MyCase

JULY 26, 2022

Hiring a lawyer over the Internet. Most lawyers were rushing to learn about Zoom and e-filing—belatedly jumping on the cloud bandwagon. However, my business steadily picked up, and questions from clients about the feasibility of a “virtual” lawyer nearly disappeared. What is a Virtual Lawyer or Virtual Law Firm?

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LawTechnologyToday

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Danielle Hall has served as the Executive Director for the Kansas Lawyers Assistance Program since December 2019. In addition to overseeing the daily operations, she administers a variety of programs for lawyers and law students who need assistance due to a substance use-disorder, mental health, or law practice management related issue.

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MyCase

AUGUST 12, 2022

When hearing the term “law firm,” most people think of partners—the attorneys that make up the face of the firm. In this article, we’ll discuss how to build the right team for your law firm, including attorneys, paralegals, office managers, and more. How many staff members should we employ per attorney? .

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MyCase

AUGUST 12, 2022

When hearing the term “law firm,” most people think of partners—the attorneys that make up the face of the firm. In this article, we’ll discuss how to build the right team for your law firm, including attorneys, paralegals, office managers, and more. How many staff members should we employ per attorney? .

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CARET Legal

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

By leveraging legal workflow automation to optimize operations, law offices can unlock a host of benefits that enhance efficiency, accuracy, collaboration, and overall success. The automation of legal workflows has become a game-changer for law offices.

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How To Become A Paralegal

MAY 29, 2018

I work with a lot of lawyers. Yet, I’ve also provided virtual paralegal services and worked in a traditional law office. Megan Zavieh runs Zavieh Law. She’s licensed to practice law in several states, including California and Georgia. This will help you understand the basic needs of both the attorney and clients.

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Rocket Matter

JULY 5, 2023

Contrary to what TV dramas would have you believe, most lawyers in the US do not work at intrigue-filled Big Law firms. In fact, 63% of attorneys work for solo or small firms. A slight majority of that group, 32%, are solo practitioners. How competitive is the market for that type of practice?

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Smokeball is a law practice management software with document assembly capabilities. Smokeball has an unusual name, to be sure; but, it actually comes from a famous legal case , which just about every substantive law-loving attorney can appreciate. (I Clear Outlook: Smokeball Integrates with the Office Suite.

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 18, 2021

This begs the question: Do people really need to be inside an office all day? While firms are announcing their back-to-the-office plans, you may be wondering if it is possible to move your law office to a virtual setting permanently. First, you want to be able to communicate easily with other lawyers and staff.

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Rocket Matter

DECEMBER 21, 2022

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. As we enter the new year, law firms need to be prepared to surmount: . Break-neck digitalization of attorneys’ daily tasks . Free Guide. And more .

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

But over the past two years, attorneys have been put in a position where choosing not to implement new legal tech isn’t really an option anymore. Selecting the Right Type of Law Office Technology . Accordingly, choosing which law office technology to use in your practice is a huge decision. . Case Management.

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Rocket Matter

DECEMBER 5, 2023

If you’re looking to save time and be more productive as a lawyer, look no further than developing stronger time management. It can even be verbal, with some lawyers having an assistant record time spent with a client. It can even be verbal, with some lawyers having an assistant record time spent with a client.

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LawSites

JULY 29, 2021

Yesterday, I reported that law practice management company Clio acquired the automated court-calendaring company CalendarRules. AMBROGI: Jack, given that this is just Clio’s second acquisition, why was court rules calendaring where you wanted to focus? Why did you think that was important to bring into the Clio family?

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Rocket Matter

JULY 11, 2023

Just like all professional expects to be paid correctly and in full for their services, lawyers should be paid for their billable time. But if that’s the case, then why are so many lawyers undercharging their clients and losing billable time? Why do lawyers lose billable time ALL the time?

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Research USA compiled data from 410 completed law office technology questionnaires to answer these questions. For the first time, the majority of attorneys are reporting using a laptop computer as their primary device to conduct work. This trend is most pronounced in firms with 10-49 attorneys.

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 7, 2022

What’s the best law office organization system? If you want to control the chaos in your office, you can’t wait for the perfect system to come along. Organize the CHAOS of Your Office Once and For All. However, before you DO anything, here are a few tips to make law office organization much, much easier.

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MyCase

OCTOBER 26, 2022

According to a recent study from the American Bar Association (ABA), “In 2022, 87% of respondents reported that their workplace allows lawyers to work remotely.”. Does your law firm measure up? . Why is Technology Important for Lawyers? Benefits of law office technology include: A streamlined client intake process.

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MyCase

JUNE 14, 2022

Legal marketing is not something most lawyers like to think about. Still, it’s an essential part of running a successful law firm. After all, you can’t possibly practice law without clients. Law firms must continually update their marketing strategies to stay productive and profitable in today’s competitive landscape.

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MyCase

JUNE 14, 2022

Legal marketing is not something most lawyers like to think about. Still, it’s an essential part of running a successful law firm. After all, you can’t possibly practice law without clients. Law firms must continually update their marketing strategies to stay productive and profitable in today’s competitive landscape.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MAY 31, 2021

This is true for attorneys, as well. And, most lawyers are not particularly curious about the software tools that undergird their businesses. And, if nothing else, lawyers are always hyper-focused on revenue. But, it’s also true that law firms that are the most efficient, make the most money.

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LexBlog

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

There is no dispute over the old business adage ‘Time is Money’ , which is especially so in today’s competitive world, whether a person is an employee, a business owner, or a lawyer who bills a lot of hours. Whose lawyer did more work on the case and therefore, had the best arguments which won the case?

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LexBlog

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

There is no dispute over the old business adage ‘Time is Money’ , which is especially so in today’s competitive world, whether a person is an employee, a business owner, or a lawyer who bills a lot of hours. Whose lawyer did more work on the case and therefore, had the best arguments which won the case?

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LexBlog

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

There is no dispute over the old business adage ‘Time is Money’ , which is especially so in today’s competitive world, whether a person is an employee, a business owner, or a lawyer who bills a lot of hours. Whose lawyer did more work on the case and therefore, had the best arguments which won the case?

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Law Office Technology. Attorneys have many ethical duties as it relates to the practice of law, especially as it relates to technology. As part of a lawyer’s basic technology competency requirement, 68% of respondents reported having to stay abreast of the benefits and risks of technology. Online Research.

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Rocket Matter

JULY 18, 2023

But if you own a solo law firm, the reality is you do have to do it all, and you’re often doing it alone. And for most solo practitioners, that’s the whole point. Lawyers who go out on their own usually do so because they want the buck to stop with them. Keep your deadlines on track with calendaring and tasks.

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LawSites

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Do lawyers return to the office or not? 7 warning that “any proposal that would materially change current consumer protections for clients receiving legal services and fundamentally alter the sacrosanct principles of the attorney-client relationship would be heavily scrutinized by our committees.”. Do courts fully reopen or not?

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MyCase

AUGUST 7, 2023

Legal assistants with the right qualifications might help an attorney with legal research and writing tasks. Because they aren’t required to have any education or background in law, they don’t assist a lawyer with specific legal tasks.

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Rocket Matter

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Billable hours are the time during which attorneys work on tasks related to clients’ cases. And even for firms who don’t bill by the hour, billable hours may still affect how attorneys determine fees for flat rate or subscription pricing.) What counts toward your billable hours? What is a billable hour?

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MyCase

JANUARY 12, 2022

What Is Case Management Software and Why Do Law Firms Need It? Legal case management software helps law firms take care of and run the business side of their law practice. The features most commonly found in case management software for lawyers include: document management, sharing, and collaboration functionality.

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 30, 2023

Register Now To keep your law firm running efficiently, making informed decisions is crucial—whether it’s determining the most effective strategy for a client’s legal matter or identifying areas where your firm can reduce expenses. Besides, what lawyer has time for that?) All within a single, easy-to-use program.

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LawSites

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Do lawyers return to the office or not? 7 warning that “any proposal that would materially change current consumer protections for clients receiving legal services and fundamentally alter the sacrosanct principles of the attorney-client relationship would be heavily scrutinized by our committees.”. Do courts fully reopen or not?

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Rocket Matter

AUGUST 22, 2023

Instead of skipping them altogether, or worse, resorting to a pile of paper receipts and scribbled calendar entries, choose simple tools that allow you to track and bill for your time. The ABA and state bar associations require attorneys to take very specific steps to protect client funds from misappropriation.

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Attorney at Work

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Too many law offices have emotional cultures of fear, anger, passive aggression or intense competitiveness. Calendar those exercise appointments. Lawyers in particular can be perfectionists, and that can lead to depression, substance abuse or worse. Transforming Your Firm’s Emotional Culture. Practice gratitude.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 15, 2022

How to manage a small law firm. How to run a small law firm with the right tech . How is Managing a Small Law Firm Different From a Large Law Firm? And though that may be one way to practice law, there are pros and cons when working for a large firm versus a solo or small firm. . Harvey Specter , anyone?

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Rocket Matter

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

You might find yourself buried under a mountain of spreadsheets, sticky notes, and calendar reminders, trying to recall if John Doe prefers emails or phone calls or if Jane Smith's case is up for review next week. Get free guide How to Master Your Law Firm’s Time and Billing Lawyers have a heavy workload. The solution?

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MyCase

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

It’s no surprise that lawyers have used different types of legal software to help them run their firms for decades. When the necessary law office technology is in place, your firm’s processes are streamlined, and thus overall productivity increases. Legal Software in Use by Practice Area.

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Attorney at Work

AUGUST 27, 2021

So, we asked the experts to share some favorite tech tools and tips to help lawyers communicate and collaborate more effectively mid-pandemic — and beyond. Juda Strawczynski (@JStrawczynski) is Director of practicePRO , Lawyers’ Professional Indemnity Co.’s Here’s advice from Heidi Alexander, Tom Lambotte, Nerino Petro Jr.,

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