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New York Court of Appeals Confirms Attorney-Client Privilege Can Apply Without Anticipated/Pending Litigation or Client’s Affirmative Request for Legal Advice

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Key Takeaway: Under New York law, the attorney-client privilege applies to advice from counsel regarding general legal subjects, even when unsolicited and there is no anticipated litigation or pending action. Can that communication be fairly withheld on the basis of attorney-client privilege? In Matter of App. & Cmty.

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First Amendment Protects Non-Lawyers in Providing Legal Advice in Debt Cases, Federal Court Rules

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Non-lawyers will be allowed to provide legal advice to low-income New Yorkers who face debt collection actions, under a preliminary injunction ordered yesterday by a federal judge in New York. The Court holds that it does.” In a 33-page opinion, U.S. District Judge Paul A.

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Can Paralegals Give Legal Advice?

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While not all lawyers have paralegals, also known as legal assistants, they are without a doubt a game-changer for lawyers juggling multiple cases and deadlines. A paralegal's main role is to help assist attorneys with all of the administrative tasks that it requires to keep their law firm operational.

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Land of Lincoln Legal Aid Attorneys Saved More Than 633 Hours from Remote Court Appearances, Access to Justice Commission Found

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The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission) recently issued a report documenting the cost and time savings of remote court appearances in southern Illinois’ First Judicial Circuit. Both agreed to provide the ATJ Commission with data on the impact of remote court appearances during the pilot program.

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Utah Sandbox OKs Two Programs Enabling Non-Lawyers To Give Legal Advice On Medical Debt

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These are only the second and third non-profit projects to be approved to participate in the sandbox and the first in the nation to empower non-lawyers go give limited-scope legal advice about medical debt, according to Stacy Butler , director of the Innovation for Justice Program at the University of Arizona James E.

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What Makes a Good Divorce Attorney?

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Add in factors like the emotions involved and personal nature of the cases, and this may be why many attorneys aren’t too eager to practice family law. Plus, most folks going through a family court proceeding have never hired a lawyer before. Perhaps it is a realization that to be a good family attorney, one must wear numerous hats.

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What is the Difference Between a Litigator, Lawyer, and Attorney?

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The legal profession can be complex, and the terminology used to describe various legal professionals often leads to confusion. In this blog, we will delve into the distinctions between a lawyer, attorney, and litigator. They are responsible for advising clients, preparing cases, and representing them in court proceedings.