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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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

JULY 3, 2023

While many law firm leaders recognize its potential, some are unsure of how it fits into legal work or worry about risks. Justis pointed to examples of firms exploring AI and said letting lawyers experiment with the tools could help identify use cases. The legal field operates under strict rules and ethical standards.

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Dennis Kennedy

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Ethical Implications of Generative AI for the Michigan Lawyer: Navigating the Digital Landscape Frequently Asked Questions (December 2023 Version) Dennis Kennedy* Executive Summary How might the evolution of generative AI impact the legal profession in the next 5-10 years? Are there ethical concerns about using AI in legal practice?

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Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Also: There are two contracts that needed to be reviewed last week that I still haven’t looked at, one client who needs revisions to his estate planning documents so he can sign on Friday before he travels out of the country, and another client who is very ill and needs legal advice regarding her will.

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LawSites

MAY 31, 2022

It’s interesting because we’ve been around longer than paralegals, longer than legal secretaries. SCREECHFIELD: I tell people that we’re a cross between a paralegal and a librarian. We don’t provide legal advice, even if we’re lawyers. Of what the lawyers want?

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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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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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MatterSuite

JANUARY 28, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a successful lawyer? The legal profession is a demanding and rewarding field that requires a unique set of skills and qualities. Lawyers must be versatile professionals, skilled in persuasion and legal intricacies, to meet client needs and deliver justice.

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MatterSuite

JANUARY 28, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a successful lawyer? The legal profession is a demanding and rewarding field that requires a unique set of skills and qualities. Lawyers must be versatile professionals, skilled in persuasion and legal intricacies, to meet client needs and deliver justice.

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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. It is a more complex organization with multiple lawyers of job roles. These are lawyers or attorneys who have the potential to become the partners of the firm someday. Tackle complex and challenging legal cases and issues.

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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

What Does a Marketing Paralegal Do? Paralegals who are proficient at client communication and experienced in working with the law typically have a firm grasp of what clients look for when seeking legal advice and can use that knowledge to help guide marketing efforts. Why is Legal Marketing Important?

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Legal Tech Monitor

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Ethical Implications of Generative AI for the Michigan Lawyer: Navigating the Digital Landscape Frequently Asked Questions (December 2023 Version) Dennis Kennedy* Executive Summary How might the evolution of generative AI impact the legal profession in the next 5-10 years? Are there ethical concerns about using AI in legal practice?

Lawyer 52

Lawyer Due diligence Client Intake Mediator 52

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

MAY 23, 2023

Laura shares her journey from being a high-profile lawyer to becoming an executive coach. Laura emphasizes the importance of listening, not just to clients’ legal problems, but to their broader professional and personal concerns. Laura highlights the common mistake of making assumptions in the legal industry.

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The Law Product Makers blog

OCTOBER 4, 2021

To be clear, by “disrupted”, I mean the offering of a comprehensive estate planning service, that includes estate planning documents, at a price that is substantially less than the fees charged by estate planning lawyers. LegalZoom and RocketLawyer also now offer the option for lawyer-provided legal advice.

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MatterSuite

AUGUST 12, 2024

A recent survey of employers indicates that integrity, effective communication, and the capacity to advise strategically are some of the most desirable characteristics of in-house lawyers. During the interview process, it is crucial to focus on the questions that would help understand the candidates legal knowledge and critical thinking.

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MatterSuite

AUGUST 12, 2024

A recent survey of employers indicates that integrity, effective communication, and the capacity to advise strategically are some of the most desirable characteristics of in-house lawyers. During the interview process, it is crucial to focus on the questions that would help understand the candidate’s legal knowledge and critical thinking.

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Legal Tech Monitor

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Her diverse contributions as a lawyer, professor, and researcher have brought innovations to the realms of legal education, legal services, and civil justice research, including a new body of scholarship that analyzes state civil courts.

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The North Carolina Journey of Law and Technology

APRIL 17, 2023

The rapid innovation that has recently occurred in the use and availability of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) sparks many interesting questions, namely, what effects will AI have on lawyers and the profession in general? The technology at hand can both assist lawyers with their work and potentially replace some aspects of their jobs.

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The use of legal technology and optimized workflows also enhances the functionality of these teams and their capacity to respond to matters effectively. 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

The use of legal technology and optimized workflows also enhances the functionality of these teams and their capacity to respond to matters effectively. 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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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 6, 2023

As part of IAALS’ Allied Legal Professionals project—which is generously supported by the Sturm Family Foundation—this report includes multiple research-informed recommendations to help standardize a new tier of legal professionals across states, with the goal of increasing the options for accessible and affordable legal help for the public. “To

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Clio

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

A legal consultant is a skilled legal professional who offers advice and strategic guidance on a wide range of legal matters. Foreign affairs : For advice related to international relations, such as negotiating treaties, dispute resolution, and advising on human rights issues.

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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) Both innovations were made possible without UPL reform.

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LawSites

JANUARY 23, 2023

With one click, lawyers can securely send files to a shared exhibit portal where all participants are updated instantly. This helps avoid mistakes and delays in the deposition and by speeding up the process, effectively gives lawyers more time on the record to ask questions. Case Chronology is trial tested.

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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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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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Legal Tech Monitor

JULY 3, 2023

While many law firm leaders recognize its potential, some are unsure of how it fits into legal work or worry about risks. Justis pointed to examples of firms exploring AI and said letting lawyers experiment with the tools could help identify use cases. The legal field operates under strict rules and ethical standards.

Law 52

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Legal Tech Monitor

MAY 23, 2023

Laura shares her journey from being a high-profile lawyer to becoming an executive coach. Laura emphasizes the importance of listening, not just to clients’ legal problems, but to their broader professional and personal concerns. Laura highlights the common mistake of making assumptions in the legal industry.

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LawSites

JANUARY 25, 2024

A new ethics opinion from The Florida Bar says that lawyers may ethically use generative AI technologies, provided they are careful to adhere to their ethical obligations. The opinion also urges lawyers to continue to develop competency in the use of new technologies such as AI and the risks and benefits inherent in those technologies.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

MAY 12, 2023

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. With the mission to make legal professionals’ lives much easier. Nathan and Bridget’s collaboration epitomizes the intersection of law and technology.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JANUARY 25, 2024

A new ethics opinion from The Florida Bar says that lawyers may ethically use generative AI technologies, provided they are careful to adhere to their ethical obligations. The opinion also urges lawyers to continue to develop competency in the use of new technologies such as AI and the risks and benefits inherent in those technologies.

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Law Technology Today

MARCH 3, 2023

I asked ChatGPT if lawyers were required to be competent with their technology and it replied (initially) that lawyers had no duty of technical competence under U.S. Several days later, it seemed to have learned about legal ethics and I got a different (and correct) answer citing legal ethics rules.

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Legal Tech Monitor

MAY 12, 2023

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. With the mission to make legal professionals’ lives much easier. Nathan and Bridget’s collaboration epitomizes the intersection of law and technology.

Lawyer 52

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TechLaw Crossroads

MARCH 24, 2023

Of course, it’s been claimed for years that this technology or that technology will change legal. That AI tools and automation will eliminate or reduce the amount of work needed to be done or being done by lawyers. I’m a big fan of technology, but we can’t ignore the consequences both as practicing lawyers and journalists.

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Clio

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Lawyer employment is expected to grow an impressive 8% in the next decade—which is faster than the average rate for all occupations. Whether you’re an aspiring lawyer or looking to change legal practice areas , it’s helpful to know about the career paths you can take. Learn more about becoming a corporate lawyer.

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