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Do You Have the Foundational Technology Skills to Be Successful in Your Paralegal Career?

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However, this inherent familiarity with (and normalization of) technology still leaves a gap of real-world proficiency within the software tools law firms rely on every day. If you’re reading this paralegal blog, there’s a good chance you already have a healthy grasp of what a paralegal does. Law Office Administrations.

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Run a Hybrid Law Office With This Software

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However, the uncertainty we continue to face means that law firms need to be fully prepared for whatever may come. That way your firm will have the flexibility it needs to ensure long term business continuity and resiliency. Your firm undoubtedly already has some remote working tools in place. Document management tools.

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Survey Results: 2020 Lawyer Well-Being Statistics

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Given the numbers regarding problem drinking and the stresses of day-to-day law practice, it’s no surprise that nearly a third of lawyers (28%) struggle with depression as well. Addiction and mental illness undoubtedly affect the ability of lawyers who suffer from either issue to practice law effectively.

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Ethical Guidance for Lawyers Working Remotely

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That’s why it’s so important to have a full understanding of the ethical implications when lawyers and other law firm employees work remotely. These opinions fall into two different categories. First, there are the ethical issues related to using remote technology tools to run a law firm and practice law.

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Survey Says: Technology Change Is Key For Increased Client Satisfaction

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from a broad range of law firms and legal departments. This year’s survey provides a wealth of statistics about law firms, the effects of the pandemic, and legal technology purchasing decisions. Last month I focused on statistics relating to how lawyers planned to invest technology spend moving forward.

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7 Habits of the Indispensable Paralegal

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If you’re looking for the top paralegal skills or paralegal traits, I’ve written about those before on this blog. If you work at a law firm, being more productive will also get you more billable hours. What I want to talk about for this article are habits. Enjoy going to work. Do work that is challenging and rewarding.

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Reflections from Columbia’s Forum on Climate-Related Fiduciary Duty

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For decades, legal scholars have recognized that fiduciary duties under corporate law may force private companies to address climate change. This blog offers reflections on the Colloquium and highlights areas for future research and action around climate-related fiduciary duties.

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