Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Case Status software’s new SMS for Legal app helps law firms easily and securely text with clients as part of their case workflow. Case Status is a client connection platform for law firms. In other words, it’s a one-stop-shop for all client communications needs. Incoming Message: How Does SMS for Legal Work?

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CARET Legal

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

According to the 2025 In-House Legal Budgeting Report from Axiom and Wakefield Research, 96% of general councils said they expect “AI will meaningfully reduce costs within their legal department.” For law firms looking to stay ahead of the curve, embracing simplified legal tech solutions is no longer optional—it’s essential.

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CARET Legal

DECEMBER 20, 2024

By leveraging legal practice management software with features that include time management systems and client communication platforms, attorneys can reduce repetitive tasks, streamline workflows, and create a healthier work-life balance – ultimately enhancing both their well-being and client service.

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CARET Legal

DECEMBER 16, 2024

There are three main elements that can make or break a bankruptcy case: paperwork, timelines and communication. Automatic stay periods, filing deadlines, and creditor meetings create a high stakes environment where a missed deadline can have severe consequences and potentially blow a clients case.

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Smokeball has an unusual name, to be sure; but, it actually comes from a famous legal case , which just about every substantive law-loving attorney can appreciate. (I One of the best recent advances in legal tech involves the visualization of data via dashboards, rather than segregating that information only to reports.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

OCTOBER 25, 2024

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 project manager. LEARN MORE 3.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MARCH 9, 2025

Traditionally, attorneys have struggled to communicate value to leads & clients. This type of strategy could apply to legal concepts, as well as billing strategies. For example, you could use an AI to help you to come up with a compelling description of an evergreen retainer, that a potential client will understand.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 20, 2022

Law firms of all sizes are feeling pressure to meet client demand for both tailored services and greater efficiencies in this rapidly changing industry. Legal teams are being pressed to control costs and better respond to changing regulatory and risk management obligations. According to Gartner Inc., Trends to Watch in 2022.

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 5, 2022

A lawyer sets clients at ease by effectively communicating, which means client email that is prompt, informed, easy to read and proactive. For most lawyers fresh out of law school, it’s going to be a bit before they’re arguing in a courtroom or negotiating in a boardroom on behalf of a client.

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CARET Legal

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

By adopting strategic approaches to leveraging technology, firms can streamline claim management, reduce bottlenecks, and improve efficiency Handling a large volume of insurance claims can overwhelm even the most organized law firms, straining resources and impacting client satisfaction.

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CARET Legal

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Real estate transactions are intricate undertakings, involving multiple parties such as lawyers, agents, clients, and external stakeholders. To address these challenges, tailored tools like CARET Legal provide a unified platform for seamless collaboration within legal firms, paving the way for smoother transactions.

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CARET Legal

JANUARY 22, 2025

At CARET Legal, were dedicated to helping law firms streamline their operations and focus on what truly mattersdelivering exceptional client service. Key Features of Lawmatics: Automates Client Intake : Simplify the intake process and reduce administrative workload. Why Lawmatics?

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CARET Legal

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The goal isnt just to minimize disruptionits to set each firm up for long-term success while maintaining client trust and operational continuity. Navigating a law firm split requires careful planning, clear communication, and the right tools to ensure a smooth transition. Transparency is key to keeping them engaged and reassured.

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JURIST

OCTOBER 20, 2024

government in favor of another client, engaged in sensitive government contracts with DOD while failing to disclose its work with the PRC [People’s Republic of China] government and its state-owned enterprises on issues of national importance.”

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CARET Legal

JANUARY 6, 2025

CARET Legal streamlines these processes, enabling attorneys to organize, track, and finalize settlements seamlessly within a single cohesive platform. Streamlining Communication with All Parties Involved Effective communication is critical during mediation and settlement.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Understanding billable hours is important for legal professionals. It can also improve client satisfaction and increase profits for the firm. In the legal industry, billable hours are the time a lawyer spends on tasks for a client. You can charge the time spent on these tasks to the client. What are billable hours?

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 4, 2022

In December 2021, Dave Ries, a frequent co-presenter with the authors, wrote an excellent summary of the cybersecurity portion of the ABA’s 2021 Legal Technology Survey Report. Don’t forget common law duties or contractual and regulatory obligations involving protecting client data and personally identifiable information (PII).

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Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Maybe you have started by claiming a free Google business profile for your law firm and using social media to connect with potential clients. According to the ABA 2021 Legal Technology Survey , 86% of law firms use social networks for online marketing, with LinkedIn being the most popular choice. Capture Ideal Clients 5.

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 9, 2021

As a solo law firm, you are small but mighty — able to run a lean business operation, offer customized and competitive pricing, and outperform your BigLaw competitors through personalized legal services delivery. Work that can be systematized and automated should include: Intake, client and potential client communications and reviews.

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 4, 2022

I’ll be continuing in the same practice area and locale, so I hope to keep some of my clients, current and past. While I’ve watched my colleagues make similar moves, I’m concerned about meeting my obligations to my clients and leaving the firm on a positive (and ethical) note. The Client Decides. The Client Decides.

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The Estrin Report

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The Legal Profession Can Be a Journey to Bigger and Better Opportunities By Chere B. Now, youve started circling Indeed and LinkedIn, reached out to legal recruiters and are quietly scanning job listings. Now, youve started circling Indeed and LinkedIn, reached out to legal recruiters and are quietly scanning job listings.

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CARET Legal

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

What if there was a way to streamline your practice, boost productivity, and enhance client satisfaction – all while reducing stress and improving work-life balance? Your desk is piled high with case files, your inbox is overflowing, and you’ve got back-to-back client meetings all day. Sound familiar?

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Paralegal Bootcamp

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Client management is a crucial aspect of a paralegal’s job. It involves building and maintaining relationships with clients, handling their legal concerns, and providing them with the necessary support and guidance throughout the legal process. Learn the 7 C’s of Paralegal Communication Skills.

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 22, 2021

In the example, based on the lawyer’s real-world experience, the partner would promise a deliverable to his client without consulting his team and then delay delegating the task to the more junior attorneys. We also discussed how she could communicate the specifics of what she would be able to produce in the timeframe provided.

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CARET Legal

APRIL 2, 2025

Instead of scrambling to fix problems mid-split, firms that plan ahead keep cases moving, client relationships intact, and finances in order. Clients, case files, financials, workflows, staff – all shifting at once. A law firm split inherently comes with a lot of moving parts.

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CARET Legal

JANUARY 15, 2025

These tools can efficiently condense intricate details, legal jargon, and financial information into concise summaries, enabling bankruptcy lawyers to quickly grasp the key points and implications of the documents. Case Files Multi-page legal documents can overwhelm even the most experienced attorneys.

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CARET Legal

JANUARY 17, 2025

Firms can leverage mediation tools to reduce costs, improve client outcomes, and enhance efficiency. Rising expenses, including legal fees, court costs, and lost productivity, create challenges for firms aiming to manage disputes efficiently. However, the success of mediation often hinges on the tools available to support it.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 12, 2022

Early in my legal career, I assumed that “being responsive” meant that I needed to respond immediately to emails from clients and colleagues. In most cases, clients and colleagues aren’t looking for an instantaneous response. Most clients will respect that.”. The Trouble With Spending Too Much Time in Your Inbox.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Legal Research and Writing In my first year of studying Paralegal Studies, my school provided us with Westlaw/LexisNexis (legal research software) that we used for legal research purposes. Understanding Legal Procedures I was exposed to multiple areas of law such as Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Business law, etc.,

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Thankfully, many industries — including legal — have full-on embraced remote work. And for law firms, remote work opens the door to alternative hiring options, including outsourcing substantive legal work to freelance lawyers. GREEN FLAGS: “I follow a weekly schedule that I create around my clients.”. “I

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Above The Law

MARCH 19, 2025

In a recent MyCase webinar , Florida attorney and legal performance coach Audrey Ehrhardt explored trust accounting best practices and provided actionable tips to enhance financial operations. Understand That Its Not Your Money One of the most important things to remember about a trust account is that its your clients money.

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Rocket Matter

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Learn how big tech has changed the legal industry Free Guide The Small Firm’s Guide to Big Tech While any change in how you operate your law office can feel overwhelming, there’s never been a better time to start migrating your office structures online. That's the only way to succeed today! That's the only way to succeed today!

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Above The Law

MARCH 12, 2025

As large language models and AI become more powerful, it will become even easier for an AI bot to summarize and search everything, exposing your personal, professional, and even legal conversations. Attorney-client privilege and confidentiality are not just ethical obligations, they form the very basis of attorney client relationships.

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Above The Law

MARCH 21, 2025

As a part of the Legal Marketing Associations (LMAs) partnership with Above the Law, each month were here to share a roundup of insights and intel from Strategies & Voices, the official online publication of LMA, dedicated to the craft of legal marketing.

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Attorney at Work

MAY 20, 2022

The Lincoln Legal Papers Project identified over 5,600 cases and nearly 100,000 documents related to Lincoln’s law practice. If he were with us today, it’s likely that Lincoln would not have the time or knowledge to pursue such a broad range of legal cases and clients. Commoditization of Legal Documents. Ways Clients Win.

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Above The Law

MAY 6, 2025

Word of mouth remains one of the most powerful sources of new clients, and for good reason. But heres the question too few law firms are asking: How many referred clients are you losing because they cant find you online, or dont like what they see when they do? 39% of legal consumers read 7 or more reviews before deciding who to call.

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