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Meet Your New (Legal) Associate: Tireless, Proactive, and Terrible at Office Politics

Colin S. Levy

Part 1: Understanding the Basics Imagine walking into your office on a Monday morning, coffee in hand, to find that while you were away, a new colleague has been quietly revolutionizing how work gets done. This colleague never sleeps, never complains about the office temperature, and has processed more documents than your entire team typically handles in a month.

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Some Comments on Today’s Thomson Reuters v. Ross Copyright Ruling

Eric Goldman

[A surprising ruling from Judge Bibas (sitting as a district court judge by designation) in the Thompson Reuters v. Ross case, because he reverses himself on numerous points (all in favor of the copyright owner). I sent the following comments to a reporter.] I have multiple problems with the ruling: 1) I disagree that individual headnotes each can be copyrightable.

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DeepSeek’s iOS app is a security nightmare, and that’s before you consider its TikTok links–theregister.com

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Brandon Vigliarolo INFOSEC IN BRIEF DeepSeeks iOS app is a security nightmare that you should delete ASAP, according to researchers at mobile app infosec platform vendor NowSecure. The org have assessed the security of the iOS version of DeepSeek – the third most popular app on the App Store as of writing found it transmits data in plaintext, uses outdated ciphers, and hardcoded encryption keys.

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When Your Patent Case Turns Into a Fraud Case That Turns Into a Defamation Case

Brett Trout

Brett Trout Patent litigation is often complex and high-stakes, but the case involvingLeigh Rothschild, Starbucks, and attorney Rachael Lamkinhas taken an unusual turn, morphing from a patent infringement lawsuit into allegations of fraud, and now, a defamation battle? Patent Infringement: The Spark That Started It All The legal saga began when Rothschilds patent-holding entity, Analytical Technologies (AT), sued 20 food service companies for infringing a patent related to mobile restaurant self

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No Objections: Better Case Management with AI for Paralegals

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Join this session to get a fresh look at how AI tools can help you work smarter, faster, and more effectively! Attorney and law professor Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk you through the complete journey of a legal case—from the first client meeting through the final outcome—while showing you how artificial intelligence can transform your daily work at each important step.

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Breaking: Federal Judge Rules Legal Research Startup ROSS Infringed Westlaw’s Copyrights, Rejecting Fair Use Defense

LawSites

In a significant ruling for legal publishing and AI development, a federal judge has granted partial summary judgment to Thomson Reuters in its long-running copyright infringement lawsuit against ROSS Intelligence, finding that ROSS infringed on Westlaw’s copyrighted headnotes and rejecting ROSS’s fair use defense. The ruling, issued today by 3rd U.S.

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Smokeball Reaches Landmark Milestone, Empowering 500,000 U.S. Lawyers with Legal Tech Access

Legal IT Professionals

In a trailblazing move for the legal tech industry, Smokeball, the industry-leading legal practice management software platform, now provides free access to its innovative technology to half a million U.S. lawyers through partnerships with multiple State Bar Associations. Smokeball Bill, a complete trust accounting and billing software solution for solo and small legal practitioners, empowers lawyers to manage client trust accounts with ease and compliance while delivering better client results.

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7 Ways to Sell ALOE to Your Team

Bigfork Tech

7 Ways to Sell ALOE to Your Team Introducing new software to your organization can be challenging, especially when it involves a critical function like contract management. Convincing your team to adopt a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) solution like ALOE requires more than just a simple pitchit demands a strategic approach that highlights efficiency, ease of use, and long-term value.

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Navigating the AI Revolution in eDiscovery: Are You Driving, Co-Piloting, or Still Hitchhiking?

CloudNine

Theres a moment when every new technology shifts from novelty to necessity. Think about the first time you used GPS instead of printing out MapQuest directions (or, for the true old-schoolers, unfolding a giant road atlas or Rand McNally folding maps). At first, it felt unnecessarymaybe even risky. I know how to get there, youd say. But then, one day, you hit a roadblock, and your GPS rerouted you seamlessly (re-routing ring a bell?).

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Judge says US Treasury ‘more vulnerable to hacking’ since Trump let the DOGE out–theregister.com

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Order requires destruction of departmental data accessed by Musky men Simon Sharwood Trump administration policies that allowed Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency to access systems and data at the Bureau of the Fiscal Service (BFS) have left the org more vulnerable to hacking according to federal Judge Paul A. Engelmayer in New York City.

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SimpleDocs Launches SimpleAI, An AI-Powered Contract Review Tool with Customizable Playbooks (Plus Video Demo)

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In-house legal departments often struggle with a common challenge: how to efficiently review and negotiate the constant flow of routine contracts without sacrificing quality or consistency.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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Centerbase Appoints Michael Dunn as New CEO and Board Member

Centerbase

Paul Bridgewater Remains on the Board of Directors Dallas, TX February 10, 2025 Centerbase, a leading provider of legal practice management software, is pleased to appoint Michael Dunn as its new Chief Executive Officer. Dunn will also serve on the Centerbase Board of Directors. Paul Bridgewater, the companys current CEO and President, will remain on the Board of Directors, ensuring continuity and strategic oversight as the company enters its next growth phase.

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Avi Gesser to speak in a Strafford live webinar “Board Oversight of Artificial Intelligence: Best Practices for Governance, Compliance, and Ethical Considerations”

Debevoise Data Blog

On Thursday, March 6, 1:00pm-2:30pm EST, Avi Geser will participate in a panel discussion along with Jenifer McIntosh, CIPP, Of Counsel at Stinson during an upcoming Strafford live video webinar, “Board Oversight of Artificial Intelligence: Best Practices for Governance, Compliance, and Ethical Considerations.” The panel will examine the corporate governance, data security and other challenges facing boards of directors in overseeing artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives.

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Webinar: AI in Legal – Meeting the Need for Speed

Artificial Lawyer

Join us for a new webinar with LegalOn in partnership with Artificial Lawyer: AI in Legal Meeting the Need for Speed, where we will explore how AI is accelerating legal work and changing percep

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Elite Unveils Validate™: AI-Powered Solution to Streamline Work-to-Cash Workflows

Legal IT Professionals

Elite, a leading provider of financial management and business operations solutions to the worlds most successful law firms, today announced the launch of Elite Validate, a new purpose-built billing compliance solution powered by artificial intelligence (AI) that will transform and optimize how law firms manage adherence to Outside Counsel Guidelines (OCGs).

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Prep with Purpose: How to Build Better Trial Binders

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to master the art and science of trial preparation organization that top attorneys rely on in this exclusive webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk through proven systems for creating comprehensive trial notebooks and binders that transform scattered case materials into a powerful command center. Learning Objectives: Strategic Organization 📊 Learn the essential sections every trial notebook needs and how to structure them for maximum clarity and acce

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Aligning Financial Decision-Making with Professional Purpose: A Guide for Attorneys

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Fixing the disconnect between achieving financial targets and genuine professional satisfaction. The post Aligning Financial Decision-Making with Professional Purpose: A Guide for Attorneys appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Voting Is Closed, Results Are In: Here are the 15 Legal Tech Startups Selected for the 2025 Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW

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Voting has now closed and your votes have been tallied to pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to participate as finalists in the ninth-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2025, taking place April 2-5 in Chicago.

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How to Be Productive When You’re a Depressed Lawyer

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The demands of work dont stop when you are depressed. Dan Lukasik, of LawyersWithDepression.com, on the struggle to get things done when you're a depressed lawyer. The post How to Be Productive When You’re a Depressed Lawyer appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Generative AI in Legal: The Basics of How to Keep Pace with Change

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This industry is swarming with definitions, abbreviations, tools, and abstract concepts. For those who need it, today, we’re going back to the basics of generative AI and the law.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

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?

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500,000 U.S. Lawyers Now Have Free Access to Trust Software through Bar Partnerships with Smokeball

LawSites

Trust accounting remains one of the most dangerous pitfalls for unwary lawyers. Far too often, lawyers particularly those in solo and small firms still rely on manual methods for maintaining and reconciling their client funds accounts.

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