Blog Profile / Above the Law
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| Filed Under: | Industries / Law | |
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| Archived Since: | December 20, 2008 | |
Blog Post Archive
Nationwide Layoff Watch: Bad News From Boston
In the words of one expert, “given the rise of the machines, human labor is worth less and less in the marketplace.” Cue the latest news in staff layoffs….
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District Attorney and Major TV Network Sued Over Stupid Reality Show
A reality show about a district attorney may violate campaign finance laws,
Continue reading » Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook. Tags: Abe George, Anthony Weiner, Brooklyn D.A., campaign finance, CBS, Charles Hynes, Citizens United, Election Law, Free Speech, Kings County D.A., News, Politics, Reality TV
The Worst LL.M. Programs… In The World
LL.M. programs are generally useless but these are useless and funny…
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Morning Docket: 05.22.13
A bipartisan immigration reform bill made its way through the Senate Judiciary Committee and will head to the Senate floor. Of course, the amendments in support of gay marriage didn’t make it in, but that may be moot soon anyway. [CNN]
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The Commencement Emblem For the Class of 2013 Is…?
It’s commencement season. What will you be bringing to flip off your dean?
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Non-Sequiturs: 05.21.13
They are livestreaming the misconduct case against Judge Wade McCree. [Detroit Free Press]
GW Law professor John Banzhaf is calling upon the D.C. City Council to bar local broadcasters from using the term “Redskins.” Two decades after...Show More Summary
Lawyers Like Their Evidence Like They Like Their Dates: Cheap, Quick, and Easy
Behold the power of the internet: why hire an expert when a tool like this is available online?
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Which Bar Exam Prep Course Is the Best?
A comparative look at the major bar exam prep courses.
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Nationwide Layoff Watch: Feeling the Pain at Akin
How much longer can layoffs, especially staff layoffs and “stealth” layoffs of lawyers, go on?
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Social Media Darlings at Amy’s Baking Company Fear Lawsuit
From the social media meltdown of the century to the best threatened lawsuit yet.
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Reema Unchained: Attorney Convicted Of Prostitution Sues A Slew Of Local Lawyers
Reema Bajaj, the comely young Illinois lawyer who pleaded guilty to prostitution, is back — with a vengeance.
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Legislative Prayer: Should We Really Care?
SCOTUS should have left well enough alone instead of granting cert in Greece v. Galloway
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Things That Have Been Thrown Out Potpourri
If you don’t like something, wait and the courts will probably overturn it.
Continue reading » Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook. Tags: Abortion, Arkansas, BP, BP Oil Spill, Disasters / Emergencies, Efrain Rios Montt
Career Alternatives for Attorneys: Russian Secret Agent?
When you think about it, attorneys and spies have very similar jobs…
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Buying In: SuperChambers500
Is the title of “partner” enough in today’s Biglaw, or do you need additional accolades?
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Morning Docket: 05.21.13
Out thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Oklahoma. [CNN]
The IRS and the Treasury Department better watch out, because it seems that the “next logical step” for the tea party victims of heightened scrutiny leads right up the courthouse stairs. Show More Summary
Lawyer Previews Novel Defense For Christian Metal Rocker
How to explain away hiring a hitman.
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Non-Sequiturs: 05.20.13
Justin Bieber has apparently abandoned his 20-week-old monkey, Mally, after having her confiscated because he couldn’t comply with animal control laws in Germany. Now in a shelter somewhere in Germany, there’s one more lonely girl. [Lowering the Bar]
Ann Althouse posted FOUR TIMES about Barack Obama’s umbrella over the weekend. Show More Summary
Your New Law School Adjunct: O.J. Simpson
The Juice wants to speak at your law school!
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Nationwide Layoff Watch: Magic Circle Firm Makes Lawyers and Staff Disappear
Staffers and lawyers are heading out the door, in the wake of a management change.
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