Kansas State House Committee considers bill on loan forgiveness for rural lawyers and law students
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN — The committee on agriculture and natural resources held a hearing Thursday on a bill that would incentivize University of Kansas and Washburn University law students to practice in rural areas and reward attorneys who already do.
Read More about Kansas State House Committee considers bill on loan forgiveness for rural lawyers and law studentsLaw firm warns lawyers that use of AI resulting in false case information could lead to terminatio
REUTERS — U.S. personal injury law firm Morgan & Morgan sent an urgent email, opens new tab this month to its more than 1,000 lawyers: Artificial intelligence can invent fake case law, and using made-up information in a court filing could get you fired.
Read More about Law firm warns lawyers that use of AI resulting in false case information could lead to terminatioRepublican state lawmakers target diversity, equity, and inclusion and tenure status at universities
INSIDE HIGHER ED — Even before Trump’s return, Republican legislators in some states were rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The campaign continues in current legislative sessions.
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ABA JOURNAL — How does a firm incentivize its lawyers to come back into the building? Promise each attorney who treks into the firm every day a big office with a shiny nameplate? Bring in a barista? Comfortable communal space? An in-house medical clinic? Cupcakes?
Read More about Study examines the benefits of hybrid work in law firmsDemocratic attorneys general defend diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts as federal directives aim to dismantle them
BLOOMBERG LAW — Many of the corporate diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programs under Trump administration scrutiny are legal and reduce workplace bias and harassment, Democratic state attorneys general said in a guidance document.
Read More about Democratic attorneys general defend diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts as federal directives aim to dismantle themConsulting form research finds that 74% of legal professionals are happy with their jobs
THE NATIONAL JURIST — New research from talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half reveals that most legal professionals are satisfied in their current roles, leading to fewer workers planning to make a career move in 2025.
Read More about Consulting form research finds that 74% of legal professionals are happy with their jobsOpinion: How pro bono initiatives exemplify the best of the legal profession
LEGAL READER — The concept of pro bono (Latin for “the public good”) has long been a cornerstone of the legal profession.
Read More about Opinion: How pro bono initiatives exemplify the best of the legal professionInternational Bar Association Future of Legal Services Commission releases report on threats to the legal profession
LAW FUEL — According to the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Future of Legal Services Commission (FLSC), artificial intelligence (AI) is a crucial topic that the legal profession needs to focus on more in the short-term.
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LAW.COM — Law school applications are up across the country, with nearly 20% more applicants competing for a seat in the class of 2028.
Read More about A look at the surge in law school applicationsABA releases statement supporting the rule of law after recent executive branch moves and declarations
ABA — It has been three weeks since Inauguration Day. Most Americans recognize that newly elected leaders bring change.
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