Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
The Biglaw firm will still have a presence in China, but to a much smaller degree. The post Top Biglaw Firm Plans To Break Away From Its 170-Lawyer Offices In Greater China appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 30, 2024
The British government operated a “widespread, systematic, and systemic practice of impunity” that protected security forces from sanction during the conflict in Northern Ireland, according to a report released Monday by a panel of international human rights experts. The report found that state actors killed at least 374 people during the Northern Ireland conflict, also known as the Troubles, with the majority of the victims being civilians and unarmed at the time.
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LDA PRO
APRIL 30, 2024
Estate planning is a very daunting task. A living trust is considered the cornerstone of many estate plans. It offers significant benefits by providing probate and ensuring a smooth transfer of assets to your loved ones. However, the legitimacy and complexity of creating a living trust can be overwhelming. This is where LDA Pro’s paralegal living trust comes in.
JURIST
APRIL 30, 2024
The Council of the EU decided Monday to suspend certain visa provisions for Ethiopian nationals because of the Ethiopian government’s “insufficient cooperation” regarding the readmission of Ethiopian nationals. The Council stated that it will suspend the application of provisions referred to in article 25a(5) of the EU’s Visa Code , a European regulation that sets out conditions and procedures for issuing short-stay visas to foreign visitors of one of the EU’s membe
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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
APRIL 30, 2024
'It's up to management to decide what happens next.' The post One Week Ahead Of The Met Gala, Condé Nast Employees Threaten To Strike appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
You must come prepared to an interview and ready to discuss industry insights, company updates, and other pieces of data showing you’ve done your due diligence and researched the company and industry thoroughly. The post How To Prepare For A Q2 Job Search (And Launch Your Strategy) appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 30, 2024
The European Commission released statistics on first-time asylum applicants for 2023 on Monday showing that minors (individuals under 18 years old) constituted 24.3 percent of these applicants, excluding data from France, Poland, and Cyprus. Earlier this year, Eurostat reported a 20 percent rise in first-time asylum applications in the EU for 2023, with the total reaching approximately 1.049 million.
HowAppealing
APRIL 30, 2024
“Kevin Ritz — Nominee to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit”: Harsh Voruganti has this post at his blog, “The Vetting Room.” The post “Kevin Ritz — Nominee to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
APRIL 30, 2024
Ecuador initiated proceedings against Mexico before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) Monday for allegedly violating international law by giving political asylum to former vice president Jorge Glas. Glas had already been convicted of corruption and bribery for involvement in the Odebrecht case and was being investigated for corruption concerning the use of funds for those affected during the earthquake in Manabi when Mexico granted him political asylum earlier this month.
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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.
HowAppealing
APRIL 30, 2024
“Phila. Judge Rejects Challenge to $977M Defective Seatbelt Verdict, Adds $33.4M in Delay Damages”: Aleeza Furman of The Legal Intelligencer has this report. The post “Phila. Judge Rejects Challenge to $977M Defective Seatbelt Verdict, Adds $33.4M in Delay Damages” appeared first on How Appealing.
ABA Journal
APRIL 30, 2024
A Black retired judge from Chicago said she was flying first class when an American Airlines flight attendant accused her of slamming the first-class restroom…
HowAppealing
APRIL 30, 2024
“Supreme Court declines to block Texas pornography restriction; The pornography industry challenged the state law’s age-verification provision, saying it places an unlawful burden on adults wishing to access content”: Lawrence Hurley of NBC News has this report on an order that the U.S. Supreme Court issued today. The post “Supreme Court declines to block Texas pornography restriction; The pornography industry challenged the state law’s age-verification provision, saying it pla
Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
She's probably better suited for a redemption arc than a resignation drive. The post NY District Attorney Faces Resignation Calls Over D-Tier Abuse Of Power 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.
HowAppealing
APRIL 30, 2024
“Judge Kevin Newsom”: You can access today’s new episode of the “For the Defense with David Oscar Markus” podcast via this link. The post “Judge Kevin Newsom” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
They can have $250 million from his real-estate brokerage, but not a penny more. The post Screwed-Over Home Sellers Can’t Have Any Of Warren Buffett’s Giant Pile Of Cash appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
APRIL 30, 2024
“Victims of harassment by federal judges often find the judiciary is above the law”: Carrie Johnson had this audio segment on today’s broadcast of NPR’s “Morning Edition.” The post “Victims of harassment by federal judges often find the judiciary is above the law” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
Developing leadership skills equips in-house lawyers to fulfill their evolving roles effectively and to contribute meaningfully to the success of their organizations. The post Importance Of Leadership Skills For In-House Lawyers 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.
HowAppealing
APRIL 30, 2024
“How the TikTok Law Could Intensify the US-China Tech Spat; The law is almost certain to lead to a Supreme Court case and retaliation against US interests in China”: Brad Stone and Anna Edgerton of Bloomberg Businessweek have this report. The post “How the TikTok Law Could Intensify the US-China Tech Spat; The law is almost certain to lead to a Supreme Court case and retaliation against US interests in China” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
The attorney allegedly left the scene of the crime on a bicycle. The post Lawyer Shot, Arrested After Attempting To Rob Armored Car appeared first on Above the Law.
Patently O
APRIL 30, 2024
by Dennis Crouch This article explores the impact of Generative AI on prior art and potential revisions to patent examination standards to address the rising tidal wave of AI-generated, often speculative, disclosures that could undermine the patent system’s integrity. The core task of patent examination is identifying quality prior art. References must be sufficiently accessible, clear, and enabling to serve as legitimate evidence of what was previously known.
Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
Someone asked me what my first few days in recovery were like. Here is what I remember. The post My Early Days In Recovery appeared first on Above the Law.
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ABA Journal
APRIL 30, 2024
About 90 lawyers and staff members are moving from Seyfarth Shaw to Berry Appleman & Leiden, expanding the immigration law firm’s head count by almost…
Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
The luxury French fashion house refuses to be a fashion victim. The post Hermès To Mount ‘Vigorous’ Defense In Hot Antitrust Mess Over Birkin Bags appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
APRIL 30, 2024
An Illinois state appellate panel refused Monday to reinstate a putative class action accusing Commonwealth Edison of fraud in the wake of the utility's admission that it bribed the former Illinois House speaker to secure his support for favorable energy policy, saying the passage of the relevant legislation wasn't directly related to the bribes.
Above The Law
APRIL 30, 2024
Newly implemented features add a fresh dimension to a unique, cloud-based tool for managing the facts of a case. The post Collaborate And Litigate With LexisNexis CaseMap Cloud appeared first on Above the Law.
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