Ukraine

Morning Docket: 04.07.22

* Pressure mounts as Russia's actions in Ukraine labeled genocidal. [CNN] * Freedom or free doom? Wind energy can be a life or death reality for bald eagles and other birds. Bet they'll be safer once each death costs the company about $30k. [NPR] * Handsy cop quietly gets his job back. Don't worry, not in the Cuomo way. Just the Ike way. That's apparently acceptable for the force. [Vice] * Just change the words a little: Ohio copies Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill. [Dispatch] * It is no longer illegal to braid hair in Idaho without a cosmetology license. In other news, it was once illegal to braid hair in Idaho without a cosmetology license. [Forbes]

By Chris Williams

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States Move To Divest From Russia

A growing number of states have joined the U.S. government and a host of allied nations around the world in imposing sweeping sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

By LexisNexis

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Chrometa: Turning Time Into Billable Value For Modern Lawyers

Adoption of Chrometa represents more than a technological upgrade; it reflects a professional philosophy that values accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.

By Chrometa

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The Biglaw Firm Advising Ukraine On Sanctions

The Biglaw firm is providing the services pro bono.

By Kathryn Rubino

Small Law Firms

Work Visa Options To Consider For Ukrainian Nationals

On March 24, the Biden administration unveiled plans to expedite the refugee program that would enable 100,000 Ukrainian nationals into the United States.

By Tahmina Watson

Government

Tankies Sinking In Ukraine’s Muddy Fields

The war hasn’t been good for Russia’s Western apologists.

By Alaric Dearment

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LexisNexis Has The Resources You Need To Navigate The Developing Situation In Ukraine

LexisNexis is standing with Ukraine and condemning the Russian invasion. At the same time, they’re compiling critical resources to help citizens and businesses, both in Ukraine and abroad, to navigate the continually changing legal landscape.

By Stephanie Wilkins

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Pursuing The Pro Bono Story: A Conversation With Alicia Aiken

This Pro Bono Week, get inspired to give back with PLI’s Pursuing Justice: The Pro Bono Files, a one-of-a-kind podcast hosted by Alicia Aiken.

By Practising Law Institute

Morning Docket

Morning Docket: 03.24.22

* Bad Blood: Apple is facing antitrust litigation because of its heart monitoring capabilities. [9to5Mac] * Idaho’s governor just yolo signed a bill that flouts Roe. [NYT] * All hands on deck: students are putting books on hold to support Ukraine. [Reuters] * No Cuomo: NY passed laws that will strengthen harassment and discrimination protections. [National Law Review] * According to the judge, you’re gonna need some paperwork for that. [Tennessee Lookout]

By Chris Williams

Biglaw