Attorney at Work
APRIL 11, 2025
Danielle DavisRoe | Lets unpack a few of the biggest myths I hear and talk about where AI really fits into your law practice. The post Legal AI Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction in Your Law Firm appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Centerbase
APRIL 8, 2025
For legal professionals, understanding trust accounting is important to build client trust. This area of law firm accounting is a fundamental component of the legal industry because it involves the management of client funds that a law firm holds in trust for its clients and requires strict adherence to ethical and legal obligations. Trust accounting is not just a procedural necessity; it helps maintain the integrity of the attorney-client relationship.
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Brett Trout
APRIL 10, 2025
Brett Trout When people hear the word patent, they often assume its a uniform stamp of protectionsomething rigid, standardized, and identical no matter who files it. But heres the truth that savvy inventors and business owners come to learn: not all patents are created equal. In fact,no two patent attorneys would draft the same patent for the same invention.
Eric Goldman
APRIL 9, 2025
This is a VPPA claim against Plex (a video streaming service) regarding the use of Meta Pixels. The defendant invoked the arbitration clause in its TOS. Extensively citing Chabolla , the court rejects the arbitration request. Here is Plex’s sign-up screen: Instead of creating a native Plex account, the user in question clicked on the “Continue with Facebook” link, which put the user into the “Facebook Userflow” that included this screen: The court classifies these s
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.
Berkley Technology Law Journal
APRIL 8, 2025
By Gaurav Lalsinghani, J.D. Candidate, 2025 In February 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) broke new ground by bringing its first-ever standalone Section 5 unfairness claims for unreasonable data retention and misleading breach notifications. The agencys enforcement action against Blackbauda cloud software provider serving nonprofits, healthcare organizations, and educational institutionsmarked a significant expansion of the Commissions approach to data security enforcement.
Percipient
APRIL 10, 2025
Legal work comes with a lot of moving partscontracts, approvals, compliance checks, and more emails than you can count. If your team is constantly chasing documents or dealing with slow processes, its time to make things easier. Workflow automation software helps cut out the busywork so you can focus on what actually matters. Legal professionals dont have time to waste on manual tasks that could run themselves.
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Clio
APRIL 11, 2025
Every legal professional knows that drafting contracts can be time-consuming, but automation and AI-powered technology are changing that. Document automation and AI contract drafting reduces repetitive tasks, helping lawyers generate standard agreements faster while freeing up time for higher-value legal work. Many contracts follow standardized or boilerplate formats, making them an inescapable part of daily life at any law firmand ripe for automation.
Lineal Services
APRIL 11, 2025
Digital Forensics in the Cloud: Best Practices for U.S.-Based Investigations The cloud has transformed digital forensicsoffering flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency, but also introducing new complexities around data jurisdiction, access, and preservation. For U.S. investigations and cross-border internal inquiries alike, cloud forensics isnt a future considerationits a current imperative.
lennyesq
APRIL 6, 2025
Know how much the law doesand doesntprotect your privacy rights. MATTHEW PETTI Border phone searches are in the news a lot lately. Last month, a French scientist was allegedly blocked from coming to a conference in Houston after U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) found statements against President Donald Trump on his phone. A few days later, Brown University doctor Rasha Alawieh was turned away at the airport after CBP allegedly found pro-Hezbollah images on her phone.
Brett Trout
APRIL 11, 2025
Brett Trout Most people are aware of typical online scams, using intentionally misspelled words to weed out the savviest individuals and instead draw in the most defenseless targets. Very few, however, are aware of more recent scams targeting some of the most trusted people on the planet. In a coordinated effort led by the National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC), FBI, and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), U.S. authorities have issued a stark warning to curre
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Lawyerist
APRIL 11, 2025
Small to mid-sized firms often struggle with outdated, inefficient, and ineffective systems that fail to meet their needs. Many firms find their current law practice management software (LPMS) lacking in depth of functionality, particularly in case management and financial reporting. These pains can lead to frustration, lower productivity, and potentially, dissatisfied clients.
Lineal Services
APRIL 10, 2025
DSARs: An Obligation, Not a Burden Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) have become integral to contemporary privacy compliance, enabling individuals to exercise control over their personal data. However, the complexity and volume of these requests present substantial operational challenges for compliance teams. Under regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, and LGPD, organizations must identify, review, redact, and deliver sensitive information promptly and accurately.
lennyesq
APRIL 6, 2025
BY IAN SWANSON A federal judge in a scathing decision on Sunday said the Trump administration had no legal grounds to arrest, detain and deport a Salvadoran national from the United States to a prison in his home country, saying the decision was wholly lawless. U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis in a 22-page decision ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Secretary Kristi Noem to return Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia to the United States.
Clio
APRIL 11, 2025
Immigration policy has changed quickly under Americas new government administration, and the demand for immigration lawyers is rising. As an immigration lawyer, you play an essential role helping clients navigate these murky watersand your website is key to helping you reach the people who need your expertise most. An effective immigration lawyer website design starts with potential clients in mind.
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?
Lawyerist
APRIL 11, 2025
When the Old Way No Longer Works, You Build a New One The legal world loves traditionbut what if tradition is holding you back? That was the question weighing on attorney Dan Sapienza. For years, Dan built his career in a respected, well-established law firmone that had served its clients well. But as the legal industry evolved, he felt a growing pull toward something different.
Lineal Services
APRIL 11, 2025
Rethinking Investigations in Asia Pacific Across the Asia Pacific region, legal and compliance teams are under increasing pressure. Regulatory scrutiny is intensifying. Internal investigations are growing more complex. And with diverse data privacy lawsfrom Singapores PDPA to Chinas PIPLteams must respond quickly while remaining compliant across jurisdictions.
Eric Goldman
APRIL 11, 2025
The parties’ names make this case sound more like a Hollywood blockbuster movie than a SAD Scheme-like case. This suit isn’t a classic SAD Scheme case because the plaintiffs went after the marketplace, not the merchants. This case involves the Pandabuy service , an online shopping platform that allows consumers to purchase goods from third-party Chinese e-commerce platforms based in China which do not ship directly to the United States.
lennyesq
APRIL 11, 2025
By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com As she continues to fight for her release from detention, Tufts University doctoral student Rmeysa zturk detailed her confinement at an immigration facility in Louisiana, saying she has had four asthma attacks since her arrest, in a new court filing. zturk, a 30-year-old Turkish national, has been in federal custody since late March when federal agents in plainclothes arrested her on the street in Somerville.
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!
LawSites
APRIL 10, 2025
Universal Migrator has announced that its data migration platform now integrates with SimpleLaw, a practice management solution for small- and mid-sized law firms. The new connector enables seamless migration of firm data into SimpleLaw’s platform, dramatically reducing the time required for law firms to make the transition.
Lineal Services
APRIL 11, 2025
For global organizations and international law firms, conducting internal investigations that involve U.S. data introduces a unique challenge: a fragmented regulatory landscape with no single, national privacy standard. Instead, U.S. privacy compliance depends on navigating a maze of federal statutes, state-level laws, and industry-specific regulations.
Eric Goldman
APRIL 7, 2025
This case involves the Maple Leaf Rag song, composed by Scott Joplin. Even if you aren’t a ragtime aficionado, you may have heard this tune. Joplin’s song is in the public domain now. The plaintiff Robinson made a recording of it ( here is one such version ) that is copyrighted. The defendant Binello made a popular Roblox game called MeepCity allegedly visited 1B times: The game included a feature that allowed users to gather and talk with each other in a pizzeria, which included a p
lennyesq
APRIL 6, 2025
After the administration revoked 300 students visas, the courts will have to decide if the Constitution protects the free speech of noncitizens. By JAMILES LARTEY In a significant escalation of its crackdown on campus activism, the Trump administration claims to have revoked more than 300 student visas , primarily targeting international students involved in pro-Palestinian protests.
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
Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog
APRIL 10, 2025
The early years of a legal career can feel like a whirlwind. Balancing demanding workloads, navigating firm culture, and building confidence as a new attorney can be overwhelming. But success in law isnt just about skill its about resilience. Whether youre a recent law school graduate or in your first few years of practice, this webinar will provide you with valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of the legal profession with confidence.
Lineal Services
APRIL 11, 2025
Despite years of talk about going digital, many legal departments and law firms remain stuck in outdated workflows, spiraling costs, and opaque eDiscovery spend. Transformation isnt about adding more toolsits about rethinking the role of data in legal operations. Its time to move from lip service to leadership. Digital Transformation, Defined by Impact Digital transformation has become a corporate clich.
Eric Goldman
APRIL 10, 2025
In 2020, Facebook and Instagram terminated various Armslist-related accounts, and Facebook prevented users from sending the URL armslist.com in private messages. Armslist claims these actions were in response to government jawboning targeting Armslist. Armslist sued Facebook and Instagram, alleging that the account terminations violated the Pennsylvanias Constitutional protections for free speech.
lennyesq
APRIL 11, 2025
BY TARA COPP WASHINGTON (AP) The commander of a U.S. Space Force base in Greenland has been fired after she sent a base-wide email breaking with official messaging following Vice President JD Vances visit to the Danish territory that President Donald Trump is seeking to annex. In a post on X late Thursday, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell linked to the Military.com story and said that actions to undermine the chain of command or to subvert President Trumps agenda will not be tolerated at the Dep
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.
Legally Speaking
APRIL 6, 2025
How do you break into Big Law while building a brand that empowers others? This week, Im joined by Steph Lartey, Associate at White & Case, Founder of Success with Steph and Co-Founder of Doceo.
Lineal Services
APRIL 10, 2025
Faster Insight. Stronger Governance. Smarter Execution. Across the Asia-Pacific region, internal investigations are becoming more frequent, more urgent, and more complex. Regulatory scrutiny is intensifyingfrom Australias Privacy Act to Chinas PIPLand whistleblower reports, internal misconduct, and compliance breaches are forcing organizations to act swiftly and defensibly.
Bigfork Tech
APRIL 7, 2025
Introducing ALOEs New Microsoft Word Plug-in: Draft Documents with Ease At Bigfork Tech, were always looking for ways to enhance efficiency and reliability in contract lifecycle management. Thats why were excited to introduce the latest addition to ALOEs suite of tools: our brand-new Microsoft Word plug-in! This integration allows users to seamlessly draft, edit, and manage contracts directly within Microsoft Word.
lennyesq
APRIL 11, 2025
BY REBECCA BEITSCH President Trump announced a series of agreements with five major law firms Friday, signing deals for some $600 million in pro bono work as the Trump administration continues its pressure campaign on the legal profession. Kirkland & Ellis, Allen Overy Shearman Sterling, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and Latham & Watkins all agreed to perform $125 million each in pro bono legal work the highest figure seen yet in any of the agreements brokered by Trump with various le
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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