Paralegal Bootcamp

MAY 6, 2022

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 12 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. Paralegals and legal assistants held about 345,600 jobs in 2020. Federal Government 5%. Finance and Insurance 3%. Meet the Author.

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MyCase

AUGUST 7, 2023

A lawyer’s day-to-day tasks outside of case work, from billing and invoicing to managing payments, are often time-consuming. As a result, many law firms seek out legal assistants to keep everything running smoothly and boost their productivity. What is a Legal Assistant?

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

For all the money being poured into legal technology development these days, woefully little gets spent on technology designed to enhance access to justice for low-income Americans. Here is the complete list of 2021 TIG grants: Alaska . California.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MAY 20, 2022

I’ve mentioned in previous articles that 43 years ago, the profession of “paralegals” and “legal assistants” didn’t really exist. Legal secretaries absorbed some of what is now considered paralegal responsibilities. I’ll start with what I view as most important, both in life and in legal. Value your legal team.

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The Paralegal Resource

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

It is common knowledge that a proper case management system can transform even the most disorganized of law firms. As a paralegal or legal assistant, the tumultuous task of organizing files and cases falls on your hands and it is up to you to turn the entire firm around.

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MyCase

MAY 11, 2022

When asked what their virtual legal assistants contribute toward, in one recent online forum thread with 192 (!) comments, attorneys gave a wide range of responses, including: Initial applications and pre-hearing briefs for social security disability cases. Setting up new matters in case management software.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 24, 2023

A litigation paralegal is a legal professional who provides vital support to attorneys who work in the area of litigation. Paralegals play an indispensable role in the legal process, handling things such as document review and analysis, legal research, drafting pleadings, and managing case files.

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

For all the money being poured into legal technology development these days, woefully little gets spent on technology designed to enhance access to justice for low-income Americans. Here is the complete list of 2021 TIG grants: Alaska . California.

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CARET Legal

MARCH 25, 2024

Every legal journey has a beginning and an end. When it comes to closing a case, it’s crucial to formally communicate the end of representation with a closing letter to the client from the attorney. Professional Communication Crafting an end of representation letter is not just about getting the job done.

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MyCase

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about law practice management including: Why high-quality management is important. How to leverage legal technology to make law practice management simple . Why is High-Quality Office Management Important? Document management. Use Legal Technology.

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MyCase

AUGUST 3, 2022

When a legal case or matter has closed, it’s best practice to send a law firm closing letter to the client informing them that their legal representation has ended. Knowing when a matter has ended may seem like common sense, but clients are often unfamiliar with standard legal practices. Be clear and succinct.

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MyCase

JULY 21, 2022

This post will explore why financial metrics are important for profitability analysis and share some of the best legal metrics your law firm should implement. . Consider company legal metrics as the core of your business. Monthly number of legal assistant billable hours . Case Management and Client Satisfaction Metrics.

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LexBlog

MARCH 29, 2012

Modern technology continues to improve the life of attorneys, paralegals and legal secretaries throughout the United States. The Legal Assistant is one of the companies participating in this technological change. The Legal Assistant has added recently their newest product, The Family Law Assistant (TFLA).

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LexBlog

MARCH 29, 2012

Modern technology continues to improve the life of attorneys, paralegals and legal secretaries throughout the United States. The Legal Assistant is one of the companies participating in this technological change. The Legal Assistant has added recently their newest product, The Family Law Assistant (TFLA).

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

For the better part of thirty years, her practice, Thornton Esquire Law Group, has offered legal advice and counsel to a growing network of referred clients. The legal profession undoubtedly calls for a human touch, but not necessarily in all realms. Rahlita Thornton is a true mainstay in the Houston community.

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MyCase

AUGUST 25, 2023

Managing a legal firm is the same as running any other business. In this article, we’ll provide a brief overview of attorney lead generation, how it works, and how you can use it to build a profitable legal practice. It’s essential to setup a robust pipeline for legal lead generation. What is Lawyer Lead Generation?

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MyCase

MAY 2, 2024

Over the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force in the legal industry. From the initial adoption of digital workflows in SaaS platforms to the cutting-edge capabilities of generative AI, legal AI is evolving at an unprecedented pace.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Ashley is a Sessional Instructor for the Paralegal Studies and Office Assistant Programs at McEwen University, and she has over 16 years of experience in the legal industry. Ashley’s dedication to supporting future legal professionals shines through her teaching and mentorship. And I thought, you know what, why not?

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Paralegal Bootcamp

OCTOBER 21, 2022

This is the time when attorneys get in the office and will almost all message me at the same time, asking for updates on cases, filing, and serving questions. Being the only paralegal in the firm means I handle most filing and legal assistance duties. Check the attorney’s calendars (9:30-9:45). Meet the Author.

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Paralegal Mentor

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

This survey projected that corporate legal departments will be expanding internal teams to handle more legal matters in-house and also to control spending on outside counsel. What skills and expertise are in demand for paralegals/legal assistants? It’s not just law firms that will be hiring. Compliance. Healthcare.

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MyCase

JULY 1, 2021

We have two attorneys, two paralegals, a legal assistant, and a bookkeeper. I’d used a different case management software for many years, but about two years ago, I really wanted to step it up. So let’s talk a little bit about your firm. What are your practice areas and how large is your firm?

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MyCase

JUNE 17, 2021

We primarily practice personal injury and we also handle some DWI defense and traffic cases. In 2018 I hired my first staff person, a legal assistant, and then in February, I moved to a new location. It’s really nice case management software because you can really encompass everything.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Setting and managing passwords. Managing access to information based on need and job role (such as partner, associate, case manager, paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or accountant) . Lawyers have ethical and legal duties to protect client information. Backing up data .

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LexBlog

MAY 24, 2011

The traditional legal industry has no solution for these types of situation but with the advancement of modern technology and the use of the internet there is a perfect and simple solution for these types of attorney-client concerns – Law Practice Optimization or Legal Practice Optimization (LPO).

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LexBlog

MAY 24, 2011

The traditional legal industry has no solution for these types of situation but with the advancement of modern technology and the use of the internet there is a perfect and simple solution for these types of attorney-client concerns – Law Practice Optimization or Legal Practice Optimization (LPO).

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LexBlog

JUNE 5, 2011

Preparing for legal documents like purchase contracts, and listing agreements. LPO( Legal Practice Optimization ) compliant case management software is the perfect solution to all of these problems. The problem with this office management approach is convenience. Preparing for the preliminary negotiation documents.

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LexBlog

JUNE 5, 2011

Preparing for legal documents like purchase contracts, and listing agreements. LPO( Legal Practice Optimization ) compliant case management software is the perfect solution to all of these problems. The problem with this office management approach is convenience. Preparing for the preliminary negotiation documents.

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LawSites

JANUARY 3, 2024

Voting is now closed and your votes have been tallied to decide the 15 legal tech startups that will get to participate as finalists in the eighth-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2024, taking place Feb. It cuts costs, boosts law firm efficiency, and satisfies clients by resolving cases faster. 14-17 in Chicago.

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Connor Reporting

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants/secretaries, and other legal professionals are finding that MyVeritext enables them to be more efficient in the daily tasks involved with depositions and case management. MyVeritext is one of the technologies we were referring to.

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MyCase

AUGUST 4, 2023

Legal work pushes lawyers to their limits with hours that often surpass the standard full-time schedule. To meet client expectations and comply with court-imposed deadlines, lawyers often work extended hours to prepare cases thoroughly and respond promptly to legal matters. feel depressed 10.1%

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Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

This is especially important in paralegal case management. I can clearly see around the inbox area, and it allows for easy (contact-less) drop-off from my legal assistant and my other co-workers. YOUR INBOX. As soon as paper enters your office, I believe you become responsible for it, no matter what it is.

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Attorney at Work

AUGUST 5, 2022

There are the easy elements in your overhead: rent, phone, copier rental, research subscriptions, case management software, marketing. I’m not talking about the legal assistant or receptionist you task with doing social media. But people often ask me, “What exactly is in law firm overhead?”.

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LawSites

JANUARY 23, 2023

Help pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to compete at the seventh-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2023. Our all-in-one virtual litigation platform streamlines and professionalizes the process of conducting and managing remote and hybrid litigation. Learn more about this company at the LawNext Legal Tech Directory.

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CosmoLex

JANUARY 24, 2024

From lead generation to client management, billing, and even providing legal insights, your website can—and should—do it all. It streamlines client service and interaction Legal websites allow you to incorporate functionalities like online booking and real-time chat options to streamline client engagement and service.

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LawSites

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Help pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to compete at the eighth-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2024. It also improves access to justice for society as lawyers can handle more cases, as well as remove some bias from the legal system through fact-first drafting. Voting is now open! 14-17, 2024, in Chicago.

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LawSites

JANUARY 17, 2022

Here is your chance to help pick the legal technology startups that will be selected for the sixth-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2022. We apply Natural Language Processing and a semantic knowledge graph to the process that attorneys use to research, analyze and write complex legal documents. We need your vote! Founded: 7/6/2021.

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LawSites

JANUARY 17, 2022

Here is your chance to help pick the legal technology startups that will be selected for the sixth-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2022. We apply Natural Language Processing and a semantic knowledge graph to the process that attorneys use to research, analyze and write complex legal documents. We need your vote! Founded: 7/6/2021.

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