Tag: Law

Republicans Have a Trump Law and Order Problem

The best litmus test during the first Republican debate was every candidate’s answer to one question: “Would you act the same as Mike Pence did on January 6th?” It revealed their true views on law and order and the rule of law. Whether they agreed that no one person is above t...

This Housing Law Is Changing Cities Like SF and Everyone Loves It, Including the People Who Opposed It

Case in point: In July, the nonprofit developer Mission Economic Development Agency announced that at long last it had reached a deal on 2205 Mission, a long-defunct property on 18th Street that will soon offer more than 60 affordable homes for local teachers. The development comes with one ...

SF Lawmaker Closes 469 Stevenson Loophole With New State Housing Law

It’s been two years since San Francisco lawmakers sought to block a new development of nearly 500 homes on a valet parking lot in downtown San Francisco, but the blowback from that baffling vote is still being felt — so much so that SF Assemblymember Phil Ting sponsored legisla...

The intricacies of the Yakuza and the law

The Japanese mafia, most commonly referred to as the Yakuza, traces its origins back to as early as the 17th Century. Throughout the years, the Yakuza has kept a strict code of honor. This has allowed them to remain quasi-legal as the authorities are aware that their code of honor keeps them from di...

The Old Man and the New NYC Dashing Law

As a financially well-heeled 73 year-old, most people would assume I’d be busy traveling and/or eating at fancy restaurants in between sitting at home reading books or watching movies. I’ve worked hard and earned the good life, right? But I’m one of those “to retire is to ...

The Old Man and the New NYC Dashing Law

Misery and Law of Karma

My memory drifted me to the day when she was in the last stage of cancer and was bearing excruciating pain.Her each rasping breath was a reminder of the unwelcome tenant now residing within her, a tumor gnawing at her insides.She was sitting on her bed when she said that perhaps she must had done so...

Combining the Law of Attraction with Manifestation

To manifest is to bring our dreams , wishes , thoughts and desires into our realities . Our emotions play a big role in bringing them into fruition . By setting our intention, working towards our desired results and keeping our thoughts aligned with the outcome we wish to experie...

Criminal Law: A Pillar of Social Order

Navigating the labyrinth of justice, Criminal Law stands as a pillar safeguarding societal order. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the heart of legalities, unraveling the complexities, and shedding light on the nuances that define our judicial system. If you’re curious abou...

There Was Neither Law Or Order

Among the many, many differences between Ben Stone and Jack McCoy was how both looked at the death penalty. When Stone was in the DA’s office, New York didn’t have it, but in ‘Vengeance’ in the middle of trying to convict a serial killer with a tricky lawyer, the Connecticut ...

BACK TO BEING A LAW STUDENT

School has resumed and i’m reminded once again of how fast time flies. A month ago, I was playing charades with my cousins late into the night, and now I’m staring at my black and white, wondering who the devil incarnate was that told me law could make me millions. I remember telling my ...

How I got into Law School in Canada at 18

My journey to law school starts when I attended a high school in Texas from ages 15–16, 2019–2020. You might be thinking something along the lines of “law schools don’t look at your high school marks, why does this matter? Get to the good part!” But trust me, the story ...

How to Break Into Big Law

This is part one in a series on “Big Law” firms from the perspective of a former Big Law associate. Part two discusses how to succeed as a Big Law summer associate. Part three discusses how to succeed as a first-year Big Law associate. Notwithstanding the lawsuits ...

Getting into Law School: NUS and SMU Law Admissions

A little bit about myself, I previously accepted a Double Degree in Business Management and Information Systems at Singapore Management University (SMU), but decided to change my course of study to Law in the year that I was about to matriculate into University (2022). I’m also a guy, so I had...

Preparing for Law School Success: A Guide Before Classes Begin

Embarking on the journey of law school is an exciting and challenging endeavor. While the official coursework and legal studies will commence once classes begin, there are several proactive steps you can take to prepare yourself for success even before stepping foot in the lecture hall. By investing...

Law School Blows

The only thing I hate more than law school is law students who say the following: “Law school’s not that bad,” or “I enjoy the classes, I like what I’m learning.” Shut up. It is that bad. Objectively speaking, it is that bad. Take a moment to pi...

Opportunities for Law Students Interested in Privacy Law

I became curious about privacy law as a first-year law student. I spent a lot of time sifting through search results and outdated websites to find programs to apply for so I could cobble together a privacy-focused resume. I put together this list to outline a few available opportunities so that s...

How to Succeed as a First-Year Attorney at a Big Law Firm

You’ll work long nights and will always be on call from partners and senior associates. The stress can be extremely difficult. But that said, the monetary rewards are great, you’ll gain solid experience, and you’ll work with some insanely smart people. I worked in Big Law for ab...

Why I do not practice law | Practicing Law Sucks

When people think about the practice of law, they think that there will be arguments about truly monumental issues that significantly improve society for the better. So it probably is demoralizing to a lot of new lawyers to realize that opposing counsel will write hostile messages because one did no...

The essay that got me into NYU Law

Four weeks after I submitted my law school application to NYU Law, my phone rang on silent. I feverishly skimmed the voicemail an hour later. I was admitted to NYU Law, one of the best law schools in the U.S.. Quickly after, they sent me a scholarship letter with 25K of aid a year, which I later ...

Law School: |”4 States-That Doesn’t Require Law School to be Recognized by the Courts”

In these states, individuals can become lawyers by completing a law office study program (also known as a “reading the law” program). These programs typically require the individual to study law for 2–4 years under the supervision of an experienced lawyer. Once the individual compl...

My 1L Experience at Western Law

Over the past eight months, I completed my first year of law school. It was difficult and challenging, to say the least. I moved to a new city where I only knew two people, met tons of new faces, was thrown into six courses, given 100+ pages of reading per week, and challenged with learning new topi...

Law School Tip: How to Improve Your Handwriting in 5 Simple Ways

In Philippine law schools, students are expected not just to answer their exams well. They need to WRITE them too in, at least, a readable format. And believe it or don’t, handwriting is one of the major factors that determine a Filipino barrister’s chance of passing the bar. Not s...

Overcoming failure in law school.

We all know that law school is a terrible place to be. It is known to be the “great-equalizer” which means every person who enters law school starts from zero. Forget about your credentials during your undergrad, your rank and your position from your respective work and your reputation o...

The ChatGPT Law School Chronicles: Can an AI Ace the Bar Exam?

In an era of technological marvels and rapid advancements, we are posed with a curious question: Could an AI language model like ChatGPT not only survive the rigorous trials of law school but also pass the bar exam? Join us on this entertaining journey as we envision ChatGPT’s law school adven...

Tech in law firms: trends and challenges

Law firms have long been slow in responding to technology-driven changes because of their risk-averse nature. But it seems that things start moving as we see an increase in LegalTech investments. The proof comes from Gartner. In their recent research, Gartner predicts that the proportion of ...

AI & Law: Product Ideas For Startups In LegalTech

Believe it or not, those two key factors are oftentimes poorly stipulated by a startup founder and thusly renders the startup entirely suspect and unlikely to gain any traction. Investors will not invest in a vacuous realm whereby the entrepreneur cannot distinctly and clearly state what the prob...

Attorney & Law: AI’s Role in Modern Law Practice

AI technology offers numerous advantages to attorneys, enabling them to handle complex legal tasks with greater ease and accuracy. One of the key benefits of AI is its ability to analyze vast amounts of legal data in a fraction of the time it would take a human lawyer. By utilizing AI-powered sof...

No Code automated reasoning for case law with Logiak

Case Law reasoning is formidably difficult to automate because the logic with which one needs to reason is implicit in preceding case judgements whose features are never identical with the facts of future cases. There is always the need to use quintessentially human techniques such as analogical ...

Service Law: How AI is Enhancing Legal Services

Artificial intelligence has made significant strides in recent years, transforming industries across the board. In the legal sector, AI is proving to be a game-changer, streamlining processes and improving outcomes. AI-powered technologies, such as machine learning, natural language processing, a...

From Fear to Flourish: Embracing AI to Supercharge Your Law Practice or Business

As an IP lawyer, AI-driven legal tech consultant, and founder of innovative businesses like Legally BlissedⓇ and Advogence™️, I’m here to show you how to supercharge your law practice or business by embracing AI and adopting the right mindset when doing so. Technology intimidates ...

Don’t Blame Law Firm Culture for Innovation or Legal Technology Failures. It’s Always Been You.

Legal technology adoption is one of the most critical challenges for law firms that want to stay competitive and deliver value to their clients in the digital age. It refers to the process of convincing lawyers and other legal professionals to try, buy, and use new tools and solutions that can enhan...

99 to 0 Remembering Sandra Day O’Connor: A Trailblazer in Law and Justice

Early Life and Education O’Connor’s early years were spent on a 198,000-acre cattle ranch near Duncan, Arizona, where she developed a rugged independence and a love for the law. Despite the ranch’s isolation and lack of modern amenities, she excelled in her studies, eventually a...

Trump Could Get Tossed Off the Ballot…by Two Law Professors

That’s not me speaking, or Democratic politicians, or progressive activists. It’s two influential conservative legal scholars, Professors William Baude and Michael Stokes Paulsen, in a University of Pennsylvania Law Review article. Other leading conservative lawyers have backed thei...

‘Law and Order: SVU’

I have always loved watching procedural crime tv shows. I like how episodes attempt to be grounded and how they sometimes take on themes borrowed from current societal issues. One of my favorites is Law and Order. Law and Order has six spin-offs including Special Victims Unit, C...

The First Confederate Statue in Texas, and Martial Law Surrounding It

In the above photo, George Hughes can be seen escorted by local law enforcement. In 2020, Bill Magers, a judge with several DWI's that remained in office in Sherman Texas even after committing another intoxicated joy ride with an affluent business owner in the community, blocked a proposal to...

Charles law | Volume and Temperature Relationship

Historical Background: Jacques Charles, born in 1746, made significant contributions to the understanding of gas behavior. In the late 18th century, he conducted experiments with gases, specifically focusing on the relationship between temperature and volume. Charles's observations led to the f...

Graham’s Law | Diffusion and Effusion of Gases

Diffusion and Effusion: Diffusion refers to the spontaneous mixing of particles, where molecules move from regions of higher concentration to lower concentration. Effusion, on the other hand, specifically describes the escape of gas molecules through a small opening into a vacuum. Diffusion and ...

The rise of AI and the need for Antifragile Law Making (ALM)

The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) may bring unprecedented advancements in technology, revolutionizing various industries and aspects of daily life. However, as we navigate this uncharted territory, the future of AI remains uncertain, shrouded in a veil of ambiguity. The complexity of AI...

The “First Mystery Law”

THE METAPHYSICS OF PERSONAL GROWTH The word is the main teaching tool of the artist, even if we are not aware that we are the artists. With the word, we give meaning to what we perceive, creating a reality that only exists in our mind. When we understand how important the word is because it is th...

The Power of the Power Law

There’s an underlying rule of the universe that governs much of what we see, do, read, watch, consume… It’s called The Power Law. I summarize it as follows: Most of the output comes from little of the input. Most of the input contributes little to the output. You may ha...

Law of Large Numbers

The foundation of the Law of Large Numbers lies in the assumption of Independent and Identically Distributed (IID) random variables. Independence implies that the outcomes of one event do not influence the outcomes of another, while Identically Distributed signifies that the random variables share t...

Law Enforcement and Veterans Call on Biden Administration and DEA to Reschedule Marijuana (and What That Would Mean for the Legal Cannabis Industry)

We’ve come a long, long way from where we started, and yet, here we are in 2024 and marijuana is still listed as a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA). Recently though, it seems that we may be closer than ever to seeing that change for the first time since ...

The Law of Striving

The universe only has a few laws, and one of them is the Law of Striving. This law dictates that when we strive for an end result we will either push it away or ruin it in its achievement. This isn’t a new discovery. The Greeks said, “When the gods wish to destroy a man, they first give ...

A Brief History of Murphy’s Law

If you’ve ever had a bad day where nothing went right, you probably felt like God, other people, or the universe in general was conspiring against you. It’s also highly likely someone dismissed your protests by claiming Murphy’s Law. That happened to me a lot. And, in my angst, ...

From Conflict to Precedent: the Journey of Case Law Formation

Imagine you are walking through a law library. Each book is a decision, a chapter in the grand saga of American law. We’re talking about case law — a collection of all the courtroom dramas and decisions from the past that guide what’s happening in the courts today and will happen t...

Learning How to Make My Own Clothes in Four Months…While Working Full-time as a Law Student

I went to Barcelona for three days to celebrate. During the trip, I checked out one of their clothing stores, Desigual. I regard malls and stores as museums. Art museums. So when traveling I will never hesitate to spend the extra time at such places. (I once spent two full days examining the Harrods...

Navigating Social Security Disability: What Happens if You Move to Another State While Your Case is Pending

Moving to another state can bring about significant changes, especially if you're navigating a Social Security Disability case. Understanding the implications of such a move is crucial to ensure the smooth progression of your case and to safeguard your benefits. In this blog post, we'll expl...

Personal Injury Attorney in Miami: A Comprehensive Guide

When life takes an unexpected turn due to an accident or injury, it can be a challenging and confusing time. Seeking the right legal assistance becomes crucial in ensuring that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve. This comprehensive guide will explore the role...