Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Clio's annual Legal Trends Report is a treasure trove of data on hourly rates by state and by practice area. The post Small Firm Hourly Rates by State and Practice Area appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
LawSites
OCTOBER 22, 2024
While the hype around artificial intelligence (AI) for legal has been present for years, many law firms and litigation departments are still in the early stages of assessing, adopting, and implementing AI solutions. As legal teams explore ways to incorporate AI, approaches and results vary.
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Rocket Matter
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Cybersecurity is more critical now than ever before. Not only are law firms storing more data, but since the pandemic has forced us all to become increasingly mobile, keeping clients’ sensitive information safe is even more challenging. So, what can you do? It’s important to educate yourself and your colleagues on cybersecurity to ensure that your law firm data is properly managed (After all, you are only as strong as your weakest link.) 11 Tips for Effective Law Firm Data Protection As a law
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Are security concerns limiting your firm’s use of legal tech? Not sure how to safeguard your data and, more importantly, client data? You’re not alone. According to Bloomberg’s Legal Ops and Tech Survey, 54% of law firms cite security concerns as one of the top barriers to implementing new legal technology — more than budget […] The post Legal Tech Security Checklist: What You Need to Know When Evaluating New Technology appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawy
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Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota
Above The Law
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Frankie Williams of DeepL weighs in on AI-powered translation tools and the potential of emerging tech. The post How Global Law Firms Are Bridging Cultures With AI appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Contrary to what you may have heard, there are no layoffs going on at Goodwin right now. The post Top Biglaw Firm Shuts Down Layoff Rumors By Issuing Statement On Fishbowl, Reddit appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The practice of patent law and beekeeping are not typically associated, but taking care of honeybees has enriched my legal practice by highlighting the importance of hands-on experience, continuous learning, mentorship and more, says David Longo at Oblon McClelland.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Knowing how to bow out gracefully is key to maintaining your social finesse. The post Conquering Conferences: The Art Of The Graceful Exit appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 20, 2024
House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI), along with US Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Joni Ernst (R-IA), called Friday for a federal investigation into consulting giant McKinsey. They raised serious concerns about McKinsey’s ties to the Chinese government and state-owned enterprises and questioned whether the firm should continue to be eligible for Department of Defense contracts.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Paralegals can bring immense value to their firms when they adopt the mindset and habits of a project manager. Each case is, in fact, a project, with its own set of stakeholders, goals, and constraints. A paralegal’s role is to know the objectives of each case, to employ systems to efficiently drive it toward resolution and to keep attorneys, clients, experts, vendors, and all other stakeholders informed and invested throughout the case’s trajectory – in other words, to work their cases like a p
Patently O
OCTOBER 19, 2024
A Central District of California jury has awarded SPEX Technologies nearly $316 million in damages against Western Digital for infringement of a patent related to hardware encryption technology. The verdict, handed down on October 18, 2024, comes after an eight-year legal battle and raises interesting questions about infringement of means-plus-function claims and the calculation of reasonable royalty damages.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 25, 2024
I wonder if Justice Kagan ever wishes she just took the damned bagels. The post Alito Discloses Gift From Far-Right European Princess appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Amnesty International reported Thursday that Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh are facing a deteriorating humanitarian situation and are living under life-threatening conditions due to the absence of essential facilities. The rights group also called on the belligerents in Myanmar to abide by international law and urged the international community to provide more humanitarian support.
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Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.
LawSites
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Following on the heels of its $11 million Series A raise last June, Alexi, a company that uses generative AI to produce detailed legal research memos for litigators, today announced a significant expansion of its platform with new tools for case management, document analysis and summarization, and more.
Law 360
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Amazon has asked U.S. District Judge Alan Albright to overturn a jury verdict behind a $136 million judgment it owes for infringing patents covering online ad space auctions, saying the small advertising software plaintiff's expert couldn't back up his infringement finding.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The typo is making the rounds on social media. The post The Viral Embarrassing State Supreme Court Mistake appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 24, 2024
In the months following Uganda’s passage of draconian anti-LGBTQ+ legislation , human rights advocates are sounding the alarm over the country’s failure to protect members of the community from online harassment. Amnesty International on Wednesday reported a recent uptick in such harassment, finding that following the enactment of the Anti-Homosexuality Act (AHA) of 2023 , attacks against LGBTQ+ people have increased, forcing both individuals and organizations to significantly alter
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LawSites
OCTOBER 21, 2024
When Avaneesh Marwaha stepped down as CEO of legal tech company Litera in 2022, becoming chairman of the company’s board of directors, it was a surprise to many in the legal technology community.
Law 360
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Check out our Prestige Leaders ranking, analysis and interactive graphics to see which firms stand out for their financial performance, attractiveness to attorneys and law students, ability to secure accolades and positive legal news media representation.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Musk's new voter registration lottery is. certainly not what a lawyer would recommend. The post Elon Musk Needs People Who Care About Him… And Have Law Degrees appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The family of diabetic inmate, Louis Jung Jr., who died at Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Philadelphia filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday, alleging that the jail withheld insulin and proper medical care, leading to his death. The plaintiffs, Jacob and James Jung, the sons of Louis Jung Jr., are suing the City of Philadelphia, YesCare Corp, Carney, Lalitha Trivikram, Maureen Gay, and Doe Defendants 1 to 10.
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Day on Torts
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Summary judgment for a landlord in a premises liability suit was reversed where the landlord had not installed a stair rail (also known as a handrail) up to code. In Franz v. Funes , No. E2023-01256-COA-R3-CV (Tenn. Ct. App. Sept. 30, 2024), plaintiff leased a residential property from defendant, who owned and built the property. The townhouse had stairs connecting the first and second floor, but the stairs only had a handrail on the bottom portion and “lacked a code-compliant handrail going the
Law 360
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Left-leaning watchdog Media Matters for America says that X Corp. is "jamming the wheels of discovery" by refusing to answer questions or provide documents relating to Elon Musk's role in the site's content moderation, asking a Texas federal court Friday to order X to comply.
Above The Law
OCTOBER 21, 2024
It's not 'speech,' it's 'sanitary nuisance!' The post Judge Rebukes DeSantis Admin: ‘It’s The First Amendment, Stupid.’ appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
OCTOBER 25, 2024
US legal think-tank Brennan Center said that there is no connection between progressive prosecutorial policies and increased crime rates, in a report published on Wednesday. The report revealed no correlation between progressive prosecutors and higher crime rates. Moreover, the report suggests that in the brief instances where the data diverges, crime rates under progressive regimes appear slightly lower in general.
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Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.
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