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$4.3M in Grants to 36 Legal Services Programs Underscore Role of Tech in Driving Access to Justice

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NOVEMBER 30, 2021

That makes the Technology Initiative Grants awarded annually by the Legal Services Corporation all the more significant, as they are among the few funding sources specifically targeting such technology. Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut will use a $150,593 grant to create a cloud-based pro bono portal.

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$4.3M in Grants to 36 Legal Services Programs Underscore Role of Tech in Driving Access to Justice

LawSites

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

That makes the Technology Initiative Grants awarded annually by the Legal Services Corporation all the more significant, as they are among the few funding sources specifically targeting such technology. Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut will use a $150,593 grant to create a cloud-based pro bono portal.

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Former Vedder Price shareholder gets 3-year suspension for double billing, false expense requests

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JANUARY 24, 2022

The Illinois Supreme Court has suspended a former Vedder Price shareholder after a hearing board found that he double billed for legal services and then…

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In Case of ‘Real Lawyers Against A Robot Lawyer,’ Federal Court Dismisses Law Firm’s Suit Against DoNotPay for Unauthorized Law Practice

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NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In what it described as a case pitting “real lawyers against a robot lawyer,” a federal court in Illinois has dismissed a law firm’s suit against the self-help legal service DoNotPay. “MK claims to advertise its services online, but it does not provide those services online.

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Ethical Considerations for Flat Fee Billing

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OCTOBER 11, 2022

The Reasonableness of a Fee When Are Legal Fees Earned? The ‘Reasonable Test’ Remains Universal Resources About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism. They provide the client with some certainty about the cost of legal services and lawyers with more financial stability and consistency in taking on client matters.

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The 2023 Fastcase 50 Announced, Honoring Legal’s Innovators, Visionaries and Leaders

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JULY 19, 2023

“This has been an amazing year of change for legal tech, including at vLex and Fastcase,” said Ed Walters, Fastcase co-founder and the Chief Strategy Officer of vLex. This year’s list of honorees reflects a year of transformation for legal services. Holly Stevens , Chief Data Officer, Legal Services Corporation.

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Paralegal Career Choice: Public Service or Private Practice

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MAY 6, 2022

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 12 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. Paralegals and legal assistants held about 345,600 jobs in 2020. Here in Illinois, www.2.illinois.gov Federal Government 5%.

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Mixed Messages from the ABA, As It ‘Reaffirms’ Rule Against Nonlawyer Ownership while also Encouraging Innovation

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AUGUST 9, 2022

Just two weeks earlier, Utah had approved sweeping changes in legal services regulation that that allowed non-traditional legal services providers. Two years ago, Arizona became the first state to completely eliminate the prohibition. Other states continue to study the issue.

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TECHSHOW 2023 LIVE: Keynote Address

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MARCH 1, 2023

Should Rules of Professional Conduct be relaxed to address the growing access to justice problem and other challenges affecting legal services delivery in our state? Bennett , Jazz Hampton Thursday, March 2, 2023 | 8:30AM – 9:45AM Grand Ballroom EF KEYNOTE: PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSALS TO AMEND RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT 5.4

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Editor’s Picks: Secret’s out, clients are on TikTok | Why AI matters to the military | Why subscription models make sense

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APRIL 16, 2021

Props to @theBar for landing an interview with Illinois Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, a veteran lawyer and history-maker as the first Black lawmaker to be speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives. . They also discuss Illinois’ progressive agenda, including eliminating cash bail and other criminal justice reforms.

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Leaving Your Firm? Aim for a Joint Notice to Clients

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APRIL 4, 2022

For example, you should not urge them to pack up their business; rather, you should let diligence in their matters steer your willingness and ability to continue providing legal services in their direction. About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.

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Diversity Spotlight Series: Kristen Sonday, Co-Founder and COO of Paladin?

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MARCH 25, 2021

For example, I Co-Chair the Legal Services Corporation’s Emerging Leaders Council, which has made me immensely more attune to what legal services organizations are working on and the challenges they face, which I can then incorporate at Paladin.

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Reflections on ReInvent Law Silicon Valley @ 10 Years – Part 2

LawSites

MARCH 9, 2023

Chas is an outspoken advocate of transformation in the legal industry, inspiring increased access to legal services through technology and new business models. Chas earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and math studies summa cum laude from Southern Illinois University and his JD from the University of Southern California.

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Ethics Reminders for Lawyers Texting Clients

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NOVEMBER 23, 2021

It’s an important reminder of how we can apply the same ethics rules to novel techniques of delivering legal services. Provide your client with quality service while keeping your ethical obligations at the forefront. About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism. Let’s dig in!

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The 10 Legal Tech Trends that Defined 2021

LawSites

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Stories are replete of law firms and courts and other legal services entities developing innovative methods and solutions to better perform their work and serve their clients, and legal tech developers introduced many innovative new products. This is not to say that 2021 was without innovation.

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Reflections on ReInvent Law Silicon Valley @ 10 Years – Part 3

LawSites

MARCH 10, 2023

Watching the 2013 presentations about disruption of legal services might not be very shocking, because the format, the presentation, and the topics have become so widely adopted that they seem like they have always been around. Today we take for granted that legal services must be reformed, or they will be disrupted.

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As Its Conference Kicks Off, Clio Announces Its ‘Most Important Product Release Ever’ (and More)

LawSites

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Building on the two acquisitions, Clio said that Lawyaw, which already offered automated court forms for California federal and state courts, has added forms for another five states: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York and Texas. We see this as a critical juncture in realizing our mission to transform the legal experience for all.”

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Building a Better Law Practice: 7 Reasons to Specialize

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MAY 20, 2022

Abraham Lincoln, licensed to practice law in 1837 in Illinois, may be the archetypal general practice attorney. The Lincoln Legal Papers Project identified over 5,600 cases and nearly 100,000 documents related to Lincoln’s law practice. In legal services, specialization has been spurred by rapid change.

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Self-Help Information by the Courts in 2021

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Guides on resources and legal information and a pointer to Montana Law Help legal services ( [link] ) are also available.

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As Its Conference Kicks Off, Clio Announces Its ‘Most Important Product Release Ever’ (and More)

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OCTOBER 26, 2021

Building on the two acquisitions, Clio said that Lawyaw, which already offered automated court forms for California federal and state courts, has added forms for another five states: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York and Texas. We see this as a critical juncture in realizing our mission to transform the legal experience for all.”

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The 10 Legal Tech Trends that Defined 2021

LawSites

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Stories are replete of law firms and courts and other legal services entities developing innovative methods and solutions to better perform their work and serve their clients, and legal tech developers introduced many innovative new products. This is not to say that 2021 was without innovation.

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Wolters Kluwer 6th Annual Leading Edge Conference

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JULY 26, 2019

Legal Talk Network had the privilege of attending the 6th Annual Wolters Kluwer Leading Edge Conference in Riverwoods, Illinois just outside of Chicago. They took care of all us weary travelers, making sure we ate and were properly introduced to one another. Diving into a big round table about the influence of U.S. News Rankings.

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New Director Named to Lead Illinois Commission on Professionalism, As Jayne Reardon Retires

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MARCH 22, 2022

Harold was a 2014 Republican primary candidate for Illinois’ 13th Congressional District and the 2018 Republican nominee for Illinois attorney general. She was Miss Illinois 2002 and Miss America 2003. Since 2015, she has served on the Illinois Supreme Court Committee on Equality. Champaign, Ill.,

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ABA Midyear Meeting 2019

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FEBRUARY 5, 2019

ABA Midyear Meeting 2019: Maybe There’s an App for That.

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Voting Is Open! Pick the 15 Finalists to Compete At Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2024 in February

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DECEMBER 4, 2023

Briefpoint aims to create a world where litigation attorneys’ success is tied only to their ability to formulate creative legal arguments and execute thoughtful litigation strategies. Demo video: [link] Founded: 2/9/2021, San Rafael, California [HQ], Chicago, Illinois. Who are your competitors? Esquiretek, LegalMation.

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$4.3M in Grants to 36 Legal Services Programs Underscore Role of Tech in Driving Access to Justice

$4.3M in Grants to 36 Legal Services Programs Underscore Role of Tech in Driving Access to Justice

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Former Vedder Price shareholder gets 3-year suspension for double billing, false expense requests

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In Case of ‘Real Lawyers Against A Robot Lawyer,’ Federal Court Dismisses Law Firm’s Suit Against DoNotPay for Unauthorized Law Practice

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The 2023 Fastcase 50 Announced, Honoring Legal’s Innovators, Visionaries and Leaders

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