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The Paralegal Voice : Distinguishing Diversity from Inclusion Jun 04, 2021

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There’s a right way to create a culture of diversity and inclusion and there are countless wrong ways companies and law firms continue to develop failing programs and policies. St. John’s University’s William Murphy tells host Carl Morrison the range from worst reasons to implement (reactionary) to best (making the business case). In between are altruistic or PR-motivated programs doomed to fail. He outlines what makes a successful program and how those programs not only improve culture but increase profits.

William L. Murphy is an Assistant Professor at St. John’s University.

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Legal Talk Today : South Dakota’s Right to Party! Jun 04, 2021

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In this episode, we talk about South Dakota’s famous 4th of July fireworks show, why it was cancelled, and Governor Kristi Noem’s lawsuit against the Biden Administration to get it back. Christopher Vondracek from Forum News Service joins us.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Lawyer 2 Lawyer : States Regulating Protests Jun 04, 2021

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According to The Hill, Republican lawmakers in 34 states have introduced more than 80 anti-protest bills thus far in the 2021 legislative session. In Florida, Governor Ron Desantis recently signed an ‘anti-riot’ bill into law that states, in part, that a driver may avoid liability "for injury or death caused if fleeing for safety from a mob.” And Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed a similar bill into law as well, requiring that the driver "unintentionally harm[s] protesters in fleeing said protests".

So is this legislation constitutional? Does it infringe on an individual's First Amendment’s right to peacefully protest? Or is this a necessary deterrent to combat violence at protests? On Lawyer 2 Lawyer, host Craig Williams is joined by attorney Jeff Lewis, from Jeff Lewis Law, to discuss states regulating protests through legislation, how such laws intersect with the First Amendment, and the impact on those who protest.

The Kennedy-Mighell Report : Essential Summer Reading Lists for 2021 Jun 04, 2021

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It’s that time again! Dennis and Tom return to the time-honored tradition of sharing their summer reading plans with listeners. After discussing their reading habits and some favorite digital reading tools, they offer up their top book picks for the summer – both fiction and non!

Next, this time on “Hot or Not?”, Dennis and Tom discuss CCTV, its significant privacy implications, and whether they think it might gain more of a foothold in the United States.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

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Lawyerist Podcast : #331: The Small Firm Roadmap, with Sam Glover Jun 03, 2021

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We are replaying an older episode where Lawyerist Co-Founder, Sam Glover, and Stephanie Everett talk about the book they co-wrote together, The Small Firm Roadmap.

If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap yet, get the first chapter right now for free!

Thanks to Rankings.io, TextExpander, and Postali for sponsoring this episode.

ABA Law Student Podcast : Career Preparedness: Navigating Career Choices in Law School and Beyond Jun 02, 2021

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Thankfully, career opportunities for law students and new lawyers seem to be increasing as COVID concerns abate. But, how can you best prepare yourself for actually getting the job you want? Meg Steenburgh welcomes Howard University School of Law’s Lauren Jackson to discuss tips and tactics for pursuing a fulfilling legal career. She emphasizes the importance of networking from day one of law school and advises students to keep an open mind about the opportunities that come their way.

Lauren R. Jackson is assistant director of career services at Howard University School of Law and a legacy-focused attorney with a passion for helping entrepreneurs, small businesses and everyday dreamers through her consulting agency, The L. Renee Group.

Litigation Radio : Attorney Client Privilege with Edna Epstein Jun 02, 2021

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Famed author and attorney Edna Selan Epstein stops by to talk with Dave Scriven-Young about Attorney Client Privilege, how it’s developed over the years, and related ways to save cost in discovery. In addition, they talk about starting her firm, lessons she’s learned, and much more.

Stay tuned for Darryl Wilson’s tips on the scope and use of Attorney-Client Privilege.

Legal Talk Today : Lawyers, Anthrax, & Money! Jun 02, 2021

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The Arizona Election Audit has provoked high-powered legal battles but what is the Arizona Senate looking for and why is Maricopa County and the Democratic Party of Arizona trying to stop it? Zachary Stieber from the Epoch Times walks us through this colossal rumble.

Special thanks to our sponsor Nota.

Above the Law - Thinking Like a Lawyer : No One's Where They Expected To Be Jun 02, 2021

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More law firms announce that they aren't expecting associates to be back full-time in the office in the fall. More law schools announce that they aren't expecting enrolled law students to be in class at all. And more Kardashians announce that they aren't lawyers yet.

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State Bar of Texas Podcast : Reopening Texas Courts: Plans and Challenges for Resuming In-Person Court Proceedings Jun 01, 2021

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As Texas has lightened its COVID-related restrictions ahead of many other states, courts around the state are making plans to or have already opened their doors to resume in-person court proceedings. As this process moves forward, how are jurors, litigants, and the many other people involved kept safe? State Bar of Texas podcast host Rocky Dhir talks with Judge Maricela Moore about what her court, the George Allen Courthouse in Dallas, is doing to ensure safety and what challenges they face related to changing mandates, individual juror concerns, and many other considerations. Judge Moore also discusses the use of Zoom, her take on its role in the future of the judiciary, and when she thinks it does and doesn't work for court proceedings.

Judge Maricela Moore is the presiding judge of the 162nd Judicial District Court of Dallas County and the local administrative district judge