April, 2020

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Are You Willing to Die for Your Firm?

The Estrin Report

Is your firm asking you to periodically go to the office? Among the many and varied serious situations brought about by the Covid-19 world crisis, are the growing number of employees asked by their firm’s partners to periodically and physically go to the office. I have heard from numerous legal professionals that they are expected to show up at the firm on a regular basis in order to gather the mail, deposit checks and more.

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Sign of the Times: eSignatures Offer Law Firms Flexibility

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Law firms that require paper-based signatures are committed to in-person meetings ; b ut, th ose may not always be feasible. In some cases, the decision is out of the lawyers’ hands, for example: during a personal, national or global disaster. Of course, there are ot her reasons why your law firm may want to utilize esignatures. Not requiring a physical signature likely means that you can add new clients faster , because you won’t have to set up an on-person meeting to do it.

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Types of Guardianship for Minors in California

A People's Choice

When establishing guardianship for minors in California, it is important to understand the different options available and how each affects the legal rights of all parties. Read on to learn more about informal and legal guardianship, how to obtain each, and how A People's Choice can help. To read the complete article, please click on the link Types of Guardianship for Minors in California This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS, THE MOST DANGEROUS PLACE IN THE WORLD IS THEIR OWN HOME

MyLegalAssistants

In the time of the coronavirus, being quarantined with an abusive partner poses greater risks. Fortunately, the San Diego Superior Court (including Vista Courthouse) remains open for Domestic Violence cases. If you or anyone you know needs a restraining order, call our office at (760)500-5355 to inquire more information. Victims ordinarily wait to be by themselves before they seek help.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base

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Filing a New Family Law Case During the Judicial Emergency in Virginia

Livesay&Myers

In response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, on March 16, 2020 the Supreme Court of Virginia entered an order declaring a judicial emergency in Virginia. The initial judicial emergency order declared the judicial emergency through April 6, 2020, but the Supreme Court subsequently entered two additional judicial emergency orders, each time extending the emergency period by an additional 21 days.

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Do you have a Plan B that rocks? How to protect your career in the Covid19 era.

The Estrin Report

It is incumbent upon you to be flexible. I have had candidates whose jobs are in peril and insist on making a lateral move or improve upon their salaries. One candidate told me he would definitely not move for "less than $100,000, work remotely several days a month and match his vacation of six weeks." Right. Clearly, the message was not filtering up to the penthouse.

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What Meeting Means Now: Video Conferencing Is An Essential Law Firm Technology

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

As ‘social distancing’ has now become part of the American lexicon, it will never be ‘business as usual’ again for law firms. Everything you did in-perso n before, you now need to be able to do virtually, as well. Since law firms have thrived on traditional business models, built on handshakes and in-person meetings, that can be a difficult conversion; but, it’s not impossible.

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How to Modify Child Custody in California

A People's Choice

Sometimes circumstances such as life changes or a parent's actions call for a change to child custody and visitation orders. However, parents must follow a specific process to request the court makes these changes. Therefore, using a legal document assistant can help ensure the correct documentation is prepared and filed correctly. To read the complete article, please click on the link How to Modify Child Custody in California This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents

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DID YOU LOSE YOUR JOB DUE TO THE COVID-19?

MyLegalAssistants

What if I can no longer afford to pay child support or spousal support? . If your ability and opportunity to earn has been affected by the COVID-19, without a doubt, it will have an impact on the amount of support you pay or receive. If this is your case, we can run a support calculation to come up with the new child and spousal support amount. Once both parties are on the same page, we can draft a temporary agreement for the new support amount and we can make it effective immediately; this way

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

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10 Tips for Domestic Violence Victims in Virginia During COVID-19

Livesay&Myers

Your thoughts race as your heartbeat echoes in your throat. You feel like you have been walking on eggshells. Your partner had a short temper before the COVID-19 crisis, and now that you are both at home without being able to escape to the office, run daily errands, socialize with friends, family, or even your chatty neighbor, everything seems to set him or her ‘off’.

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Paralegal Tips!

Paralegal Coffee Talk

Paralegal Tips: 1. Slowly build a reference library (click links below for ideas): Introduction to Paralegalism. Workers Compensation Practice for Paralegals. Criminal Law Procedure for Paralegals. 2. Become a Microsoft Word expert. Use YouTube to check out teaching videos for “Microsoft Word Basic Skills” as well as “Microsoft Word Advanced Skills” 3.

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How I Spent My Covid Staycation

The Estrin Report

It's amazing what we can do without. This Covid-19 horrible situation is bringing a lot of things home. Boy, looking back on it, I realize how spoiled I was by taking a lot of things for granted. Take, for example, the fact that you can't get your hair dyed. Now, it's true I'm not exactly going anywhere where people can see me but hey, I still want to be well groomed.

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Real Estate Development: How the Landscape of SEO Has Changed

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Law firms, especially big law firms, tend to rely on SEO to market their practices online.? The age-old question is: how do I get to Page One on Google?? The new problem is that Page One of Google is changing. Leveraging search results has always been more of an art than a science; and, the picture is shifting again.? Google's algorithms and search results pages get tweaked from time to time, and it pays to monitor trends, which develop over time.?

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

Modern trial practice has evolved beyond basic organization. With technology reshaping courtrooms and attorneys expecting more than ever, paralegals need to elevate their capabilities while mastering the fundamentals of trial excellence. This comprehensive guide from Steno, built from author Joe Stephens' real-world experience as both a practicing attorney and law professor, provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional trial support in today's complex legal environment.

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Free Five-Step Estate Planning Checklist

A People's Choice

Estate planning is imperative for anyone looking to ensure the well-being of their family members after their death. In fact, we always recommend that our clients create an estate plan. Therefore, in order to help out with this daunting process, we've created a free checklist for your reference. Read on to learn how to use it! To read the complete article, please click on the link Free Five-Step Estate Planning Checklist This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - With

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During COVID, Telecom Attorneys Dial in Fraud and Higher Phone Sales

Vanguard

Thursday, April 30, 2020. Whether for emergencies, business or out of boredom, people are spending a lot more time on the phone these days. In fact, Verizon CEO Hans Vestburg told CNBC in late March call volumes are eclipsing New Year’s Eve and Mother’s Day combined—every day. Not only was the company handling 800 million calls and 9 billion texts daily, the calls were 33 percent longer than average.

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Mediation of Virginia Family Law Cases During COVID-19

Livesay&Myers

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is raising special challenges for those facing separation, divorce, custody or support cases in Virginia. Couples who were experiencing marital difficulties before the crisis may find those difficulties magnified as they now spend much more time together at home. There are various custody and visitation issues raised by COVID-19, as well as issues of modification of support as many people are laid off from their jobs.

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Four Tips for Managing a Remote Team

The Paralegal

Working remotely is becoming increasingly popular. Why shouldn’t it? Remote work benefits both the company and the employee. The employee is able to work in a much less rigid environment and not waste time commuting back and forth allowing, or aiding, in a better work/life balance (note that I’m not a fan of that saying … Continue reading Four Tips for Managing a Remote Team.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.

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The Estrin Report - Untitled Article

The Estrin Report

Join us for a dynamic webinar: Nice Girls Don't Speak Up or Stand Out. Our speaker, Dr. Lois Frankel, is a best-selling author and noted speaker. This highly important webinar covers 7 communication techniques you need to know now. May 1st 10am Pacific/12:00 Central/1pm Eastern. Register now. It's free. [link].

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Product Placement: How to Use Document Automation to Develop an Additional Revenue Stream

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Most lawyers view document automation as a time-saving device.? And, that's true: the efficiency wrought by document automation allows law firms to take on more work, and to make more money.? But, in the modern context, it may be that law firms are still underutilizing document automation. As law firms seek to revise their payment structures in order to appeal to modern clients, some are opting to sell products, rather than (or more likely, in addition to), services.?

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How to Modify Custody and Support in California

A People's Choice

When you modify custody orders in California due to a change in personal circumstances, the amount of child support each parent must pay changes as well. Read on to learn how modifying child custody affects support payments, and how A People's Choice can help with the court hearing and required documentation. To read the complete article, please click on the link How to Modify Custody and Support in California This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Law

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SCOTUS Willfully Unfastens Infringer’s Profits From Its Mental State

Trademark & Copyright Law

Yesterday, the Supreme Court decided a trademark damages question that has long divided courts across the country. For decades, a trademark owner’s chances of recovering an infringer’s profits in litigation varied depending on where the case was pending. The Lanham Act allows an award of an infringer’s profits “ subject to the principles of equity ” – but what does that mean?

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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7 Myths About Military Divorce in Virginia

Livesay&Myers

Navigating through a divorce can be overwhelming for many people. Adding the complexities of military benefits, pensions, and acronyms on top of everything can add a tremendous amount of pressure to an already stressful situation. Both servicemembers and their spouses rely heavily on their friends and family for support during the difficult time of separation and divorce.

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Five Tips to Help You Survive Working From Home During this Time of COVID-19

The Paralegal

These are some strange and stressful times. Not only are we dealing with a lot of change in our personal lives but also with our work schedules. There’s been a whole lot of adjusting being done. Some of us find ourselves back to an old way of working… If you recall, I used to work … Continue reading Five Tips to Help You Survive Working From Home During this Time of COVID-19.

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Legal Research Finally Demystified.

The Researching Paralegal

Legal Research Demystified, by Eric Voight, Professor of Legal Research and Writing, Faulkner University. [link] (table of contents and a sample chapter). I have a new favorite legal research textbook and reference guide for law and paralegal students — Legal Research Demystified. In my opinion, it offers a fresh approach to finding and understanding the law.

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Researching Legal Research: There’s a Handy Dandy Tool You Might Not Know About

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Legal research options abound, more so than ever before. This is in line with the general proliferation of law firm technology, buoyed by the rapid advancement of cloud technology for use in business. But, with legal research, the challenge of finding the right products at the right rate structure is particularly important, because legal research is still a high - number budget line item for law firms.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.