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MARCH 4, 2024

One of the challenges of e-discovery for smaller law firms is that so many of the e-discovery products on the market are designed for large cases handled by large law firms, putting them out of range for smaller firms in both price and complexity. For smaller law firms, the leading guide to e-discovery practices and technology has long been, eDiscovery for the Rest of Us , written by e-discovery expert Tom O’Connor , cofounder of the Gulf Coast Legal Technology Center.

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JURIST

MARCH 4, 2024

Belarusian law students enrolled at European Humanities University are filing reports with JURIST on current circumstances in Belarus under the constitutionally-disputed presidency of Alexander Lukashenka. Katsiaryna Vasilionak files this dispatch from Vilnius, Lithuania. Andrey Gnyot was arrested on October 30, 2023, by the border service of the Republic of Serbia upon arrival in the country.

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MARCH 4, 2024

I had an interesting inquiry from a paralegal student as part of her class where she asked if she could interview me. Kristy Medo is a paralegal student at Madison Area Technical College in the ABA-approved fast-track program. This interview was part of an assignment for her career-building class. She and I dive into my career path from student to business owner, finding balance, alternative career options for paralegals, and AI tools.

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JURIST

MARCH 4, 2024

France’s parliament voted Monday to include the right to abortion in the Constitution of France. The draft law was registered in December 2023 and has been adopted by lawmakers with some amendments. This is a monumental move, marking the first time in history the right to abortion has been enshrined into a country’s constitution. The bill constitutionalizes the voluntary termination of pregnancy under Article 34, affirming that parliament establishes the conditions under which this f

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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

MARCH 4, 2024

The size of the firm's capital markets team was reportedly 'too big.' The post World’s Wealthiest Law Firm Conducts Layoffs Due To Market Conditions appeared first on Above the Law.

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

Most Monied Biglaw Firm Lays Off Employees: Sorry, just wasn't in the budget ! This Bonus Needs A Bump: Maybe it’s the thought that counts ? So Much For Work-Life Balance: DLA Piper slashes parental leave. Some Nobody Called Sandra Day O'Connor "Undistinguished": Strange to even see that word in the same sentence as her name. Better Start Preparing For The Bar!

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SCOTUSBlog

MARCH 4, 2024

Share Amid the debate over free speech on university campuses, the justices on Monday set aside a decision by a federal appeals court in a case involving whether so-called “bias-response team policies” – procedures created by universities to solicit, track, and investigate reports of bias – chill students’ speech. The order in Speech First v. Sands was part of a list of orders from the court’s private conference last week.

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

As regulators world-wide grapple with the impact of AI on all sectors, MLex correspondents bring subscribers specialist news and predictive insights from North America, Europe, the UK, and Asia-Pacific. The post The Complete Picture On AI Regulation, With Global Insights From MLex® appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

MARCH 4, 2024

An Alabama federal judge has found that the Corporate Transparency Act is unconstitutional, dealing a blow to proponents of the anti-money laundering law, who anticipate the ruling will be appealed to the Eleventh Circuit.

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

Bro, you aren't going to win. The post January 6th Rioter Finds Out What Happens When You F Around With A Federal Judge appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

MARCH 4, 2024

The district attorney in Starr County, Texas, has agreed to a one-year probated suspension for the murder prosecution of a woman who had a self-induced…

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

Join us on March 21 for a CLE-eligible webinar titled 'Winning the Race for Resources: Building a Powerful Business Case for Your Legal Technology Project.' The post How Law Department Pros Can Get The Resources They Need appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

MARCH 4, 2024

The three law firms that successfully sued to overturn SpaceX owner and Tesla CEO Elon Musk's $55.

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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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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

She's using her time as dean to inspire more women to pursue leadership roles. The post Heather Gerken Is Yale’s First Female Dean, But Hopes She Won’t Be The Last appeared first on Above the Law.

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CARET Legal

MARCH 4, 2024

Legal trust accounting software, usually a capability of robust legal practice management software, is a powerhouse of accounting benefits for attorneys and trust managers. When it comes to managing legal trusts, accuracy is non-negotiable. Specialized legal trust accounting software provides a distinct edge with its automation capabilities. It’s essential to recognize the importance of legal trust accounting software and its reputation for precision, which solidifies its position as one o

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

It isn't merely about adopting new tools; it's about uncovering the precise ways these tools can transform the legal profession for the better. The post Unearthing The Gold: The Art And Science Of Discovering Use Cases In Legal Tech appeared first on Above the Law.

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OneLegal

MARCH 4, 2024

According to recent studies, practicing law is the most stressful profession in existence, leading legal pros to consider other paths, but which is right for you? The post What are the least stressful jobs in the legal profession? appeared first on One Legal.

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

Only 8% of large employers have reduced or expanded their coverage for abortion after the Dobbs v. Jackson decision, a new report from KFF found.

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FDA Law Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

By Véronique Li, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert & Deborah L. Livornese — On February 6, 2024, FDA issued a draft guidance titled Notifying FDA of a Discontinuance or Interruption in Manufacturing of Finished Products or Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Under Section 506C of the FD&C Act. The draft guidance provides recommendations for applicants and manufacturers about the requirements for notifications about production changes of certain finished drugs and biological products

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

* Supreme Court planning to phone in rulings today and while there's no hint as to what it is, the Colorado primary is tomorrow and they'd probably like to know who's on that ballot. [ CNN ] * Attorneys in Elon Musk executive compensation suit want to be paid in Tesla stock. On the one hand, the company is stronger for their work, on the other hand. after all they've learned about Musk's management, how do they think this is a good deal for them?

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FDA Law Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C. (HP&M), is pleased to announce that Director Anne Walsh will be speaking at the DIA Advertising and Promotion Regulatory Affairs Conference. This essential event for regulatory professionals in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industries will take place March 12-13, 2024, in Arlington, VA. Ms. Walsh will contribute her extensive expertise in FDA regulatory matters to a session titled “Global Ad Promo and Enforcement Insights,” addressing the complex

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

The DOJ said the deal would drive up prices for consumers. The post Antitrust Law’s Big Day appeared first on Above the Law.

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The IP Law Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

UPDATED 3/04/2024 On March 1, 2024, a lower Alabama federal court held that the Corporate Transparency Act, which requires certain businesses to file a BOI Report with FinCEN that includes information about their beneficial owners, is unconstitutional. Importantly, this ruling DOES NOT affect the legal obligation of entities formed in California, Nevada, or Delaware (among other states) to file their BIO Report within the timeframes specified in the chart below at this time.

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Above The Law

MARCH 4, 2024

We love to see it! The post A Florida Law School Is Teaching Its First Class Of Bar Takers appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

MARCH 4, 2024

Prosecutors on Monday urged a Manhattan federal jury to convict the former CEO of Stimwave Technologies for hawking a medical device for chronic pain sufferers with a bogus component designed to drive up billings, while defense counsel derided a lack of evidence to support the government's claims.

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