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Court-Approved Marital Property Transfers and Bankruptcy
In these hard economic times, the prospect of bankruptcy looms large for many people, including those who are divorcing. In fact, as anyone in family law practice knows, divorce itself can bring on a financial crisis even when marital assets are evenly split.
When an individual files for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, a bankruptcy trustee will be appointed to oversee the case. That trustee will investigate the debtor's assets and debts and work out a plan for liquidating them and paying creditors, while hopefully keeping the debtor from ending up on the streets. A judge will decide disputes that the trustee can't work out.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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Summary Judgment Denied Defendant in Declaratory Action by Producer of To Kill a Mockingbird Broadway Play Seeking Amateur Theatrical Rights
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.