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Trial Preparation Checklist: Steps, Procedures, and What to Expect in Court

Clio

Trial preparation checklist for paralegals While attorneys focus on courtroom strategy, paralegals ensure every document, exhibit, and logistical detail is ready to go. Double-check compliance with local rules regarding exhibit exchange, filings, and courtroom procedures. Track deadlines and procedural rules.

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What are Alternative Legal Service Providers (ALSPS)?

MatterSuite

These service providers include attorneys, paralegals, and legal experts who seek to provide their clients with tailor-made solutions. ALSPs have a diverse workforce that ranges from document reviewers and compliance specialists to contract managers, allowing them to provide their clients with a cost-effective yet high-quality legal service.

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Can Paralegals Give Legal Advice?

Lawmatics

They say behind every great lawyer is a great paralegal…. While not all lawyers have paralegals, also known as legal assistants, they are without a doubt a game-changer for lawyers juggling multiple cases and deadlines. And while they may not have a law degree, paralegals are often just as knowledgeable as their attorney counterparts.

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The Role of the Committee of Paralegal Assessors for Oregon Licensed Paralegals

Legal Tech Monitor

This month, Oregon will join an increasing number of states licensing paralegals and other legal professionals who are not attorneys to provide discrete legal services in family and landlord/tenant law , which was previously only provided in Oregon by licensed lawyers.

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How to Build the Right Set of Outside Counsel Guidelines

MatterSuite

For example, companies may specify that only senior attorneys should handle particular tasks or that staffing should avoid over-reliance on high-cost partners if associates or paralegals are appropriate. This helps ensure that the legal representation given to the company is inclusive.

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AI for Small Law Firms: Work Smarter, Cut Costs, Win More

Clio

Hiring another associate or paralegal isn’t always feasible for small law firms. Rather than having your paralegals taking on time consuming document review tasks or, paying to outsource legal work , AI handles these tasks at a fraction of the cost. AI handles lots of these repetitive tasks, freeing you to focus on practicing law.

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Everything You Should Know About AI Legal Tech

Percipient

Its also super handy for spotting legal risks early, especially in compliance, so you can deal with issues before they get out of hand. Its particularly useful for lawyers and legal teams who want to offload repetitive, time-consuming work while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Will AI replace paralegals?