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Legal Departments’ Work Volumes Increase, Budgets Decrease, Survey Finds
Legal Departments’ Work Volumes Increase, Budgets Decrease, Survey Finds

The 2023 Legal Department Operations Index found that the industry is facing a technology conundrum, with growing legal tech use but insufficient budgets.

Legal OperationsIn-House Counsel
Sep 23, 2023
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Community Spotlight: Brian Mannion, Chief Legal Officer at Aware
Community Spotlight: Brian Mannion, Chief Legal Officer at Aware

Legal.io CEO Pieter Gunst Explores the Dynamic Legal Journey of Brian Mannion, CLO at Aware

General CounselCareer
Sep 11, 2023
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Attorney Engagement: A Growing Concern in the Legal Profession
Attorney Engagement: A Growing Concern in the Legal Profession

Legal professionals are becoming increasingly disengaged with their work.

In-House CounselLaw Firms
Sep 10, 2023
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Boutique Law Firms Scaling Up Through Mergers Amid Client Demands
Boutique Law Firms Scaling Up Through Mergers Amid Client Demands

The number of mergers is likely to continue growing over the next few months, as smaller firms are feeling pressure from their clients to grow.

Law FirmsCareer
Sep 07, 2023
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The Future of Flexible Work in BigLaw
The Future of Flexible Work in BigLaw

Flexible work arrangements are increasingly important for legal professionals.

TechnologyLaw Firms
Sep 07, 2023
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California High Court Holds AI Vendors Liable for Biased Job Screening
California High Court Holds AI Vendors Liable for Biased Job Screening

AI vendors are directly accountable for violations under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act.

CareerLaw Firms
Sep 06, 2023
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The Law Schools Overperforming and Underperforming Bar Passage
The Law Schools Overperforming and Underperforming Bar Passage

Bar passage rates are considered better measures of the quality of legal education than graduation or employment rates.

TechnologyCareer
Sep 06, 2023
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In-House Counsel Embracing AI Advancements in the Legal Industry
In-House Counsel Embracing AI Advancements in the Legal Industry

A Bloomberg Law special report indicates that in-house counsel use of artificial intelligence increased five-fold from Spring 2023 to Summer 2023.

TechnologyIn-House Counsel
Sep 05, 2023
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The NextGen Bar Exam Set to Debut in July 2026
The NextGen Bar Exam Set to Debut in July 2026

This new examination represents a shift from the traditional bar exam by emphasizing skills-based knowledge over content memorization.

CareerEducation
Sep 03, 2023
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Dollar Tree, Inc. Welcomes Jonathan Leiken as Chief Legal Officer and Secretary
Dollar Tree, Inc. Welcomes Jonathan Leiken as Chief Legal Officer and Secretary

Jonathan Leiken Joins Dollar Tree, Inc. as Executive VP, Chief Legal Officer: A seasoned legal expert, Leiken brings over 20 years of experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and commercial litigation to fortify Dollar Tree's leadership team.

General CounselCareer
Aug 31, 2023
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Community Spotlight: Robyn Diaz, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Community Spotlight: Robyn Diaz, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Legal.io CEO Pieter Gunst Dives into the Career Journey of Robyn Diaz, Senior VP and CLO at the world-renowned St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

General CounselCareer
Aug 31, 2023
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EEOC Proposes Regulations to Expand Protections for Pregnant Workers

The Commission issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. The legislation is currently open for public comment.

CareerEmployee Benefits
Aug 30, 2023
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