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The Rise of AI in Legal Research and Practice
Discover how AI is transforming legal research and practice, enhancing efficiency, and posing new ethical challenges for law firms. Read more...
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What 'Apps' Do Attorneys Really Need?
More than 1.2 million applications, or “apps,” are available at the iPhone App Store as… Read more...

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Increasing Productivity by Appropriately Managing Technology
If you find workplace interruptions, such as impromptu meetings with co-workers popping into your office,… Read more...
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Government Makes Drastic Changes to Legal Processes Amid Pandemic
With personal interactions being kept to a minimum, governments, courts and agencies across the country have taken extreme measures to protect the public interest and ensure a smooth transition back to functional society on the other side of the COVID-19 health crisis. Read more...
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Billable Hours System Draws Fire After Lawyer’s Embarrassing Email
A DLA Piper associate’s e-mail stating “that bill shall know no limits,” which surfaced in… Read more...

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Lawyer Quits, Emails Dirty Laundry to Clients, Colleagues
Don Prophete, 45, resigned from the Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart's law firm in… Read more...
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2023 Tech Trends Report: A Move Toward Remote Work

'Fiercely Independent Defender Of The Rule Of Law' Sandra Day O’Connor Dies At 93

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Notre Dame International Law Clinic To Leverage Strength of Alumni

Ohio Voters Add Abortion to Constitution As States Grapple with Overturned Roe

Women in Law Still Suffering the 'Motherhood Penalty': Report

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Guide for solo attorneys around branding and social media
Branding and social media -How they work together to build your firm’s business Let’s say your practice is family law. It’s a highly competitive specialty in your community.You know that if you want to attract new clients, you need to distinguish yourself from the rest of the pack. So, how? You start by considering what makes your firm different from…
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Hanging a Single Shingle: A Primer for Practicing Law Solo
According to the American Bar Association, the United States is… Read more...

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In Pets We Trust: Providing for Animal Care After Death
Pet ownership in the United States has tripled since the… Read more...
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Guide for solo attorneys around branding and social media
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Murdaugh Pleads To Financial Crimes, Gets Another 27 Years Tacked Onto Sentence
Former lawyer Alex Murdaugh, who is already serving two life sentences for murdering his family,… Read more...

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Ohio Lawyer Suspended For A Year After Bizarre Pringles Can Feces Prank
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Murdaugh Pleads To Financial Crimes, Gets Another 27 Years Tacked Onto Sentence

Ohio Lawyer Suspended For A Year After Bizarre Pringles Can Feces Prank

Florida Attorney Accused of Trying to Blow Up Chinese Embassy in Washington

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DOE Settles Loan Misappropriation Suit with 'Freestanding' Law Schools

Once Disbarred, Attorney Stuart Finkelstein Heads to Prison for Fraud

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Golden State Killer Gets Life Sentence for Rape, Murder Spree

Joseph DeAngelo, a former police officer who was found guilty on numerous rape and murder charges, was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole. So reports NBC News.

DOJ: Yale Violating Civil Rights of White, Asian Prospective Students

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Yale University stands accused of discriminating against white and Asian applicants in violation of civil rights laws, although the university said the allegations are without merit. So reports the AP News.

'Lottery Lawyer' Accused of Massive Fraud

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Attorney, Jason "Jay" Kurland, who goes by the moniker “Lottery Lawyer,” along with three associates, are charged with crimes related to defrauding lottery winners out of millions of dollars they thought were being invested on their behalf. So reports CNN.

Admissions Scam: Loughlin, Husband Sentenced to Jail

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Actress Lori Loughlin, who pleaded guilty to federal charges related to a college admissions scandal, was ordered to serve two month in prison. So reports Today.

Georgia Gov. Signs Bill to Tighten Penalties for Harming First Responders

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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed new measures into law aimed at enhancing protections for firefighters and police officers. So reports The Hill.

UNH Faculty Favor Nixing Franklin Pierce’s Name from Law School

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The University of New Hampshire’s Franklin Pierce School of Law is considering renaming itself due to the titular former president’s ties to slavery. So reports the Associated Press.

House 'Immune' to Lawsuit Challenging COVID-driven Proxy Voting

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A Republican-driven lawsuit aimed at inhibiting the House of Representatives proxy voting system was tossed by a federal judge in the District of Columbia. So reports USA Today.

NRA Under Fire for Payments to Florida Lobbyist

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New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against the National Rifle Association alleging it made improper payments to a well-known Tallahassee lobbyist. So reports Politico.