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2 lawyers and client die in law office shooting; 1 attorney was alleged gunman

ABA Journal

Updated: A lawyer and his wife were shot and killed during a deposition at the office of the Prince Law Group in Las Vegas on Monday. Police think that the suspect, identified in multiple reports as the opposing lawyer, then fatally shot himself.

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Examples of Automated Legal Workflows for Law Firm Efficiency 

CARET Legal

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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Are You Being Underutilized?

Paralegal Bootcamp

“A person, qualified by education, training or work experience who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, corporation, governmental agency or other entity and who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible.” ( American Bar Association ) This is an awesome definition of a Paralegal.

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Norman Harris: 5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Field

The Estrin Report

Norman received his Juris Doctorate in Law from Mercer University School of Law and Masters in Divinity from Emory Candler School of Theology. What is the “backstory” that brought you to this particular career path in Law? Did you want to be an attorney “when you grew up”? You are a successful attorney.

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Do You Have the Foundational Technology Skills to Be Successful in Your Paralegal Career?

Paralegal Bootcamp

One of the essential roles of a paralegal is to assist their attorney in serving the client ( preparing for trials , hearings, and closings). Law Office Administrations. At the core of a paralegal’s job description is supporting their attorneys and firm in any reasonable capacity. Legal Research and Presentations.

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Thinking of Going Solo? Six Essential Steps to Starting Your Own Legal Practice

Rocket Matter

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. Answering these questions can help you determine how feasible opening a solo practice really is.

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Matter Cost Tracking Made Simple

Rocket Matter

Attorneys receive (and hopefully hang onto) a receipt or invoice for these costs. Attorneys often forget to track expenses for small details, like printing, postage, or phone calls, which digs into your bottom line over time. Inaccurate expense records For budgeting and billing alike, consistency is key.