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BKReader
1 week ago
Brooklyn

What to Do if You've Been Charged with a Domestic Violence Crime

Understanding the legal process in domestic violence charges is essential for effective navigation of the criminal justice system. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
5 months ago
Brooklyn

'Truly an exciting night'; Brooklyn Bar Association hosts annual awards dinner at El Caribe * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Bar Association held its annual award dinner, celebrating the work of attorneys and judges in the borough.
Two awards were given to distinguished members of the law community: the President's Award to attorney Howard Fensterman and the Distinguished Judicial Service Award to Hon. Sylvia Hinds-Radix. [ more ]
Above the Law
4 weeks ago
Law

Biglaw Firm Shunned Office Attendance Mandates... Now 'Expecting' Two Days A Week

Katten initially promoted flexibility but now requires attorneys to work in the office at least two days a week. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Gain An Instant Understanding Of New Complaints With LexisNexis Snapshot

Snapshot AI summaries by LexisNexis CourtLink help attorneys stay updated on new legal cases efficiently. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

How Well Are You Managing Your Personal Finances?

Attorneys often focus on law firm revenue but neglect personal finances.
Niraj Chabbra from Sidebar Advisors guides attorneys on managing personal finances effectively. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

This AI-Powered Document Tool Will Meet You Where You Are

Lexis Create provides unique tools for attorneys to create accurate legal documents efficiently.
The tool integrates extractive and generative AI to assist in drafting, reviewing, and completing documents for litigation and transactional workflows. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Top Biglaw Firm Adopts 'One-Size-Fits-All' Office Policy, Where Partners No Longer Rule The Real Estate Roost

Biglaw firms are shifting towards more egalitarian office spaces for all attorneys, moving away from the traditional model of partners having larger offices than associates.
Freshfields has implemented a new office space design where both junior associates and senior partners have solo workspaces that are roughly 140 square feet, promoting a more equal environment. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Are You Making A Good Impression On Your Clients?

Legal clients' expectations of attorneys
Impact of case type, age, and legal issue on client expectations; Assessments of legal and technological competence [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

In Trump's Criminal Trial, These Are the Jurors Each Side Wants

Jury selection for the first criminal trial of a former American president involves intense scrutiny of potential jurors.
The process of seating the jury could be as crucial as the evidence presented in court. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
Chicago

Afternoon Briefing: CPS students walk out across the city

Prosecutors are seeking up to five years in prison for Tim Mapes, the former chief of staff to House Speaker Michael Madigan, for lying to a federal grand jury.
Mapes' attorneys are requesting probation and community service for him, arguing that he did not personally benefit from his alleged misstatements and maintains his innocence. [ more ]
Miami Herald
3 months ago
Law

Miami to Palm Beach lawyers lauded for representing vulnerable clients with free work

Florida Bar recognizes attorneys and judges for their pro bono work
There is no actual minimum requirement for pro bono work [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

The Strategic Lateral Move: A Guide for Attorneys Contemplating Change

Lateral moves for attorneys typically happen between their 2nd and 5th year of practice, maximizing marketability.
The availability and quality of mentoring and training varies across firms and can impact long-term professional development. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Donald Trump Super PAC Spent Almost $2M On Biglaw Firms In First Half Of 2023

Firms get paid when Trump pays attorneys from his Super PAC
FEC reports reveal the firms that billed Trump over the first half of last year [ more ]
Bloomberglaw
4 months ago
Law

More Time in the Office Might Mean Less Diversity (Podcast)

Over 90% of female attorneys want to work remotely at least part of the week.
More women and minority attorneys are open to job offers or actively seeking new positions in 2024. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
New York Knicks

Knicks-loving lawyer banned from Madison Square Garden drops lawsuit, can attend games

A Knicks fan dropped a lawsuit over James Dolan's policy to ban attorneys involved in claims against MSG.
The fan acknowledged MSG's right to enforce the policy and admitted that he and his colleagues were aware of it. [ more ]
Above the Law
5 months ago
Law

Law Firm Says Family/Medical Leave No Excuse For Not Logging On To Do Some Work Every Day!

Lawyers are commonly expected to work even when on family or medical leave.
Firms should take measures to ensure clients are protected when an attorney goes on leave. [ more ]
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