Attorney at Work
JANUARY 4, 2024
OpenAI's Prompt Guide for ChatGPT and other LLMs contains a wealth of knowledge to up your game. The post A Gift for Lawyers in the New Year: OpenAI’s Prompt Guide for ChatGPT appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Law 360
JANUARY 4, 2024
As the legal landscape shifts, it’s become increasingly clear that the BigLaw business model must adapt in four key ways to remain viable, from fostering workplace flexibility to embracing technology, say Kevin Henderson and Eric Pacifici at SMB Law Group.
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Law 360
JANUARY 4, 2024
In 2023, companies grappled with an unprecedented array of data privacy and cybersecurity challenges that are likely to continue in 2024, meaning businesses will be well-served to incorporate strategies, such as data governance and website configuration, into their compliance programs, say Steven Stransky at Thompson Hine and Violet Sullivan at Crum & Forster.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JANUARY 3, 2024
For lawyers who engage with the buying public – which is just about every lawyer, whether they’re working with consumers o r businesses – workshops can be a great way to build a client and referral base, as well as solidifying an attorney’s expertise. Estate planning lawyers for example, have success running workshops, and often include related professionals, like financial planners.
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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.
JURIST
DECEMBER 31, 2023
The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit temporarily stayed a district court’s preliminary injunction on Saturday that blocked a California law that prohibits concealed carry permit holders from carrying firearms in most public places. In a two-page order, the court paused the district court injunction pending the resolution of the appeal.
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Above The Law
JANUARY 4, 2024
There are now more women in law school than ever before. The post Women Continue To Make History When It Comes To Law School Enrollment appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
DECEMBER 31, 2023
The Internet changed the way lawyers communicate, but it otherwise made only modest changes in the nature of legal work. Generative AI will be a tsunami. Can or should the American Bar Association and other bar associations attempt to influence the development and regulation of AI, to steer it in particular directions? Since the past can be prologue, it’s worth considering a previous attempt by the organized bar to grapple with another revolutionary technology.
Above The Law
JANUARY 3, 2024
Do law firms recognize the gravity of the challenges they’re facing? The post How 160 Legal Tech Decision-Makers Are Combating Cybersecurity Threats appeared first on Above the Law.
Above The Law
JANUARY 3, 2024
This shouldn't be a radical idea, but in Biglaw it is. The post Biglaw Firm To Offer Reduced Work Schedule — With Reduced Pay, Of Course appeared first on Above the Law.
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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
DECEMBER 31, 2023
The United Nations (UN) deployed peacekeepers to the northwest of the Central African Republic (CAR) after a deadly attack last week that killed 23 civilians. According to a Wednesday report from the UN, the 3R rebel group was allegedly responsible for the attack which occurred in the Nzakoundou village. The peacekeepers were sent to “strengthen security and facilitate humanitarian aid access” in light of “tense” conditions following the attack.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Fishermen go to Supreme Court saying they may lose family business over federal regulation; Case challenges 1984 Chevron ruling that requires judges to defer to federal agencies”: Alex Swoyer and Stephen Dinan of The Washington Times have this report. The post “Fishermen go to Supreme Court saying they may lose family business over federal regulation; Case challenges 1984 Chevron ruling that requires judges to defer to federal agencies” appeared first on How Appealing.
SCOTUSBlog
JANUARY 4, 2024
Share The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. The Supreme Court will consider a whopping 472 petitions and applications at this Friday’s conference, making it the biggest conference since the behemoth end-of-summer “long conference.
Above The Law
JANUARY 3, 2024
Professor Steven Calabresi defends Clarence Thomas as 'incorruptible.' Bad satire or has he lost his damn mind? The post Clarence Thomas Can Take Bribes Because He Grew Up Poor, Declares Professor appeared first on Above the Law.
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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
JANUARY 2, 2024
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India in a press release Sunday that 43 individuals allegedly involvement in attacks at the Indian High Commission in London and at the Indian Consulate in San Francisco have been identified. The individuals have been recognized as “Khalistan supporters” who demand the creation of a majority Sikh separatist state, known as Khalistan, in the Punjab region of India.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Michael Avenatti asks 2nd Circuit to dump conviction for cheating Stormy Daniels; The disbarred California attorney says his wire fraud and identity theft convictions should be reversed because of the trial judge’s ‘prejudicial’ instructions to jurors”: Josh Russell of Courthouse News Service has this report. You can access the audio of today’s oral argument before a three-judge panel of the U.S.
Patently O
JANUARY 4, 2024
Hsuanyeh Law Group v. Winston & Strawn , 23-cv-11193 (S.D.N.Y. 2024) A recent copyright infringement lawsuit filed by small Boston intellectual property boutique Hsuanyeh Law Group PC (HLG) against international giant Winston & Strawn LLP focuses a dividing line that can highlight when copying the work of another firm is permissible. I believe that Winston & Strawn will eventually prevail based upon a fair use defense, but it is still an embarrassing situation for the firm and attor
Above The Law
JANUARY 2, 2024
The Chief's federal judiciary's year-end report may as well have been generated by ChatGPT. The post John Roberts Once Again Uses Judiciary’s Annual Report To Express His Utmost Contempt For The Public appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
DECEMBER 31, 2023
US federal Judge Stephen Locher on Friday blocked key provisions of SF 496 , an Iowa law prohibiting school libraries from distributing books containing LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues. Judge Locher stated that the law “sweeps so broadly,” that more than 500 books, including literary classics and self-help books, faced removal. Iowa claimed that the selection of books contained in a library constituted “government speech.” Under the governmental speech doctrine , the go
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Florida abortion amendment gets enough signatures for 2024 ballot; The constitutional amendment still needs the approval of the Florida Supreme Court to qualify”: Romy Ellenbogen of The Tampa Bay Times has this report. The post “Florida abortion amendment gets enough signatures for 2024 ballot; The constitutional amendment still needs the approval of the Florida Supreme Court to qualify” appeared first on How Appealing.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 2, 2024
Updated: A boutique law firm alleges that Winston & Strawn infringed its copyright by filing a motion to dismiss that has a “striking resemblance” to…
Above The Law
JANUARY 5, 2024
From the look-who's-(capable-of)-talking-(without-fear-of-being-fined) dept. The post Federal Court Says First Amendment Protects Engineers Who Offer Expert Testimony Without A License appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
DECEMBER 30, 2023
The Media Freedom Coalition (MFC) released a statement on Friday calling attention to media freedom in Hong Kong. The MFC is a partnership of 50 countries formed in 2019 that advocates media freedom and the safety of journalists. The statement expresses the MFC’s deep concern at the “Hong Kong and mainland Chinese authorities’ continued attacks on freedom of the press and their suppression of independent local media in Hong Kong” As per the statement, the prosecution of media w
HowAppealing
JANUARY 5, 2024
“Here’s what the Supreme Court faces as justices discuss Trump’s eligibility”: Joan Biskupic of CNN has this news analysis. The post “Here’s what the Supreme Court faces as justices discuss Trump’s eligibility” appeared first on How Appealing.
iHire
JANUARY 3, 2024
Why are resume objective statements outdated, and what should you use instead? Get expert advice from a Certified Master Resume Writer on what to put in a resume summary.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 4, 2024
I do not recall ever facing a new year with such a sense of trepidation and even fear of what to expect. The presidential election campaign of 2024 promises to be unlike any we have seen in American history, and it seems inevitable that the U.S. Supreme Court will play a large role. And the docket for the current term is filled with major issues about controversial matters, such as abortion, administrative law, gun rights and the First Amendment and social media.
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