Paralegal Bootcamp

JANUARY 25, 2024

These were the top 7 actionable strategies and tips for litigation paralegals to accelerate their paralegal career in 2024. 1. How to Get Up to Speed Fast on Your Cases I think one of the tips for litigation paralegals that could help here is what I had recommended in our three-step roadmap for new litigation paralegals. Even if you’re not new to the litigation practice area, this would help because it can also be a method that you use to get up to speed fast on any new cases.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2024

The US Supreme Court and Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit on Wednesday refused Kenneth Smith’s application for a stay of his execution by nitrogen hypoxia. Kenneth Smith is scheduled to be executed by way of nitrogen hypoxia on Thursday night at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama. According to the Alabama execution protocol , the warden or the assistant warden “will pressurize and assess the nitrogen hypoxia system.” A mask will be placed o

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EvidenceProf Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

Federal Rule of Evidence 701 provides that If a witness is not testifying as an expert, testimony in the form of an opinion is limited to one that is: (a) rationally based on the witness’s perception; (b) helpful to clearly.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit denied Tuesday the appeal of Texas citizen journalist Priscilla Villarreal, who claimed that her arrest for misuse of information was unconstitutional. Villarreal had brought a civil rights claim against the city of Laredo, Texas over her 2018 arrest. Villarreal, known online as “La Gordiloca,” is a citizen journalist in Laredo, Texas.

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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

JANUARY 25, 2024

He could spend the rest of his life behind bars. The post Senior Government Attorney Pleads Guilty To Child Pornography Charge appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

Lawyers’ reluctance to embrace AI, coupled with its ever-evolving and unpredictable nature, can leave many vulnerable to a fear-based, reactionary mindset that is untenable in the long term. The post Avoid A Reactionary, Band-Aid Approach To AI In Law appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Moscow Municipal Court sentenced Igor Girkin (also known as Igor Strelkov) on Thursday to four years in a general regime colony for questioning the salaries of Russian fighters and the situation in Crimea. Girkin was found guilty of committing a crime under Part 2 of Article 280 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation , which penalizes public calls for extremist activities on the Internet.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

Really makes you wonder if his coworkers were bad actors. The post Jury Will Have To Decide If Davis Polk Lawyers Are Racist Or Just Socially Awkward appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2024

Millions of workers from Argentina’s went on strike after the country’s three major labor confederations—the General Confederation of Labor, the Argentine Workers’ Central Union and the Argentine Workers’ Central Union— called for a general strike against recently-elected President Javier Milei. The strike began on Wednesday in response to Milei’s proposed national legislative and economic reforms.

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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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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

Integrating cutting-edge AI technology creates opportunities for private markets professionals to work with more speed and accuracy than ever before. The post Ontra’s Insight, Powered By GPT-4, Simplifies Fund Management appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2024

A Russian court on Thursday sentenced Darya Trepova to 27 years in prison for her involvement in the alleged terrorist attack that killed pro-war military correspondent Vladlen Tatarsky (real name Maxim Fomin) in a café in the country’s capital city St. Petersburg. Trepova was charged with the April 2 attack last year after the Russian authorities captured her and released a video of her alleged confession.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

This is one way to bring a little bit of fun into the office. What's your firm doing to make the office a happier place? The post Law Firm Installs Giant Slide In Its Office To Offer Lawyers Some Fun appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2024

Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated on Wednesday that a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) will commence on the alleged mishandling of sovereignty disputes in Pedra Branca by the former administration after the Malaysian King appoints the RCI’s members. In 2003, Malaysia and Singapore agreed to the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) jurisdiction to determine whether Malaysia or Singapore enjoys sovereignty over three groups of islets in the South China Sea, n

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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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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

There may be other identical twins working in Biglaw, but these brothers worked together to save a football conference. The post Identical Twin Biglaw Partners Had Fun Together While ‘Rescuing’ The Pac-12 From Certain Doom appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Australian attorney general announced Tuesday that the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) will be inquiring into justice responses to sexual violence in Australia. The inquiry will examine legislation and frameworks related to evidence, court procedures, processes and jury instructions. This includes reviewing laws pertaining to consent, policies, training programs for judges, police and legal practitioners, as well as support services for individuals who have endured sexual violence.

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Conflict of Laws

JANUARY 25, 2024

The University of Antwerp has opened two vacancies for PhD research related to private international law. The first covers inter alia EU private international law, and will be supervised by prof. dr. Johan Meeusen and prof. dr. Mathieu Leloup. The four-year scholarship is sponsored by the Research Foundation – Flanders (FWO). The candidate will write a PhD on mutual trust and rule of law requirements in the field of judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

Elevating your exposure through legal content marketing requires teamwork. The post How To Be A Good Legal Content Marketing Client 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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Law 360

JANUARY 25, 2024

Amid continuing business uncertainty, law firms should consider adopting a holistic employee experience strategy — prioritizing consistency, targeting signature moments and leveraging measurement tools — to maximize productivity and profitability, says Haley Revel at Calibrate Consulting.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

Block billing used to be the teeth grinder. Now, it's AI. The post AI, MJP, And UPL: Alphabet Soup For Lawyers? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Strictly Business

JANUARY 25, 2024

Selling your business is not just about finding a buyer and agreeing on a price. Once the basic terms of the deal are agreed upon in a letter of intent , the buyer will want to sift through your business and legal records with a fine-tooth comb. This meticulous review of your business, from contracts to customer lists, is called due diligence. Due diligence allows the buyer to uncover risks when buying a business.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

The American company claims the Italian fashion brand infringed on its trademark of the signature rectangular tab seen on its jean pockets. The post Levi’s Sues Brunelleschi Cucinelli Over Trademarked Tab appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

JANUARY 25, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to block the execution of a death row inmate who claims that he would be subjected to cruel and unusual punishment if Alabama tries to execute him again—this time using nitrogen hypoxia.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

Stupid games, stupid prizes. The post Navarro Played Lawyer With Jan 6 Committee. But His Sentence Is Very Real. appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

JANUARY 25, 2024

The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.

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Above The Law

JANUARY 25, 2024

A little planning can help you avoid burning out in the new year. The post Habits I’m Starting In 2024 appeared first on Above the Law.

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