Paralegal Bootcamp

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Looking to make some extra cash? The gig economy is more prevalent now more than ever. The pandemic not only forced people to work from home, but it opened doors for many to take on side gigs. People pick up side gigs for all kinds of reasons (including but not limited to): making up for a low salary from your day job, getting extra income for the holidays, saving for a downpayment on a house or car, or just earning something extra for doing something they’re passionate about.

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JURIST

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The Danish Court of Impeachment, or Rigsretten, Monday sentenced former Danish immigration minister Inger Støjberg to 60 days in prison. The decision follows a rare impeachment trial in February where she was found to have ordered the illegal separation of married asylum-seeking partners while in office. The Rigsretten found Støjberg to be guilty of violating Section 5 (1) of the Danish Ministerial Accountability Act, which holds that a minister will be punished if they, intentionally or throug

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LDA PRO

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Paralegals are legal workers who are trained, educated, and have adequate knowledge of the law. Paralegals can perform every legal task as that of a lawyer till the point the government limits their allowance. Also, they are not permitted to do tasks like representing you in court or giving any legal advice. In this blog, we will be discussing different types of local paralegal services, and how one would benefit from them.

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JURIST

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Law students and lawyers in Afghanistan are filing reports with JURIST on the situation there after the Taliban takeover. Here, a Staff Correspondent for JURIST in Kabul comments on an accelerating depreciation of the Afghan currency against the US dollar which may portend an economic crash in the country sooner rather than later. For privacy and security reasons, we are withholding our Correspondent’s name.

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The Crime Report

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The rise in violent crime across the U.S. has been concentrated in “low-income communities of color” which have disproportionately experienced the impact of school closures and reductions in basic services during the pandemic, according to a study by the University of California-Davis Violence Prevention Research Program (VPRP). The first-of-its-kind study adds a different perspective to the narrative suggesting America is confronting a new crime wave as a result of liberal, “soft-on-crime

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Above The Law

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Now if Jane Krakowski sued because the news linked her to a pillow puffing crackpot. The post Court Rules No Defamation In Claim That Mike Lindell Would Date A Normal Human Non-Pillow Woman appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This year, Bryan Garner gave us tips for using legal dictionaries; a three-part series on how to manage a day's worth of legal writing; and…

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JURIST

DECEMBER 13, 2021

A new ad hoc report from the UK Ministry of Justice finds fewer Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates are selected to serve in the judiciary. The report finds that, beyond other controlling factors, a candidate’s ethnicity is a significant factor in determining how successful they are in the judicial selection process. The report is based upon a statistical analysis of judicial selection data spanning April 2015 through March 2021.

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Broadcast Law Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2021

An auction of construction permits for 27 new TV stations is scheduled to occur in June 2022, as we noted in one of our weekly updates on regulatory activities for broadcasters. This auction will be the first auction of new TV channels in over a decade – and the first in over a decade and a half that includes UHF channels that are considered better suited for digital transmissions.

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HowAppealing

DECEMBER 13, 2021

“Supreme Court Allows Vaccine Mandate for New York Health Care Workers; Doctors and nurses challenged a state coronavirus vaccine requirement that had medical but not religious exemptions, saying it violated their right to free exercise of their faiths”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report. And Robert Barnes of The Washington Post reports that “ Supreme Court won’t stop vaccine mandate for New York health care workers.” You can access today’s ord

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The Fashion Law

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In yet another major step into the metaverse, NIKE, Inc. announced on Monday that it will acquire RTFKT, “a leading brand that leverages cutting edge innovation to deliver next generation collectibles that merge culture and gaming.” Nike President and CEO John Donahoe said in a statement that the acquisition is “another step that accelerates Nike’s digital transformation and allows us to serve athletes and creators at the intersection of sport, creativity, gaming and culture,” and one that will

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HowAppealing

DECEMBER 13, 2021

“Last Week’s Texas Ruling Will Prove to Be a Wipeout for Abortion Rights”: Dennis Aftergut and law professor Laurence H. Tribe have this jurisprudence essay online at Slate.

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Above The Law

DECEMBER 13, 2021

News clippings brought the the lyricist’s law school connection to light after decades. The post Law School Discovers Student Wrote World-Famous Christmas Carol appeared first on Above the Law.

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HowAppealing

DECEMBER 13, 2021

“Judge Alison Nathan — Nominee to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit”: Harsh Voruganti has this post at his blog, “The Vetting Room.

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Above The Law

DECEMBER 13, 2021

He was given 40 months in prison after a guilty plea. The post Former Biglaw Associate Sentenced After Bank Robbery Spree appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2021

A Birmingham, Alabama, domestic relations judge has been removed from the bench based on findings that she used Facebook aliases to communicate with litigants and…

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Above The Law

DECEMBER 13, 2021

A lot more's at issue than an exam question. The post Law School Finds Professor’s Conduct Was ‘Harassing Based On Race’ After Multiple Incidents appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The New Jersey Supreme Court has censured a Morristown, New Jersey, lawyer and ordered psychological counseling after he was accused of shoplifting items at a…

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Above The Law

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This new and improved version allows you to better manage the facts and analysis of even your biggest cases, while seamlessly collaborating with your team. The post CaseMap Cloud: Superior Case Management, Available Any Time, Anywhere appeared first on Above the Law.

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LegalReader

DECEMBER 13, 2021

When you do finally choose a nursing home, always read the contracts and paperwork before signing. You may even want to consult with an attorney.

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Law 360

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Check out our Law360 Pulse Prestige Leaders ranking, news analysis and interactive graphics to see how firms compare on everything from financials to reputation among the newest crop of attorneys.

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The Crime Report

DECEMBER 13, 2021

According to an Oregon Criminal Justice Commission analysis, Oregon State Police troopers disproportionately issue citations to motorists of color, the Spokesman-Review reports. The year-long study found that despite the disproportionate citations and searches imposed on people of color, the searches for illicit material were more likely to turn up empty compared to searches done on white drivers.

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Law 360

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Join Law360 Pulse as we embark on our brand new project examining what makes law firms successful, turning this time to our prestige leaders — award-winning firms whose reputations precede them, thanks to their profitability, popularity among summer associates and visibility in legal news.

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The Crime Report

DECEMBER 13, 2021

At a time when police use of force is increasingly under scrutiny, experts say training simulations — like role-playing potential conflict situations they might encounter while on patrol — are a key way to reduce the number of times police fire their weapons , according to The Washington Post. These role-playing scenario training tactics are a growing part of options that new evidence supports is valuable as long as it feels realistic.

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Law 360

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The legal industry puts a premium on financial success. While money isn't everything, a firm's revenue provides a window into the firm's work, financial resources and business trajectory. Our inaugural list of top firms by gross revenue highlights the law firms who are breaking the bank.

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Learn about a world of effective contract management and seamless teamwork across departments in this upcoming webinar from Cobblestone Software. You'll discover practical strategies and tips that legal professionals can use to streamline contract processes and enhance collaboration, making significant impact across legal and corporate departments. Join us as we show how you can supercharge contract processes, improve team communication, and take your contributions to the next level.

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