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Unlocking the Doors to a Career in Cyber Law: Insights from the ABA Cybersecurity Webinar Featuring Daniel Cotter

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Washington, D.C. – In the increasingly complex digital landscape, legal professionals are recognizing the importance of expertise in cybersecurity and data privacy. Daniel Cotter, a seasoned attorney, recently shared his insights during a webinar hosted by the American Bar Association’s Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Committee, highlighting the pressing need for specialized knowledge in these fields. The webinar titled “So You Want to be a Cybersecurity Lawyer,” explored the evolving roles and career opportunities available within the realm of cybersecurity law. Cotter discussed various pathways for lawyers interested in specializing in cybersecurity, privacy regulation, and artificial … Read more

New ABA Opinion Carves Out Crucial Exceptions to Lawyer Confidentiality in Client-Perpetrated Crimes

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In a recent formal opinion, the American Bar Association (ABA) addressed a complex issue that might startle both legal professionals and the public alike: the limits of confidentiality when lawyers themselves become victims of crimes perpetrated by their clients. This opinion reveals a nuanced approach to balancing the sacrosanct lawyer-client confidentiality against the rights and safety of legal professionals, particularly under violent or fraudulent circumstances. Typically, lawyers are bound by stringent rules of confidentiality to protect their client’s secrets, a principle enshrined in the ABA’s Model Rules of Professional Conduct. However, when a lawyer becomes … Read more

Penn State Receives ABA Approval to Establish Unified Law School

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University Park, PA — In a significant development for legal education in Pennsylvania, the Penn State Board of Trustees has given its seal of approval for a consolidation that will unite two of its law school campuses. This move, sanctioned by the American Bar Association, paves the way for a merged entity beginning fall of the next academic year. This newly unified law school will combine the resources and strengths of Penn State Dickinson Law located in Carlisle and Penn State Law based in University Park. The unanimous decision from Penn State’s trustees aims to … Read more

New ABA Guidelines: Key Shifts Every Mass Tort Lawyer Must Adopt for Compliance

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Washington, D.C. — Mass tort attorneys are being ushered into a new era of stricter compliance and ethical considerations following recent guidance issued by the American Bar Association (ABA). This directive aims to navigate the complexities of mass tort litigation, ensuring both the respect of client rights and the adherence to professional standards. The new ABA guidance outlines essential practices for managing the large groups of plaintiffs typically involved in mass tort cases. These cases often relate to harm caused by pharmaceuticals, environmental disasters, or defective products affecting thousands, sometimes millions. The guidance is crucial … Read more