Barrister Accused of Forging Will to Steal Inheritance
Barrister Accused of Forging Will to Steal Inheritance In a shocking legal battle, a Cambridge-educated barrister has been labeled as “blatantly dishonest” in a lawsuit filed by his brother. The case centers around allegations that Robert Grierson forged their mother’s signature to unlawfully claim his share of a £1.2 million inheritance shortly before her death. […]
Navigating Ethical and Regulatory Challenges of Generative AI in Law Firms
The legal profession is undergoing a profound transformation as technology advances, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerging as a central player. Generative AI, in particular, is at the forefront of this change, promising to enhance efficiency and streamline various legal processes. However, the integration of AI into legal practice presents both opportunities and challenges. Law firms […]
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Legal Issues for Lawyers
We have all experienced conflicts in our lives. Like that one time you invited your two best friends to a party without realizing they both dated the same person (awkward). Or when you tried to go vegan but found yourself in a staring contest with a piece of maple bacon (spoiler: the bacon won). Conflicts […]
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Identifying and Addressing Conflicts of Interest
We have all experienced conflicts in our lives. Like that one time you invited your two best friends to a party without realizing they both dated the same person (awkward). Or when you tried to go vegan but found yourself in a staring contest with a piece of maple bacon (spoiler: the bacon won). Conflicts […]
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Legal Ethics and Client Representation in Sensitive Personal Injury Cases
In personal injury law, attorneys are often faced with cases that are not only legally complex but also deeply personal and emotionally charged. These sensitive cases demand a high level of ethical diligence, as they involve clients who have undergone traumatic experiences, be it physical harm or emotional distress.
The Corporate Transparency Act – What Law Firms Need To Know
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which went into effect January 1, 2024, represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for small businesses – including law firms – in the United States. Enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, the CTA mandates the reporting of beneficial ownership information to […]
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To Be Or Not To Be Your Client’s Trustee
No one likes job hunting. Looking for a job can be like trying to find a parking spot at a mall during the holiday season. You circle endlessly, your patience wears thin, and just when you think you’ve found a spot, someone swoops in and snatches it away, leaving you to contemplate the meaning of […]
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How Your New Year’s Resolution Can Impact Your License to Practice Law
10… 9… 8… 7… 6… 5… 4… 3… 2… 1… Happy New Year! As we enter 2024, lawyers and laypeople alike are making their New Year’s resolutions. What is a basketball player’s New Year’s resolution? To travel less. What is Dr. Frankenstein’s New Year’s resolution? To make new friends. What is a lawyer’s New Year’s […]
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Are You Prepared? The Minnesota Earned Safe and Sick Time: An introduction by a law firm
Picture this, you head to daycare to drop off your child (or your dog or lizard – whichever applies to you), and you notice the other parents are carrying in fresh-baked homemade treats. Auuuuuugh! Today is the daycare bake sale! You run back to your car and scrounge around in the backseat. You are relieved […]
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When is a mistake considered a malpractice?
Picture this: You walk into your living room on Sunday morning, ready for a peaceful transition into your week. You have your coffee in one hand and, a newspaper in the other. You toss your newspaper onto the couch and, as it is flying in mid-air, you realize you have made a mistake. You have […]
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Assessing capacity: a requirement that extends beyond estate planners
As we begin our way into “spooky season,” it is only appropriate to begin this article with some spooky legal jokes. What is a skeleton’s favorite type of legal work? Pro Bone-o. Who did the gourd leave their estate to? Their next of (pump)kin. How do ghosts settle their disputes? Through ar-boo-tration. Here is another […]
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Ameliorating Legal Malpractice Malaise: A Guide for Minnesota Lawyers
What is one thing Minnesotans love more than Caribou Coffee and a good hotdish? The Minnesota State Fair, dontcha know. As summer comes to an end, the Minnesota State Fair begins. And that means it is time to indulge in our favorite deep-fried foods that are impaled on a stick and sold for a terrifying […]
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