Ethical Considerations for Attorneys Using AI in Their Practice By: Don Ho The legal profession has been relatively slow to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) technologies compared to other industries. However, AI is rapidly advancing and attorneys who wish to maintain a competitive edge need to wisely leverage these powerful tools. AI can assist with legal … Continued
Level Up Your Legal Research: Tips and Tricks for California Lawyers It’s a task that’s been part of your workflow since your career began, but when was the last time you fine-tuned your approach to legal research? Whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned attorney, chances are there’s room for improvement. The quality of … Continued
The Inconvenient Forum Conundrum: How to Dismiss or Stay a Lawsuit Filed in California California is convenient for many things: making wine, surfing waves, launching a startup — we could go on! But it’s not always a convenient forum for a lawsuit against your client. Where a case is heard can be as crucial as … Continued
Trustees and Beneficiaries Beware: Think Twice Before Modifying an Irrevocable Trust By: Christina M. Chan Under section 6110(i)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code, a Chief Counsel Advice memorandum (“CCA”) is a term used to describe written advice or instruction issued by the Service or the Office of Chief Counsel to field offices concerning the IRS’ … Continued
Finding Out Your Client Is Not a U.S. Citizen, and What to Do Next By: Theodore Ko What if a client rushes into your office and says they’ve only just learned they are not a U.S. citizen after living, working, and voting for the last 60 years in the United States? A recent case in … Continued
The Role of Precedent in Shaping California’s Legal Outcomes In the intricate web of the legal system, the doctrine of legal precedent, also known as stare decisis, plays a pivotal role in guiding judicial decision-making and ensuring consistency and predictability in law. Legal precedent refers to the principle whereby courts are bound to follow the … Continued
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