Paralegal Bootcamp
OCTOBER 21, 2022
When I was starting out, I kept watching videos on what a typical day looks like as a paralegal, and to be honest with you, it was quite challenging finding a YouTuber who talks about what they actually do as a paralegal. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. I currently work for a reputable litigation firm that specializes in bankruptcy, business disputes, real estate, and family law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Law students and young lawyers in Iran are reporting for JURIST on protests and related developments in Iran since the death in custody of Mahsa Amini. Here, filing separately, two of our correspondents in Tehran offer context and perspective on a new government regulation giving Iran’s judiciary the power to dismiss members of the country’s bar association just as lawyers struggle to represent people arrested in the current wave of demonstrations against the regime.
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The Estrin Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
by Sonya Sigler. “Who are you?” asked Bill Campbell, Intuit’s CEO at the time I was sitting in his office discussing business schools. I fumbled around for an answer, meandering all over the place, feeling not at all sure I had answered his question. Next he asked, “Who is Sonya Sigler?” Yeah, this question just confirmed that I really hadn’t answered his first question.
JURIST
OCTOBER 21, 2022
The majority of the Dutch Parliament Thursday voted to create a special tribunal to prosecute Russian military and political leaders for their acts of aggression during the nation’s invasion of Ukraine. According to the current proprosal, the tribunal would be established in The Hague. However, Thursday’s vote is not binding. Although the International Criminal Court (ICC) began investigation proceedings into Russian war crimes in Ukraine in March, the tribunal supported by the Dutch
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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.
The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Procedural justice principles are compatible with effective crimefighting, according to a study by the Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy at George Mason University. Researchers found that crime significantly declined in high-risk neighborhoods where police were trained to use principles that focus on treating people fairly and with respect. “Police can simultaneously focus on reform and crime reduction,” they concluded.
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The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Despite an aging incarcerated population, many states are failing to take advantage of compassionate release programs, according to a study by Families Against Mandatory Minimums. (FAMM) study. . One reason is that the guidelines for compassionate release remain vague, says FAMM. Even as state prison populations have declined, the number of prisoners 55 and older increased 400 percent over those two decades.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 21, 2022
“Justice Sonia Sotomayor talks the importance of civic engagement, her career on the bench; In a visit to Chicago, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor discussed her work as a judge and reckoning with increasing polarization in today’s politics”: Kaitlin Washburn of The Chicago Sun-Times has this report. And Eric Bradner and Shania Shelton of CNN report that “ Sotomayor speaks about the new dynamic of having 4 women on Supreme Court.” The post “Justice Sonia
The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Jimmy Jackson (front) with a work crew at Angola prison. Photo by Ron Levine/Prisoners of Age. Nationally, slavery is still legal in the United States for people in prison. That’s due to the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery but left an exception in place for the slavery of people convicted of crimes. Now, voters in Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, Oregon, and Vermont will all consider ballot measures in November to change their state constitutions and override the 13th Amendment’s exception
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 21, 2022
“A U.S. Supreme Court justice, a couple of rock stars, and a bunch of academic dignitaries will cap Penn president inauguration; Dating back centuries, inaugurations brim with pomp and circumstance; Penn’s is one of five at local colleges this month”: Susan Snyder of The Philadelphia Inquirer has this report. The post “A U.S.
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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.
LegalReader
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Incarcerated Louisianans, their loved ones, and all communities are negatively impacted by the great distances and logistical barriers that must be crossed to stay connected.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 21, 2022
“How Iowa Supreme Court’s McDermott, Oxley have decided big cases”: Laura Belin has this post at her “Bleeding Heartland” blog. The post “How Iowa Supreme Court’s McDermott, Oxley have decided big cases” appeared first on How Appealing.
The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
U.S. Attorney for the District of Idaho Josh Hurwit has announced a new COVID-19 Fraud Task Force to address rampant fraud taking advantage of federal pandemic relief programs within the state. The task force and its attached prosecutors will “work jointly to hold accountable criminals who unjustly enriched themselves at the expense of taxpayers by defrauding economic aid programs,” Audrey Dutton reports for the Idaho Capital Sun.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 21, 2022
“Remembering Judge Silberman”: The Federalist Society has posted on YouTube this discussion with D.C. Circuit Judge Gregory G. Katsas. The post “Remembering Judge Silberman” appeared first on How Appealing.
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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.
The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
For every five people shot and killed by police officers across over 150 police departments with the highest rates of police shootings, another four people were injured in police shootings but survived, according to a new report from the Washington Post. Nonfatal shooting data is largely obscure on the national level, but, in a new analysis from the Washington Post’s Brian Howey, Wesley Lowery and Steven Rich.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 21, 2022
“Linda Greenhouse — What’s Happened to the Supreme Court: Reflections on 45 Years of Court Watching.” The Indiana University Maurer School of Law has posted this video on YouTube. The post “Linda Greenhouse — What’s Happened to the Supreme Court: Reflections on 45 Years of Court Watching.” appeared first on How Appealing.
The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
For the fifth round of auditing since 2008, Baltimore City Circuit Court’s clerk’s office was found to be failing systemically to collect millions in overdue criminal fines and penalties, Cassidy Jensen reports for the Baltimore Sun. In the latest audit, outstanding criminal court fees in the records of the Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office totaled $12.7 million as of March 2022, including $7.6 in fines overdue since at least 2008.
HowAppealing
OCTOBER 21, 2022
“Judge Ho’s Yale boycott is the best idea yet for pushing back on illiberal law schools”: Ilya Shapiro has this essay online at the Washington Examiner. The post “Judge Ho’s Yale boycott is the best idea yet for pushing back on illiberal law schools” appeared first on How Appealing.
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The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Reports of hate crimes are surging in Chicago, with crimes targeting Black and Jewish people reported at higher rates than other groups, Nancy Andrade, chair of Chicago’s Commission on Human Relations, warned during Chicago City Council budget hearings this week, Fran Spielman reports for the Chicago Sun-Times. Hate crimes reported to the commission have increased 71 percent for the year so far compared to 2021.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Some partners wish they could've done the same thing when they were associates. The post Partner Praises Associates Willing To Buck Biglaw’s ‘Miserable’ Work-Life Balance Trends appeared first on Above the Law.
The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Despite laws that are meant to prevent certain people who present a danger to others from possessing guns, Texas’ criminal justice system largely lacks set programs for people to surrender firearms to law enforcement, a problem advocates and agency officials blame on a lack of resources to build out firearm transfer programs across the state, William Melhado reports for the Texas Tribune.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Crackerjack investigation. The post Remember The Supreme Court Leak Investigation? Why Has Everyone Gotten So Quiet About That? appeared first on Above the Law.
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The Crime Report
OCTOBER 21, 2022
A decision from an appeals court might take federal investigators off the consumer protection beat. Contradicting precedent, The Fifth Circuit of Appeals’ ruled in Community Financial Services v. CFPB that the federal Consumer Protection Bureau’s funding structure violates the constitution’s separation of powers requirements. The decision may tee up the Supreme Court to dismantle a finance regulator meant to protect Americans from predatory actors, abuse and fraud, Matt Ford argues for The New
Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2022
This is just kind of sad. The post Ye’s ‘Buyout’ Of Parler Looks Very Much Like A Failed Company Taking Advantage Of Troubled Rich Guy appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 21, 2022
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Friday Sergeant Juan Maldonado, one of the state troopers who responded to a shooting at Robb Elementary School in May. The department did not release a statement, but a spokesperson informed ABC New s that papers of termination were served to Maldonado on Friday. In July, Uvalde Police Department released body camera footage showing Maldonado at the school within four minutes of being notified of the shooting.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Business professionals and staff are more valuable than ever, so why do so many law firms treat them like second-class citizens? The post The Haves And The Have Nots appeared first on Above the Law.
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