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News You Can Use: A Robot Paralegal?

Advocate's Studio

bankruptcy law and “he” is being piloted not just at Dentons, but also at a few other elite firms in the US. I, for one, welcome our new robotic paralegal overlords. Right now, while the developers are refining and improving, Ross the Robot is focusing his intellectual powers on a database mostly comprised of U.S.

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17 Things I Wish I Knew as a First-Year Associate

Attorney at Work

Be respectful and courteous to paralegals, marketing staff and assistants at your firm. If you’re a bankruptcy lawyer, you can always tap a litigator to take that deposition or put on that witness. Be serious, but please don’t take yourself too seriously. You are a first year. You have a lot to learn. Take vacations.

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Nomination Window Opens to Award the 2024 Legal Visionary

Legal Tech Monitor

The following year, IAALS honored Rohan Pavuluri, CEO and co-founder of Upsolve, for his pioneering efforts in harnessing technology to assist individuals without legal representation in filing for bankruptcy for free.

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6 Things Attorneys Can Do to Convert Clients: Attorney Client Intake Best Practices

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Someone experiencing potential bankruptcy, facing a DUI charge, or going through a divorce seeks sensitivity, discretion, and legal skill. You know who interacted with the potential client, such as a legal assistant, paralegal, or other attorney, and what discussions they might have already had.

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What Does a Court Clerk Do?

Clio

Bankruptcy courts: Specializing in insolvency and debt restructuring cases. Pursue postsecondary education Aspiring court clerks may choose to pursue an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, paralegal studies, or a related discipline. Court clerks can be found in various types of courthouses.

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Types of Law Practice: Which is Right for You?

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Bankruptcy law Bankruptcy law refers to the system of rules that govern the rights of debtors (people or companies facing financial insolvency) and creditors (those to whom money is owed). The most successful lawyers are experts at using legal technology to work more effectively and deliver exceptional client service.