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πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Storm Clouds in Law Firms: AI Already Replaces Some Positions

Global law firms are considering significant layoffs in administrative roles due to the adoption of artificial intelligence technology.

Mar 22 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro's lawyers reinforce exclusivity in defending banker before the STF

Daniel Vorcaro's legal team has emphasized that his representation at the Supreme Federal Court is exclusively handled by two specific law firms.

Mar 19 β€’ 21:46 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Objection Exclusive: Antitrust Law Instead of Culture War

The demand for increased diversity is facing unexpected opposition as a U.S. antitrust agency targets the diversity programs of major law firms, affecting German companies as well.

Mar 19 β€’ 16:45 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Hundreds of firms including famous brands named and shamed for underpaying staff - full list

Nearly 400 companies, including well-known brands, have been penalized for failing to pay employees the minimum wage in the UK.

Mar 19 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The surveys for the XXIV Ranking of Legal Offices by 'Rzeczpospolita' are continuing

The annual survey for the XXIV Ranking of Legal Offices is ongoing, providing crucial insights into the legal services market in Poland.

Mar 18 β€’ 07:04 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

At least 144 police officers have joined law firms after retirement over the past 6 years... The Citizens' Coalition for Economic Justice raises concerns about the fairness of investigations.

The increasing trend of police officers joining law firms after retirement raises concerns about possible conflicts of interest.

Mar 18 β€’ 05:58 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

OAB-RJ manages to suspend tax increase on law firms

The Brazilian Bar Association in Rio de Janeiro achieved a court order to suspend a tax increase affecting law firms under the presumed profit regime.

Mar 10 β€’ 17:48 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The XXIV Ranking of Law Firms by "Rzeczpospolita" Has Started

The XXIV Ranking of Law Firms by "Rzeczpospolita" seeks to provide reliable information about leading law firms in Poland as the legal services market continues to evolve.

Mar 10 β€’ 14:54 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

YKKAP Recommended for Violations of Subcontracting Law - 4,997 Tooling Stored Free of Charge

YKKAP has been reprimanded by the Japan Fair Trade Commission for violating subcontracting laws by having 4,997 toolings stored free of charge by contracted firms.

Mar 10 β€’ 06:30 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Justice responds to Coupang's US investors' ISDS filing by appointing advisory law firms

The Ministry of Justice of South Korea has appointed domestic and international law firms to respond to an ISDS arbitration request submitted by US investors in Coupang.

Mar 5 β€’ 02:27 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Business Ticker: Trump Withdraws in Dispute with US Law Firms

Trump has withdrawn his appeal against rulings from four major law firms, marking a significant legal setback for him.

Mar 3 β€’ 07:36 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Quick Answers" in California: This is how immigration cases are resolved with artificial intelligence

The article discusses a new AI-based system implemented by law firms in California to more effectively manage immigration cases amid a complex migratory context influenced by political changes.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:58 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Is Japan's AI Law Powerless Against Foreign Companies?

Japan's new AI law has been ineffective in addressing unauthorized uses of iconic characters like Son Goku and Doraemon by foreign tech firms.

Feb 27 β€’ 02:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Lawyers for US cancer sufferers challenge Bayer’s $7.25bn Roundup settlement deal

A coalition of 14 law firms representing cancer victims is contesting Bayer's proposed $7.25 billion settlement for Roundup litigation, arguing it fails to adequately protect the rights of many plaintiffs.

Feb 25 β€’ 23:23 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

LYNX – a new legal brand for Central and Eastern Europe

LYNX is a new legal brand formed from the merger of two law firms in Central and Eastern Europe, now employing over 200 lawyers across 13 offices.

Feb 23 β€’ 13:03 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Nine ministers of the STF and 12 close relatives are partners of at least 31 companies

Nine ministers of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court and 12 of their close relatives are partners in at least 31 businesses, including law firms and real estate companies.

Feb 15 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

UK law firms consider action on behalf of women who developed brain tumours after using contraceptive

UK law firms are exploring legal action for women who developed brain tumours linked to the contraceptive Depo-Provera.

Feb 11 β€’ 20:45 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
Crime & Justice

Epstein Documents: Revelations Also Burden Top Lawyers

Recent revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal have implicated not only notable law firm partners but also high-ranking legal officers at leading corporations, including Goldman Sachs.

Feb 5 β€’ 15:02 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Column 'My Judgment': How much work protection do lawyers in large law firms need?

The Hamburg Administrative Court's recent ruling on maximum working hours raises questions about the relevance of current labor laws for high-paid lawyers in large firms who face intense work pressure.

Jan 13 β€’ 11:24 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
Crime & Justice

Column 'My Judgment': How Much Workplace Safety Do Lawyers in Large Law Firms Need?

A recent ruling by the Hamburg Administrative Court highlights concerns about the relevance of labor laws for high-paid lawyers, addressing long working hours and high workloads in large law firms.

Jan 13 β€’ 11:24 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Legal Market in Transition: A Turning Point for US Law Firms

The US legal market is undergoing significant changes due to rising cost pressures, declining demand, and the transformative impact of AI systems, which could also have repercussions in Germany.

Jan 11 β€’ 18:08 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
Crime & Justice

UK law firms get ready for crackdown on money laundering

UK law firms are preparing for new anti-money laundering regulations as the Financial Conduct Authority takes on the role of the sector's watchdog, threatening stricter penalties and changes in the industry.

Jan 1 β€’ 15:16 UTC

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