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Ex-Wall Street Lawyer Advocates Return of Postal Banking
Ex-Wall Street Lawyer Advocates Return of Postal Banking The Wall Street JournalAs a young Wall Street lawyer, Mehrsa Baradaran helped large banks turn to the government to survive the financial crisis. A decade later, she is behind a proposal to bring government-backed competition into their world. More Democrats are touting a proposal to offer banking services through the post office to people who lack bank accounts or credit cards. Many of them—including U.S. Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand of New York and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York—have consulted with Ms. Baradaran, a law professor who is about to join the Univers...
(Jun 1, 2019, The Wall Street Journal)
Jail time for Calk? Manafort banker's bribery case could turn on intent

Mueller appears to have edited voicemail transcript between John Dowd and Flynn lawyer
Mueller appears to have edited voicemail transcript between John Dowd and Flynn lawyer Fox NewsThis is a rush transcript from "Hannity," June 3, 2019. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. SEAN HANNITY, HOST: And it is a big breaking ...
(Jun 3, 2019, Fox News)
Kevin Spacey Makes Surprise Courthouse Appearance in Sexual Assault Case
Kevin Spacey Makes Surprise Courthouse Appearance in Sexual Assault Case PEOPLE.comKevin Spacey appeared at a Massachusetts courthouse on Monday to attend a hearing in his sexual assault case. The disgraced actor — who stands accused ...
(Jun 3, 2019, PEOPLE.com)
Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes finale recap: Burn Bundy Burn
Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes finale recap: Burn Bundy Burn FanSidedIn the finale of Netflix series Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes, we see what led to Bundy's confession days before his execution. The finale of Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes begins looking at May of 1979. Ted Bundy was on trial for murdering three women in Florida, after fleeing charges in Colorado. Because he couldn't keep from killing, the world gained even more reason to lock him up forever — if not put him to death. That's what his trial was for, with or without the media spectacle. With Judge Edward Cowart presiding, Prosecutor Larry Simpson says the...
(Jun 3, 2019, FanSided)
California Lawyers Association Solo & Small Firm Summit: The 21ˢᵗ Century Law Firm
California Lawyers Association Solo & Small Firm Summit: The 21ˢᵗ Century Law Firm Yahoo FinanceConference To Address Critical Issues For Solo and Small Firm Practitioners HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. , June 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- California Lawyers ...
(Jun 3, 2019, Yahoo Finance)
California Lawyers Association Solo & Small Firm Summit: The 21ˢᵗ Century Law Firm
California Lawyers Association Solo & Small Firm Summit: The 21ˢᵗ Century Law Firm PRNewswireHUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., June 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- California Lawyers Association's (CLA) Solo & Small Firm Summit aims to address the needs, from ...
(Jun 3, 2019, PRNewswire)
Mesothelioma Victims Center Now Urges a US Navy Veteran with Mesothelioma to Hire Very Capable Attorneys to Assist with Their Compensation and They Recommend the Law Firm of Karst von Oiste - The Compensation Claims Target Equipment Manufacturers - Not the Navy

Strike a Balance. Or Don't. | Texas Lawyer

Does the German Judiciary Consider a Child's Best Interest?

Women lawyers want greater participation in judiciary
Women lawyers want greater participation in judiciary Business StandardWomen lawyers Tuesday called for greater participation of women in the judiciary and presence of marginalised sections of society in the legal system.
(Jun 4, 2019, Business Standard)
Macs in Law: IT Support for the Mac-Based Law Firm
Macs in Law: IT Support for the Mac-Based Law Firm Legal Talk NetworkTom Lambotte discusses the best ways to integrate Macs into your legal practice to ensure optimal security and productivity.
(Jun 4, 2019, Legal Talk Network)
Meredith Hatfield clinches Ward 4 special City Council election

Golden answers another round of parents' questions during WCS 'let's meet' session

Can the US continue to stand alone against the metric system?
Can the US continue to stand alone against the metric system? Fox NewsThis is a rush transcript from "Tucker Carlson Tonight," June 5, 2019. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. TUCKER CARLSON, HOST: ...
(Jun 5, 2019, Fox News)
Readers sound off on criminal discovery, OMNY and Drumpf
Readers sound off on criminal discovery, OMNY and Drumpf New York Daily NewsDiscovery reform is tried and tested Manhattan: In their op-ed, Seth Barron and Ralf Mangual sharply condemn New York’s new “open file” criminal discovery rules as radical and dangerous (“Big risks in discovery reform,” June 3). Hysterically, they suggest that witnesses will no longer report crimes and even that those accused of a crime will have the right to enter victims’ homes. These are sheer fantasies — and their falsehood is easily shown. Discovery laws requiring district attorneys to disclose witnesses’ names and contact information are basic to a fair and reliable criminal justice s...
(Jun 5, 2019, New York Daily News)
Focus On Fiduciaries: What Fiduciaries Need To Know About The Attorney-Client Privilege

How do you keep down your stress levels at the office?

Inside the Fight Over Access to Criminal Case Documents in Arlington

SCOTUS To Decide Agencies Interpretation Of Own Regulations
SCOTUS To Decide Agencies Interpretation Of Own Regulations The National Law ReviewKisor v. Wilkie was argued at the Supreme Court in hopes of overruling Auer. Auer holds that an agency's interpretation of its own regulation is controlling unless ...
(Jun 5, 2019, The National Law Review)
Immigration Issues are a Topic of Concern

Farris Announces Name Change and Introduces New Website
Farris Announces Name Change and Introduces New Website GlobeNewswireVANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 06, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Farris' history in British Columbia is unrivalled and the firm continues to stand apart as it ...
(Jun 6, 2019, GlobeNewswire)
A Call For An Ethics Opinion On California Lawyers Drafting Non-Competes

Raniere’s Lawyer, Paul DerOhannesian Wrote the Book on Sexual Assault Trials
Raniere’s Lawyer, Paul DerOhannesian Wrote the Book on Sexual Assault Trials ArtvoicePaul DerOhannesian II was quiet up until today, sitting beside Keith Alan Raniere during his 17 days of trial and not saying one word, as far as we know, to the ...
(Jun 7, 2019, Artvoice)
Deep Fakes: Preparing Lawyers to Combat Counterfeits

Communicating with Other Lawyers and Third Parties: Ensuring Respect and Civility
Communicating with Other Lawyers and Third Parties: Ensuring Respect and Civility JD SupraI spoke recently on a national teleconference on the topic of “Attorney Professionalism: Translating Philosophy into Daily Practice.” My comments addressed the ...
(Jun 9, 2019, JD Supra)
When Litigators Get Too Aggressive | Litigation Daily | The American Lawyer

The intriguing stones Robert Mueller left unturned on Trump
The intriguing stones Robert Mueller left unturned on Trump The Washington PostPerhaps the most consequential decision that special counsel Robert S. Mueller III included in his 400-plus-page report on Russian interference in the 2016 ...
(Jun 10, 2019, The Washington Post)
Kellyanne Conway Hurls Ironic Accusation At Democrats: 'Picking Their Lawyers From TV'
Kellyanne Conway Hurls Ironic Accusation At Democrats: 'Picking Their Lawyers From TV' HuffPostWhite House aide Kellyanne Conway tore into congressional Democrats on Monday, suggesting they should be ashamed for tapping a lawyer who has ...
(Jun 10, 2019, HuffPost)
Mueller report shows 'evidence of collusion', says Nixon lawyer John Dean – as it happened
Mueller report shows 'evidence of collusion', says Nixon lawyer John Dean – as it happened The GuardianFormer White House counsel Dean testifies to judiciary committee, while chair Jerry Nadler says he has agreed deal with DoJ for key Mueller files.
(Jun 11, 2019, The Guardian)
Alumni Spotlight: Said on Working for the LA City Attorney | The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies
Alumni Spotlight: Said on Working for the LA City Attorney | The Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies BU TodayAs a student in the joint IRJD program at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University, Andrew Said (Pardee '01, Law '01) knew that he ...
(Jun 11, 2019, BU Today)
One-woman play explores topic of ag land transfers

Risks for Attorneys
Risks for Attorneys WorkersCompensation.comRisks for Attorneys, Workers Comp, Workers Compensation, Workers' Compensation Workers' Comp.
(Jun 12, 2019, WorkersCompensation.com)
Looking Back After One Year At Bar
Looking Back After One Year At Bar Live LawA young lawyer shares his experiences after an year of practice.
(Jun 12, 2019, Live Law)
Could a 'Right to Disconnect' Alleviate Lawyers' Stress? | Legaltech News

Outside the Box: Non-Standard Lawyer Website Inspiration
Outside the Box: Non-Standard Lawyer Website Inspiration Bigger Law Firm MagazineWhere can you get ideas that will set your website apart from those of other law firms in your market? Web designers in all industries must avoid the repetition.
(Jun 12, 2019, Bigger Law Firm Magazine)
New York's Art Law Center Looks To Empower Creators

'Making A Murderer's' Steven Avery Begs For Support From Fans: 'Can You Hear Me?'
'Making A Murderer's' Steven Avery Begs For Support From Fans: 'Can You Hear Me?' NewsweekMaking A Murderer subject Steven Avery released a letter to his supporters on Wednesday, and he's asking for extra support. The convicted murder, who claims ...
(Jun 12, 2019, Newsweek)
Donald Trump Jr. again testifies before Senate committee, says he's 'glad this is finally over'
Donald Trump Jr. again testifies before Senate committee, says he's 'glad this is finally over' Chicago TribuneDonald Trump Jr. again appeared before the Republican-led Senate Intelligence Committee today.
(Jun 12, 2019, Chicago Tribune)
Meet Jessica Cisneros, the 26-year-old Laredo attorney running against Cuellar in Congress

Trump Says Kim Kardashian Will Be 'One of the Most Successful Lawyers' During Her White House Visit
Trump Says Kim Kardashian Will Be 'One of the Most Successful Lawyers' During Her White House Visit PEOPLE.com"I knew her father and I'll tell you, she's got good genes — good genes for everything," President Trump said, while introducing Kim Kardashian.
(Jun 13, 2019, PEOPLE.com)
OFF TOPIC: Lawyer who fought Clean Power Plan on ACE 'battle royal'
OFF TOPIC: Lawyer who fought Clean Power Plan on ACE 'battle royal' E&E News
(Jun 14, 2019, E&E News)
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Trump says what ex-White House lawyer McGahn told Mueller 'doesn't matter'

OFF TOPIC: Lawyer who fought Clean Power Plan on ACE 'battle royal'
OFF TOPIC: Lawyer who fought Clean Power Plan on ACE 'battle royal' E&E NewsFirst in a two-part miniseries. Not all lawyers can boast that they helped take down President Obama's signature climate rule. But Misha Tseytlin helped industry ...
(Jun 14, 2019, E&E News)
Defending the Palestinian Resistance Movement: New Film Chronicles Life of Pioneering Israeli Lawyer

Lawyers, How to Overcome Content Paralysis and Get the Attention You Deserve

Dad sentenced to die, but executions rare in South Carolina

Law Society finds former Kamloops lawyer committed professional misconduct

Top 10 rules to be a successful lawyer
Top 10 rules to be a successful lawyer ABA JournalImage from Shutterstock.com. A third-generation trial attorney, I have spent a majority of my life either working as a lawyer or hearing about it at the dinner table ...
(Jun 20, 2019, ABA Journal)