Paralegal Bootcamp
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Free Paralegal Resume Review Program. The Paralegal Boot Camp is excited to launch our weekly Paralegal Resume Review program at no charge to unemployed paralegals looking for some feedback on their resume. How does this program work? You submit your paralegal resume to us in a Word file with identifying information removed, such as: your name, contact information, and employer names.
The Estrin Report
OCTOBER 12, 2020
Every Legal Professional's To Do List Wear mask. Ride the horse in the direction it is going. Social distance. There was too much huggy, kissy stuff anyway. Wash hands over and over and over. Use hand lotion to restore your youthful dewy look. Don't go to big parties or large or even medium gatherings of any kind. It's not worth dying for. Listen to the scientists.
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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
OCTOBER 13, 2020
There are legal consumers out there who don’t want you, you know. There is a subset of DIY legal consumers that want legal information, advice and services -- but, they don’t want to pay a lawyer for those items, because they think that lawyers are too expensive, and because they think that they can do a passable job on their own. In certain instances, they’re probably right -- on both counts.
Diane Drain
OCTOBER 11, 2020
Leading Lawyers Weigh In on Portrayal In The Media – (includes quote from Diane Drain) Can you remember the very first time you came across the word ‘lawyer’? EXCERPT (from KTVN 12 News , WFXG Fox News 54, and WFMJ 21 ) For most of us it was on a television series such as ‘Law & Order’ or ‘Suits’. Perhaps you watched your parents enjoying shows such as ‘LA Law’ or ‘Cops’?
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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.
LDA PRO
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Legal Document Assistants can come to your help in many spheres, whether it is family-related or property-related or a small claim. And, here, we proudly offer you our qualified LDAs to serve you. To assist in your estate planning. At Ldaprolegal, we can sort out your real estate issues and provide the necessary support to preserve your financial assets.
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LegalTalkNetwork
OCTOBER 14, 2020
by Molly McDonough. These three episodes can help you: Take a break from the real world of nasty election politics and dive into a fictional one. Find out how to quit selling and help clients buy. Take a closer look at Covid-19 shutdowns and Ohio’s liability shield. ONE: If the real world is taking its toll, voting rights lawyer turned novelist Steven Wright has an escape route.
A People's Choice
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Like most legal proceedings, the required documents for California divorces will vary based on the circumstances at hand. However, there are some forms that most - if not all - California divorcees will require. Unfortunately, that doesn't mean they're simple. Read on for an explanation of some of the most common California divorce forms. Then, contact A People's Choice for help completing and filing your paperwork!
Open Law Lab
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Another summer read, that is definitely a must for this strange time of COVID-19 and changing court process, is the book Reimagining Courts, A design for the 21st century by Victor Flango and Tom Clarke. This wonderful, directly written book collect data and ideas for how the court system in the United States might be improved to be more human-centered and more efficient.
Legal Research is Easy
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Have you ever been talking to someone and then you ask them a question they say, "Huh?" Makes you wonder if they were even listening. So, what's the difference between hearing and listening? Is there a difference? According to a BBC recording I listened to, the moderator noted that: We use hear for sounds that come to our ears, without us necessarily trying to hear them!
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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.
SAV Paralegal Services
OCTOBER 13, 2020
An employer in Ontario is permitted by law to terminate an employee without cause from their job for various reasons, but only if they provide notice of termination ahead of time or payment in lieu of notice often referred to as severance pay or termination pay. A wrongful dismissal in Ontario occurs when an employer terminates an employee without providing them advanced notice of termination or appropriate severance pay in lieu of notice.
A People's Choice
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Sometimes people sign divorce agreements on a whim simply to end their marriage as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, once these agreements become official judgments by the court, they cannot be changed. However, under certain rare circumstances, the court may agree to a modification in a property division provision from a divorce agreement. To read the complete article, please click on the link Changing Property Division in a California Divorce Agreement – Requirements and Statute on Lim
Open Law Lab
OCTOBER 16, 2020
How do we activate people along the Justice pathway? I am lucky to be in a wonderful group of young scholars focused on access to Justice, with support from the American Bar Foundation and the JPB Foundation. At our event this month to get to know each other’s research topics and findings, one theme has emerged as a focus in access to justice scholarship: When we talk about access to justice research + interventions, can we have a common understanding of what a ‘justice pathway’
Dwyer,Williams&Cherkoss
OCTOBER 16, 2020
How Much Time Do I Have To File An Auto Accident Lawsuit? If you or someone you know was injured in an auto accident, there are a number of laws and regulations that you are most likely coming across as you deal with your particular situation. You probably have a lot of questions. And one. Read More.
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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.
SAV Paralegal Services
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Your employer says they have to lay you off or asks you to work fewer hours “until things pick up.” Learn your rights if you're laid off from work. General Rule: lay-off is illegal. Generally speaking, an employer can not lay you off whenever they want as it would be a breach of the employment contract and as such he shall give you a notice of termination or a payment in lieu of such notice.
A People's Choice
OCTOBER 11, 2020
Divorce is not easy for men OR women; however, battling for child custody can be even more difficult for fathers. For example, many people automatically assume a mother will be granted sole physical custody of their child after a divorce. As a result, it's important for men to learn how to increase their chances of acquiring custody, granted that it is in the child's best interest.
Open Law Lab
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Here is a terrific visual guide for all those making legal aid, court, or government help websites. It is from the Gov.UK team, and it lays out key principles and design patterns for more accessible websites and apps. Thanks to Nora al-Haider for the recommendation! This set of posters will be going up next to my work desk. Any digital service team can benefit from this simple, direct guidance — and the team who made them in the UK are looking for any further feedback or additions.
SCOCAblog
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Overview In September 2020, an Alameda County judge issued a preliminary injunction prohibiting University of California undergraduate campuses from accepting SAT or ACT test scores for admissions or financial aid purposes.[1] In a seventeen-page order, Judge Brad Seligman found that the UC’s current “test-optional” policy constituted unlawful discrimination toward persons with disabilities under California’s Education Code and Unruh Civil Rights Act.
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SAV Paralegal Services
OCTOBER 13, 2020
How do I know if my severance pay or termination pay is fair? There are a lot of myths, misconceptions, and misinformation when it comes to your employment entitlements in Ontario. There is no greater area of confusion than determining how to calculate severance pay or termination pay when an individual is terminated. As an employment Paralegal, there are many formulas both employees and employers should use when calculating entitlements – one week per year of service, one month per year, and so
A People's Choice
OCTOBER 14, 2020
California law acknowledges that full probate is unnecessary for small estates and offers simplified probate alternatives for estates valued at less than $166,250. If your estate is worth more than that, you can still avoid probate by setting up a California living trust. You do not need to hire a lawyer to establish your living trust; a California legal document assistant can prepare the living trust documents for you for a much lower price than a lawyer would charge.
NCBA
OCTOBER 13, 2020
The Communications Committee has just made it easier for members to submit nominations for Paralegal Spotlight and proposed blog posts. Here’s the scoop. Nominate a Paralegal for Paralegal Spotlight Paralegal Spotlight is a monthly blog publication designed to inspire virtual networking by showcasing paralegal division members on the Paralegal Division blog.
OilandGasLawyer
OCTOBER 12, 2020
From Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville, 1835-1840: “Political parties in the United States, like political parties everywhere, feel a need to rally around an individual in order to communicate ore effectively with the masses. Thus they generally use the name of the presidential candidate as a symbol: they make him the personification of their theories.
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SAV Paralegal Services
OCTOBER 14, 2020
As an Employment Paralegal, one of the most common issues I face is confusion from clients over whether they are (or a particular worker is) an “employee,” or “independent contractor.” It is important to understand how workers are classified, and what that means for them in terms of pay rate, benefits, and legal protections upon termination. At SAV Paralegal Services , we can help you to navigate this complex question and which one of these applies to you.
A People's Choice
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Military divorce is often complicated by one spouse's potential deployment and active duty status. Read on to learn how military service impacts child custody and support orders during divorce. Then, discover free resources to help your military divorce run smoothly. To read the complete article, please click on the link Child Custody and Support in Military Divorce This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.
SquirePattonBoggs
OCTOBER 11, 2020
Ohioans have four ways to cast a ballot in this (currently underway) Presidential election: (1) vote in person on election day, (2) vote in person at some point in the four weeks leading up to election day, (3) mail in an absentee ballot; or (4) drop off an absentee ballot at a drop box. Given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in Ohio and across the U.S., Ohio voters are reasonably anxious about casting their vote in-person—options one and two—as detailed in the A.
Nolo's Blog
OCTOBER 16, 2020
Before you get involved in any marriage-based websites, you must understand a single important reality – locating a good foreign mail order brides can be quite a tricky affair. This has been made even harder by the huge rate of fraud that prevails through this industry. To make sure that you get the ideal service right away, you should be choose adequate advice about the process.
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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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