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Litigation Technology Tips for Paralegals

Paralegal Bootcamp

Technology is an integral part of any business, including law firms and legal departments. Even if you don’t work at a firm specializing in technology, you will still use computers and software daily. However, litigation technology can be tricky to understand. Below are some tips for making the most out of these tools. Using Litigation Technology Effectively Litigation technology can be tricky, but learning how to use it effectively is worth it and important for a litigation paralegal.

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How to Spot a Bad Lawyer

InHouseBlog

How do you spot a bad lawyer? As with other things as the global health crisis recedes, many see an uptick in bad lawyers and bad lawyering. But is this really the product of the pandemic, or is it a longer-term trend? Many think the latter, as some of the things we see today appear to be part of a decline in core fundamental legal values that has been occurring for some time.

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The Truth About Lying on a Resume – It Can Kill Your Candidacy

Paralegal.edu

There is no place for inaccuracy on a resume or application, whether by fabrication, embellishment, or omission. Don’t make stuff up, twist information, or distort details to gain an advantage. This constitutes professional fraud. While a company is unlikely to pursue legal action in response to a bad-faith misrepresentation, it can be at risk of legal liabilities related to negligent hiring practices in some instances.

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Cybersecurity Best Practices for Your Law Firm’s Remote Workers

Attorney at Work

Tom Lambotte | Take these steps to make sure cybersecurity at home is just as good as it is at the office. The post Cybersecurity Best Practices for Your Law Firm’s Remote Workers appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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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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GPT Takes the Bar Exam Again; This Time It Scores Among Top 10% of Test Takers

LawSites

Remember earlier this year when two legal scholars and scientists had GPT 3.5 take the multiple-choice portion of the bar exam and it failed to pass? Well, the second time’s a charm, as GPT has now passed not only the multiple-choice portion, but also the essay portion, and scored around the top 10% of test takers. Only this time, it was the just-released GPT-4 taking the exam, the latest AI model from OpenAI that the company says “exhibits human-level performance on various professi

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2022 Pro Bono Reporting is Open for NC Paralegals

NCBA

By Rachel Royal In 2022, the North Carolina Pro Bono Resource Center (the “PBRC”) launched a statewide voluntary Paralegal Pro Bono Reporting process for the first time. In 2022, 127 paralegals reported performing 1,983 hours of pro bono service throughout the year.

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Disability and Legal Tech Design

My Shingle

[This post gives an overview of the #ABATECHSHOW 2023 presentation Accessibility in Legal Tech by attorneys Haley Moss and Lisa Mueller, based on a summary by ChatGPT as edited by Carolyn Elefant] Disability Definitions The speakers opened the session with some foundational definitions: Disability – According to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: A… The post Disability and Legal Tech Design appeared first on My Shingle.

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The Benefits of Business-Specific Contracts

L4SB

Having a contract that is tailored to your business’s needs is essential. While it may be tempting to download a generic contract off of the internet, these contracts are not.

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ChatGPT: Navigating the Legal Loopholes of AI

LawTechnologyToday

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has attracted much attention from the scientific, industry, and tech communities. Even the general population has been intrigued by the development of AI which has been instigated by series, documentaries, and novels showing how our future coexisting with AI may look like. Beyond these futuristic scenarios, the rapid development of AI technologies represents a quickly evolving challenge for current laws.

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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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5 Strategies to Strengthen Your Contract Negotiations

Attorney at Work

Colby Mangonon | Five strategies for using modern technology to strengthen your bargaining power. The post 5 Strategies to Strengthen Your Contract Negotiations appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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UK asylum bill passes House of Commons second reading amid controversy

JURIST

The UK House of Commons Monday approved the controversial Illegal Immigration Bill , which seeks to “ prevent and deter unlawful migration,” by a vote of 312 to 249. The bill will now pass to the committee stage of the House of Commons. Organizations like the Law Society of England and Wales have raised concerns that the bill would violate international law.

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Biglaw Firm Conducts Layoffs, Citing ‘Shifting Market Dynamics’

Above The Law

Layoffs continue among even the most successful Biglaw firms. The post Biglaw Firm Conducts Layoffs, Citing ‘Shifting Market Dynamics’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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FAQs on Chat GPT for Solo and Small Law Firms

My Shingle

In the past three months since the November 30, 2023 release of ChatGPT, I’ve seen all kinds of misconceptions about the technology from how it works to whether reliance on it could trigger copyright liability or penalties in Google search engine ranking. Part of the misunderstanding arises from reliance on outdated material – the tech… The post FAQs on Chat GPT for Solo and Small Law Firms appeared first on My Shingle.

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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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Business Basics for Busy New Solos

Attorney at Work

Camille Stell | What to know about business planning, office location, tech and more. The post Business Basics for Busy New Solos appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Afghanistan dispatch: ‘women’s ability to access the court system has been completely wrecked’

JURIST

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 reflects on the current posture of Afghanistan’s justice system for women in the wake of the first International Day of Women Judges, marked on March 10. For privacy and security reasons, we are withholding our Correspondent’s name.

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How To Get Canceled At A Law School For Fun And Profit

Above The Law

Someone’s fighting strategy is better than the others. The post How To Get Canceled At A Law School For Fun And Profit appeared first on Above the Law.

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Protecting Client Trust Accounts When Banks Collapse

My Shingle

As if lawyers didn’t already have enough to worry about when it comes to protecting client trust accounts, add bank solvency to the list. As the recent meltdowns of the Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank remind lawyers, even a bank may not always be a secure repository for client funds. Lawyers Should Understand the… The post Protecting Client Trust Accounts When Banks Collapse appeared first on My Shingle.

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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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Unbelievable Law Firm Marketing Statistics

Attorney at Work

Annette Choti | These five statistics confirm the value of legal marketing in 2023 and beyond. The post Unbelievable Law Firm Marketing Statistics appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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EU dispatch: new Space Strategy proposes creation of an EU Space Law framework for member states

JURIST

Law students from the European Union are reporting for JURIST on law-related events in and affecting the European Union and its member states. Tara O’Sullivan is a law student at Maastricht University. She files this dispatch from Maastricht, Netherlands. Last Friday, March 10 th , the European Commission and the High Representative for the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy released the first-ever Joint Communication on a European Space Strategy for Security and Defence.

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Court of Appeals of Arkansas Finds No Error With Leading Questions to Child Witness

EvidenceProf Blog

Similar to its federal counterpart, Arkansas Rule of Evidence 611(c) provides that Leading questions should not be used on the direct examination of a witness except as may be necessary to develop his testimony. Ordinarily leading questions should be permitted.

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No Quarter: Do You Need to Backfill Your Referral Marketing Pipeline?

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Law firms have traditionally been built on the back of referral marketing. You know, lawyers going to events, meeting other attorneys and business owners, and thus generating inbound leads to their firms. That’s pretty much how it’s always been. And, that focus exists for a number of reasons: First, it’s a free (mostly) form of marketing – talk is cheap, right?

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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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Are You an Awakened Lawyer?

Attorney at Work

Gray Robinson | Here are the five most common traits of awakened lawyers. The post Are You an Awakened Lawyer? appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Thousands protest coalition government in Czech Republic against inflation rates and assistance to Ukraine

JURIST

Thousands of civilians Saturday took part in anti-government protests in Prague, Czech Republic. A new political party, PRO, organised the rallies, as people protested against high inflation rates and the government’s assistance to Ukraine. Protestors gathered in Prague’s Wenceslas Square during an anti-poverty event and demanded that the current coalition government resign.

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“Judges Want ‘Disruptive’ Law Students Flagged to Employers”

HowAppealing

“Judges Want ‘Disruptive’ Law Students Flagged to Employers”: Seth Stern of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Judges Want ‘Disruptive’ Law Students Flagged to Employers” appeared first on How Appealing.

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The Most Diverse Law Schools (2022)

Above The Law

Which law schools do you think came out on top of this list? The post The Most Diverse Law Schools (2022) appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.