Attorney at Work
MARCH 24, 2023
Jamie Spannhake | Whatever you’ve been hoping to change or improve, it’s important to know what to expect from a coaching relationship. The post Five Things to Know About Working with a Coach appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
MARCH 24, 2023
UK charity organisation Refugee Action Thursday reported that the UK’s asylum housing system is “cruel by design,” and outlined the poor conditions and systems of racialised segregation towards the asylum seekers. The report chronicles one hundred interviews with asylum seekers situated in hotels in London, Manchester, West Midlands and Bradford.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
It happens to so many. You start a new paralegal position, and then you wonder for months when you’ll get that on-the-job training that will show you exactly what you should be doing every day. But it never comes. You’re stuck playing the guessing game and scrambling to figure things out on your own, hoping you don’t make a mistake along the way. Should you keep struggling daily to understand how to do your job well?
JURIST
MARCH 24, 2023
The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit Thursday upheld the funding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) as constitutional. The court found the CFPB is funded by Title X of the 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. The court’s finding rejected the argument of the plaintiff in the case, the Law Offices of Crystal Moroney P.C., which argued that the agency’s ability to recover documents relating to debt collection violated the Appropriatio
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Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
Client management is a crucial aspect of a paralegal’s job. It involves building and maintaining relationships with clients, handling their legal concerns, and providing them with the necessary support and guidance throughout the legal process. Paralegals must effectively communicate with clients and manage their expectations throughout the legal process to maintain a positive and productive relationship.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
In this guest episode of the Paralegals on Fire! Podcast Show, Ann Pearson talks with Dan Moulder, paralegal manager and author of the book “The Lunch.” In the book, Dan tells a story about an annual corporate lunch that highlights eight characters with mindsets that are limiting them in life and work. In the show, Ann and Dan discuss how paralegals can apply the lessons learned in the book to their careers and what they can do to change these limiting mindsets so that you can get unstuck.
JURIST
MARCH 24, 2023
The Arizona Supreme Court Wednesday declined to force Governor Katie Hobbs to carry out the death row sentence of Aaron Gunches. The decision marks a victory for Hobbs, whose office is currently reviewing the state’s death penalty protocols. Gunches was convicted of two counts of attempted second-degree murder in late 2002 and early 2003. He later pleaded guilty and was sentenced to death in 2004.
Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
Do you have one? It is okay if you don’t yet. Making a plan can feel like a daunting task, but the benefits can be endless. Have you thought about what you want your life to look like in 5 years? Let’s dive into how to start creating a 5-year plan for your paralegal career and personal life. Prefer to Listen Instead of Read? [link] I was doing my “annual clean out the desk drawers and piles of paper” the other day – in other words, I was procrastinating and coming up with another excuse I could
JURIST
MARCH 24, 2023
Scattered protests in France continued Friday, following Thursday’s mass demonstrations over nationwide opposition to President Emmanuel Macron’s controversial pension reform bill. UK King Charles III’s also cancelled his scheduled visit to France on March 26 early Friday morning. Macron stated in a news conference that the visit “would have prompted incidents” he characterized as “detestable.” National trade union federation CGT stated that 3.5 million
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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.
Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
It happens to so many. You start a new paralegal position, and then you wonder for months when you’ll get that on-the-job training that will show you exactly what you should be doing every day. But it never comes. You’re stuck playing the guessing game and scrambling to figure things out on your own, hoping you don’t make a mistake along the way. Should you keep struggling daily to understand how to do your job well?
JURIST
MARCH 24, 2023
The Canadian Supreme Court Thursday ruled to reinstate a conviction for impaired driving, despite the fact that the sobriety stop that produced crucial evidence was deemed illegal. Ultimately, the court determined that “Admission of the evidence would better serve the truth‑seeking function of the criminal trial process and would not damage the long‑term repute of the justice system.” The court accepted that police do not have statutory authority under s.48(1) of Ontario’s Highway Traffic
Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
There are so many traits, skills, and habits that make for a successful paralegal career. We talk about many of them in this podcast show, but today we’re going to just focus on three of them so that we can take a deeper dive into the discussion. Whether you’re a new paralegal or someone who has been in the paralegal field for a while, you’ll get a lot out of this solo episode with Ann Pearson.
JURIST
MARCH 24, 2023
Over 100 Barristers Thursday signed a declaration calling upon the UK government and colleagues to address the causes and consequences of the climate crises and to advance a just transition to sustainability, posing concerns over how serious governments around the world are taking the climate emergency. A statement from the group, called Lawyers Are Responsible, referred to the “potential conflict” of offering their services “between what individual barristers’ consciences tell
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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.
Above The Law
MARCH 24, 2023
But did then they get high? That's a better explanation than the arguments in the complaint. The post Cops Sue Afroman For Sharing Video Of Their Unfounded Raid Of His House appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
MARCH 24, 2023
“D.C. Circuit Hears Oral Argument in Bahlul v. United States”: Robert Loeb has this post at the “Lawfare” blog. The post “D.C. Circuit Hears Oral Argument in Bahlul v. United States” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
MARCH 24, 2023
Feel free to craft your own 'in a pickle' joke. The post Middle School Sued After Getting Stupid About ‘Justice For Lil Pickle’ T-Shirts Worn By Students appeared first on Above the Law.
My Shingle
MARCH 24, 2023
Six and a half years after arguing that women’s success in legal doesn’t matter if they don’t work at Biglaw, Vivia Chen is back with this interview with Beth Wilkinson, who left biglaw at Paul Hastings back in 2016 to launch her own firm. Reading the interview, you can tell that Chen still doesn’t get… The post Big Law Still Isn’t Big Enough for Women Who Want to Make It Big appeared first on My Shingle.
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Above The Law
MARCH 24, 2023
Twitter fingers turn into employment law cases. The post Elon Musk Isn’t The Only One Getting In Trouble For Firing People Over Tweets appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
MARCH 24, 2023
“City of Tulsa argues it has the ability to prosecute Native people under pre-statehood law; A pre-statehood law, known as the Curtis Act, was used to force allotment; It’s now being used as the latest way to challenge the landmark McGirt v. Oklahoma decision”: Allison Herrera of KOSU Radio in Stillwater, Oklahoma has this report. You can access the audio of yesterday’s Tenth Circuit oral argument of this appeal via this link.
Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
There are so many traits, skills, and habits that make for a successful paralegal career. We talk about many of them in this podcast show, but today we’re going to just focus on three of them so that we can take a deeper dive into the discussion. Whether you’re a new paralegal or someone who has been in the paralegal field for a while, you’ll get a lot out of this solo episode with Ann Pearson.
HowAppealing
MARCH 24, 2023
“Appealing § 1447(e) Remands, Genuine & Otherwise; The Second Circuit tackled a series of issues concerning remand appeals, including whether § 1447(d)’s bar on appeals applies to § 1447(e) remands and whether an appellate court can inquire into the true grounds for a remand”: Bryan Lammon has this post at his “final decisions” blog.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
Good paralegal writing – the kind that grabs your attention and holds it – is hard to come by. Arguably, it is even harder to create. With the growth of fully remote positions in the legal world and the billions of emails that we send every year, making your written word count is important. From helping you land that coveted position to improving client communications, writing should be a tool that every paralegal can use proficiently.
HowAppealing
MARCH 24, 2023
“Supreme Court should protect third parties from IRS fishing expeditions”: Quin Hillyer has this essay online at Washington Examiner. The post “Supreme Court should protect third parties from IRS fishing expeditions” appeared first on How Appealing.
Paralegal Bootcamp
MARCH 24, 2023
In this solo episode of the Paralegals on Fire! Podcast Show, Ann Pearson gives advice on ten things litigation paralegals should be doing to see success in their careers and stand out at their firms. From when you should be asking for feedback to how to get out of the office sooner, these litigation paralegal tips will help you change your perspective and accelerate your growth.
HowAppealing
MARCH 24, 2023
“Dean Jenny Martinez Speaks Out About The Protest Of Judge Duncan At Stanford Law; Other deans can learn from her clear, convincing, and courageous statement”: David Lat has this post at his “Original Jurisdiction” Substack site. The post “Dean Jenny Martinez Speaks Out About The Protest Of Judge Duncan At Stanford Law; Other deans can learn from her clear, convincing, and courageous statement” appeared first on How Appealing.
Speaker: Adina Marta Newman
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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