Paralegal Bootcamp
JANUARY 27, 2023
There are so many traits, skills, and habits that make for a successful paralegal career. In this blog, I want to dive into three traits we haven’t discussed yet: accountability, professionalism, and perseverance. We’ll explore why these are three traits of a rockstar paralegal and give you actionable strategies for developing them throughout your paralegal career.
InHouseBlog
JANUARY 23, 2023
The advent of AI for the masses has led to wild speculation about the future of work and life in all sectors and areas. But should we be afraid of AI or welcome it? In its current incarnation, some already fear ChatGPT, which many got a chance to play with for the first time late last year. The broader question is not specific to one AI implementation, but where AI is going in the future.
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Attorney at Work
JANUARY 23, 2023
The marketing objective is to get clients. The cybersecurity objective is to keep your data safe. Those two objectives are often at odds with one another. The post Can Marketing Make Your Law Firm Vulnerable to Cyberattacks? Absolutely appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above The Law
JANUARY 25, 2023
Law firms just don't need all of these lawyers anymore. The post Nothing Will Be Certain For Biglaw This Year — Except Lots Of Layoffs appeared first on Above the Law.
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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
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 25, 2023
Tower Legal CEO Leslie Firtell says contract staffing will grow in importance this year. The post Contract Staffing: 3 Ways ALSPs Can Support Your Law Firm in Uncertain Times appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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LawSites
JANUARY 25, 2023
A new tool soon to be released by the no-code bot development company LawDroid uses the artificial intelligence of GPT-3.5 to serve as a lawyer’s virtual legal assistant, able to help with researching legal issues, drafting emails and letters, summarizing documents, brainstorming blog ideas, and even just conversational chatting. Called LawDroid Copilot , it is currently available only by request on an early-access basis, but will be generally available later this year.
Above The Law
JANUARY 26, 2023
But as we all know, Cs still get degrees! The post It Turns Out ChatGPT Wouldn’t Be The Best Law Student… appeared first on Above the Law.
Rocket Matter
JANUARY 23, 2023
Does your legal solution boost your cash flow and save time? Upcoming Free Legal Webinar Optimizing Your Workflows for Better Cash Flows Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT Join Rocket Matter for our free webinar to learn about: 1. Identifying common areas where you can save time and create better outcomes. 2. Tips to easily create workflows for your practice. 3.
Above The Law
JANUARY 26, 2023
Tech dork defeated by gatekeepers and/or his own overweening ego. The post World’s First Robot Lawyer Shorts Out appeared first on Above the Law.
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?
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 27, 2023
Camille Stell | Here are five steps I created for a wind-down ritual that mark the end of my work day and prepare me for a successful tomorrow. The post How a Wind-Down Ritual Prepares Me for Success appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 24, 2023
Brazil’s Minister of Justice and Public Security Flavio Dino Monday said he would open an investigation with the Federal Police into the alleged genocide perpetrated against the Indigenous Yanomami people of the Amazon. The investigation stems from allegations that the right-wing government of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro perpetrated the genocide.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 24, 2023
The most stressful occupation in the United States is being a lawyer, according to an analysis by the Washington Post of data from the U.S.
Above The Law
JANUARY 24, 2023
Make no mistake, our experience was nothing like the bar exams of the past. The post We’re Still Mad, Actually: An Open Letter To The Legal Profession From A COVID-19 Bar Examinee appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 26, 2023
A Legal Services Network, or an LSN, can open new paths of revenue while introducing your firm to great lawyers from abroad. The post How a Legal Services Network Drives Sustained Global Growth appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 23, 2023
The Canadian government Saturday announced a $2.8 billion settlement to conclude a 325-member class litigation launched by Indigenous Canadians affected by the country’s condemned residential school program, which sent 150,000 children into 139 residential schools from the late 1800s to the 1990s. The settlement money will be placed in a not-for-profit trust to “support healing, wellness, education, heritage, language, and commemoration activities.” The trust will be administered by
ABA Journal
JANUARY 24, 2023
Over the past few years, the legal industry has undergone significant changes, in large part driven by the adoption of technologies needed to maintain operability…
The Crime Report
JANUARY 23, 2023
A recent report released by the MacArthur Foundation’s Safety and Justice Challenge reveals a significant overrepresentation of Native American people in the U.S. prison system, which worsens in states with larger native populations. According to the report, Native American people are incarcerated 38 percent over the national average and are overrepresented in the prison populations of 19 states compared to other races and ethnicities.
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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.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 24, 2023
Wendy Merrill | If you haven't recently reviewed and documented expectations of associates, partners or staff, it is time to do so. The post Want to Be More Profitable? Take a Look at Your Management Style appeared first on Attorney at Work.
JURIST
JANUARY 25, 2023
The Honolulu municipal government signed a settlement agreement on Tuesday to improve paratransit for people with disabilities. This agreement was in response to a complaint in violation of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Honolulu’s city and county government run a public paratransit known as The Handi-Van service for people with disabilities who cannot use the fixed route bus service.
Above The Law
JANUARY 25, 2023
Rich people who underreport their income account for the vast majority of the taxes that are owed but unpaid in America. The post IRS Agents Are The Ideal Kind Of Law Enforcement: They Target The Rich And Don’t Shoot Black People appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 26, 2023
As more law firms mandate or encourage three days per week in the office, one is using the threat of reduced bonuses to get associates…
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!
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JANUARY 27, 2023
Nobody wants to spend a whole lot of time on contacts – even if they’re really important to effectively marketing a law practice. I mean, yeah: it’s super easy to just cut and paste emails or phone numbers, as you acquire those, rather than making an extra effort to also grab additional information. But, the more data related to your contacts that you can accrue, the better – because you’ll have more information about the kind of messaging you want to relay to those folks.
JURIST
JANUARY 26, 2023
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) Thursday ruled that applications made by Ukraine and the Netherlands against Russia alleging multiple violations of the European Convention on Human Rights(ECHR) are partly admissible. The three applications pertain to the ongoing conflict in the Donbas region of Ukraine and the downing of Flight MH17. Two complaints were brought by Ukraine and one was brought by the Netherlands.
Above The Law
JANUARY 26, 2023
Guess Who’s Coming To Lecture: These accusations paint a visiting professor as bad company. I Know Things Are Adversarial, But Come On Now : AG wants Madison Garden to stop being big meanies to opposing counsel. It Is Official! ChatGPT Will Not Cali The Exam! It did beat the curve a couple times though. Harvard Implements Some Lex Et Iustitia : Read about their $500k investment in history.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 26, 2023
An artificial intelligence tool called ChatGPT averaged a C-plus on exams at the University of Minnesota Law School, according to four law professors who gave…
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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