November, 2024

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AI for Lawyers: Navigating Ethics & Best Practices | Justia CLE & Webinars

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Join us for AI for Lawyers: Navigating Ethics & Best Practices , a must-attend, free Justia Webinar for legal professionals looking to harness the power of generative AI responsibly. Led by attorney Greg Siskind, this webinar will explore the ethical rules governing AI use in legal practice, potential sources of liability, and practical strategies for integrating AI tools effectively.

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Jury Finds Global E-Discovery Company Violated Criminal Computer Security Law when It Accessed Woman’s Emails

Above the Law - Technology

A Texas jury in a civil case has found that Consilio, which describes itself as “the global leader” in e-discovery, violated a Texas computer security criminal statute when it accessed the plaintiff’s computer without effective consent.

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AI in Law: Complementing, Not Replacing, Human Expertise

Legal IT Professionals

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making significant inroads in the legal sector, with an impressive 82% of lawyers now either using or planning to integrate AI into their practices. This figure is up from 39% last year according to recent LexisNexis research - underscoring AI’s surging popularity in a profession known for its heavy workloads even if traditionally risk-averse.

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 National Paralegal Day inc NALP Paralegal Achievement Awards, Mon. 11th Nov at Six Clerks Bar, The Law Society

Ward Blawg

The National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) will be hosting the fourth National Paralegal Day with an evening event at the Six Clerks Bar within the Law Society at 113 Chancery Lane, London on Monday 11th November from 7pm to 9pm. The event will also host the annual ‘NALP Paralegal Achievement Awards’. The Awards are for: […] The post National Paralegal Day inc NALP Paralegal Achievement Awards, Mon. 11th Nov at Six Clerks Bar, The Law Society first appeared on WardblawG.

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Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal

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

The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!

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The Road to 2026: Anticipating Intellectual Property, AI, and Data Modifications in the Upcoming USMCA Joint Review

Berkley Technology Law Journal

By Brayan Ortiz Ramos, J.D. Candidate, 2027 In 2026, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which succeeded the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in 2020, will undergo a joint review to assess its effectiveness, consider a 16-year extension, and evaluate potential adjustments to better align with current economic and technological trends.

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Momentum and Growth at ClioCon 2024

Legal Talk Network

Legal Talk Network hosts and listeners had an unforgettable time connecting, learning, and sharing big ideas at Clio’s Cloud Conference in Austin, TX October 7-9, 2024. With more than 2,500 legal professionals attending in-person and 1,500 tuning in virtually, this year’s “ClioCon” proved to be Clio’s most popular conference to date.

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Christiane Müller-Haye: “We have our own ChatGPT instance”

Global LegalTech Hub

By Pablo Yannone Sancho , Journalist at GLTH Document management system is the ancestor of our beloved legaltech. Implementing it 25 years ago was such a revolution. A revolution that Christiane Müller-Haye testified about since she entered a German law firm that was a pioneer in this practice. They were wearing the “baby shoes,” but they were already experiencing “efficiency gains.

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Podcast Alert: What Generative AI Means for the Future of Predictive Analytics

Trellis.Law Blog

Catch today’s ABA Journal Legal Rebels podcast on what generative AI means for the future of predictive analytics! During this episode ABA Journal Assistant Managing Editor Victor Li interviews our CEO Nicole Clark. Together they contemplate how lawyers can utilize… Continue reading → The post Podcast Alert: What Generative AI Means for the Future of Predictive Analytics first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Trellis Launches Trellis AI to Revolutionize Trial Court Litigation

Legal IT Professionals

Today, Trellis launched Trellis AI, a powerful new legal productivity platform designed for the complex needs of trial court litigation. Built on Trellis’ industry-leading trial court data foundation—which is the most comprehensive database of its kind in the US—Trellis AI offers tools that empower legal teams to harness data and insights in transformative ways.

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It’s The End Of The Legal Industry As We Know It

Artificial Lawyer

It’s the end of the legal industry as we know it and I feel fine. I really do. The legal industry as we know it is already over.

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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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How to Afford Law School: Scholarships, Loans, Grants, and More

Martindale-Avvo

“Follow your dreams,” they said, “you’ll never work a day in your life”—but at what cost? For many aspiring lawyers, the dream of pursuing their passion comes with a staggering six-figure price tag as law school tuition continues to climb. The looming financial burden can leave you questioning whether your dream is worth the debt.

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Generative AI in Patent Drafting and Prosecution | Justia CLE & Webinars

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, generative AI is revolutionizing patent law by streamlining complex processes and opening new opportunities for efficiency and creativity. Join our upcoming webinar for legal professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve as you explore how AI tools are reshaping the legal field, various tools you can use as a legal professional including existing AI patent software solutions, and the crucial ethical considerations to keep in mind.

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Carlos Fernández: “Legal tech is not about rethinking, but improving”

Global LegalTech Hub

By Pablo Yannone Sancho , Journalist at GLTH If you have ever come across Carlos , you must know he is a person that always keeps moving. From congress to congress, from piece of news to piece of news. As a jurist specialized in information law and technology, he enjoys informing “other professionals about the links between law and technology.” A profile that aligns very well with our global hub.

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Trellis Launches Trellis AI to Revolutionize Trial Court Litigation

Trellis.Law Blog

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Trellis launched Trellis AI, a powerful new legal productivity platform designed for the complex needs of trial court litigation. Built on Trellis’ industry-leading trial court data foundation—which is the most comprehensive database of its kind in the… Continue reading → The post Trellis Launches Trellis AI to Revolutionize Trial Court Litigation first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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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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ChatGPT Search and How it Benefits Lawyers

Clio

Legal professionals are using AI at an astounding rate—and among the tools they’re leveraging in their day-to-day work, ChatGPT dominates. According to our research , 36% of lawyers who use AI report that they are using generic non-legal AI tools like ChatGPT in their day-to-day work. These options, which are often more flexible and cost-effective than specialized AI tools, allow legal professionals to perform a wide range of tasks, from assisting with drafting to generating insights and ideas.

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Data Literacy: A Critical Skill for Legal Professionals

Colin S. Levy

The legal profession is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by the explosion of data and the adoption of sophisticated Generative AI technologies like OpenAI's GPT-4. Legal teams are no longer just advisors on regulatory compliance or dispute resolution—they are now key players in data governance, risk management, and strategic decision-making. As data increasingly underpins every facet of business operations, general counsels (GCs) and legal professionals must develop the skills to interpre

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7 Legal Technology Tools Lawyers Need to Boost Efficiency

Rocket Matter

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. Big tech changed the game in how we run our everyday lives, so stay up to date with the latest available software solutions to keep clients happy.

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LinkedIn for Baby Boomer Lawyers | Justia Webinars

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

In today’s increasingly digital world, LinkedIn has emerged as an essential platform for professionals looking to grow their networks and establish their expertise. However, for many Baby Boomer lawyers, the ever-evolving nature of social media can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate effectively. This upcoming webinar is designed to simplify LinkedIn and provide practical, actionable guidance that can explain why long-practicing lawyers should be active on LinkedIn, and how to explore th

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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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Fernando Pelaez-Pier about legaltech in Latam: “We don't have basic regulations about technology”

Global LegalTech Hub

By Pablo Yannone Sancho , Journalist at GLTH One of Fernando ´s concerns has always been a very important topic discussed during this interview: to bring to Latin America the new trends of the world and what is affecting the legal profession. This awareness and motivation align with the GLTH goal of generating knowledge in terms of the impact of legal technology, which is a reason that Fernando states that encouraged him to join our Advisory Board, within the Geographic Area!

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Trellis: An Analytical Approach to Legal Research

Trellis.Law Blog

As seen in the latest CIO Applications for the Legal Vertical publication: “Legal research has traditionally focused on appellate courts, leaving trial courts—where much litigation unfolds—fragmented and hard to access. This limitation poses a challenge for legal professionals facing high… Continue reading → The post Trellis: An Analytical Approach to Legal Research first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Top 5 Attorney Website Templates: Build a Professional Website

Clio

Before potential clients pick up the phone, there’s a good chance they’ve already formed an opinion of your firm based on your website. They’ve scanned the design, skimmed through lawyer bios, and decided—sometimes in seconds—whether they trust you with their legal matters. The right attorney website template can make all the difference in ensuring that first impression is a strong one.

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Reinhart Goes Live with Oddr’s AI-Powered Invoice-to-Cash Platform

Legal IT Professionals

Oddr, the legal industry’s only AI-powered invoice-to-cash platform, today announces that Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren sc, a 200-attorney law firm with offices across nine locations, has gone live with Oddr to leverage the multi-layered benefits of AI-powered invoice-to-cash, greatly enhancing the efficiency, security, and visibility of billing operations and significantly improving client experience.

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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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Product Walk Through: V7 Go – GenAI Legal Data Extraction

Artificial Lawyer

This week’s Product Walk Through is with V7 Labs and its genAI-driven Go capability for extracting key data from legal documents.

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Justia Legal Resources: Workers’ Compensation Law Center

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

When someone gets injured on the job, they may need significant treatment and may miss time from work while they recover. The workers’ compensation system aims to address these concerns by providing reimbursement for medical costs and partial replacement for lost wages. To get these benefits, an injured employee does not need to prove that their employer did anything wrong.

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When a Copyright Owner Gets Only a $1,000 Judgment in Federal Court, They’re the Real Losers–McDermott v. KMC

Eric Goldman

Matthew McDermott is a freelance photographer. The New York Post hired him to take photos of NYC police commissioner Keechant Sewell , paying him a day rate of $470. McDermott kept the copyright to those photo and granted NY Post a license. The New York Post story. The article included multiple photos of Sewell, including the photo in question , and the Post apparently liked the image so much that they used a portion of the photo as the background for the newspaper cover that day (see screenshot

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Business Tips for New Law Firms

Martindale-Avvo

You probably didn’t learn the basics of running a law firm in law school. But even if it’s a side of legal practice clients never see, taking care of the business side of the firm frees you up to give your all to client advocacy. Here are the core steps to grow your practice in 2025. Start With a Budget The business of running a law firm comes down to the numbers.

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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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SEO for Divorce Lawyers: Boost Your Online Visibility

Clio

For divorce lawyers, SEO is more than just an add-on to your marketing plan—it’s essential for attracting potential clients, staying competitive in their local market, and, ultimately, growing a family law practice. Still, with search engine optimization (SEO) constantly changing, it can be challenging for divorce lawyers to know where to start and how to keep up.

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Revolutionizing Professional Services: LEXGEN AI and Canton Capital AI Unleash the Power of AI

Legal IT Professionals

LEXGEN AI and Canton Capital have announced a groundbreaking partnership that promises to redefine how professionals in legal, tax, and accounting sectors perform their work. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the professional services industry by harnessing the full potential of AI to streamline complex tasks, enhance productivity, and provide critical insights within a secure and compliant framework.

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Panoram’s Project Orange Shows What GenAI Can Deliver

Artificial Lawyer

Panoram, a legal tech-focused advisory group created by former Neota Logic execs Greg Wildisen and Rick Seabrook, recently conducted a large-scale data breach project for.

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Depositions 101: Essential Practical Tips and Techniques for Success | Justia CLE & Webinars

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Depositions are a crucial part of the discovery process, and mastering them can significantly impact the success of your case. Join us as speaker Mihai Vrasmasu shows you how you can equip yourself with the tools and strategies needed for effective depositions. From understanding the strategic purpose of depositions and deciding who to depose, to preparing meticulously and handling post-deposition tasks, this webinar will provide practical insights to boost your confidence and skills, whether in

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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.