ASB Job Announcement: Alabama Lawyer Assistance Case Manager
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The Alabama State Bar is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the ALAP Case Manager. The ALAP Case Manager is responsible for monitoring lawyers and law students struggling with addiction and/or…
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Changing Coming to vLex Fastcase, Free Benefit for Alabama Lawyers
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The Alabama State Bar has offered Fastcase legal research as a benefit to members since 2020. Recently Fastcase merged with international legal research provider vLex. This merger resulted in an enhanced and…
Read MoreUnlocking the Full Potential of vLex Fastcase: Your Guide to the vLex Knowledge Base
- Filed Under: Law Practice Management, Things To Know
The vLex Knowledge Base is your go-to resource for mastering the platform and enhancing your legal research capabilities. Whether you’re a new user or a seasoned pro, our comprehensive guides and articles…
Read MoreA Golden Anniversary: Honoring 50 Years at the Inaugural Milestone Luncheon
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By Melissa Warnke On September 19, 2024, the Alabama State Bar hosted its inaugural Milestone Luncheon, honoring 164 distinguished members who have dedicated 50 years of service to the legal profession. The…
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Job Announcement: Alabama Lawyer Assistance Program Director
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The Alabama State Bar (ASB) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the director of the Alabama Lawyer Assistance Program. The successful candidate will oversee the statewide program, ensuring that Alabama…
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Announcing Free Trust & Billing Software for ASB Members
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As a member of the Alabama State Bar, you now have access to a game-changing, exclusive benefit. Starting Sept. 23, 2024, every member of the Alabama State Bar can enjoy FREE access to…
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Health and Wellness: Social Wellness and the Importance of Your Circle
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The following submission was requested by the Alabama State Bar’s Quality of Life, Health, and Wellness Committee and is intended to assist lawyers in improving the quality of legal services and improving…
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From Complexity to Clarity: Alabama Courts Adopt Singular Pagination for Appellate Filings
- Filed Under: The Alabama Lawyer Articles
Preparing an appellate brief can be a challenging endeavor, requiring not only a persuasive legal argument with accurate citations but also adherence to specific formatting rules and requirements. One such rule, the dual pagination requirement using both Roman and Arabic numerals, has long been a staple in Alabama appellate practice as well as a pain sometimes for attorneys and their support staff when formatting a brief.
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Demopolis Attorney Taylor T. “Tom” Perry, Jr. Installed as 149th President of the Alabama State Bar
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Tom Perry stands alongside his wife and children as he is sworn into office by Chief Justice Tom Parker. MONTGOMERY, Ala. – At its annual meeting on June 29, 2024, the Alabama…
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Empowering Access to Justice: Alabama State Bar Launches New Website to Assist Alabamians with Legal Challenges
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Montgomery, Ala. – June 24, 2024 – Access to justice is a fundamental right, yet for many Alabamians facing legal challenges without the means to afford representation, finding help can be an…
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