Paralegal Bootcamp
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
It happens to so many. You start a new paralegal position, and then you wonder for months when you’ll get that on-the-job training that will show you exactly what you should be doing every day. But it never comes. You’re stuck playing the guessing game and scrambling to figure things out on your own, hoping you don’t make a mistake along the way.
OneLegal
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Thinking that it might be time to leave your law firm? Making a career move is a big decision, so before you start interviewing, consider these signs that it really is time for a change. The post The top 7 signs it’s time to leave your law firm job appeared first on One Legal.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
InHouseBlog
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
The latest data is out and yes, we’re number one! Sigh. Yet another study shows that law is the most stressful profession. As they say, “knowing is half the battle” In-house lawyers need to implement mechanisms to reduce stress , as this is not only important to work performance, but critical to life. The pressures of legal practice not only affect lawyers, these pressures can also affect their clients, family life and physical and mental health.
The Estrin Report
JANUARY 30, 2023
By Lawrence Pascoe Compared to other businesses, lawyers have not evolved in how they serve their clients Let’s be honest; the way lawyers serve their clients has not changed much , not just from the late 1970s when I started practicing law but probably since the 1200s when England passed laws regulating the conduct of the legal profession. Lawyers have harnessed technology to do tasks faster than they manually did before and to use modern platforms to market themselves.
Advertisement
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
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Michael Rynowecer | Revelations from the Annual BTI Practice Outlook report. The post Top Growth Industries and Legal Practice Areas for 2023 appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Paralegal Brief brings together the best content for paralegals and legal professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders
Intelligize Blog
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Criminal charges like the ones currently levied against FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried raise an important question for corporate stakeholders: Is securities fraud rampant? Corporate America would undoubtedly bristle at the suggestion, deeming the cryptocurrency exchange’s case an isolated event and noting that Bankman-Fried is still awaiting trial. On the other hand, public opinion need not […] The post If Fraud is Never Caught, did it Really Happen?
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 30, 2023
Brooke Lively | A Financial Breakdown for Recruiting and Hiring a New Attorney (Holy Cow!) The post Your Law Firm’s Employees Cost Too Much to Lose appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above The Law
JANUARY 30, 2023
Judge is DONE with this foolishness. The post Federal Judge Utterly Done With Lawyer’s Pettiness appeared first on Above the Law.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 31, 2023
This article may help you understand the realities of using ChatGPT and other AI-generated content in your law firm marketing efforts. ChatGPT has been a hot topic in the marketing world lately, and for good reason. A recent LinkedIn post spurred a conversation with several of my legal marketing colleagues (including Attorney at Work columnist […] The post Should You Use ChatGTP to Generate Your Law Firm’s Marketing Content?
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?
JURIST
JANUARY 30, 2023
In an exclusive interview with JURIST Friday, VOA Chief National Correspondent and JURIST Journalist in Residence Steve Herman , banned from Twitter in mid-December, said it is important that people not self-censor amid the turmoil surrounding Elon Musk’s newly-acquired social media platform. Herman remains suspended from Twitter for posts pertaining to Musk, but recognized that Twitter is among the most influential social media platforms available.
Diane Drain
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Diane is honored by Legal Services Corp – Pro Bono Service Award for establishing the Self Help Center at the Arizona Bankruptcy Court. Six Arizona Attorneys Recognized For Their Pro Bono Efforts January 31, 2023 Terri Jo Neff, Arizona Daily Independent Those honored by Arizona Supreme Court Vice Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer during LSC’s Increasing Access to Justice Reception were James Conlogue, Diane Drain, David Engelman, Edwin Ramos, Kelly Rowe, and Benjamin Smith.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
GoodRx failed to notify users that it sold their personal health information to Google, Facebook and other tech companies, the FTC claimed. The agency filed an order that prohibits GoodRx from sharing its users’ data with third parties for advertising purposes and requires the company to pay a $1.5 million penalty. GoodRx agreed to pay the settlement but did not admit to wrongdoing.
Attorney at Work
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Sally Schmidt | A checklist to help you reassess and choose to do the right marketing things. The post Review and Reset Your Marketing and Business Development Activities appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Advertisement
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.
JURIST
JANUARY 31, 2023
Protests broke out across France Tuesday in the latest backlash against France’s reform plan to raise the country’s retirement age from 62 to 64. According to the General Confederation of Labor (CGT), a federation of trade unions in France, approximately 2.8 million people demonstrated across the country. Numbers in Paris, Toulouse and Marseille reached over 500,000 and 80,000 and 240,000, respectively.
ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
A recurring issue before the Supreme Court this term, including in two cases to be argued in the next month, concerns when state governments have…
Above The Law
JANUARY 31, 2023
AI will indeed be disruptive, but Hybrid AI has a lot of positive potential. The post The Brave New World Of AI: Is AI The Answer Or Just Part Of The Equation? appeared first on Above the Law.
Attorney at Work
JANUARY 28, 2023
Law practice tips! Find the best law practice management advice and resources with our Attorney At Work practice building guides. The post Law Practice Management Guides: Attorney at Work appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Advertisement
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.
JURIST
JANUARY 28, 2023
In a sealed indictment, the US Attorney General Friday charged three men in connection with an alleged assassination attempt of a well-known critic of Iran’s government on US soil. Rafat Amirov, Polad Omarov and Khalid Mehdiyev face three federal charges: murder for hire, conspiracy to commit murder for hire and money laundering conspiracy. The charges carry a maximum combined sentence of 40 years imprisonment.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 30, 2023
“The Puzzle of 303 Creative “: Hadley Arkes has this essay online at First Things. The post “The Puzzle of 303 Creative” appeared first on How Appealing.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
There’s been lots of talk over the last few years about law firm efficiency. And so , some folks address the value of workflows. And, others talk about how important it is to generate metrics around efficiency. And, then there’s the pressure coming from clients fed up with the inefficiencies inherent in traditional law practice and law firm billing.
Attorney at Work
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Since Ryder Carroll put his original Bullet Journal video on YouTube, his technique for using a running, minimal, bullet-point-based paper notebook has taken over the web. There are countless dedicated groups on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest. Vloggers have broadcast their experiences using the Bullet Journal (BuJo for short). Leuchtturm offers a preformatted notebook designed by Ryder.
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!
JURIST
JANUARY 31, 2023
The Starbucks Corporation Monday disclosed in US Securities and Exchange Commission filings that former General Counsel Rachel Gonzalez’s pay amounted to nearly $11.7 million in 2022, including $7.1 million in severance pay. Although Starbucks has not revealed the reason for Gonzalez’s departure, it coincided with a nationwide wave of unionization.
ABA Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
A judge has ordered a North Carolina woman to correct the record and take responsibility online for a car crash that killed the other driver.
Patently O
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
by Dennis Cxrouch In re Lizzo LLC (TTAB 2023) In a new precedential opinion, the PTAB has sided with the musical artist Lizzo — agreeing to register her mark “100% THAT B H” for use on apparel. The Trademark Examining Attorney had refused registration on “failure-to-function” — concluding that the phrase was a commonplace expression used to express a well-recognized sentiment.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
However, the paper uses questionable assumptions to determine a person’s race and does not take into account how the audits were resolved. The post Paper Claims That Black Taxpayers Are More Likely To Be Audited appeared first on Above the Law.
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.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
130 
Let's personalize your content