November, 2020

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10 Things Attorneys Look For in a Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

Things Attorneys Look For In a Paralegal. Attention to Detail Problem-solving Technology Skills Proactive Mindset Professionalism Time Management Research Skills Strong Work Ethic Communication Skills Organization Skills. Do you want to know what things attorneys look for in a paralegal? Ask them! The easiest way to find out what attributes and skills your attorney values the most is to ask them.

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Debt Collectors Profit Because of COVID and Want More Money

Diane Drain

Debt collectors doubled their earnings – all thanks to COVID-19. 10/5/20 According to an article in ProPublica, debt collections have made a fortune this year due to the COVID stimulus monies. Those who really needed those funds used them to pay past-due debts, rather than saving the money to pay rent, utilities, food, health care and other very important necessities.

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Top 10 tips on how to become a sports lawyer 2.0

LawInSport

LawInSport · How to become a sports lawyer with LawInSport, Founder, Sean Cottrell. This article was updated with Episode 97 of the LawInSport Podcast to accompany this article on 16 November 2020 added with the 2.0 version being published on 01 May 2019. I spend a fair amount of time speaking, mentoring and coaching enthusiastic law students, athletes and professionals who are considering becoming a sports lawyers.

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Getting Closer: Can You Quote Clients a Total Price?

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Although lawyers often guess about what legal consumers want, there are very specific and discoverable things that legal consumers want from lawyers. And, knowing these things can allow you to convert more clients. One of the things that legal consumers want from law firms is to know the total cost of legal services. This doesn’t mean your hourly rate, because that’s uncapped.

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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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Why you should take the assistance of paralegals instead of pricy attorneys?

LDA PRO

Sometimes your case requires the assistance of a paralegal and not a lawyer. Now, it makes perfect sense that you can’t be judge of that, unless you have some idea about the former. So, here are some useful reasons for you. Firstly, cases like divorce, eviction, child custody and others depend on the paperwork more rather than a judicial hearing. So, instead of spending your dollars on an expensive lawyer, you should get hold of a trusted paralegal firm such as ours, to get in touch with some ef

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2020 ILTA Legal Technology Survey: Remote Working and the Shift to Cloud-based Legal Software

MyCase

Every year the International Legal Technology Association conducts a technology survey of firms of all sizes, and the results always provide lots of interesting data on how lawyers are using technology. This year’s Survey was of particular interest due to its timing. Because it was conducted during the first few months of the pandemic, it offers useful insight into COVID-related technology trends, including the ways that law firms are using remote working tools and cloud-based legal softwa

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Blockchain-Based Tokenization of Commercial Real Estate

Gravel2Gavel

By Josh D. Morton and Matt Olhausen. Blockchain technology is a digitized, distributed ledger that immutably records and shares information using software protocols and advanced cryptology. The development of blockchain-based smart contracts—self-executing software algorithms integrated into a blockchain with trigger actions based on pre-defined parameters—has made it possible for parties to automate the process of executing commercial transactions between counterparties in a more direct, trustw

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9 best practices for a remote witness interview in COVID-19 era

My Paralegal Place

It’s easy to rattle off a list of the disadvantages of conducting an important meeting, remote witness interview, deposition or even court hearing using Zoom or other videoconferencing tools. There are technical issues, security concerns, challenges in dealing with documents and exhibits, difficulties in assessing demeanor and credibility, and many […].

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Cold Open: Legal Consumers Still Think You’re Closed

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

If your revenues remain down, there’s a probably a simple reason for at least some of that dip. According to the recently-released 2020 Clio Legal Trends Report , 23% of legal consumers think law firms are closed. This is largely based on their knowledge of court closures leading to an assumption that the entire legal industry is shut down. That, in itself, is a problem for lawyers.

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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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How Chocolate Can Teach You All You Need to Know About Qualitative Research

The Process Street

“Startups that regularly conduct qualitative research (not just quantitative) experience faster results in their quest to achieve product-market-fit.” – Mitchell Posada , I’m a startup, do I need to do Qualitative Research? Why? Because by regularly doing qualitative research, you are engaging with (and acting on) the voice of your ideal customer.

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Texas Issues RFO for Statewide Uniform CMS

CourtTechBulletin

A Texas Armadillo We learned on November 17, 2020, that: “The Texas Office of Court Administration (OCA), a judicial branch agency that assists the Supreme Court of Texas with the administration of the Texas courts, invites submissions of offers for a statewide, integrated, comprehensive, cloud?based uniform case management system and associated implementation services in compliance with the requirements and terms set forth in this RFO (UCMS).

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Importance of the role of a process server

LDA PRO

To be involved in a court case is a choice of need rather, than a choice of will. The legal procedures not only continue for a long period of time but they also weigh down on your expenses. The process of documentation plays a crucial part in your case and any error in this area can damage your position in the case. Thus, for a flawless management of all your legal paperwork, you need a reliable process server, who can deliver those documents safely to the opponent.

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Attorney Morneau Awarded Lawyer of the Year

MorneauLaw

Share This Story! Attorney Morneau Awarded Lawyer of the Year. R ecognized for Family Law by Best Lawyers since 2020, Attorney Katherine J. Morneau has been named Best Lawyer for 2021. About Attorney Morneau. I am a dedicated family lawyer and business owner. I am known for helping good people through tough times, such as divorce and parenting matters.

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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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Copyright in tattoos: U.S. court rules for artist in Randy Orton / WWE 2K case

LawInSport

A recent United States district court decision on copyright infringement has brought the issue of recreation of tattoos in video games back into the spotlight and has diverged from an earlier ruling from another district court in a different judicial circuit. The case concerned the digital depiction of five tattoos on professional wrestler and current WWE champion, Randy Orton, in the “ WWE 2K ” professional wresting video game series.

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Play in the Sandbox: Test Your Software Before You Use It

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Adding new software to a law firm is often a challenge. But, the reward is great. The issue is that most law firms stumble out of the starting blocks, and then squander any gains that they may have had. One way law firms screw this up is to spend too little time vetting software, so that they’re surprised by what they view as limitations during the implementation process -- which may be actual limitations, or just undiscovered existing features, of which the law firm is not aware, because they d

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Is it discrimination?

JayS.Rothman&Associates

A worker facing a less-than-favorable job environment may wonder if there is something wrong with the treatment. In some cases, the worker may not fit well into the position, while in others, there is something deeper happening. . Workplace discrimination may take many forms. Sometimes, it is difficult for a worker to spot and accept what is happening.

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Laptops as the Court’s Standard Computer

CourtTechBulletin

In recent years I have often recommended projects to acquire laptops instead of desktop computers. This recommendation is even stronger today. I explain the reasons for this approach in this week’s post below. Read more ».

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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 support of our LDAs in child custody agreement in Rocklin

LDA PRO

What matter can be more sensitive than that of a child being separated from any one parent. Child custody requires the appropriate presentation of documents and any wrong move can make you lose your child. For the right decision to be made, the court will go through the whole case and place a judgement. If you want a solid backup to organize and prepare the documents, our firm at Rocklin provides the most successful LDAs.

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Why A Lawyer Should Never Try to Shoot from the Hip

ALPS

As a kid, I always thought any Hollywood cowboy who could shoot from the hip and kill the villain was one tough hombre that no one in their right mind would ever want to mess with. I viewed those cowboys as heroes and would often pretend I was one of them when playing in the woods behind my childhood home. That was short-lived, however. As I got older, I came to realize there was a little movie magic behind those epic shootouts and my adulation of such heroes eventually waned.

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What is a Divorce Petition?

A People's Choice

Although all divorce cases start out with the filing of a divorce petition, sometimes the complexity or level of conflict in your case changes as the case progresses. If things start out amicably, but your divorce gets messier after you file the initial divorce petition, it does not necessarily mean that you need a lawyer. Even if your divorce changes course after the initial filing of the divorce petition, having a California non-attorney legal document assistant prepare your divorce documents

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One Entry to Rule Them All: It’s Time to Ditch Your Old School Time and Billing System

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Many law firms still operate with pen - and - paper time and billing system s ; but, that’s like a recipe for losing money. Of course , there’s no time like the present to change your ways, and recapture more of the money you make. There are two moves you can apply, in short order, to revise your time and billing practices , that will combine to change your (work) life: (1) Move to a single-entry system for billing; (2) Get a law practice management software system in place.

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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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5 Game-Changing Features MyCase Released in 2020

MyCase

In response to the emerging challenges sweeping the legal industry this year, MyCase released a number of features that helped attorneys and supporting staff work full-time from anywhere, engage clients virtually, and continue to get paid promptly with zero disruption to business. In our recent virtual workshop, Texas attorney and MyCase customer, Benson Varghese , demonstrated the new, game-changing features that will help law firms reach a new tier of efficiency in 2021.

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British Island of Jersey Releases CCMS “Tender”

CourtTechBulletin

St. Helier Harbor I heard from our friend, Marcus Ferbrache that his court has released an RFP/Tender for a court case management system for the British Island of Jersey. He explains below: Read more ».

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A peek into the role of a process server

LDA PRO

To be involved in a court case is a choice of need rather, than a choice of will. The legal procedures not only continue for a long period of time but they also weigh down on your expenses. The process of documentation plays a crucial part in your case and any error in this area can damage your position in the case. Thus, for a flawless management of all your legal paperwork, you need a reliable process server, who can deliver those documents safely to the opponent.

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Something Completely Different

OilandGasLawyer

Today is the birthday of Benoit Mandelbrot (b 11-20-1924, d 10-14-2010), a mathematician and discoverer of the Mandelbrot set and studied fractal geometry. He was Sterling Professor of Mathematical Science at Yale University, the oldest professor in Yale’s history to receive tenure. Below is an image of the Mandelbrot set. You can go here to view an animation of the set.

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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.