Justin Brooks, Co-Founder of the California Innocence Project and Exoneree Marilyn Mulero
A 2017 study published by the American Psychological Association found that approximately 90% of people would prefer to not be informed of when and how they will die if a crystal ball or all-knowing source could reveal it.
But for Marilyn Mulero, an
Legal writing projects, encompassing legal briefs, motions, and closing arguments, are often the backbone of a law firm’s workload. These documents play a critical role in advocating for clients and presenting legal arguments. That is why it is imperative for legal professionals to consistently refine their writing skills to gain a competitive advantage in this
Legal Talk Network hosts and listeners had a great time at LEX Summit in Salt Lake City September 8-10, 2024. At the center of the Silicon Slopes region, Filevine has been innovating how law firms can leverage technology, specifically AI, to gain efficiencies in their practice, and improve the client experience.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration observed every year from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we come together to honor and acknowledge the enduring impact and influence of Hispanic Americans in shaping the history, culture, and identity of the United States.
The observation of Hispanic Heritage Month began in 1968
When people are asked to name a career that promises wealth and financial stability, “doctor” and “lawyer” are often at the top of the list. These professions have long been associated with high earnings and social prestige.
If you prefer suits over scrubs and briefcases over bandages, a legal career might just be your tailored
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) has been increasingly embraced as a more efficient and collaborative approach to resolving disputes in the legal arena. Traditional litigation, known for being costly, adversarial, and time-consuming, has led lawyers and clients to seek out ADR as a viable and cost-effective alternative.
What Is ADR?
Alternative dispute resolution is a wide-ranging
The bar examination is a rigorous assessment designed to determine whether a law school graduate is adequately prepared and competent to practice law within a specific jurisdiction. It is widely recognized for its challenging nature and demands thorough preparation due to its comprehensive coverage of legal subject matters. However, because of its complexity, many candidates
If you’re reading this blog, it’s likely because you’re either a legal professional with an empty bookshelf or you’re trying to come up with a gift idea for the lawyer in your life who’s impossible to buy for. In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of law, books are one of the few things that can
In January 1972, immigration attorney Leon Wildes received a call from an old law school friend asking for his help with a deportation case involving a musician and his wife. Although Wildes didn’t recognize the couple, he knew he wanted to help them.
By taking on this life-changing deportation case, Wildes went on to
Lawyers and “witches” and courtrooms, oh my!
Unless you grew up in Massachusetts or have a particular interest in colonial America, your knowledge of the Salem Witch Trials may be exclusively dependent on a chapter that you skimmed in your high school history class or snippets from a law school lesson that went in one
