February, 2025

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Responding to Google Reviews: Best Practices for Law Firms

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Online reviews play a pivotal role in establishing your law firms credibility and attracting and retaining clients. However, simply accumulating reviews isnt enough how you respond to them is even more critical. By thoughtfully engaging with your clients’ feedback, you demonstrate that you value their opinions and are committed to their satisfaction.

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Anna Marra about legal project management: “It's not just about methodology, it's a lot about power skills”

Global LegalTech Hub

By Pablo Yannone Sancho , Journalist at GLTH Anna is a lawyer who decided not to be a lawyer. Yes, it is strange, but it happens sometimes. She wanted to become a lawyer, even since she was 12, but she left university and she started to hesitate about it. I thought it was a little bit boring, she claims. I thought what I really wanted to do was maybe not the safest choice, but to help people.

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Data breaches in UK legal sector increase by more than a third, impacting almost 8 million people

Legal IT Professionals

Half of data breaches are caused by insiders with human error leading to one in three incidents A new analysis of data from the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) by NetDocuments has revealed a sharp increase in data breaches across the UK legal sector. Between Q3 2023 and Q2 2024, the number of identified data breaches in the UK legal sector rose by 39% (2,284 cases were reported to the ICO, compared to 1,633 the previous year).

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Beyond the Brief: Streamlining Litigation in the Era of Artificial Intelligence (pub. Beverly Hills Bar Association)

Trellis.Law Blog

As Featured in Beverly Hills Bar Association “Modern Lawyer” February 2025 Civil litigation is flooded with busy work. In 2020, a survey of general counsel published by Juro and Wilson Sonsini found that 67 percent of in-house attorneys at fast-growth companies felt… Continue reading → The post Beyond the Brief: Streamlining Litigation in the Era of Artificial Intelligence (pub.

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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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Docusign Launches Notary On-Demand Service

Artificial Lawyer

There are a lot of things you can get on-demand these days, now Docusign is launching a Notary on-Demand service that will hook you up with a professional to sign-off on the more than 1 billion d

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Legal Technology Company Gavel Expands Its Document Automation Platform to 60 Languages

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Legal workflow automation provider Gavel announced today that it has expanded its AI-powered document automation tool, Gavel Blueprint, to support a total of 60 languages. Previously, Blueprint support only English-language documents, while the company’s original rules-based platform supported 19 languages and is in use by legal professionals across 23 countries.

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Laura Fauqueur: “We use the design thinking technique and apply it to solve problems”

Global LegalTech Hub

By Pablo Yannone Sancho , Journalist at GLTH Laura entered the legal field as a court interpreter. It was more than two decades ago, in the courtrooms of the Madrid region, that she fell in love with the legal industry, and all its problems. That connection was genuine from the start, as it didnt stem from an idealization: I saw many unsolved challenges, and observed so many things that could be done and improved in the legal space, she claims.

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ikaun Names Mark Bilson as CRO to Drive Growth and Innovation

Legal IT Professionals

ikaun, the leading AI-powered business development platform built for professional services and law firms today announced the appointment of Mark Bilson as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Bringing nearly 20 years of experience in legal technology and business development, Bilson will oversee ikauns sales and marketing strategy, helping law and AEC firms win high-value client engagements.

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💥Podcast Alert: Making Court Data Actionable with AI — Trellis CEO Shares Insights with Host Bim Dave on Legal Helm Show

Trellis.Law Blog

Catch the latest HELM360 podcast for a fascinating convo w/ Bim Dave & our CEO Nicole Clark on *transforming* legal work through AI tech! You’ll discover how law firms can harness the power of AI and state court data to… Continue reading → The post Podcast Alert: Making Court Data Actionable with AI Trellis CEO Shares Insights with Host Bim Dave on Legal Helm Show first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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The ‘TACO’ Framework For Understanding AI Agents

Artificial Lawyer

By Swami Chandrasekaran, KPMG. AI agentic systems represent a transformational shift in enterprise AI, moving beyond passive information retrieval to proactive execution and decision-making. Agentic.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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Another Conflict Between Privacy Laws and Age Authentication–Murphy v. Confirm ID

Eric Goldman

This opinion is a routine ruling over TOS formation and whether disputes must go to arbitration. However, before I dig into that question, I need to note the case’s chilling implications. * * * This case involves the Adult Friend Finder service (AFF), which age-authenticates its users. To do so, AFF required users to upload government ID and a selfie as part of the account formation process.

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Unlock Your Potential: How Our Justia Webinars Empower Lawyers To Thrive in the Digital Age

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

At Justia, we understand that the legal profession is constantly evolving. New technologies, like artificial intelligence, are revolutionizing how lawyers work, and keeping up with these developments is crucial for staying competitive and effective. That’s why weve designed our webinars to not only provide helpful tools and strategies but also deliver the thought leadership that empowers you to thrive in this new era.

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Amanda Leigh Brown about access to justice: “revolves information, empowering and connection”

Global LegalTech Hub

By Pablo Yannone Sancho , Journalist at GLTH Amanda arrived in the legaltech world in a very particular way: law school. There she was introduced to the concept of access to justice , which is, indeed, the area within which she is an Advisor in the GLTH. From the first moment, she felt attracted to legal technology, especially in the U.S. It did not come as a surprise that she finally found an opportunity to be involved in that kind of project, turning from a young lawyer into a legal technologi

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Veritext Legal Solutions Acquires Leading ADR Companies

Legal IT Professionals

Veritext Legal Solutions, the leader in technology-enabled court reporting services and litigation support solutions, today announces the expansion of its service offerings to include alternative dispute resolution. This added capability showcases Veritexts commitment to delivering comprehensive, client-focused legal solutions that address the evolving needs of the legal industry.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

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

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.

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Lawyers on Bluesky: A Guide to the Rising Social Media Platform Attracting Legal Professionals

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Lindsay Hanoski | Bluesky-curious? The new social network is gaining traction, and now could be the optimal time for attorneys to join the platform. The post Lawyers on Bluesky: A Guide to the Rising Social Media Platform Attracting Legal Professionals appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Lawpath Bags $10m, Advances Legal AI Solution For SMBs

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Lawpath, the online legal platform, has gained an additional $10m in funding led by Westpac Bank; has hit half a million clients; and is rolling out a more advanced legal AI suite for SMBs which le

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Deep Trellis State Court Capabilities Help Bowman and Brooke Track Trends and Defend Mass Tort Litigation in State Courts (via CIO Applications)

Trellis.Law Blog

Discover how the Bowman and Brooke team continues to stay ahead of the curve by using Trellis to successfully monitor trends and uncover valuable product liability insights that matter to their customers. Read it here: [link] The post DeepTrellis State Court Capabilities Help Bowman and Brooke Track Trends and DefendMass TortLitigation in State Courts (via CIO Applications) first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Understanding the User Journey to Attract More Leads – Part One

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Did you know that potential clients don’t always land on your law firm’s homepage first? They might discover your site through a page explaining DUI laws, a blog post about child custody, or even a video testimonial from a past client. This is their user journey the path they take before contacting you and understanding it is crucial for attracting more leads.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies

Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!

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Managed Services Company Factor Acquires Legal Tech Design Firm Theory and Principle to Accelerate Its Push Into AI-Enabled Legal Services

LawSites

Factor, a managed services company that describes itself as a provider of “integrated law” to corporate legal departments, has acquired Theory and Principle, a legal technology design and development agency, in a move intended to advance Factor’s strategic shift toward developing and delivering AI-first legal services.

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Maptician Launches 2025 Law Firm Workplace Trends Survey to Uncover Key Insights on Seating, Collaboration, and Technology

Legal IT Professionals

Maptician, a leading provider of workplace management technology, today announced its launch of the Law Firm Workplace Trends 2025: Seating, Collaboration, & Technology survey. As law firms continue navigating the complexities of hybrid work, this industry-wide survey aims to provide critical insights into how firms are optimizing their office spaces, collaboration methods, and technology investments.

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Zero-Based Drafting: Why contract templates are holding you back and how to ditch them to draft better contracts.

Colin S. Levy

Contract templates. Theyre fantastic. They save time! Theyre efficient! Solets ditch them for something different. Lets use Zero-Based Drafting. Templates are Great Lets get the obvious stuff out of the way first. Templates are wonderful and have a ton of benefits: Time and cost efficiency. Contract templates save time, money, and effort. Consistency across agreements.

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Litera Buys Peppermint + CEO Marwaha Interview

Artificial Lawyer

In what is Literas largest acquisition since Kira, the ever-growing legal tech group has bought Peppermint Technology, the well-known Microsoft partner and developer of the.

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Trellis Launches Trellis AI to Streamline Trial Court Litigation

Trellis AI leverages the largest repository of state trial court data to help litigators evaluate cases, automate brief drafting, suggest winning strategies, and more. Key components: Draft Arguments — Uses similar/successful motions in the Trellis database to generate arguments/citations for your motions seeking dismissal, summary judgment, etc. Case Assessment — Predict the likely outcomes of a case at any stage to help you decide to accept it, guide motion practice, make settlement offers, an

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The Best AI Time Tracking Tools for Lawyers

Clio

Accurate time tracking for lawyers is key, not just for billing but also for building client trust, staying compliant, and keeping the firm profitable. Yet, manual tracking can be tough to stay on top of when lawyers are focused on tackling important legal work for their clients. Despite the rise of automated time-tracking tools , research in our most recent Legal Trends Report found that the average lawyer records just 2.9 hours of an eight-hour day for billable workleaving 5.1 hours a day unbi

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Justia Legal Resources: Small Business Legal Center

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Running your own business can be exciting and daunting in equal measure. Youll need to address financial and logistical concerns to make sure that the process goes as smoothly as possible. But youll also want to understand key legal issues in areas like business formation, employee relations, commercial property transactions, and more. Even a seemingly minor oversight could have major repercussions for a business and its owners or managers.

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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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Droit-Afrique Enters into Licensing and Publishing Partnership withAfriwise

Legal IT Professionals

Droit-Afrique, a leading legal publisher specialising in Francophone Africa, has entered into astrategic licensing and publishing partnership with Afriwise, the premier provider of digitallegal intelligence solutions for Africa. This collaboration will significantly enhance access toFrancophone African legal and regulatory materials, making them more widely available tobusinesses, legal professionals, and regulatory experts across the continent and beyond.

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The New Way of Conducting Patent Research: Proven Strategies For Efficient Due Diligence

Speaker: Andrew Klein and Jennifer Vandenplas

Patent due diligence processes take too long. The information you need is publicly available but accessing it is often tedious & inefficient, requiring you to wade through dozens of PTO websites or for-free tools to gather what you need. Plus, it frequently occurs late in the game, leaving professionals under pressure, sifting through chaotic 100-page PDFs, and frustrated with poorly formatted information & patent numbers.

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Making the Leap: Transitioning from Relativity Server to RelativityOne

Lineal Services

In todays eDiscovery landscape, staying ahead requires more than just diligence it demands a modern approach to modern problems. As the volume and complexity of data evolve s , so must the tools we use to navigate it. For law firms and corporate legal departments still tethered to Relativity Server, the shift to RelativityOne isnt just a technological upgrade; its a strategic imperative.

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‘Give Us Legal AI Or We’re Leaving’ – Survey

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A new survey by LexisNexis of lawyers views on legal tech has found that failure to embrace AI could lead to 11% considering leaving, which rose to 19% at larger law firms.

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Ask Attorney Jennifer B: Are Text Messages Admissible in Divorce Court?

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In my last post , I discussed how evolving technology will continue to influence our relationships and thus, impact family law. Technology has transformed the way we live and communicate, making face-to-face conversations and even phone calls increasingly rare. Many people now prefer texting as a primary mode of communication, finding it easier to write a quick message rather than to spend time talking.

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Efficient Learning for Busy Lawyers: How Justia CLE & Webinars Delivers Practical Value!

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Designed specifically for busy legal professionals, our Justia Webinars deliver valuable insights in an efficient, focused, and accessible format! Whether youre interested in legal tech innovations, practical marketing strategies, or navigating changes in the law, each session is tailored to provide you with actionable takeaways. Our webinars are open to everyone in the legal community, including legal professionals, law students, and law enthusiasts.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.