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Task Force Surveys Legal Professionals on AI and Other Emerging Technology

WA Bar News

Since their first meeting in May 2024, members of the Task Force have worked toward fulfilling the objectives of their charter to assess the legal technology landscape across the various sectors of the legal profession in Washington and the U.S., Island County Superior Court Judge Christon Skinner headed the workgroup on court impacts.

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Deposition Misconduct: Rules, Risks, and Remedies

WA Bar News

In this column, we’ll address a narrower, but more common, subset of deposition misconduct that the ABA opinion touches on: improper “coaching” during depositions and improper objections intended to impede the questioner. All objections shall be concise and must not suggest or coach answers from the deponent. Washington RPC 3.4(a)

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7 Tips to Navigate Social Media Ethics for Lawyers

Practice Panther

ABA Rule 1.7 addresses conflicts of interest, which can arise from relationships that might compromise your ability to represent a client objectively. Meanwhile, ABA Rule 8.4 Ass’n , the Florida Supreme Court ruled that a Facebook friendship between a judge and an attorney, by itself, isn’t sufficient for disqualification.

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How to Effectively Advertise Your Law Firm Without Breaking Ethical Rules?

Destination Articles Blog

Supreme Court ruled in Bates v. Avoid comparisons that claim superiority over other law firms unless they can be objectively verified. The main purpose of advertising is to inform and educate the general public about available legal services without targeting specific individuals. This changed in 1977 when the U.S.

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Crafting Excellence: How to Create the Best Lawyer LinkedIn Profiles for Success

Destination Articles Blog

Engaging with the Legal Community Active contribution to discussions, sharing insightful blog posts about legal trends or recent Supreme Court rulings, and participating in relevant groups can position you as a thought leader in your field. Don’t hesitate to request recommendations from colleagues, clients, and mentors.

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Tithing Troubles: Ex-Mormon's Lawsuit Raises Questions About Church Finances and First Amendment Rights

Law and Daily Life

Tithings Explained Huntsman claimed that the Church had represented (in official communications such as statements and Sunday School manuals) that tithing was restricted to non-commercial, charitable purposes, and that it would be used to fund “missionary work, member indoctrination, temple work, and other educational and charitable activities.”

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Understanding Jury Duty and Misconduct in the Legal Arena

Jury Analyst

A juror tasked with objective deliberation and verdict issuance based on evidence presented in court embodies the foundational aspect of a fair trial. Engaging with media reports on the case can pollute a juror’s objectivity with speculative or non-evidentiary information.