InHouseBlog

APRIL 22, 2024

You’ve probably heard the advice before – do not go into an interview for a legal job without some questions to ask of your own. Of course, figuring out what questions to ask, when to ask them and how many to ask is the overall conundrum. Going with your gut based on how the interview has gone so far is probably your best bet. But check out Vault.com’s list of questions, as there are some there that may get you thinking.

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APRIL 22, 2024

The Australian Human Rights Commission released a report on Monday outlining concerns regarding the conditions at the Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre in Northam, Western Australia. The report highlights issues related to drug trafficking, insufficient healthcare services and the overall well-being of detainees and staff members. According to the report, the Australian Human Rights Commission conducted inspections, interviews and consultations throughout 2023 to ensure compliance with in

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

Honestly, you will be shocked by the exact quotes. But not as shocked as you'll be by the 'apology.' The post Ketanji Brown Jackson Criticism Still Racist All The Way Down appeared first on Above the Law.

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APRIL 22, 2024

The pending deportation of British Columbia, Canada climate activist Zain Haq, scheduled for last Sunday, was called off last week, according to his lawyer Randall Cohn. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) contacted Haq to confirm he would not face a removal order. Haq’s upbringing was in Pakistan before he arrived in Canada on a student visa. However, his visa was revoked following charges linked to protests that caused traffic disruptions in BC’s Lower Mainland.

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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.

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

If we had an actual war on poverty, the increase in shelter beds and conditions could make this case moot. The post Struggling With The Status Versus Conduct Distinction? So Are The Supreme Court Justices appeared first on Above the Law.

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HowAppealing

APRIL 22, 2024

“The Most Harmony at the Beginning of a Term that Most of Us Have Ever Seen”: Adam Feldman has this post at his “Empirical SCOTUS” blog. The post “The Most Harmony at the Beginning of a Term that Most of Us Have Ever Seen” appeared first on How Appealing.

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APRIL 22, 2024

Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday stated that it intends to challenge an order from the Australian eSafety Commissioner demanding the company remove certain posts on the platform regarding the recent attack against a Christian Bishop in Sydney. According to X’s statement, the company received an order from the Australian eSafety Commissioner to remove the relevant posts from the platform globally or face a daily fine of AUD785,000 (approximately $500,000 USD).

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HowAppealing

APRIL 22, 2024

“SCOTUS Has a Chance to Right the Wrong Its EMTALA Ruling Forced; Will it listen?” Lindsay Harrison and Dahlia Lithwick have this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate. The post “SCOTUS Has a Chance to Right the Wrong Its EMTALA Ruling Forced; Will it listen?” appeared first on How Appealing.

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APRIL 22, 2024

The UK’s Parliament on Tuesday approved the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill , which would declare Rwanda a “safe country” in order to send certain asylum seekers there while they await their applications to be assessed. The bill would enable the deportation of irregular migrants under the UK-Rwanda international treaty on asylum partnership.

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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.

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HowAppealing

APRIL 22, 2024

“Two new justices will create female majority on Minnesota Supreme Court; Gov. Tim Walz elevates Court of Appeals Judge Theodora Gaïtas and Stearns County Judge Sarah Hennesy”: Rochelle Olson of The Minneapolis Star Tribune has this report. The post “Two new justices will create female majority on Minnesota Supreme Court; Gov. Tim Walz elevates Court of Appeals Judge Theodora Gaïtas and Stearns County Judge Sarah Hennesy” appeared first on How Appealing.

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APRIL 22, 2024

Director of El Rodeo prison Cosme Parrales was killed Sunday in an attack at a cevicheria in Jipijapa, a city located in the Manabi province of Ecuador, according to the National Service of Comprehensive Care for Adults Deprived of Liberty and Adolescent Violators ( SNAI ). According to local news, Parrales was a lawyer who had held several positions within the SNAI since 2021 before he was designated as director of El Rodeo prison on April 15.

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APRIL 22, 2024

“Grants Pass council president and her mother first in line, camping out on the edge of U.S. Supreme Court”: Maxine Bernstein of The Oregonian has this report. The post “Grants Pass council president and her mother first in line, camping out on the edge of U.S. Supreme Court” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

These actions may not be sanctionable, but nothing about this is helping Musk's case. The post Elon Musk’s Attorney Responds To Sanctions Motion Over Messy Deposition appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.

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APRIL 22, 2024

“The Left’s Calls for Sonia Sotomayor to Retire Are Absurd; ‘We want that seat’ is not a sufficient reason to push a Supreme Court justice to step down”: Law professor Stephen L. Carter has this essay online at Bloomberg Opinion. The post “The Left’s Calls for Sonia Sotomayor to Retire Are Absurd; ‘We want that seat’ is not a sufficient reason to push a Supreme Court justice to step down” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

These firms have money, money, and even more money. The post Ranking The Wealth Of The Elite: Is Your Biglaw Firm ‘Super Rich’? (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.

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APRIL 22, 2024

“Supreme Court Will Review Biden Administration ‘Ghost Gun’ Rule”: Greg Stohr of Bloomberg News has this report. The post “Supreme Court Will Review Biden Administration ‘Ghost Gun’ Rule” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

The language choices we make can greatly affect our perception of a person or group. The post Reframing The Legal Landscape: A Petition For Inclusivity And Linguistic Transformation appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.

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APRIL 22, 2024

“77. Justice Gorsuch and ‘Nationwide’ Injunctions: Justice Gorsuch is right to be wary of relief that benefits non-parties’ But as his latest opinion underscores, he’s inconsistent in when it bothers him and wrong about how big a problem it really is.” Steve Vladeck has this post at his “One First” Substack site.

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

This Biglaw firm is making it easier for attorneys to rock to the beat during their work days thanks to its new music room. The post Work Perk Alert: Are Music Rooms The Next Big Thing For Biglaw Firms? appeared first on Above the Law.

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HowAppealing

APRIL 22, 2024

“Will SCOTUS Let January 6 Defendants Off the Hook?” You can access today’s new episode of the “Strict Scrutiny” podcast via this link. The post “Will SCOTUS Let January 6 Defendants Off the Hook?” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

What else could they do? Start a massively popular dance in protest? The post ByteDance Plans To Go To Court If Congress Proceeds With TikTok Ban appeared first on Above the Law.

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HowAppealing

APRIL 22, 2024

“Retire Universal Injunctions”: You can access the new episode of the “Advisory Opinions” podcast via this link. The post “Retire Universal Injunctions” appeared first on How Appealing.

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SCOTUSBlog

APRIL 22, 2024

Share Union organizing efforts at Starbucks probably are the most protracted labor dispute of the decade, and on Tuesday the Supreme Court will hear argument in a closely watched case arising from the company’s firing of seven employees at a Memphis branch. The workers, known as the Memphis 7, said they were fired in retaliation for trying to unionize.

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HowAppealing

APRIL 22, 2024

“US Supreme Court eyes anti-camping laws used against the homeless”: Andrew Chung and John Kruzel of Reuters have this report. The post “US Supreme Court eyes anti-camping laws used against the homeless” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Above The Law

APRIL 22, 2024

The hellscape that is pre-recruitment is incredibly popular. The post The Biglaw Recruitment Process Is Worse For Everyone appeared first on Above the Law.

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