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Paralegal Billable Hours – The Important Numbers

Paralegal Bootcamp

Numbers You Should Be Tracking. If you are a paralegal working in a law firm with an annual billable hour requirement, there are a few numbers that you should be tracking every month. They are the numbers that management tracks. I know, it’s stressful enough to meet those paralegal billable hour targets, PLUS meeting all of those work deadlines, NOW I’m asking you to add something else on top of your already-crammed day?

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With Protections Expiring, Millions are in Danger of Losing Their Home

Diane Drain

With Protections Expiring, Millions are in Danger of Losing Their Home. by: Jann Swanson Mortgage News Daily, Mar 2 2021, 9:17AM (Reprint for education purposes only). What happens to homeowners and landlords when the federal, state, and local protections put in place during the pandemic go away? The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is warning that the answer is hanging in the balance.

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What is a Probate Referee in California?

A People's Choice

If you are settling an estate through the probate process, most likely you will need a probate referee. The role of a probate referee is to appraise property in the estate. A probate referee is a professional, usually an attorney, a certified public accountant, or a person with several years of professional experience in property appraisal. [.]. To read the complete article, please click on the link What is a Probate Referee in California?

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UN expert on North Korea urges Security Council to act on allegations of human rights violations

JURIST

A UN expert urged the Security Council Wednesday to take action on allegations of human rights violations in North Korea. Tomas Ojea-Quintana, the UN Special Rapporteur for North Korea, spoke at the 43rd session of the UN Human Rights Council, where he stated that such claims should be referred to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for prosecution. “[A commission] concluded that crimes against humanity have been committed and continue to be committed in the DPR Korea,” Ojea-Quint

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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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Court of Appeals of Alaska Finds the 12 Step Drug Recognition Evaluation Protocol is Scientific Evidence Subject to the Daubert Standard

EvidenceProf Blog

What is a drug recognition evaluation (DRE)? The DRE protocol, which is also known as the Drug Influence Evaluation, consists of twelve steps: (1) a breath alcohol test to rule out alcohol as the source of the driver's impairment; (2).

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Ediscovery Tool for Paralegals

Paralegal Bootcamp

MEET & CONFER CHECKLIST FOR LITIGATION PARALEGALS. As a litigation paralegal, part of your case management duties may include getting the attorney ready for the Rule 26 Conference (the “Meet and Confer”). This ediscovery process checklist will help you get the attorney organized and ready for this important case deadline. 1. Preservation.

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Myanmar arrest warrant issued for Mandalay lawyer who condemned military coup as illegal

JURIST

JURIST EXCLUSIVE – Law students filing for JURIST in Myanmar reported Saturday that an arrest warrant has now been issued for U Tun Kyi, the outspoken Mandalay lawyer who publicly denounced the military coup as illegal in videos posted to the internet in early February, shortly after the army deposed civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi. U Tun Kyi is one of several pro-democracy lawyers sought by the authorities.

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Tenth Circuit Rejects Defendant's Argument That Trial Judge Should Have Played Implicit Bias Video to Prospective Jurors

EvidenceProf Blog

In my new article, "The Constitutional Right to an Implicit Bias Jury Instruction," I make the argument that a defendant should have the right to have the jury instructed not hold his race against him, just as a defendant has.

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Courts on the Go

CourtTechBulletin

Legal technology writer Molly McDonough posted an article about the Utah Outreach Court ( [link] ). That court takes a courtroom to the litigants, in some instances to the homeless person's campsite, using a repurposed mobile command center vehicle and tents. Read more ».

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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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Senate Judiciary holds hearing on “dark money” and Supreme Court

SCOTUSBlog

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse has been talking about anonymous political donations and the Supreme Court for a long time. Now, Whitehouse is using his new position as the chair of a key Senate subcommittee to bring more attention to the issue. The senator on Wednesday held. The post Senate Judiciary holds hearing on “dark money” and Supreme Court appeared first on SCOTUSblog.

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Myanmar: 15 law students still detained by military junta; another recalls flight from police and soldiers after Mandalay protest

JURIST

JURIST EXCLUSIVE – Law students reporting for JURIST in Myanmar said Tuesday that 15 law students from four different universities are still being held by Myanmar authorities in the wake of protests that have swept the country since the military displaced the civilian government effectively led by Aung San Suu Kyi on February 1. Six of the detained law students are from the University of Yangon, 5 are from Dagon University, 3 are from East Yangon University, and 1 is from Yadanabon Univers

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Supreme Court of Oregon Finds Prosecutor Violated Defendant's Right to an Impartial Jury by Implying He Had Other Evidence of Guilt

EvidenceProf Blog

The rules of evidence prevent parties from presenting a variety of different types of evidence, such as hearsay, character evidence, and evidence of the victim's sexual history. But can a prosecutor tell jurors that he's bound by those rules, implying.

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You Have a Reverse Mortgage: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities

Diane Drain

You have a reverse mortgage: Know your rights and responsibilities. Publication from Consumer Financial Protection Bureau “CFPB” Reverse mortgages can be a nightmare, leaving your spouse evicted from their home once the signing spouse dies. This in-depth guide teaches current reverse mortgage borrowers about their rights and responsibilities under a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage loan.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Misused Common Legal Terms: Don’t Make These Mistakes

My Paralegal Place

Misusing a word can be embarrassing (looking at you, person who says “irregardless“) but misusing common legal terms when you work in the legal industry can actually harm your career. This is especially true if you are applying for a new job in the legal profession, whether it be an […]. The post Misused Common Legal Terms: Don’t Make These Mistakes appeared first on.

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US Senate passes bill to control Confucius Institutes on college campuses

JURIST

The US Senate on Thursday unanimously passed an Act to impose limitations on Confucius Institutes situated on college campuses. The Confucius Act, sponsored by Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana, governs cultural organizations “directly or indirectly” funded by the Chinese government. Confucius Institutes hold cultural events, teach Chinese, and sponsor trips to China on college campuses.

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The Difference Between the Federal & South Carolina Rules on the Scope of Cross-Examination

EvidenceProf Blog

Today, I was teaching Federal Rule of Evidence 611 and was reminded of the difference between subsection (b) in the federal rules and its South Carolina counterpart. Federal Rule of Evidence 611(b) states that Cross-examination should not go beyond the.

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Make Sure your Patent Application is “DIRECTED TO” a Specific Technological Solution

Patently O

Enco Systems, Inc. v. DaVincia, LLC (Fed. Cir. 2021) [ ENCO ]. Judge Stephen Limbaugh (E.D. Mo.) sided with the accused infringer DaVincia– holding that the claims of ENCO’s U.S. Patent No. 7,047,191 are invalid under 35 U.S.C. § 101 as directed to an abstract idea. On appeal, the Federal Circuit has affirmed. U.S. Patent No. 7,047,191 claims a method of providing captioning in an audio-visual signal using speech-to-text processing.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

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.

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How to Build a Successful Go-to-Market Strategy

The Process Street

A go-to-market (GTM) strategy is the way in which a company brings a product or service to market. No matter how good your idea is, you need a go-to-market strategy. Why? Because statistically speaking, your business is more likely to fail than succeed. In fact, if you’re a startup, your chance of failure is a dreary 90%. That’s not to say that your idea isn’t a brilliant one, or that you haven’t got what it takes to bring it to market.

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Germany cabinet launches bill to strengthen rights protection in global supply chains

JURIST

Germany’s cabinet on Wednesday launched the bill for the Act on Corporate Due Diligence in Supply Chains (or Supply Chain Act) aimed at strengthening the protection of human rights, health and the environment in German companies’ global supply chains. The bill mandates German companies with at least 3,000 employees to comply with supply chain standards throughout the manufacturing process by analyzing human rights-related risks, taking measures to prevent and mitigate human rights

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More people are applying to law schools, and those with top LSAT scores are also increasing

ABA Journal

Securing a spot at a top law school could become more difficult this year, as more people with high scores on the Law School Admission…

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Court revives lawsuit from student seeking nominal damages for free-speech violation at public college

SCOTUSBlog

The Supreme Court on Monday issued a major ruling in a dispute over free speech on the grounds of a public college. By a vote of 8-1 in Uzuegbunam v. Preczewski, the justices agreed that a lawsuit by a Georgia student who alleges that his. The post Court revives lawsuit from student seeking nominal damages for free-speech violation at public college appeared first on SCOTUSblog.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegal's Playbook

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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Neapco Vents to Federal Circuit in IPR Loss

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Neapco Drivelines v. American Axle & Manufacturing ( Fed. Cir. 2021 ). This is a sister case to the one pending before the U.S. Supreme Court regarding eligibility of the claims of American Axle’s U.S. Patent No. 7,774,911. That case is at the petitions stage and is awaiting responsive briefing from Neapco. . In this case, American Axle challenged Neapco’s vented slip-joint coupling Patent No. 5,772,520 via Inter Partes Review.

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India police detain more than 150 Rohingya refugees, begin process for deportation

JURIST

The Indian police on Saturday apprehended at least 168 Rohingya refugees living in the northern territory of Jammu valley under the directions of the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) administration. The detained Rohingya, including the elderly and children, have been taken to a makeshift holding centre near the Hira Nagar jail in Kathua district of Jammu where local authorities have begun the identity verification process using biometrics and other documents-based verification, such as place of stay

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New ABA ethics opinion addresses professional responsibilities of virtual practice

ABA Journal

Lawyers can practice law virtually but must ensure that they consider various ethical responsibilities related to the duties of competence, diligence, communication, confidentiality and supervision,…

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Women of Legal Tech: Kelli Raker

LawTechnologyToday

The Legal Technology Resource Center ’s Women of Legal Tech initiative is intended to encourage diversity and celebrate women in legal technology. This initiative launched in 2015 with a list of innovators and leaders in legal technology and with this year’s additions, that list now includes 132 talented and influential women leaders. Every Monday and Wednesday, we will be featuring a woman from our class of 2021.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

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