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“For the Innocent” Named Winner for Activism, Public Service, & Social Impact in the Individual Episode Category in the 3rd Annual Signal Awards

PETALUMA, CA (Nov. 12, 2024) – Today, The Signal Awards presented Legal Talk Network and The Innocence Center with a bronze award for their exceptional activism, public service, and social impact of...

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Is Law Still the Least Diverse Profession in the U.S.?

From an outsider’s perspective, the legal profession might appear to be taking meaningful steps toward remedying its historical lack of diversity. Prominent individuals like former President Barack Obama and Vice President Kamala...

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How Lawyers and Elected Officials Are Combatting Homelessness

The problem of homelessness and the challenges faced by homeless individuals have recently garnered unprecedented attention. In Los Angeles, a city where the issue of homeless families has long been a silent,...

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2024’s Pivotal Antitrust Cases: What They Mean for the Future

The role of antitrust regulations is expanding with the implementation of new regulatory frameworks worldwide. This expansion means that businesses operating across the globe are now encountering a more intricate set of...

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4 Hispanic Lawyers Who Are Leading Historic Change in Law

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration observed every year from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we come together to honor and acknowledge the enduring impact and influence...

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The Most Interesting Supreme Court Rulings of 2024

The most recent Supreme Court term was marked by a sustained challenge to the authority of administrative agencies, significant victories for former President Donald J. Trump, and conflicting signals on issues related...

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Legal Talk Network Launches Season Two of ‘For the Innocent’ Podcast Sharing New Stories of Innocent People Convicted of Crimes They Didn’t Commit, Focusing on Pervasive Use of Junk Science in Convictions 

Exoneree, Zavion Johnson and others tell their fight for freedom stories in Season Two of Legal Talk Network’s For the Innocent Podcast. Real men and women spend decades in prison every year...

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‘Talk Justice’ seeks to amplify ‘unexpected’ voices in support of civil legal aid

Aiming for a wider reach and audience, the civil legal aid podcast Talk Justice has joined the Legal Talk Network. Produced by the Legal Services Corporation, the podcast features a rotating lineup of hosts...

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Black Widow v. Disney | Victim blaming in politics | DIY in complex cases

Shuttered during the pandemic, movie theaters are only slowly opening capacity and drawing modest audiences. What impact did the shutdown and digital-first releases have on the pocketbooks of superstars headlining the films?...

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Building a-typically extraordinary teams | Cringey responses to web reviews | DOJ’s A2J redux

Building good teams often requires valuing the unique strengths of each member. For legal teams, diversity of thought and perspective can make all the difference when solving problems. If everyone thinks the...

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Mastering macros | Tag you’re it | Public personas on trial

Leveraging technology and the latest legal tools doesn’t necessarily mean becoming an expert in coding and the nuances of machine learning. Several recent Legal Talk Network episodes take deep dives into day-to-day...

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Advocacy for the unpopular: Where’s the line? | U.S. Rep. Raskin on impeachment | Bill of Rights for the earth?

When someone hires a lawyer, they are entitled to a level of zealous advocacy. Ethical guidelines bind the lawyer to be loyal and give their clients their all.  But there are limits...

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Law schools ranked by employment | IRL office debate | A Declaration of Independence reading

Rankings of all sorts can be controversial, especially for those being ranked when their numbers never materialize or slip. Yet, they continue to be incredibly important for the marketing of law schools,...

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Pricing and hirability | New Solo crash course | Elder fraud on the rise

At the top end of the legal profession, in terms of pay, salary wars are well underway. Starting associate salaries have jumped over the $200K mark and are rising. But for much...

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