Legal Tech Monitor

MARCH 29, 2023

Overview of Regulation Since 2007, the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) has regulated paralegals alongside lawyers. Pursuant to LSO regulation, paralegals can provide specified legal services independent of lawyers.(1) 1) Lawyers, by contrast, are licensed to practice law, pursuant to a general license.

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LawSites

MAY 31, 2022

It may be one of the least heralded yet most critical jobs in many law firms – that of the docketing professional – and it is one that calls for a unique combination of technical, data-management, organizational and communication skills. SCREECHFIELD: I tell people that we’re a cross between a paralegal and a librarian.

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Dewey B Strategic

MARCH 20, 2023

The survey which was conducted in March 2023 is based on responses from +4,100 US lawyers, law students and consumers. We’ve been delivering leading legal AI and analytics tools for some time, providing lawyers with data driven insights that make it easier for them to do their jobs,” said Mike Walsh, CEO of LexisNexis Legal &Professional.

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Legal Tech Monitor

MARCH 20, 2023

The survey which was conducted in March 2023 is based on responses from +4,100 US lawyers, law students and consumers. We’ve been delivering leading legal AI and analytics tools for some time, providing lawyers with data driven insights that make it easier for them to do their jobs,” said Mike Walsh, CEO of LexisNexis Legal &Professional.

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CaseFox

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Law firms are not just the collection of various legal professionals under one roof. Law firms are intricate and have a well-designed hierarchy. If you are planning to work in any law firm, it is important to have a proper understanding of hierarchy. Typically, most of the law firm hierarchy is the same.

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Lawmatics

JANUARY 23, 2024

Legal software utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) helps law firms automate routine tasks like billing and document management, allowing lawyers and staff to focus on strategic tasks (or other areas that require their skills and expertise) and less on repetitive administrative tasks. How is AI Being Used in the Legal Field?

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Legal Tech Monitor

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

On January 4, 2024, the North Carolina Justice for All Project (JFAP) filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the state of North Carolina claiming unlawful infringement upon their fundamental right of free speech to provide simple legal advice to North Carolinians.

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Lawmatics

MAY 2, 2023

Legal marketing encompasses all the tasks related to driving new business to a law firm, including traditional marketing, digital advertising, relationship building with clients, potential clients, and industry peers, and other methods to grow a law firm’s brand. What is a Legal Marketer? Why is Legal Marketing Important?

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MatterSuite

AUGUST 12, 2024

This position entails the supervision of the legal affairs of the company, adherence to the law, and the prevention of legal problems. Associate Counsel The role of Associate Counsel is normally to work under the General Counsel and deal with certain legal matters in the company.

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MatterSuite

AUGUST 12, 2024

This position entails the supervision of the legal affairs of the company, adherence to the law, and the prevention of legal problems. Associate Counsel The role of Associate Counsel is normally to work under the General Counsel and deal with certain legal matters in the company.

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The Law Product Makers blog

OCTOBER 4, 2021

New entrants such as LegalZoom , RocketLawyer , TrustandWill, Nolo.com , and Willing , have long threatened those solos and small law firms with an estate planning practice. LegalZoom and RocketLawyer also now offer the option for lawyer-provided legal advice. Mirror documents for married couples cost the same.

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Legal Tech Monitor

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Let’s recognize those who are actively shaping a more effective and inclusive legal system. In 2021, IAALS awarded its inaugural recognition to Anna Carpenter, who serves as a professor of law at the S.J. Quinney College of Law as well as senior director for presidential initiatives within the University of Utah President’s Office.

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The North Carolina Journey of Law and Technology

APRIL 17, 2023

This raises the question, if AI won’t replace attorneys, what effects will it have on the practice of law? For starters, AI can significantly increase efficiency in the legal industry. Consequently, these advancements may streamline workflows, reduce human error, and potentially result in cost savings for law firms.

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

General Counsel (GC) The General Counsel (GC) acts as the head legal advisor of the organization while providing leadership and supervision of all legal activities in the organization. This critical position influences the legal affairs of the business and guarantees that it follows the laws and regulations of the country.

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

General Counsel (GC) The General Counsel (GC) acts as the head legal advisor of the organization while providing leadership and supervision of all legal activities in the organization. This critical position influences the legal affairs of the business and guarantees that it follows the laws and regulations of the country.

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Dennis Kennedy

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Key concerns include ensuring the quality of work isn’t compromised, client data remains confidential, and that non-lawyers don’t unintentionally practice law or make critical legal decisions without proper oversight. Can AI tools replace paralegals or junior associates? Potentially.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

MAY 23, 2023

Bush at the White House, a senior level appointee at the US Department of Justice, an Equity partner at two large global law firms, and in-house counsel at a major global consulting and business advisory firm. Bush at the White House, senior level appointee at the US Department of Justice, Equity partner at two large global law firms.

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Legal Tech Monitor

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

IAALS, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, has conceptualized regulatory models as consisting of four pathways to change: regulatory sandboxes, alternative business structures, allied legal professionals, and community-based justice worker models.(1) 33) Services by CAPP began in June 2021.(34)

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Legal Tech Monitor

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

First, these professionals from ALP programs have taken required and rigorous courses, passed examinations, and fulfilled around 1,500 hours of legal training all within the areas of law they intend to practice in. While court navigators cannot give legal advice, they do help in a variety of other ways.

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Clio

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Do you have a love for the law, but no deep desire to practice or appear in court? You may want to consider a career as a legal consultant. Whether you’re exploring potential legal career paths for the future or you’re a practicing attorney considering a pivot, becoming a legal consultant could be right for you.

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Legal Tech Monitor

MARCH 22, 2023

Rogers College of Law hosted the inaugural Legal Paraprofessional Summit. Arizona is one of the first four states to implement an allied legal professional (ALP) program, alongside Washington, Utah, and Minnesota, with Oregon set to implement its own program later this year.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JULY 3, 2023

Justis, powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4, was able to have a natural conversation with Greg and provide insightful perspectives on the use of generative AI in the legal industry, specifically in law firms. While many law firm leaders recognize its potential, some are unsure of how it fits into legal work or worry about risks.

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MatterSuite

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Legal conferences unite professionals to share knowledge and discuss legal field advancements. Conferences unite lawyers, judges, paralegals, and legal tech experts, fostering collaboration, learning, and networking among legal practitioners.

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MatterSuite

JANUARY 28, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the top 10 skills needed to not only survive but thrive in the legal world. We’ll kick things off with the first key skill: Research and Analytical Skills, a cornerstone of legal practice. Communication Skills Effective communication is fundamental for success in the legal profession.

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MatterSuite

JANUARY 28, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the top 10 skills needed to not only survive but thrive in the legal world. We’ll kick things off with the first key skill: Research and Analytical Skills, a cornerstone of legal practice. Communication Skills Effective communication is fundamental for success in the legal profession.

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LawSites

JANUARY 23, 2023

We currently use this to offer lead generation services to law firms, but we love the potential for other use cases. CiteRight Elevator Pitch: CiteRight helps litigation teams save, organize, share, cite, and assemble case law — so they can draft faster and spend more time on what matters. We don’t want to change the law.

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Legal Tech Monitor

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Key concerns include ensuring the quality of work isn’t compromised, client data remains confidential, and that non-lawyers don’t unintentionally practice law or make critical legal decisions without proper oversight. Can AI tools replace paralegals or junior associates? Potentially.

Lawyer 52

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Legal Tech Monitor

MAY 23, 2023

Bush at the White House, a senior level appointee at the US Department of Justice, an Equity partner at two large global law firms, and in-house counsel at a major global consulting and business advisory firm. Bush at the White House, senior level appointee at the US Department of Justice, Equity partner at two large global law firms.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

This week we bring in Christian Lang , the CEO and founder of LEGA , a company that provides a secure platform for law firms and legal departments to safely implement and govern the use of large language models (LLMs) like Open AI’s GPT-4, Google’s Bard, and Anthropic’s Claude. And I did a check and didn’t know much about IP law.

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LawSites

JANUARY 25, 2024

” Further, lawyers have a duty to review the work product of generative AI just as they would the work of nonlawyer assistants such as paralegals. ” The opinion warns against using generative AI in ways that could constitute the practice of law. ” What is meant by “objectively verifiable”?

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

MAY 12, 2023

In this riveting episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of AI in the legal industry with our esteemed guests, Nathan Walter and Bridget Albiero. Nathan Walter has been instrumental in creating BriefPoint.ai, a tool designed specifically for lawyers to eliminate the mundane and time-consuming aspects of law practice.

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Clio

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

If you’re thinking about pursuing a career in law, you’ll find an incredibly promising job outlook awaits. Law is also an incredibly diverse field, which means you won’t have any trouble finding a practice area that aligns with your unique interests, goals, and skills.

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Law Technology Today

MARCH 3, 2023

RT: I’ve used it to help me write an upcoming Future Proofing column in Law Practice magazine. Several days later, it seemed to have learned about legal ethics and I got a different (and correct) answer citing legal ethics rules. Andy Perlman, the Dean of Suffolk University Law School, was blown away (his words) by ChatGPT.

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TechLaw Crossroads

MARCH 24, 2023

LegalWeek is the legal tech conference for Biglaw. The products are marketed toward a big law audience). While the lack of snow sounds inconsequential, just as the weather for this LegalWeek was different, we may be on the cusp of fundamental change in the legal industry. And that’s bad news, especially for law firms.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JANUARY 25, 2024

Further, lawyers have a duty to review the work product of generative AI just as they would the work of nonlawyer assistants such as paralegals. The opinion warns against using generative AI in ways that could constitute the practice of law.

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Legal Tech Monitor

MARCH 24, 2023

LegalWeek is the legal tech conference for Biglaw. The products are marketed toward a big law audience). While the lack of snow sounds inconsequential, just as the weather for this LegalWeek was different, we may be on the cusp of fundamental change in the legal industry. And that’s bad news, especially for law firms.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 6, 2023

This week we bring in Christian Lang , the CEO and founder of LEGA , a company that provides a secure platform for law firms and legal departments to safely implement and govern the use of large language models (LLMs) like Open AI’s GPT-4, Google’s Bard, and Anthropic’s Claude. And I did a check and didn’t know much about IP law.

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