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Biglaw Paralegal Makes History At 2024 Paris Olympics

Above The Law

'The commitment that we have as water polo referees is so big, and then it's like I'm billing 2,000 hours-plus a year,' she said. The post Biglaw Paralegal Makes History At 2024 Paris Olympics appeared first on Above the Law.

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DC court rejects first amendment DMCA challenge, penalizing unauthorized access of copyrighted material

JURIST

The District of Columbia’s Court of Appeals rejected a First Amendment challenge to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), which penalizes unauthorized access to copyrighted material and limits the scope of “fair use” exceptions. Filed by Judge Nina Pillard, the decision stated that while the First Amendment protects the right to read, it does not guarantee unrestricted access to all reading materials one might desire.

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Bill Barr Is Big Mad Over A Supreme Court Ethics Code

Above The Law

He's attacking Court reform, despite wide support for the proposals. The post Bill Barr Is Big Mad Over A Supreme Court Ethics Code appeared first on Above the Law.

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Germany police shut down public reading by far-right author

JURIST

Police in the German region of Baden-Württemberg announced that they had shut down a public reading by far-right author Martin Sellner on Saturday, local media reported. The police said that Sellner had received a temporary ban from Neulingen, a municipality in the area. The prohibition was based on the Baden-Württemberg Police Act , which allows for an entry ban to the area if there is a reasonable belief that the concerned person will commit or contribute to the commission of a crime.

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No Objections: Better Case Management with AI for Paralegals

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Join this session to get a fresh look at how AI tools can help you work smarter, faster, and more effectively! Attorney and law professor Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk you through the complete journey of a legal case—from the first client meeting through the final outcome—while showing you how artificial intelligence can transform your daily work at each important step.

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Clarence Thomas Has Forgotten More Vacations Than You’ll Ever Know

Above The Law

It's a day that ends in 'y' so there's more news about Clarence Thomas taking luxury gifts and covering it up. The post Clarence Thomas Has Forgotten More Vacations Than You’ll Ever Know appeared first on Above the Law.

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AI-generated court filing had name, bar number of lawyer who had nothing to do with case, complaint says

ABA Journal

Updated: A Florida foreclosure lawyer has said his name and his bar number were used in a court filing generated by artificial intelligence.

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Australia raises terrorism threat level from ‘possible’ to ‘probable’ due to rising extremist views

JURIST

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Monday that the country’s threat level is being increased from “possible to probable ” at a press conference in Canberra with Mike Burgess, the Director-General of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation. The officials cited an increase in extremist views in the country leading to a more than 50% chance of the planning of an onshore attack in the next 12 months.

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Beyond Logic: The case for emotional branding for law firms

ABA Journal

When Pixar’s Inside Out 2 hit theaters in June, audiences were once again invited to explore the inner workings of the human mind.

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EU sanctions 28 additional Belarus officials amid ongoing human rights repression

JURIST

The Council of the EU on Monday announced that existing sanctions will extend to 28 new individuals for participation in “ongoing internal repression and human rights violations in Belarus” These sanctions restrict listed individuals or entities from traveling to or within the EU and forbid EU citizens and companies from making funds available to these individuals or entities.

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The Ethics of AI: Practical Considerations for Paralegals

Finally, AI advice that understands your job. This isn't just another generic "guide", it's a practical roadmap built specifically for paralegals. What you'll learn: Ethics Without the Panic ⚖️ Decode ABA Model Rules and examples of state guidance so you can leverage AI confidently. Security That Makes Sense 🛡️️ Real-world protocols beyond buzzwords, SOC2 and HIPAA compliance, and data protection strategies that actually work.

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At Two Back-to-Back Conferences, Evidence that We’re Moving the Ball Forward On Using AI in Law

LawSites

Within the span of five days recently in Chicago, I attended two somewhat different conferences, and at each, I found evidence that we are moving the ball forward on developing and implementing practical applications for generative AI in law. You may wonder why I even needed evidence.

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Morning Docket: 08.05.24

Above The Law

* In his new book, Neal Gorsuch explains that there are too many laws. Not on women's bodies or anything. but on the important people like presidents who encourage supporters to murder the vice president. [ The Guardian ] * Delaware asks Elon Musk for ANY case precedent to support his $56 billion pay package. Maybe AI can hallucinate him one. [ Law360 ] * Meanwhile, Elon is under investigation for violating personal information farming laws under the guise of a political action committee. [ Reut

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How Much Coffee Does It Take to Fuel a Week-Long Legal Tech Conference? ILTACON Spills the Beans

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Ever wonder how much coffee gets consumed at a week-long legal tech conference? Well, with ILTACON, the annual conference of the International Legal Technology Association, set to convene this weekend in Nashville, organizers plan to serve some 1,500 gallons of the caffeinated brew.

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Powerful Branding Strategies And Marketing Tips For Small Law Firms [Sponsored]

Above The Law

Learn about the tools that make it easy to build a competitive and trustworthy visual brand. The post Powerful Branding Strategies And Marketing Tips For Small Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.

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Prep with Purpose: How to Build Better Trial Binders

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to master the art and science of trial preparation organization that top attorneys rely on in this exclusive webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk through proven systems for creating comprehensive trial notebooks and binders that transform scattered case materials into a powerful command center. Learning Objectives: Strategic Organization 📊 Learn the essential sections every trial notebook needs and how to structure them for maximum clarity and acce

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California National Guard prosecutors will focus on county following ‘surge operations,’ bringing concern from PDs

ABA Journal

Prosecutors with the California National Guard’s Counterdrug Task Force will help prosecute state cases originating in Alameda County, California, according to an announcement Friday by…

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Texas Firm At The Top Of This Ranking

Above The Law

Not surprising this Texas-based firm is tops in this catgory. The post Texas Firm At The Top Of This Ranking appeared first on Above the Law.

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Federal Circuit Narrows AIA Grace Period: Public Disclosure Must Make Invention ‘Reasonably Available’

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by Dennis Crouch The Federal Circuit’s new decision in Sanho v. Kaijet highlights the narrowness of the pre-filing grace period (safe harbor) provision under the America Invents Act (AIA) and serves as a reminder that there are a number of patents that would have been valid under the pre-AIA patent system may no longer be valid under the current law.

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Lawyer Tries To Blow Up Statue At Chinese Embassy. Yes, He’s From Where You Think He Is.

Above The Law

What an unserious state. The post Lawyer Tries To Blow Up Statue At Chinese Embassy. Yes, He’s From Where You Think He Is. appeared first on Above the Law.

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Research: The Anatomy of a Legal Brief

Why does it take 20-40 hrs. to create a compliant legal brief? TypeLaw analyzed 10,000+ briefs to determine the anatomy of the average brief—how many words, paragraphs, citations to the record, and more. See the research results in this infographic.

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UK law associations express concern over 24-hour court sessions to process rioters

JURIST

UK law associations expressed concern Monday over the suggestion that 24-hour “night courts” should be established to deal with the mass riots throughout the UK, emphasizing that solicitors are already overworked and underpaid. The (CBA), Magistrates’ Association, and UK Law Society all expressed concern over the potential plan. In an open letter to the Ministry of Justice, the Chair of the Criminal Law Solicitors’ Association (CLSA) Chair, Daniel Bonich, said: … Si

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An Accountable SCOTUS Makes People Angry — See Also

Above The Law

Bill Barr Hates Ethics: Even when it has bipartisan support ! Cursed With Luxury And Poor Memory: Turns out there are even more Thomas x Crow trips ! Clients Realize There Are Other Options: Am Law 200 and midsized firms are seeing an uptick in work. Where Do The Best Teach? : Check out this law professor ranking. Lawyer Tries To Blow Up Another Statue: Guess where he's from.

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Austria women’s shelter reports record high femicides

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The Association of Autonomous Austrian Women’s Shelters (AÖF) reported a record high in femicides in the country on Sunday. AÖF reports that every month, about three women are murdered in Austria. The majority of these murders involve a partner or family relationship between the perpetrator and the victim. The organization claims there have been 15 femicides and 26 cases of serious violence against women in 2024, as of August 2.

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Litigation Growth Continues Flowing Away From Top Am Law Firms

Above The Law

Don't look now, but clients seem increasingly at home with firms offering a lower price point. The post Litigation Growth Continues Flowing Away From Top Am Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.

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Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!

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UK riots continue as Prime Minister condemns ‘far-right thuggery’

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Rioting and unrest continued Monday across the United Kingdom, with numerous towns and cities reeling from the ongoing violence. The disorder prompted Prime Minister Keir Starmer to condemn the riots as”far-right thuggery.” Several countries, including Australia, Nigeria , Malaysia and Kenya have issued warnings to their citizens in or travelling to the UK following the riots, with the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stating that there is an “increased risk of violence a

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The Law Schools With The Best Professors (2024)

Above The Law

These are schools where students think their professors are the best at teaching the law. The post The Law Schools With The Best Professors (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.

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Albania citizens vote for new mayor after previous winner convicted of election corruption

JURIST

On Sunday, residents in the southern Albanian municipality of Himare voted to elect a new mayor after the previous mayor-elect was jailed on charges of election fraud in 2023. The previous election in May 2023 saw the “Together We Win” coalition’s nominee Fredi Beleri come out ahead of his rivals. However, the success was short-lived after Beleri was prevented from taking office by officials, and later convicted on charges of election corruption.

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“Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch warns of federal law overreach in new book”

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“Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch warns of federal law overreach in new book”: CBS News has posted this video on YouTube.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

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