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MAY 18, 2023

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ABA Journal

MAY 15, 2023

"Chicken?" Why not? I would like to talk about a subject many of us in the legal profession are afraid to discuss: fear.

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iHire

MAY 15, 2023

The Sunday Scaries can give you a feeling of dread and anxiety before the workweek even begins. But there are things you can do to combat the Sunday Scaries and start your week off on the right foot.

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LawSites

MAY 16, 2023

The majority of law firms use just five or fewer unique software products, according to a legal industry study published today by the law practice management company Smokeball. The study, How Technology is Changing the Legal Industry in 2023 , which surveyed law firms of 50 or fewer employees, finds that 77% of those firms use five or fewer unique software products.

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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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LawTechnologyToday

MAY 16, 2023

When you are trying to get a better handle on the financial side of running your law firm, the financial reports will be your greatest asset. So the thing you need to understand is what financial reports are going to be the most critical for you to start with. In this video, we take 3 minutes to walk through 3 financial reports that every law firm should most likely start with.

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OneLegal

MAY 17, 2023

You may have come across your fair share of funny U.S. laws that still persist to this day. While many of these tend to be nothing more than urban legend, there still exist a litany of laws that are sure to test your credulity. While most laws make some amount of sense, others might only […] The post That’s a crime? 15 funny state laws in the US that might surprise you appeared first on One Legal.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MAY 14, 2023

It’s important for law firms to create and manage a ‘ client journey ’. In layperson’s terms, that’s really just an intake process. So, you have to ask yourself the question: ‘How do leads become clients of my firm?’ And then , you need to follow that primary question down all pathways, eg – How many times do we followup to schedule an initial intake, before giving it up ?

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InHouseBlog

MAY 17, 2023

If you don’t know how to manage people you very well might be a lawyer or an aspiring one. Not only do law schools not adequately prepare lawyers to practice law – they also don’t help future lawyers learn how to manage people. And these skills are often not taught on the job as young associates are usually on the receiving end of work that rolls downhill into their inboxes.

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Attorney at Work

MAY 16, 2023

Annette Choti | The right domain name can boost your online presence, attract clients, and improve SEO. The post 11 Tips for Choosing the Right Law Firm Domain Name: Key Insights appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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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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LawSites

MAY 17, 2023

The CLOC Global Institute , the conference of legal operations professionals now underway now in Las Vegas, has become a leading venue for legal technology companies to announce product news — particularly when that news relates to products that serve corporate legal departments and legal ops. This year has brought a slew of announcements of new products, enhanced products, and even new companies.

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JURIST

MAY 19, 2023

Papua New Guinea police launched an investigation into the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea James Marape after an international investigation on Wednesday exposed his potential links to Don Matheson, an Australian Businessman being investigated for corruption. The inquiry into Matheson centers around a joint report from Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) that he made multiple payments to officials at the PNG Ports, the sta

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ABA Journal

MAY 17, 2023

A Massachusetts judge has refused to toss a $636 million malpractice lawsuit contending that a botched contract drafted by Proskauer Rose caused its client’s loss…

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Attorney at Work

MAY 17, 2023

Amy Cosey | Your cloud budget has some obvious and non-obvious differences from a traditional IT budget. The post Top Tips to Trim Your Law Firm’s Cloud Budget appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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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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Above The Law

MAY 17, 2023

This is basic civil procedure. How is this guy so bad at it? The post Disney Lawyers Seem Honestly Shocked That Ron DeSantis Legal Team Is So Bad At This appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

MAY 18, 2023

The US Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) does not need to provide notice to delinquent taxpayers of summons made against them to collect outstanding federal taxes. This does not apply to summons to determine whether a taxpayer owes an outstanding amount, only summons to collect. The case, Polselli v. Internal Revenue Service , concerned a delinquent taxpayer, Remo Polselli, who underpaid his federal taxes and had an outstanding balance of over $2 million.

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ABA Journal

MAY 17, 2023

In The Shadow Docket: How the Supreme Court Uses Stealth Rulings to Amass Power and Undermine the Republic , University of Texas law professor Stephen Vladeck…

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Attorney at Work

MAY 18, 2023

Sally Schmidt | A checklist of successful rainmaking habits, even if you don’t consider yourself a natural rainmaker. The post Make Rain by Forming Good Habits appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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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.

SCOTUSBlog

MAY 18, 2023

Share The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled against the family of a 2017 ISIS attack victim who sought to hold tech companies liable for allowing ISIS to use their platforms in its terrorism efforts. The lawsuit seeking to hold Twitter, Facebook, and Google liable for aiding and abetting international terrorism cannot go forward, a unanimous court found.

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JURIST

MAY 15, 2023

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) released a report Monday regarding Afghanistan’s humanitarian needs in 2023. The Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO) highlighted that among the economic crisis and discrimination against women and girls in Afghanistan, climate change has also contributed to the humanitarian needs of the country.

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ABA Journal

MAY 19, 2023

The William & Mary Law School in Virginia has spent the past four months experimenting with hologram witnesses—and recently brought them before judges in the…

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Attorney at Work

MAY 19, 2023

Jamie Spannhake | You can learn to recognize, challenge and change the core beliefs that are holding you back. The post 5 Ways to Find the Motivation to Exercise (When You Don’t Want To) appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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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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Above The Law

MAY 16, 2023

Tell me your mom is a lawyer without telling me your mom is a lawyer. The post Kindergartner Lawyers Up, Files Affidavit Over Missing Reading Homework appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

MAY 18, 2023

Law students and young lawyers in Afghanistan are filing reports with JURIST on the situation there after the Taliban takeover. Here, a Staff Correspondent for JURIST in Kabul reports on how the human rights situation in the country continues to deteriorate. For privacy and security reasons, we are withholding our Correspondent’s name. The text has only been lightly edited to respect the author’s voice.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MAY 18, 2023

Are you a paralegal Who’s wondering if you should go to law school? I get that question all of the time. Should I take my paralegal career to the next level and go to law school? Do you want to know what a path from paralegal to lawyer can look like? Now I’m not the right person to answer that question because the only time that I contemplated going to law school was when I was in a job that I didn’t like.

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LDA PRO

MAY 17, 2023

The idea of being evicted from a commercial rental property is a daunting experience for both tenants and landlords. The process can be complicated, intimidating, and expensive. And it requires a thorough understanding of the legal requirements. A commercial rental eviction notice is a legal document to remove tenants from their property due to a violation of the lease agreement.

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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.

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