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Travis Scott Hires O'Melveny & Myers Litigator For Astroworld Defense

1st December 2021
American rapper Travis Scott has hired a team of O’Melveny & Myers lawyers, led by litigator Daniel Petrocelli, to defend him as he faces hundreds of lawsuits filed after the chaos of a Houston concert in early November that led to ten deaths and widespread injuries.  Daniel Petrocelli, who has worked with several high profile […]
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20 Signs Of Sexual Abuse And How To Address Them According To Professionals

30th November 2021
Sexual abuse includes any form of sexual violence, including non-consensual sexual contact, rape, incest, and child molestation. Sexual harassment also constitutes sexual abuse, as the victim doesn’t have to be physically touched or experience prolonged sexual assault or contact. Sexual harassment includes sex-based harassment, offensive “jokes” or comments based on sex, unwanted sexual contact or […]
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How Can An Attorney Help Protect Your Driving Privileges

26th November 2021
What is the first thing that comes to mind when someone says “lawyer?” It typically conjures up images of a stuffy, old man who wears a tie and speaks with an accent. And while this may be true for some lawyers, there are plenty of exceptions. In fact, many attorneys have become more progressive over […]
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Self-Studying For A BAR Exam: Should You Go For It?

26th November 2021
After law school, students are faced with the challenge of choosing the right option to study for their BAR exam. The most common options include the use of online materials, BAR prep courses, self-study, and the use of study groups. A significant percentage of law school graduates often go for the self-study option since it […]
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Why Hire A Lawyer To Draft Your Contracts?

17th November 2021
Contracts are frequently required in most businesses for a variety of reasons, such as leases, services, contractors, and employment. While the terms of each agreement may be reasonably straightforward, that doesn’t mean you can always easily download one from the internet and have it suit your unique business’s needs.  In many situations, hiring a lawyer […]
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Law Firm Leaders Increasingly Concerned About Escalating Battle For Attorney Talent, Report Finds

17th November 2021
While law firm business leaders remain optimistic about client demand and profits over the next year, many leaders are becoming increasingly concerned about the escalating battle for attorney talent, according to a survey by Thomson Reuters and Georgetown Law’s Center on Ethics and the Legal Profession. The survey, released Tuesday, polled 55 chief operating officers […]
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The Incompetent Mathematician: Does It Matter In Law?

16th November 2021
Whether through fatigue or lack of skill, though, around 75% of adults do not continue to study maths beyond the point that it becomes optional, meaning that a weakness in the subject is as much of a British trait as our struggles with languages. Opportunities to learn mathematics aren’t rare, though. YouTube and college-style websites provide […]
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Getting Under The Skin Of Legal Tech At Law Firms

11th November 2021
Summary: The pandemic has opened the eyes of many to the benefits of technology, but awareness and adoption of many legal tech tools remains low. With working from home, employee training and investment in basic tech are key considerations. Lawyers need to take more personal responsibility for using technology and understanding their client's technology expectations […]
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Connecting The Best Lawyers With World-Leading Organisations: An Interview With Allen & Overy’s Peerpoint

3rd November 2021
Lawyer Monthly speaks to Amie Davidson, Head of Peerpoint U.S, about how A&O’s flexible resourcing platform works, where the idea came from, and how the pandemic has given people time to reflect on their careers.
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Examining The Pros And Cons Of A Juris Doctor Degree

3rd November 2021
If you are considering a career change, you will need to know what type of education will be required. If you are interested in the legal or political fields, you will likely need to earn a Juris Doctor degree.  The Juris Doctor (JD) degree is awarded to graduates by American law schools. The technical name […]
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