Paralegal Bootcamp

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Transcript Have you been a little bit more stressed out than normal lately? Me too. All right, this episode is going to be for you. I interviewed Vincent Ascolese and I’ve got a surprise for you. Now, it’s about mindfulness, but I wanted to jump in before the interview and give you a little heads-up. He surprised me and you’re going to want to stay to the end to hear the surprise, but I don’t want you to fast forward to it because it won’t be as cool of a surprise b

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The Estrin Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

AI in R esumes: A M iracle D rug b ut U se with C aution By Chere Estrin Using AI to assist with resume writing isnt a bad thing. In fact, it can be incredibly helpful, like a miracle drug for structuring your experience and highlighting key skills. The problem arises when you dont tone it down, make it realistic, and put your own imprint on it. AI has a habit of taking direct, action-based job descriptions and drowning them in flowery, corporate jargon.

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In our forthcoming Spring 2025 publication, Fighting the Hypothetical: Why Law Firms Should Rethink the Billable Hour in the Generative AI Era, [1] we hypothesize that Generative AI (GenAI) technology will change forever how legal services are delivered and will force law firms to re-engineer their legacy economic model. The legal industry stands at a critical inflection point, because GenAI now can automate many routine legal tasks that have been handled for decades by junior professionals at p

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Laura is a sophisticated and well-regarded lawyer practicing in Chicago’s North Shore. With over a decade of experience in employment law, she primarily advises small business owners. When we met to discuss her practice, I quickly uncovered that she was suffering from a serious affliction: “Analysis Paralysis.” She also exhibited symptoms of “Perfectionism” and “Risk Aversion.” While Im obviously joking about the medical diagnosis, the issue is no joke a

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Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base

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Attorney at Work

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Roy Ginsburg | While the legal desert persists in rural America, promising steps toward change are being taken. Will they be sufficient? The post Can Rural America Reverse the Legal Desert Trend? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

By Sean Fitzpatrick | CEO, LexisNexis North America, UK, Ireland At LexisNexis®, we work with our customers to transform legal work … that mission.

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Sterno

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

When it comes to legal services, I believe that foundations matter more than flash. Today, I want to talk about a number that perfectly captures what that means for Steno clients: our Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 89.

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Argentina’s political opposition on Saturday called for Javier Milei to face an impeachment trial in the Chamber of Deputies following the recommendation of the President for a cryptocurrency which crashed later. In a post on X, Milei had recommended a crypto coin named $LIBRA, which plummeted just a few hours later, forcing the president to delete the tweet and raising concerns of a rug pull , which is when developers abandon a legitimate project after assets’ values rise and leave

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According t o the latest Job Optimism report by consulting firm Robert Half, what percentage of legal professionals say they’re satisfied in their current job? Hint: The strong job satisfaction means fewer people in the legal industry are looking for new jobs only 25% of respondents say they are looking for a new role, down from 40% last year.

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Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

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Paralegal.edu

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) will hold its 75th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. Due to the large number of graduates who reside outside of the Houston area, this event will be presented via a virtual live stream to acknowledge the accomplishments of all graduates equally.

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Attorney at Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Considering a legal career advocating for children? Shari Shink, founder of Rocky Mountain Children's Law Center, explains what it takes. The post It Takes Legal Warriors to Advocate for Children in Foster Care appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Former prosecutor Nathanial Akerman urged a federal judge overseeing the prosecution of NYC Mayor Adams to appoint a special counsel to review the US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) abrupt request to drop charges on Monday. Akerman was a former Watergate prosecutor and this comes amid growing scrutiny of the DOJ’s handling of the case. The motion was filed on behalf of the nonpartisan group Common Cause , arguing that the DOJ’s dismissal bid risks the establishment of a dangerous

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Ed. note : This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal profession, in partnership with our friends at MothersEsquire. Welcome Amy Bowen and Elise Buie back to our pages. Click here if you’d like to donate to MothersEsquire. Raising children isnt easy. There, I said it, so you dont have to. I raised four, who I also homeschooled for 10 years.

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Modern trial practice has evolved beyond basic organization. With technology reshaping courtrooms and attorneys expecting more than ever, paralegals need to elevate their capabilities while mastering the fundamentals of trial excellence. This comprehensive guide from Steno, built from author Joe Stephens' real-world experience as both a practicing attorney and law professor, provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional trial support in today's complex legal environment.

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Sterno

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The Challenge of Complex Litigation "I drafted what would have probably been a five- or six-hour project in maybe two hours. It was a big time saver." As head of the litigation department at McMullin Injury Law, Nate Langston handles a demanding caseload. With over a decade of experience and multiple jury trials under his belt, he understands the importance of efficiency without compromising thoroughness, especially when drafting critical motions.

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SCOTUSBlog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Share A unanimous Supreme Court on Friday threw out a ruling by a federal appeals court that allowed a lawsuit brought by survivors of the Hungarian Holocaust to go forward. The survivors contended that their claims fell within an exception to the general presumption that foreign governments cannot be sued in U.S. courts because Hungary and its national railway confiscated their property, sold it, and mixed it with their other funds to do business in and with the United States.

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

An Argentinian court on Thursday issued international arrest warrants for 22 Burmese military officials and three civilians for their role in the genocide against the Rohingya community. The senior officials named in the court’s landmark order include Commander-in-Chief Min Aung Hlaing, Deputy Commander-in-Chief Soe Win, and former Western Command head Maung Maung Soe.

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) There’s been some friendly fire in the new Administration’s rush to scrub anything that doesn’t glorify wealthy white males from publicly funded classroom curricula. An article on Pen.org reported on the Department of Defense recently compiling a list of books that are too “woke” for military families.

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Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Setting business goals is immeasurably important, for lawyers. Business goals supported by data are measurable. But, you may not be ready for that latter part right away that may also be true of your staff. While its exciting to discover new datasets, and reports you dont necessarily have to utilize those to build mandates within your law firm. at least , not right away.

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LLRX

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The integration of artificial intelligence into U.S. national security operations has automated and amplified discriminatory practices established in the post-9/11 era, creating unprecedented barriers for Arab Americans. This paper by Natalie Abdou examines how AI systems deploy overlapping forms of bias through facial recognition technology, language processing, and automated screening, producing a uniquely destructive form of compound discrimination that is more pervasive and harder to challen

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Thursday urged South African authorities to thoroughly investigate the assassination of an openly gay imam last week, demanding the country determine whether the killing was a hate crime and uphold its commitment to protecting all residents, including the LGBTQ+ community. HRW stated: South African authorities should intensify efforts to bridge the gap between legal protections and the realities on the ground.

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

As Elie Mystal mentioned on Thinking Like A Lawyer’s 400th episode , we’re still wading in the wake of what SFFA v. Harvard will mean for well everyone. That said, we’ve definitely made some predictions about what will be next on the chopping block. We’re starting to get some answers. Our speculation has largely been focused on what admissions in higher ed would look like — because that’s what the case was about — but a recent letter shows we should be j

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Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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CARET Legal

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The goal isnt just to minimize disruptionits to set each firm up for long-term success while maintaining client trust and operational continuity. Navigating a law firm split requires careful planning, clear communication, and the right tools to ensure a smooth transition. From safeguarding client relationships to fairly dividing case files, finances, and technology, every decision impacts the future of both firms.

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EvidenceProf Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

From the files of "Just When You Thought You'd Seen It All" comes the opinion of the Supreme Court of New Mexico in State v. Lensegrav, 2025 WL 558246 (N.M. 2025). The court described the facts of the case as.

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JURIST

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The UN and its partners on Monday launched a Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan as well as a Regional Refugee Response Plan to aid Sudan during its humanitarian crisis. Approximately 30.4 million people will be helped by the Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan, and 4.8 million people will be aided by the Regional Refugee Response Plan. Tom Fletcher, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, acknowledged at the launch that this was the largest UN

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

While law firms struggle to keep a lid on AI security threats and otherwise control lawyers using AI out of turn , Linklaters has a forward-thinking solution that more firms should embrace. As RollOnFriday notes , Linklaters puts its prospective robot lawyers through a UK law exam of their own design, crafting 50 questions from 10 different practice areas geared toward a “competent mid-level lawyer specialised in that practice area” and asked the AI to hash it out.

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Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.

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