Paralegal Bootcamp
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
As a child, the first time I gave thought to what I wanted to be when I grew up, I immediately knew I wanted to work for myself. Freelance work as a paralegal wasn’t my first thought though. I had envisioned a successful veterinary practice in which I and a couple of other veterinarians and assistants were able to care for and save every animal in the world.
LawSites
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
JusticeText , a three-year-old startup that makes it easier for public defenders in criminal cases to review body cam and other video footage, has raised a seed round of $2.2 million, it said today. Investors in the round include Bloomberg Beta, True Ventures, Tubbs Ventures, Higher Ground Labs, Parameter Ventures, Incite.org, Google Black Founders Fund, and MIT Solve, as well as angel investors such as LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman, Grammy-winning musician John Legend, Dorothy Chou, head of p
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My Shingle
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Some lawyers refuse to experiment with flat fee billing – not because of confusion over how to set prices or concerns over uncharging — but because they believe that flat fees raise ethical red flags.
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Prison sentences should be reviewed and considered for resentencing within 10 years, according to the Sentencing Project. Research shows criminal careers typically end within a decade, and that recidivism rates fall measurably after about a decade of imprisonment, wrote Senior Research Analysts N azgol Ghandnoosh and Ashley Nellis in a briefing paper released Thursday.
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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.
LegalReader
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
If you publicly trash your ex-spouse, it could ruin your chances of winning the case and may be used as evidence of parental alienation. .
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LegalReader
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Bills from past consumption are coming due. Economic gaps between what we need and what we can afford are severe. It's time to live more simply. There may be no other choice.
LawSites
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
Oakley Capital, a major European private equity investor, has acquired majority ownership of vLex , the international legal research platform. The investment means that vLex will now have more resources available to drive its growth, including in the United States, and potentially to make acquisitions of other companies that will further that growth, a company spokesperson said. vLex is unique among legal research services for its breadth of international coverage.
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Attorneys spend a lot of valuable time redlining and negotiating contracts. According to a recent poll , 91% of contract negotiators (myself included) use MS Word Track Changes to redline contracts. But how many of us truly know how to use this tool efficiently and effectively? Probably not very many. Because we didn’t receive formal training on how to use Word for redlining contracts.
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Abused COVID relief funds totaling $286 million, intended for small companies but siphoned off by con-artists using stolen or made-up identities, have been recovered by the federal government, according to the Secret Service. Co-conspirators applied for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) using false identities and opened thousands of accounts at Green Dot Bank, a Texas-based online banking service, in order to access the cash using debit cards, NBC News reports.
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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
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
The Australian parliament Thursday passed new legislation pledging to reduce carbon emissions by 43 percent by the year 2030 and to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The laws mark the first Australian climate change legislation in over a decade and are the first substantial steps to combat climate change from the Australian Labor Party (ALP).
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
Spoiler Alert: There will be more stalling. The post Georgia Judge Tells Lindsey Graham To Quit Stalling And Take His Biscuits Down To The Grand Jury appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Share Jeffrey Minear, who has served as the counselor to Chief Justice John Roberts since 2006, will retire at the end of the month, the court announced on Tuesday. Much like a chief of staff, the counselor to the chief justice is a vaguely defined position with broad responsibilities, including helping the chief oversee the Judicial Conference of the United States and serving as the chief’s representative to other branches of government, foreign courts, and visiting dignitaries.
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Illustration by AK Rockefeller via Flickr. The ‘vast majority” of individuals incarcerated in state prisons are forced to work menial jobs for poverty-level pay, according to a new Prison Policy Initiative (PPI) policy brief. As a result, most leave prison poorly qualified to find a job in civilian society that will keep them out of the corrections system, the report said.
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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
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Friday announced a lawsuit against Starbucks for the alleged illegal termination of Austin Locke, a barista and union organizer. DCWP filed a complaint in the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, the city’s central, independent administrative law court. The DCWP , formed by the NYC Consumer Protection Law of 1969, seeks to “protect and enhance the daily economic lives of New Yorkers.” Locke informed
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Law School Classes Will Be Taught About This Decision: But not in the good way. Speaking Of Teaching A Class About Bad Legal Calls: A class on Elon Musk! Legal Jobs Lost: This is not what we call a *good* sign. Ginni Thomas Gets A Lot More Attention Than A SCOTUS Spouse Should: Jamie Raskin weighs in on her potential testimony before the January 6th Committee.
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
What are you doing to get more of the referrals you want? You can build a steady stream of referral business — maybe not enough to stop buying ads, but enough to sustain and grow your practice — if you have a good plan. Here’s a guide to building and managing your lawyer referrals network. Table of Contents Building Your Referral Network 1. Who to Ask for Referrals 2.
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
A new report has found that the varying disciplines of forensic science, which frequently work closely with law enforcement, are also generally whiter than the U.S. population it serves, reports USA Today. The report, published in Forensic Science International: Synergy , is one of the first of its kind due almost primarily to an overall lack of good data on the subject.
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JURIST
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has appointed Austrian diplomat Volker T ürk to be the next High Commissioner for Human Rights. Following approval by the UN General Assembly, Türk will replace Chilean national Michelle Bachelet. Bachelet decided not to seek a second term after she served as the High Commissioner for Human Rights from 1 September, 2018, until 31 August, 2022.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
Kochava allegedly sold geolocation data from hundreds of millions of cell phones that showed people’s visits to reproductive health clinics, places of worship, homeless and domestic violence shelters and addiction recovery facilities. .
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Email (and, therefore, Outlook) has taken over our days. It’s time to take control back and make space for more meaningful work. These five Outlook tips for legal professionals will help you stay focused and get through your email faster. Outlook Tips for Legal Professionals. 1. Drag and Drop to Create Appointments, Tasks and Contacts. You can easily convert emails to appointments, tasks and contacts with a quick drag and drop.
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
A new report in California says that sexual and physical violence is causing a health crisis in the state. According to the most recent annual report from the California Study on Violence Experiences across the Lifespan (CalVEX) from the Center on Gender Equity and Health at the University of California San Diego, violence is increasing in California, with notable increases since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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JURIST
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
A Texas federal judge Wednesday ruled that private employers do not have to provide health insurance coverage for HIV prevention drugs (PrEP drugs) and other preventative care if it violates their religious rights. The ruling means private employers can now offer health insurance plans that exclude or limits coverage of PrEP drugs, contraception, the HPV vaccine, and screenings and behavioral counseling for STDs and drug use.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
What are law firms (and everyone else) doing wrong? The post Bad News About Lawyers’ Income – And Their Feckless Cybersecurity appeared first on Above the Law.
LegalReader
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
A good parent should know every detail about their children, education, friends, etc. Although many parents underestimate this aspect, you’d be surprised at how much knowing small details will help you win your custody case.
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
The burgeoning legal cannabis industry has become a powerful economic driver in many states. But since marijuana is still classified in federal law as an illicit substance, growers have no access to federal bankruptcy protection, undermining the industry’s potential, warns a new report. Cannabis remains a Schedule 1 drug federally – on par with heroin – allowing the Controlled Substance Act (CSA) to block bankruptcy relief to businesses that sell the product, acting as “the boogeyman of ba
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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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