Above The Law
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Lawyers should pre-spend some of their incoming bonus money on something noble: giving back to their communities. The post Biglaw Firms Should Give Associates Bonuses On This ‘Giving Tuesday’ So They Can Give Back appeared first on Above the Law.
Paralegal Bootcamp
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
If you’re a paralegal and you’ve asked yourself, where do I want to take my career from here or if you’ve ever questioned if the skills that you’re obtaining as a paralegal working in a law firm could eventually transfer to a career that’s outside the typical law firm this interview will give you great insights. Melissa Andrews was a paralegal for around 15 years and is now working in health care compliance and privacy.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Panama’s Supreme Court unanimously held Tuesday that the 20-year concession for the Canadian Cobre Panamá copper mine was unconstitutional. In its judgement, the courts found that Law 406 of October 20, 2023, which granted the mining concession to Minera Panama, the Panamanian subsidiary of Canadian First Quantum Minerals, was unconstitutional and struck down the entire law.
LDA PRO
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
The legal landscape can be complex, and when it comes to matters like probate, having the right professionals by your side is crucial. In this detailed article, we’ll delve into the world of probate paralegals, highlighting their role, the intricacies of their expertise, and the essential services provided by LDA Pro Legal. Throughout this exploration, we’ll touch on related topics, including non-payment eviction notices, living trusts preparation in Roseville, the availability of pa
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Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
According to a UN report issued Tuesday, there has been a rise in gang violence in Haiti’s central rural region, an area previously considered safe from the increased instability in the country. The report includes a call for the urgent deployment of the multinational security support mission, as well as reinforcement of local police forces. For the past year, Haiti has seen a sharp rise in killings, kidnappings and sexual violence at the hands of criminal groups in Port-au-Prince and surr
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
The Human Rights Council of Pakistan (HRCP) released a statement Tuesday concerning “state machinery” stopping the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party (led by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan ) from participating in political activities. The Council denounced the move as being a “fundamental violation of human rights” as leaders and members of the party are being arrested for carrying out political duties.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“SEC’s in-house enforcement powers at risk in US Supreme Court case”: Andrew Chung of Reuters has this report. Greg Stohr of Bloomberg News reports that “ Ex-Hedge Fund Boss Fights SEC at Supreme Court With Big Backers; George Jarkesy is challenging the SEC’s use of in-house judges; SEC uses administrative judges for hundreds of cases each year.” In commentary, online at Slate, Alan B.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
An NGO dedicated to protecting online privacy rights filed a complaint Tuesday against Meta’s paid no-ad subscription service. Meta’s service prevents individual data from reaching advertising companies on their websites, for a fee of up to 251 euros. Otherwise, users can “consent” to continue to use the site with ads. The NGO that filed the complaint against Meta is called NOYB , which stands for “None of Your Business.” According to NOYB, privacy is a fundam
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“An unusually high-spirited day at the Supreme Court. (Laughter.) In cases over the Double Jeopardy Clause and review of deportation decisions, Georgia and DOJ are likely to lose. But also, a possibility of something more.” Chris Geidner has this post at his Substack site. The post “An unusually high-spirited day at the Supreme Court.
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JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, was denied an open court trial Tuesday following threats to his life. Due to these safety concerns, the planned open trial regarding Khan’s alleged actions of leaking state secrets did not go ahead. Khan was indicted with leaking state secrets in late October alongside Vice Chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, a crime that could result in a death sentence.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“Group Tied to Supreme Court Patron Leo Pours $103 Million Into Conservative Causes; 85 Fund increased funding by more than 33% since 2021; The group gave $2.3 million to the Federalist Society”: Emily Birnbaum of Bloomberg News has this report. The post “Group Tied to Supreme Court Patron Leo Pours $103 Million Into Conservative Causes; 85 Fund increased funding by more than 33% since 2021; The group gave $2.3 million to the Federalist Society” appeared first on How Appe
JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Three Portuguese environmental groups, Ultimo Recurso, Quercus and Sciaeno, filed a legal action in court Monday against the Portuguese government in response to the perceived lack of effort to enact legislation created to tackle climate change. According to the National Energy and Climate Plan 2030 , Portugal was to decarbonize the economy, promote sustainable mobility and put energy sufficiency first, among many other goals, and reduce emissions between 45 and 55 percent.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“Supreme Court questions Ga. decision to retry suspect after acquittal; Justices examine case where jury found a defendant not guilty by reason of insanity on one of three charges but convicted on two others”: Robert Barnes of The Washington Post has this report. And in commentary, online at Balls and Strikes, Madiba K. Dennie has a post titled “ Supreme Court Seems Uninterested In Georgia’s Argument That ‘Verdicts’ Aren’t ‘Verdicts’; The justices
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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.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Law students from the European Union are reporting for JURIST on law-related events in and affecting the European Union and its member states. Ciara Dinneny is JURIST’s European Bureau Chief and a trainee solicitor with the Law Society of Ireland. She files this dispatch from Dublin. Dublin saw an extraordinary outbreak of violence last Thursday following a knife attack outside a school in the city center which led to riots across the Irish capital.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“Justices Set to Broaden Judicial Review in Deportation Cases; Immigrants can seek hardship waiver from deportation; Courts have limited jurisdiction to review agency decisions”: Kimberly Strawbridge Robinson of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Justices Set to Broaden Judicial Review in Deportation Cases; Immigrants can seek hardship waiver from deportation; Courts have limited jurisdiction to review agency decisions” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
The Texas Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday in a case challenging abortion bans that prohibit the procedure in the instance of a medical emergency. In the case, State v. Zurawski , patients and physicians challenged the state’s abortion laws as it relates to pregnancy complications where the procedure may be necessary. Nine justices considered whether a temporary injunction ruled by the lower court should be placed.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“Should Pa. courts be allowed to intervene in the impeachment drive against Philly DA Larry Krasner? The state Supreme Court questioned whether courts should be allowed to effectively strike down an impeachment approved by the state House, or if it should be resolved at a trial in the Senate.” Chris Palmer and Gillian McGoldrick of The Philadelphia Inquirer have this report.
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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.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Authorities in Mexico’s Jalisco state announced on Sunday that the body of anti-mining activist Higinio Trinidad de la Cruz had been discovered. The Jalisco Prosecutor’s Office reported that De la Cruz was killed in an area between the states of Jalisco and Colima. The activist’s body displayed a gunshot wound. Higinio Trinidad de la Cruz was a vocal environmental defender belonging to the indigenous community of Ayotitlán in Jalisco and a member of Jalisco’s State Indig
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“Why the Fifth Circuit Keeps Making Such Outlandish Decisions: The court is leaning into its reputation as a welcoming home for right-wing litigation.” Law professor Stephen I. Vladeck has this essay online at The Atlantic. The post “Why the Fifth Circuit Keeps Making Such Outlandish Decisions: The court is leaning into its reputation as a welcoming home for right-wing litigation.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Brian Greene | The idea of being a jack-of-all-trades is appealing, but we found our sweet spot really getting to know a specific industry. The post How Narrow Focus Can Lead to Broad Opportunities for a Small Law Firm appeared first on Attorney at Work.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
“Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor Presides Over Ames Moot Court Final at Harvard Law School”: Jo B. Lemann and Neil H. Shah of The Harvard Crimson have this report. Harvard Law School has posted on YouTube a video of the event titled “ Ames Moot Court Competition 2023.” The post “Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor Presides Over Ames Moot Court Final at Harvard Law School” appeared first on How Appealing.
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Above The Law
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Biglaw attorneys launch fight over spacing and everyone loses. The post Heated Litigation Fight Over ‘Double-Spacing’ Ends In Judge Telling Everyone To Shut Up appeared first on Above the Law.
My Shingle
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
There are as many reasons for law firm ownership as there are law firms. Are you: Maybe it’s finally time to make 2024 the year you start your law practice. You won’t be alone. In the wake of the pandemic, declaring ownership of one’s talent isn’t a moment but a movement. Workers across all industries… The post Make 2024 The Year You Start Your Law Practice appeared first on My Shingle.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Members of the legal community have long wondered why Paul Watford quit the bench at such a young age. Now we know that the Supreme Court played a role in his decision. The post Former Federal Judge Explains Why Supreme Court’s Decisions In <em>Dobbs</em>, <em>Bruen</em> Led To Him Stepping Down appeared first on Above the Law.
The Process Street
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
A 2017 study from Pew Research found that more than 70% of the U.S. is scared that robots are going to take over our lives. And, while we can’t perfectly predict the emergence of a Skynet singularity, we can say with some certainty that technology is set to take over the repetitive, dehumanizing elements of our jobs instead of putting us out of work.
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