Rocket Matter

AUGUST 12, 2022

If your only legal calendar is the giant paper one on your desk that’s full of scratched-out dates and phone call doodles in the margins, it’s time to do yourself a favor and upgrade to a better process. Let’s look at how attorneys can use calendar software and integrations to streamline workflows and better manage rules and deadlines.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MARCH 13, 2022

Most attorneys are ‘good lawyers’. If you want to make sure your clients are happy with what you’re doing, put a recurring four-week tickler on your calendar, to reach out to each active client of the firm. They do good work; they’re conscientious, and th o rough , to boot. That sounds like a wonderful fairy tale, because it is.

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JULY 28, 2021

Law practice management company Clio has acquired the automated court-calendaring company CalendarRules , Clio’s first acquisition since becoming the first law practice management company to achieve unicorn status earlier this year and its second acquisition ever. Syncing court dates to calendars in Microsoft Outlook and Google Calendar. “By

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

For lawyers who engage with the buying public – which is just about every lawyer, whether they’re working with consumers o r businesses – workshops can be a great way to build a client and referral base, as well as solidifying an attorney’s expertise.

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MyCase

JANUARY 4, 2022

But for lawyers, a missed deadline can have major implications, even resulting in the outright dismissal of a client’s case. This makes it even more important for lawyers to stay on top of the tasks and deadlines assigned to them. Is your firm still using outdated or clunky legal calendaring?

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CARET Legal

APRIL 5, 2024

Lawyer burnout can significantly impact a lawyer’s ability to perform and deliver quality work, affecting productivity, revenue and client relationships. Lawyer burnout is a significant and prevalent issue in the modern legal profession. What Causes Lawyer Burnout?

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MyCase

JANUARY 26, 2022

If so, then you’re probably not using the right legal calendaring software. While information overload is a common problem faced by lawyers, the good news is it’s a problem easily solved by law firm calendaring software with built-in tools designed to provide you with the information you need with just the click of a button.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Lawyers tend to be inefficient, and have difficulty engaging both leads and clients. Programs like Calendly and Acuity allow clients to book appointments directly onto a law firm or lawyer’s calendar, and include buffers and controls, so users aren’t overwhelmed. LawTap offers a similar tool focused on the legal environment.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

APRIL 7, 2024

So, let’s play this out a little bit: -You won’t use an automated scheduling tool, like Calendly , for booking appointments; so, instead of allowing leads or clients to simply pick a time to meet with you , they have to exchange between 8-10 emails with one of your staffpeople , to get on your calendar. Exasperating.

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Attorney at Work

AUGUST 13, 2021

When you think of organizational skills for lawyers, you probably think first of the physical things: an uncluttered office, pristine case files, and the ability to find exactly what you’re looking for exactly when you need it. Lawyer Organization Tip No. Lawyer Organization Tip No. Lawyer Organization Tip No.

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CARET Legal

APRIL 24, 2024

Law firms can use this software to manage their court calendar , track billable hours and associate them to case records, monitor the progress of cases, and even manage client relationships. The post The Best Legal Technology & Tools for Lawyers (2024) appeared first on CARET Legal. Ready to step into the future of legal tech?

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SCOTUSBlog

JULY 13, 2021

A lawyer and former judge appointed by the justices to review the case recommended that Mississippi’s complaint be dismissed. The post Cases on Boston Marathon bomber, CIA secrets headline October argument calendar appeared first on SCOTUSblog. Here’s the full list of cases scheduled for argument in the October session: Mississippi v.

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MyCase

AUGUST 1, 2022

Lawyers charging by the hour must track every minute to maximize profitability, while those working on a contingency or flat fee basis use frequent time entries to track case progress. . According to over 2,000 survey respondents who participated in MyCase’s 2021 Legal Industry Report , 61% of lawyers find capturing billable time a challenge.

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 16, 2024

They’re also a goldmine of mobile apps for lawyers. Note-taking wizards: Transforming legal note-taking As a lawyer, you take lots of notes. Download free guide Calendar commanders: Effortless scheduling and tracking Calendar apps can help you track time and meet every appointment and deadline with precision.

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CARET Legal

MAY 3, 2024

This includes utilizing tools like legal practice management systems that include legal calendaring, automated workflows, and automated document creation. Legal Calendars: Modern law firm management systems often include legal calendars that sync with case files, tasks, and deadlines.

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Rocket Matter

OCTOBER 3, 2023

of the ABA states lawyers are not allowed to charge or collect an unreasonable fee or an unreasonable amount for expenses. Three common solutions include the following: Calendar: Manually inputting tasks and hours into a calendar, whether it be daily, weekly, or monthly, is frequently utilized.

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Attorney at Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

According to the 2021 ABA Profile of the Legal Profession , the COVID-19 pandemic prompted one-third of senior lawyers to change retirement plans — but that doesn’t mean they decided to retire. Instead, 53% of those lawyers decided to push the pause button. Have you noticed how reluctant lawyers are to discuss retirement?

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CARET Legal

MAY 8, 2024

For instance, a junior lawyer might be overloaded with multiple tasks, such as drafting legal briefs and preparing for court hearings, with no clear system to manage these tasks or track their progress. Calendar Management Scheduling is often handled individually, with each lawyer managing their own calendar.

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Simply put, lawyer organization can help your firm run like a Swiss watch. Why is Lawyer Organization Important? Law office organization can also prevent lawyer burnout. Learn more about call answering services and other productivity-promoting technology in our article, “ Apps For Lawyers.” . Use a Centralized Calendar .

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Attorney at Work

JULY 2, 2022

Lawyer stress influences our ability to think and work. Beyond doubt, we are all experiencing incredible amounts of lawyer stress. Even when we think we are fine or “handling it,” lawyer stress influences our ability to think and work. Typically , we are responsible for our own systems, including calendaring.

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LawTechnologyToday

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Back to Basics for Lawyers: Daily Law Practice Management. Lawyers can talk a lot about “practice management” — but it’s usually at the strategic or management level. We’ll go over practical tips and tricks on how to ace your daily calendaring and tasks, workflows, document management, client communications & more.

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Above The Law

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Court-Appointed Lawyers Have It Rough: They even have to defend their checks ! Re-check Your Calendars!: Three Attorneys Can Make A World Of Difference: Here's some inspiration for what to do with your bonus money. Legal Humor Touches Down On Travis Kelce: Hopefully he'll be able to shake off the humor at his expense.

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MyCase

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Managing a law firm requires overseeing several moving pieces—lawyers must keep track of client meetings, courtroom appointments, invoicing, calendaring, accounting, and more. What Are Apps for Lawyers? The best apps for lawyers deliver several benefits, such as: Saving your firm billable time and money. Note-Taking Apps.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 19, 2022

Confession: As a new lawyer, I didn’t realize that to be successful in private practice, I had to “sell” or “market” my services. Most people would probably go with someone they’ve known for years — or someone referred to them by someone they trust — especially when retaining a lawyer or other professional.

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Attorney at Work

JUNE 17, 2022

Lawyers are expected to always know the answers, handle the pressure and not make mistakes. Mental overload, emotional drain, extreme calendaring and planning, and ultimately exhaustion. If we know this, why then do lawyers often have a hard time asking for help? The post Lawyers: Why Is It So Hard to Ask for Help?

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MyCase

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

It’s fair to say that lawyers are generally perceived to be “skilled” professionals. In courtroom dramas, lawyers are depicted as being articulate, intelligent, and competent – and we’re sure as (totally unbiased) legal professionals yourself, you’ll agree! What are Lawyer Skills? Being a lawyer is an involved job.

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MyCase

JULY 14, 2023

A lawyer commits legal malpractice when he or she mishandles a case, causing the client harm or causing damages by his or her professional negligence. It’s not automatically considered malpractice anytime a lawyer makes an honest mistake – many mistakes do not fit the criteria for malpractice at all. What is Legal Malpractice?

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MyCase

AUGUST 26, 2022

A strong lawyer-client relationship is essential to building a successful, client-centered law firm. In this article, we’ll cover why the lawyer and client relationship is so important to the success of your firm, what a healthy lawyer-client relationship looks like, and simple ways to build stronger relationships with clients starting today.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 18, 2022

Advances in technology and access to legal staffing is helping rural lawyers improve workflows and operate more efficiently. How can rural attorneys consistently get on the same playing field as urban and suburban lawyers? For instance, easy-to-use calendaring tools allow attorneys to offer appointment booking on their websites.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MAY 20, 2022

If they become a repeat abuser, I take the situation to the lawyer (because of course, you know this is a true principle, they do NOT behave that way with the attorney). I ask the lawyer to address it with the client and sometimes they will simply decide that they will handle that client directly. My list is below. Always and forever.

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LawSites

MARCH 19, 2024

You may know it more through its brands, including ServeNow for finding process servers, One Legal for California court filing, LawToolBox for court calendaring, and the Legal Talk Network group of legal podcasts. On the latest LawNext podcast, our guest Ed Watts , CEO of InfoTrack in the U.S.,

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Lawyers with ADD/ADHD may struggle with organization, sustained focus, procrastination and deadlines. In my work as a psychologist, most lawyers and law students who talk to me about their attention deficit disorder, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, are typically under a fair amount of stress due to their symptoms.

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MyCase

AUGUST 25, 2023

Beyond flashy displays and digital crime scene recreations, there are also technology tools that help criminal defense lawyers provide better, more efficient representation. Prosecutors and defense lawyers also have more advanced tech resources at their disposal. Why Is Criminal Justice Technology Important for Lawyers?

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Lawyer, author, and motivational speaker Mel Robbins couldn’t have provided better advice to her colleagues in the legal industry. After all, lawyers’ mental health affects every part of their lives, from career performance to personal relationships. . Why is Lawyers’ Mental Health Important? . What is Mental Health? .

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ABA Journal

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Supreme Court on Thursday removed a case from its argument calendar in which 19 states sought to… SCOTUS drops arguments in immigration case The U.S.

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MyCase

AUGUST 10, 2022

Many people study to become a lawyer because they covet a high salary—but where does that money come from? Those outside the legal field (or new to it) may not be familiar with how lawyers get paid or know that not all payments are created equal. How Do Lawyers Bill Clients?

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

However, tracking down documentation and following up with clients for signatures costs lawyers hours of non-billable time. . In this article, we’ll cover: The different types of lawyer signatures. What Are the Different Types of Lawyer Signatures? Are Electronic Lawyer Signatures Legally Binding? Electronic Signature.

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