“You’re Redundant, Not Pregnant” A Fired Lawyer’s $230K Claim Raises Eyebrows

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Reality TV Lawyer Sues for Pregnancy Discrimination Summer Irvin, once on First Dates, now finds herself in a legal showdown with her former employer over claims of unfair dismissal after disclosing her pregnancy. The $230K lawsuit highlights workplace discrimination concerns in Australia’s legal sector. A young lawyer who once charmed viewers on First Dates is […]

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The Receptionist Test: How Top Law Firms Really Pick Their Grads (And What They’re Paying)

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How Top Law Firms Really Choose Their Graduates (And What They’re Paying for Them) Top law firms are shifting away from traditional grades-focused hiring. Instead, they’re quietly testing soft skills—like how grads treat receptionists and whether they can hold a decent conversation at a cocktail event. EQ is the new IQ in legal hiring. Every

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Former Investment Firm GC Joins Seward as Venture Capital Partner

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Seward & Kissel LLP announced that Jacob Comer has joined as partner in the Firm’s Investment Management practice specializing in venture capital formation and transactions. Comer has extensive experience leading fund formation, cross-border fundraising, and complex deal structuring. He has a background as both a legal and investment executive overseeing regulatory strategy, fund launches, and high-stakes transactions.

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What Agencies Can Learn From Legal Automation Failures

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Article Source: Bestera.io Tradition meets modern ambition in the US and shapes an environment that values progress alongside proven practices. Legal agencies in this nation are increasingly turning toward automation, drawn by its promise to improve accuracy and handle tasks more swiftly. However, this shift toward legal automation is far from straightforward. Many agencies face

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10 Key Steps in the Civil Litigation Process

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Article Source: GLG LLP, Toronto Civil litigation refers to the formal legal proceedings used to settle conflicts between private parties or organizations. Whether involving personal injury claims, contract disputes, or property disputes, the process follows a structured path through the court system. Understanding these steps can help parties navigate their case effectively, ensuring a speedy

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SFO leads Anti‑Corruption Taskforce pilot to strengthen public sector resilience

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The Serious Fraud Office (SFO), supported by the New Zealand Police and the Public Service Commission, today announced a joint Anti‑Corruption Taskforce and pilot programme to build a clearer, system‑wide picture of the corruption and fraud risks across the public service. The Taskforce will be led by the SFO and draw on specialist counter fraud and

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Lawyers, AI, and the One Skill Tech Can’t Replace

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Artificial intelligence may be rewriting the rulebook for lawyering—but it’s not rewriting what makes a lawyer indispensable. So says Kate Barton, global CEO of Dentons and leader of the world’s largest law firm, in a compelling Fortune piece that urges lawyers to double down not on data—but on emotional intelligence (EQ). Forget chatbots and contract

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Separate or Shared? Clarifying Property Ownership in Divorce

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Article Source: Orange County Family Law, CA Photo by Marek Studzinski from Unsplash Divorce impacts emotions, finances, assets, and shared items like an unwanted coffee maker. One of the most contentious issues is determining ownership. While it may seem clear that your childhood baseball cards are yours and joint savings are shared, legal complexities can

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