Wed.Mar 15, 2023

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How to Spot a Bad Lawyer

InHouseBlog

How do you spot a bad lawyer? As with other things as the global health crisis recedes, many see an uptick in bad lawyers and bad lawyering. But is this really the product of the pandemic, or is it a longer-term trend?

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Environmental groups sue Biden administration over $8B oil and gas project

JURIST

Six environmental and Indigenous organizations joined in bringing a lawsuit Tuesday against the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the US Department of the Interior over the decision to approve ConocoPhillips’ Willow oil and gas project.

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On LawNext Podcast: As He Steps Down As Dean, Gordon Smith Reflects On His Mission To Make BYU Law ‘One Of The Most Innovative Law Schools in the Country’

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In 2018, two years after D. Gordon Smith became dean of the J.

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Former Georgia sheriff sentenced to 18 months for strapping detainees in restraint chairs without justification

JURIST

A former Georgia sheriff was sentenced Tuesday to 18 months in federal prison for violating the civil rights of people detained in the Clayton County Jail.

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Buyer's Guide: Evaluating and Selecting the Best CLM Solution for Your Organization

Evaluating and selecting the right contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform can be complicated. However, by getting the right people involved, prioritizing your business needs, and testing your technology options, you can make it easier.

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Developing Model Federal Legislation to Advance Safe and Responsible Ocean Carbon Dioxide Removal Research in the United States

ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

The Sabin Center today published model federal legislation to advance safe and responsible ocean carbon dioxide removal (CDR) research in U.S. waters.

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“Judges Want ‘Disruptive’ Law Students Flagged to Employers”

HowAppealing

“Judges Want ‘Disruptive’ Law Students Flagged to Employers”: Seth Stern of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Judges Want ‘Disruptive’ Law Students Flagged to Employers” appeared first on How Appealing

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The morning read for Wednesday, March 15

SCOTUSBlog

Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court.

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Preparing for Automated Examination

Patently O

Associates around the country today are drafting motions, patent applications, and other documents using some version of ChatGPT. Of course, If I were a judge or examiner, I might also be interested in using AI to help facilitate my decision-making.

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“Senate Judiciary Absences Stall Embattled Circuit Nominee”

HowAppealing

“Senate Judiciary Absences Stall Embattled Circuit Nominee”: Tiana Headley of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Senate Judiciary Absences Stall Embattled Circuit Nominee” appeared first on How Appealing

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2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Contract Life Cycle Management Report

Gartner has positioned Evisort in the Visionaries Quadrant of the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Contract Life Cycle Management. Read the report to learn why Evisort is a Visionary provider in the market.

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The Benefits of Business-Specific Contracts

L4SB

Having a contract that is tailored to your business’s needs is essential. While it may be tempting to download a generic contract off of the internet, these contracts are not. Document and Contracts contracts Law 4 Small Business Small Business

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US federal appeals court rules against natural gas company challenge to state court ruling

JURIST

The US Court of Appeals of the Third Circuit Tuesday ruled against Adelphia Gateway, LLC (Adelphia) in a challenge to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Hearing Board’s jurisdiction to hear challenges to Adelphia’s planned natural gas compressor project.

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“The Full Audio Recording Of Judge Kyle Duncan At Stanford Law; Listen to this recording, ye mighty, and despair — although whether you despair about law students or judges might vary based on your priors”

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“The Full Audio Recording Of Judge Kyle Duncan At Stanford Law; Listen to this recording, ye mighty, and despair — although whether you despair about law students or judges might vary based on your priors”: David Lat has this post at his “Original Jurisdiction” Substack site.

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US senators introduce bipartisan resolution to reevaluate security assistance to Saudi Arabia

JURIST

US senators Wednesday drafted a bipartisan resolution that could lead to a major reassessment of US security assistance to Saudi Arabia. The resolution was penned by US Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Mike Lee (R-UT), who also drafted a summary of the resolution for public release.

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Top 3 Data Privacy Challenges for Contract Compliance in 2022

The data privacy landscape is quickly becoming fragmented with dozens of new laws. Outdated compliance practices expose businesses to issues that can cost millions of dollars. Download this paper to find out how contract intelligence can help.

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“Court must uphold Indian Child Welfare Act. Future of tribal sovereignty depends on it.”

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“Court must uphold Indian Child Welfare Act. Future of tribal sovereignty depends on it.” ” Chuck Hoskin Jr. has this essay online at The Oklahoman. The post “Court must uphold Indian Child Welfare Act. Future of tribal sovereignty depends on it.” ” appeared first on How Appealing

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Lithuanian Parliament labels Wagner Group terrorist organisation

JURIST

The Lithuanian Parliament Seimas Tuesday unanimously voted in favour of a resolution declaring the Wagner Group a terrorist organisation. The resolution stated that the group poses a threat to both the Lithuanian state and societal security.

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“Georgia Judge Avoids Removal Over Ethical Concerns, For Now; Judge purportedly mistreated clients as an attorney; Code of Judicial Conduct only applies to judges”

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“Georgia Judge Avoids Removal Over Ethical Concerns, For Now; Judge purportedly mistreated clients as an attorney; Code of Judicial Conduct only applies to judges”: David McAfee of Bloomberg Law has a report that begins, “A Georgia Court of Appeals judge won’t yet be removed from office, despite a recommendation for such a sanction, the state’s top court ruled Wednesday.”

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Australia nursing union sues New South Wales government for standard breaches

JURIST

An Australian nursing union Wednesday filed a prosecution case against the New South Wales government for breaching patient care and staffing standards.

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10 Zen Ways to Manage Cash Flows with Contract Intelligence

When you have instant access to your contract data, making strategic decisions in tough times (and good times) becomes much easier. Cash flow management especially can be a top priority for finance, procurement, and other business leaders.

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“How Little Nino Became Justice Scalia: James Rosen charts Scalia’s rise to greatness.”

HowAppealing

“How Little Nino Became Justice Scalia: James Rosen charts Scalia’s rise to greatness.” ” At the “Law & Liberty” blog, Edward Whelan has this post reviewing James Rosen ‘s new book, “ Scalia: Rise to Greatness, 1936 to 1986.” ” The post “How Little Nino Became Justice Scalia: James Rosen charts Scalia’s rise to greatness.” ” appeared first on How Appealing

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Biglaw Name Partner Recognized As Legend Of The Antitrust Bar Passes Away

Above The Law

What a loss for the legal community. The post Biglaw Name Partner Recognized As Legend Of The Antitrust Bar Passes Away appeared first on Above the Law. Biglaw Boies Schiller & Flexner Deaths Donald Flexner Partner Issues

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“Stop the Chaos: Law Schools Need to Crack Down on Student Disrupters Now; Administrators who promote intolerance don’t belong in legal education; And students who practice intolerance don’t belong in the legal profession.”

HowAppealing

“Stop the Chaos: Law Schools Need to Crack Down on Student Disrupters Now; Administrators who promote intolerance don’t belong in legal education; And students who practice intolerance don’t belong in the legal profession.” ” Fifth Circuit Judge James C. Ho and Eleventh Circuit Judge Elizabeth L. Branch have this essay online at National Review.

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Samsung Atty, Talent Co. CEO Clash In Video Depo At TM Trial

Law 360

Samsung opened its defense on Wednesday in a trial over claims that its Galaxy S10 smartphone infringes the trademark of S10 Entertainment by showing a combative video deposition of S10's CEO as he pointedly refused to elaborate on his answers to questions posed by a Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP attorney.

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6 Best Practices to Maximize Value from Vendor Contracts

With uncertainty on the rise and margins and operating budgets stretched thin, there are a range of obstacles threatening to sap value from deals with vendors. Status quo vendor contract management costs businesses millions of dollars every year. Contract Intelligence can help businesses get more value from vendor contracts.

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“Texas judge presses lawyers on FDA approval of key abortion drug; High-stakes lawsuit could upend access to mifepristone, one of two drugs used in medical abortions across the country”

HowAppealing

“Texas judge presses lawyers on FDA approval of key abortion drug; High-stakes lawsuit could upend access to mifepristone, one of two drugs used in medical abortions across the country”: Perry Stein, Caroline Kitchener, and Ann E. Marimow of The Washington Post have this report.

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When A Litigation Funder Is Accused Of Taking Over The Case

Law 360

Legal finance behemoth Burford Capital promises it doesn't control the litigation it funds, but a recent lawsuit accusing it of blocking a client from inking "reasonable" settlements raises questions about who really steers a lawsuit when an outside funder gets involved

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Law Firm Celebrates Pi Day With Greatest Baking Show On Earth

Above The Law

Firm serves up some sweet treats. The post Law Firm Celebrates Pi Day With Greatest Baking Show On Earth appeared first on Above the Law. Biglaw Seward & Kissel

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Chancery Deal Reported For Madison Square Garden Suit

Law 360

Madison Square Garden Entertainment and stockholders have agreed in principle to settle one of two suits pending in Delaware's Court of Chancery that seek damages in connection with the merger of MSGE and MSG Networks in 2021

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Legal Software Buyer's Guide for Personal Injury Law Firms

Paralegals are the nucleus of Personal Injury law firms, with the most diverse responsibilities. The right legal software has the potential to help streamline and automate the administrative side of the business, so you can focus on what matters.