July, 2020

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Courts Posting Zoom Conference ID’s and Passwords

CourtTechBulletin

Some news came in from several courts. It is reported that Zoom web conferencing proceedings are being interrupted because the courts are publicly posting the time, link, and passwords on their websites. Stop it! We apply security in the physical courthouse. It should be the same in cyberspace. First, instead of openly posting the Zoom information, one can have a request system to attend the conference.

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Paralegal Project Management Tip

Paralegal Bootcamp

Fast-Track Friday Tip. For this Fast-Track Friday tip, let’s look at one principle of project management that you can easily apply to any of your paralegal projects. It is the concept of TRIPLE CONSTRAINTS, also known as the project management triangle. First, let’s start with the definition of project management. According to the leading authority on project management, the Project Management Institute, project management is. the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to proje

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It's My Birthday and I'll Cry If I Want To.Staying positive in the age of Coronaville

The Estrin Report

Today is my birthday. It’s one of those Big-O numbers. It's the kind where AARP tracks you down. I don’t mind, really. I feel more confident than ever – nothing much shakes me up too much anymore. With things the way they are in this upside- down world, the day has caused me to review my current situation: My business, legal staffing, is the third largest industry to be hit next to hospitality and retail.

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Work Mistake? Fess Up to Your Mess Up and Fix It.

Paralegal.edu

At some point in their career, every working professional has made a mistake that shined the performance spotlight on them front and center. Typical mistakes made by new - and experienced - paralegals include misfiling documents, missing deadlines due to poor calendaring practices, failing to proofread for typos, inaccurately recording billable time, and coming to client meetings unprepared.

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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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Beat the Spread: 3 Tips for Managing a Distributed Workforce

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

With work from home/remote work in full swing, employees may be pleasantly surprised by how productive they can be outside of the office. Meanwhile, law firm managers, who are used to hav ing butts in seats in leased office spaces, wonder what to do next. Like many thing s that have happened over the past several months, the rise of the distributed law firm model has come as a surprise to many attorneys, most of whom are still adjusting to the ripple effects.

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The Economics of Court Technology

CourtTechBulletin

In June 2020 Los Angeles Superior Court announced the “LACourtConnect” program to facilitate web/video/audio appearance. It is among many efforts to enable remote court access. But there is more about this that is important that I will discuss below. Read more ».

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What is a Summary Dissolution ?

MyLegalAssistants

What is a Summary Dissolution (AKA: “Express Divorce”)? A Summary Dissolution, also known as the “Express Divorce” is the most cost-effective way to get divorced as long as you and your spouse meet the below requirements. Unlike the typical divorce process, which tends to be more complicated and could cost you thousands of dollars, the “Express Divorce” requires less paperwork and there is only a one-time filing fee with the Court.

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The Estrin Report - Untitled Article

The Estrin Report

Estrin Legal Staffing Connecting expert professionals and top law firms across the country.

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Booking.whocares: SCOTUS Issues a Headline-Making Trademark Decision… But Does It Really Matter?

Trademark & Copyright Law

On June 30, amidst the traditional flurry of end-of-term opinions, the Supreme Court issued its decision in the first case to have been argued before it via teleconference, United States Patent and Trademark Office et al. v. Booking.com B.V. In addition to making history in the remote-work era, this case caught the attention of trademark lawyers and some mainstream media ; after all, it concerns a relatively well-known brand and the intriguing question of genericness.

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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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Paperless in a Pinch: How to Get There from Here

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

By now, the vast majority of law firms want to run paperless offices; the problem is often figuring out the logistics -- especially for law firms with decades of history (and files) behind them. T he most daunting question is often how to get started. So, let’s talk about how you can get paperless, even with a pile of paper behind you. This is the playbook: (1) If necessary, audit your files.

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California Probate Without a Will

A People's Choice

Usually, the probate process utilizes a decedent's will to determine how the estate will be divided. However, when a will is missing, incomplete, or invalid, the court follows the California Intestate Succession Laws instead. Read on to learn more about how these laws work and how you can complete the process process without an attorney, even if you're missing a will!

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Are Current Courthouses Wrong for the Post Pandemic World?

CourtTechBulletin

The Covid-19 Pandemic has been an opportunity to re-examine how courts and legal business is done. We have written many articles about new ideas and experiments in recent months. Now it is time to think long-term about courthouses themselves as they are the second biggest expense after the judges and staff? Let’s begin: Read more ».

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The proposed Palo Alto wealth tax has many defects

SCOCAblog

Overview In Palo Alto, a man named Kevin Creaven recently published a notice of intent to begin gathering signatures to qualify a local ballot measure titled “The Wealth Tax Initiative.” The proposed measure would “levy a 2% wealth tax on net worth above $50 million, and a 3% wealth tax on net worth above $1 billion dollars; the revenue will be used to provide every permanent resident of [Palo Alto] a one-time payment of $2,500.

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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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The Estrin Report - Untitled Article

The Estrin Report

Join us for this all important free webinar: "How to Create a Powerful LinkedIn Profile." This dynamic webinar shows you the secrets, tips and tricks to stand out from the competition and gives you a tremendous opportunity to attract potential employers, get promotions, speaking gigs, articles and more. July 23rd. 11:30 Pacific/1:30 Central/2:30 EST Over 2,500 people have signed up for our career path webinar series in the past 4 months.

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Why migrating legacy contracts is vital

Cenza

What are legacy contracts? Legacy contracts are legally binding agreements that are either active or have matured. Sometimes, these contracts can be decades old, making them hard to find or process. While technology has made life easier in terms of actually preparing and navigating contracts, the use of too many tools can often add layers of complexity to fairly straightforward tasks.

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This Time With Feeling: Empathetic Leadership is Essential for Law Firms Now

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

We are l i ving through unprecedented times, for sure. There are multi-fronted crises overtaking the American landscape, including those related to reopening of cultural institutions and business, like law firms. Of course, the issue of reopening, and the speed with which it occurs, have become deeply personal questions. Just because your law firm office can be open, you need to decide whether it should be, to what extent it will be, and what you will require of your employees in that context.

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The Importance and Purpose of Single Parent Estate Planning

A People's Choice

As a single parent, it's important to plan for the worst to ensure your children's protection in case of an emergency. For example, a power of attorney can appoint a trusted friend or family member to handle your finances. Plus, you may want to choose a guardian for your children in the case of your incapacitation or untimely death. Read on for more tips on making these important decisions.

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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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This and That in Court Technology - July 2020

CourtTechBulletin

Assateague Island Wild Ponies We have news about a report on protection order repositories, a drive-up clerk’s office that protects uses and staff, comments on impediments in the application of court and legal technology, the HiiL Charging for Justice report, the NIEM 5.1 beta standard announcement, AI closed captioning systems compared, and fun Zoom and Teams web video meeting backgrounds.

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NY Announces Temporary Authorization Program for Recent Law Grads

The Legal Ease

In this week that NY law grads were originally scheduled to be taking the bar exam, the New York State Court of Appeals (the highest court in the state) has announced a revision of its rules to temporarily authorize qualifying graduates of ABA-accredited law schools to practice law in New York under supervision pending their admission to the bar. Supervising attorneys must be admitted to practice in New York for at least three years and must be in good standing.

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Told you so!

Legal Research is Easy

Have you ever had the opportunity to rub something in someone else's face? Like, you tell your kid not to put their hand in an open flame and off to the emergency room you had to go because kid didn't listen? Maybe it was the time you told a buddy that not paying taxes would result in the IRS come knocking on their door and they get audited 5 years running?

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An Analysis of Popular True Crime Podcasts

CaseFleet

Podcasts have become a ubiquitous part of our lives, with people around the world regularly listening to shows from their favorite entertainers as soon as the newest episode is released. One topic that has proven to be particularly popular among listeners is true crime. Some of the most popular true-crime podcasts have amassed huge fanbases of people who are enthralled by stories of real-life murder and mayhem and want to know every little detail, even the gory ones (and there are plenty of thos

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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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Production Number: Is There an Alternative to Legal Services?

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Legal consumer habits are shifting under the feet of attorneys ; and , law firms, rooted in tradition, are feeling the pressure to reduce prices and overhead, while increasing service. Part of this legal consumer revolution involves the rise of DIY clients, who want to do more, without the involvement of lawyers, because they’re cost-sensitive. Law firms responding to these pressure points are doing so in a number of ways.

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How to Create a Living Trust

A People's Choice

Thinking about creating a living trust? In this article, we outline the three easy steps to setting up a living trust with A People's Choice. Plus, find out if a living trust is right for you! To read the complete article, please click on the link How to Create a Living Trust This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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With COVID, ‘Liquid Workforce’ Presents Alternative to Traditional Legal Help

Vanguard

Tuesday, July 7, 2020. Even before the COVID pandemic struck, Global Workplace Analytics, a research-based consulting organization, predicted that 25 to 30 percent of the U.S. workforce w ould be working from home multiple days a week by the end of 2021. . That trend could be —and already has been— especially disruptive to the legal industry, where in-person meetings have long been considered vital to the attorney-client relationship.

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Wells Fargo Puts Mortgage Customers in Unwanted Forbearance Plans

Nolo's Blog

In 2016, Wells Fargo employees created roughly 3.5 million fake accounts to receive sales-based incentives. In 2018, a computing miscalculation caused hundreds of Wells Fargo customers to miss out on loan modifications and, perhaps, ultimately lose their homes to foreclosure. Now, Wells Fargo mortgage customers in at least 14 states have reported that they were inappropriately placed in CARES Act forbearances.

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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.