reading about “coaching trees.” Coaching trees are like family trees but they show how one coach produced other successful coaches who went on to other teams. While there is some disagreement about who has generated the greatest tree, many will point to Bill Walsh, one of whose early “branches” was Mike Holgren, whose own branches produced Andy Reid and Jon Gruden.
Above The Law
JUNE 17, 2022
Great job, Florida! The post Ron DeSantis Handing Law Firms Millions In Public Dollars To Handle Unnecessary, Symbolic Cases appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 16, 2022
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) Wednesday announced Kevin Seefried and his son Hunter Seefried were found guilty “ of felony and misdemeanor charges for their actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol breach.” Both were “ found guilty of the felony offense of obstruction of an official proceeding” and four misdemeanors, “including entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds; disorderly and disruptive conduct in a Capitol Building; disorderly conduc
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
JUNE 13, 2022
Whether we like it or not, automated, driverless vehicles are quickly becoming a reality and a norm in our society.
Attorney at Work
JUNE 13, 2022
Commonplace books are an old-school hack. Old school as in Marcus Aurelius used one. Seneca and Leonardo da Vinci swore by them. I use one, and I remember making calls on a party line. Commonplace books are not diaries, and they’re not exactly journals. They don’t record your thoughts as much as thoughts by other people. Quotes. Snatches of conversation.
The Crime Report
JUNE 17, 2022
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed two bills ( HB 4631 and HB 4632 ) that expand civil forfeiture at airports, making it much easier for law enforcement to seize, and permanently keep, cash and other valuables from travelers without requiring a conviction, Forbes reports. While Michigan did reform its civil forfeiture laws less than three years ago by approving a criminal conviction provision for airport seizures, it only applied to cases where the owner fought back in court (a costly and
JURIST
JUNE 17, 2022
Uk Home Secretary Priti Patel Friday approved the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the United States. The Magistrates Court and High Court considered US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s extradition request and determined that extradition is not “oppressive, unjust or an abuse of process” and is not “incompatible with [Assange’s] human rights, including his right to a fair trial and to freedom of expression.” .
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Modern trial practice has evolved beyond basic organization. With technology reshaping courtrooms and attorneys expecting more than ever, paralegals need to elevate their capabilities while mastering the fundamentals of trial excellence. This comprehensive guide from Steno, built from author Joe Stephens' real-world experience as both a practicing attorney and law professor, provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional trial support in today's complex legal environment.
Above The Law
JUNE 17, 2022
Shutting up is FREE! The post John Eastman Spills The Deets On His Pal Ginni appeared first on Above the Law.
Attorney at Work
JUNE 14, 2022
I listened to my favorite legal podcast as I traveled to my destination. (Not saying the podcast name, but here’s a hint: Figure it out FOR YOURSELF.) In discussing an ERISA case, the host talked about a former NFL player’s claim for “fulsome” benefits. Ouch! I involuntarily shuddered when I heard the term. He meant “full.”. “Fulsome” is one of those problematic words that, like a contranym , requires context to understand what the speaker or writer is trying to say.
ABA Journal
JUNE 17, 2022
Suspended lawyer Michael Avenatti entered a guilty plea in California federal court Thursday in connection with stealing millions of dollars from four clients.
JURIST
JUNE 11, 2022
The Federal Council of Switzerland Friday adopted the newest European Union (EU) sanctions against Russia and Belarus. While Switzerland is not a member of the EU, it has multiple bilateral treaties with the bloc. The EU’s sixth package of sanctions includes an oil embargo, which prompted the Federal Council to commission a study of the economic consequences of imposing the oil embargo.
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Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.
Above The Law
JUNE 17, 2022
Prison to Law Pipeline project gets first JD candidate. The post Woman Serving Life Sentence Admitted To Law School appeared first on Above the Law.
CourtTechBulletin
JUNE 15, 2022
This one-year project will provide state and local courts an opportunity to learn from and improve upon pandemic-era best practices and to create permanent changes to their hearing practices. Grants will be awarded to 10 to 20 jurisdictions to support the cost of technology equipment and installation of the equipment in at least one courtroom in the jurisdiction, integration with existing systems (when appropriate) and technical assistance to support preliminary operation of the equipment.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JUNE 14, 2022
There are lots of directory profiles for businesses online, including many built specifically for lawyers. But, none is more important than Google’s, because it perpetually owns real estate on the first page of the most popular search engine on the planet. You know Google: they own the first most popular search engine (Google), as well as the second most popular search engine: YouTube.
JURIST
JUNE 11, 2022
Tunisian President Kais Saied has caused serious harm to judicial independence in the country by granting himself the absolute authority to dismiss judges summarily by decree and quickly firing 57 of them , said 10 human rights organizations in a joint press release on Friday. The organizations called Decree 2022-35 an assault on the rule of law, and asked for its immediate revocation and reinstatement of judges dismissed under its provisions.
Speaker: Andrew Klein
Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!
Above The Law
JUNE 17, 2022
Will the committee ask Ginni all the questions we're eager to hear about? The post The Spotlight’s About To Get Real Bright On Ginni Thomas appeared first on Above the Law.
The Process Street
JUNE 13, 2022
What if I told you that the organization powering 35% of the internet’s websites is fully remote? Automattic has a remote workforce based in 75 countries. You might be asking how such a successful business can be fully remote. That’s where Automattic’s remote framework guide sheds some light. Many people underestimated the power of remote work – until the global pandemic forced everyone to stay indoors.
Patently O
JUNE 17, 2022
By Paul R. Gugliuzza, Temple University Beasley School of Law; Jonas Anderson, American University Washington College of Law; and Jason Rantanen, University of Iowa College of Law. This is the second in a new series on venue transfer requests and mandamus at the Federal Circuit. Litigants shouldn’t get to choose the judge who decides their case. To us, that seems like an uncontroversial proposition.
JURIST
JUNE 16, 2022
Human Rights Watch (HRW) Thursday urged members of the African Union (AU) to take drastic steps to protect young girls and women. The report was released on the AU’s the Day of the African Child. Among the concerns raised by HRW are child marriage, free education for children, and allowing pregnant girls and young women in school. The theme for this year’s Day of the African Child is “Eliminating Harmful Practices Affecting Children: Progress on Policy and Practice since 2013.&
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
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