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Do You Need End-to-End Legal Project Management?

Legal Tech Monitor

General counsels (GCs) and corporate legal departments fundamentally serve as problem-solvers for an organization’s legal issues. This mindset often leads to a heavy focus on the outcome of a legal [.] The post Do You Need End-to-End Legal Project Management? appeared first on Exigent.

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Artificial Intelligence Already Being Used In Transactional Drafting: An Interview With The CEO Of Spellbook

Above the Law - Technology

Spellbook recently announced $10.9 million in new funding from several major venture capital firms. The post Artificial Intelligence Already Being Used In Transactional Drafting: An Interview With The CEO Of Spellbook appeared first on Above the Law.

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AI Doesn’t Replace the Legal Blogger, AI is a Tool for the Legal Blogger

Kevin O'Keefe

Following my post yesterday about how AI will make for more effective legal blogging, I received a response over on LinkedIn that the use of AI in legal blogging would result in blogs without any substantive content. A good discussion ensued with my taking the position that the use of an AI-powered publishing assistant in blogging would result in more substantive legal blog content.

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Curt Meltzer on Why Legal Tech Companies Should Give Back: The Business Case for Pro Bono, A2J, and Community Outreach (TGIR Ep. 207)

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

This week on The Geek in Review, Marlene Gebauer and Greg Lambert talk with ⁠ Curt Meltzer ⁠ , principal of ⁠ Meltzer Consulting, LLC ⁠. Meltzer has over 40 years of experience in the legal and legal tech industry. He discusses his interest in pro bono and community outreach programs in law firms and legal tech companies. He notes that while 95% of AmLaw 200 law firms highlight pro bono work on their websites, many legal tech companies do not prioritize these efforts.

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Visibility Into the Strategy & Supporting Documents of Major US Law Firms

Law Firm Intelligence by Trellis aggregates state trial court data across the Trellis platform enabling users to: look up a particular metric related to a specific law firm (such as, how many cases a law firm had or has against another law firm), and see the actual dockets and documents supporting the metric. Trellis data is maximized in a revolutionary and unique way to provide users an exclusive look into a law firm litigating in state trial courts.

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Trump Trials Civil Case – Part 2

Trellis.Law Blog

On September 21, 2022, Letitia James, the Attorney General of the State of New York, filed a complaint against former President Donald Trump in the New York County Supreme Court. The complaint alleges that Donald Trump submitted false statements to… Continue reading → The post Trump Trials Civil Case – Part 2 first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Lawyer Figures Out ChatGPT Made Up Fake Cases In His Brief On Day Of Hearing

Above the Law - Technology

Would've been nice to catch this a little earlier. The post Lawyer Figures Out ChatGPT Made Up Fake Cases In His Brief On Day Of Hearing appeared first on Above the Law.

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Would You Join a Webinar on How I’m Currently Using ChatGPT?

Dennis Kennedy

Would you help me out with a LinkedIn poll I’m currently running? I’ve been told by several people (yes, more than one) that I should share what I’ve been doing with ChatGPT for personal productivity, planning, and innovation, and give some practical tips on those approaches. I’ve been doing a ton of experiments and have found some great uses. These people have noted the potential benefits of my insights on my own practical use of this AI tool to boost personal productivity, streamline planning

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Connecticut Legislature Passes Amendments to the Connecticut Data Privacy Act

Inside Privacy

The Connecticut legislature passed Connecticut SB 3 on June 2, 2023. If enacted by the governor, the bill would amend the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (“CTDPA”) to include a number of provisions related to health and minors’ data. Additional detail on the CTDPA can be found in our previous blog post here. The health-related provisions would take effect on July 1, 2023.

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Passwords May Be Extinct Sooner Than You Think

Above the Law - Technology

Thanks to passkeys, the days of passwords will soon be numbered. The post Passwords May Be Extinct Sooner Than You Think appeared first on Above the Law.

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To Avoid Sanctions, the Dumb Lawyers Now Say They Were Tricked By ChatGPT to Use Fictitious Research

Kevin O'Keefe

It was crazy enough to hear that lawyers were dumb enough to cite cases pulled from ChatGPT without ever reading them. Things only get wilder in the lawyers’ defense of sanctions. They blamed ChatGPT for tricking them into including fictitious legal research in a brief supporting a personal injury claim against Avianca Airlines. Tricked. Really? Not only did the cases not exist, but airlines referenced in the cases cited didn’t even exist.

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Stay On Top of Newly Filed State & Federal Litigation: Curated Just for You!

With Daily Filings Report by Trellis you will receive an email and csv file daily with all new cases filed in the jurisdictions you're tracking. Each new case will include all case metadata like judge, parties, counsel, practice area, and even direct links to the full docket and complaint. Trellis Daily Filings Reports provide direct access to newly filed state and federal litigation curated just for you.

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Digital Marketing for Personal Injury Law Firms

Attorney at Work

Explore digital marketing for personal injury law firms with social media, SEO strategies, and local advertising to boost success. The post Digital Marketing for Personal Injury Law Firms appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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It’s a Family Affair: Juggling a Legal Practice and Raising a Family

Martindale-Avvo

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we at Martindale-Avvo are particularly interested in how attorneys approach unique challenges and opportunities that arise from balancing family responsibilities with the demands of running a business. We caught up with two attorneys who are both fathers and work alongside their families – Alex Johnson of Johnson & Johnson Law Firm (Yakima, WA) and Clay Culotta of Culotta & Culotta (New Albany, IN ) – and asked, how do you do it?

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Biglaw Firm Sent FAKE Salary Increase Memo… To Teach Attorneys A Lesson!

Above the Law - Technology

And the lesson appears to be, 'why would you believe we'd ever pay you?' The post Biglaw Firm Sent FAKE Salary Increase Memo… To Teach Attorneys A Lesson! appeared first on Above the Law.

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Empathetic Communication: How ChatGPT is Transforming Doctor-Patient Relationships and Its Potential for Legal Blogging

Kevin O'Keefe

Really interesting article by Gina Kolata in The New York Times this morning about some physicians finding that ChatGPT improves their ability to communicate empathetically with patients. I could relate as lawyers have a hard time blogging in an engaging way, in which case they don’t connect with people. Doctors are using chatbots to find words to break bad news and express concerns about a patient’s suffering.

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Tips for Prioritizing Lawyer Well-Being: It’s Good for Clients Too

Attorney at Work

Jamie Spannhake | Taking care of yourself is not a luxury. It's a necessity for long-term success. The post Tips for Prioritizing Lawyer Well-Being: It’s Good for Clients Too appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Three Ediscovery Takeaways from Google Antitrust Litigation

Hanzo Blog

In the well-publicized case In re Google Play Store Antitrust Litigation (N.D. Cal. March 28, 2023) California District Judge James Donato ruled for sanctions against Google for Google Chat spoliation. There are plenty of ediscovery lessons to take away from this case, particularly given that Google is, in the judge’s words, “a frequent and sophisticated litigation party.

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Unlocking The Power Of Partnership: How GCs And Legal Ops Can Improve Outcomes [Sponsored]

Above the Law - Technology

Register today and gain valuable insights to strengthen the partnership between GCs and legal operations teams. By unlocking the power of collaboration, you will pave the way for enhanced efficiency, improved outcomes, and greater organizational success. The post Unlocking The Power Of Partnership: How GCs And Legal Ops Can Improve Outcomes appeared first on Above the Law.

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Will AI Be Writing a Lawyer’s Blog Posts?

Kevin O'Keefe

Will AI be writing a lawyer’s blog posts? It’s a question I’ve been thinking about a lot over the last six months. I’ve always looked at blogging as a way for lawyers to connect with people through real and authentic writing. AI written posts would take that away. I see AI as a way for a lawyer to amplify their passion, expertise and commentary. AI serves as a blogging assistant.

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How Government Agencies Legal Teams Can Achieve More with Technology

MatterSuite

In a world where justice and the protection of citizens’ rights take center stage, every decision, case. And action holds the power to profoundly impact lives and society as a whole. But here’s the question: How can technology empower these teams to make a genuine difference, far beyond simply keeping up with the times? Join us as we embark on a journey where the convergence of law and technology unveils a transformative potential.

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Lawyer Burnout: Recognizing, Recovering, Reviving

CaseFox

Did you really think that being a legal professional is all fun and games? Lawyers have to work for long hours under high pressure. The intense workload and constant dealing with clients can take a toll on lawyers’ physical and mental wellbeing. Lawyer burnout or attorney burnout may result in chronic exhaustion, stress and reduce the efficiency of professionals.

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LawToolBox-NetDocuments Integration Unifies Lawyers’ Calendars Across Outlook, Teams and NetDocuments

Above the Law - Technology

Time and advice, Abraham Lincoln famously said, are a lawyer’s stock in trade. If so, then the two most important tools in a law practice may just be the calendar and the document management system. Through the calendar, the lawyer manages time, and through documents the lawyer dispenses and memorializes advice. Given this, the recently announced integration of rules-based legal calendaring software LawToolBox with document management system NetDocuments seems as natural a pairing as hot fudge a

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Judicial Treatment of ChatGPT: Throwing the Baby Out With the Bath?

TechLaw Crossroads

Steve Schwartz, the lawyer in New York who improperly used ChatGPT recently, was all the news last week. For those who don’t know, Schwartz says he used ChatGPt to prepare a Brief filed with a court. The Brief included some case citations that ChatGPT supplied. The problem was the cases didn’t exit. They were hallucinations. Photo by ilgmyzin on Unsplash While many were quick to blame the tech, the real problem was not the tech.

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Level up Your Legal Knowledge: Top Legal Podcasts for In-House Professionals

MatterSuite

In today’s fast-paced legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for in-house professionals. As legal complexities continue to evolve, it becomes crucial to seek out valuable resources that provide insights and expert opinions. One such resource that has gained immense popularity is legal podcasts. These audio shows are convenient.

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Data Encryption Essentials: A Must-Know for Law Firm Professionals

CaseFox

Is your firm struggling to protect the sensitive information of clients? Is your firm becoming the target of cyber threats? If the answer is yes, then your firm needs robust data security. Today we are living in the digital era, and data is a lifeblood of this era. All different types of organizations store data, including law firms. Law firms handle confidential and sensitive client data.

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AI Update: Keeping An Eye On Artificial Intelligence

Above the Law - Technology

A judge orders disclosure, a radio host sues for defamation, and experts consider the future of dealmaking, in this roundup of recent AI news. The post AI Update: Keeping An Eye On Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Secret of Increased Production for Your Law Practice? Accountability

Attorney at Work

Brooke Lively | When you have accountability, your practice can achieve remarkable growth. The post The Secret of Increased Production for Your Law Practice? Accountability appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Level up Your Legal Knowledge: Top Legal Podcasts for In-House Professionals

MatterSuite

In today’s fast-paced legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for in-house professionals. As legal complexities continue to evolve, it becomes crucial to seek out valuable resources that provide insights and expert opinions. One such resource that has gained immense popularity is legal podcasts. These audio shows are convenient.

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Exclusive: Addleshaw Goddard undertakes five gen AI trials with cross-firm engagement 

Legal IT Insiders

Addleshaw Goddard is conducting trials or proof of concepts with five generative AI vendors in the drafting, review, legal review and productivity space, led by a working group that has … Exclusive: Addleshaw Goddard undertakes five gen AI trials with cross-firm engagement Read More » The post Exclusive: Addleshaw Goddard undertakes five gen AI trials with cross-firm engagement appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Watch Ontra’s Webinar: Artificial Intelligence And The Private Funds Industry  [Sponsored]

Above the Law - Technology

Hear from a panel of experts on the impact of AI on private equity and learn about Ontra’s AI solution for the private markets, Synapse. The post Watch Ontra’s Webinar: Artificial Intelligence And The Private Funds Industry appeared first on Above the Law.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, June 11, 2023

LLRX

Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few. On a weekly basis Pete Weiss highlights articles and information that focus on the increasingly complex and wide ranging ways technology is used to compromise and diminish our privacy and online security, often without our situational awareness.

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Justia Legal Guides: Administrative Law Resources

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Nearly 40 summers ago, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its most famous decision involving the powers of government agencies. Issued on June 25, 1984, the ruling in Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. NRDC remains a cornerstone of administrative law. Justice John Paul Stevens wrote for the Court in devising a doctrine that has become known as Chevron deference.

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TECHREPORT 2022 Cloud Computing

Law Technology Today

In this short video summary of the 2022 TechReport on cloud computing, Dennis Kennedy shares the highlights of the results from the 2022 results from the ABA’s annual technology survey. Highlights include: Cybersecurity has passed the crisis point in lawyers’ use of cloud services in our world of cybersecurity risks, ransomware, cyberwarfare, and more.

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What Dating Tech Can Teach Us About Contract Lifecycle Management

Above the Law - Technology

When should you swipe right on a new CLM? The post What Dating Tech Can Teach Us About Contract Lifecycle Management appeared first on Above the Law.

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Of Course Section 230 Applies to Amazon Reviews–McCall v. Zotos

Eric Goldman

This case involves a customer’s Amazon review asserting that a merchant sold fake goods. The merchant sued Amazon (pro se) for defamation based on the review. The 11th Circuit easily dismisses the claim per Section 230. ICS Provider. “Amazon’s website allows customers to view, purchase, and post reviews online, and therefore provides computer access by multiple users similar to an online message board or a website exchange system.” [Jargon note: I have no idea what a R

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Commingling of Funds: What Lawyers Need to Know

Clio

It may appear to be a technical area, but the commingling of funds is a peril of legal practice that firms must learn to avoid. Below, we explore some of the basics of commingling of funds — what legal practitioners need to understand, the types of activities that are considered commingling and their consequences, and how to avoid inadvertent commingling.

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