LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 23, 2023

In order to meet the problems of escalating workflow and productivity demands on a constrained budget, law firms are eager to invest in legal technology services. According to the Future Ready Lawyer 2021 report , 84% of legal departments have increased their technology budgets in the last year.

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MyCase

APRIL 29, 2024

For centuries, lawyers have been trusted advisors in navigating the legal system. However, with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), a question looms: Will AI replace lawyers? What Is the Role of AI in Law Today? Can AI Replace Lawyers? No, AI will not render lawyers obsolete.

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CARET Legal

MARCH 8, 2024

Enter law firm management software—an innovative solution that not only addresses the challenges of outsourcing law firm administrative support, but also offers a host of benefits to supercharge your firm’s efficiency. Data security is another significant concern when outsourcing law firm administrative support.

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LawSites

APRIL 4, 2024

Since 2005, I had cohosted Lawyer 2 Lawyer, along with Newport Beach, Calif., We had been the very first podcast on the Legal Talk Network and the longest continually running podcast in law, at that point having racked up 586 episodes. From day one, LawNext has been laser focused on innovation and entrepreneurship in law.

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LawTechnologyToday

AUGUST 1, 2023

In an evolving legal environment with market competition at an all-time high, the technical competence of law firms and legal departments of large organizations have to be top notch. Lower the costs, higher the productivity Incidence of open cases: A firm’s open cases over a defined period are indicative of its performance and productivity.

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LawSites

MAY 19, 2023

Transforming your law practice to go fully virtual requires careful planning and the right tools, says Annette Choti, a lawyer for more than two decades who now advises law firms on digital marketing and growth strategies through her company Law Quill.

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LawTechnologyToday

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Lawyers can talk a lot about “practice management” — but it’s usually at the strategic or management level. This Back to Basics webinar looks at all the daily “to-dos” that keep every law practice running — tasks that absolutely must get done to keep everything on track and get client work completed.

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CARET Legal

MARCH 13, 2024

In 2024, improving law firm efficiency is as important as ever as firms continue to face increasing pressure to improve performance, deliver services efficiently, and reduce costs. Law firms that fail to adopt strategies to improve efficiency risk falling behind their competitors. This generates morale and motivation among employees.

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Practicing law requires legally binding signatures—whether it be for a standard contract, a real estate closing contract, or a routine will. However, tracking down documentation and following up with clients for signatures costs lawyers hours of non-billable time. . The benefits of law firms utilizing electronic signatures.

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LawSites

JUNE 15, 2023

If so, then the two most important tools in a law practice may just be the calendar and the document management system. Through the calendar, the lawyer manages time, and through documents the lawyer dispenses and memorializes advice.

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

We often hear lawyers say they went to law school to study law, not to learn how to run a firm. When faced with challenging daily tasks, such as managing invoices and reconciling trust account transactions, even the most brilliant legal minds struggle to build a successful practice. . Streamline law firm workflows .

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MyCase

AUGUST 1, 2022

Time Management Software for Law Firms . 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. . As a result, lawyers are turning to legal time management software to lighten the load. .

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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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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Have ever had trouble finding information in your law firm? Because looking for something is like the lawyer default mode. The vast majority of law firms I consult with have their client information all over the place. Every time I ask an attorney where she stores her practice documents, I get nine answers, not one.

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 18, 2024

The post How AI-Enabled Knowledge Management Can Help Small and Midsize Law Firms Level Up appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers. Laura Wenzel | A KM initiative requires a culture shift for most small and midsize firms. Here's why it’s worth it.

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LawSites

MAY 16, 2023

The majority of law firms use just five or fewer unique software products, according to a legal industry study published today by the law practice management company Smokeball. In firms of 2-10 lawyers, 86% use five or fewer products. Even in firms of 26 or more lawyers, half use just five or fewer products.

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CARET Legal

MAY 3, 2024

Outdated law firm operations are causing firms to lose the top-tier talent they’ve invested significant time and resources in training. How law firms can adapt to a new workforce To attract and retain top talent, law firms need to adapt to the expectations of modern legal professionals.

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LawSites

MARCH 5, 2024

For many leaders who participated in this survey, the legal field is at a watershed moment that offers them the chance to reimagine law firm management and to influence a new era of success. 77% reported that the skill set required for law firm leaders has changed. 63% work at firms that automate frequently created documents.

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LawSites

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

So says the 2022 edition of The Wolters Kluwer Future Ready Lawyer , a survey report that Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory U.S. But even as they recognize those trends, just 36% or fewer lawyers believe their organization is very prepared to keep pace with any of these trends. has published for each of the last four years.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 13, 2022

That doesn’t mean, however, that law firms and litigation support teams have been quick to embrace them. In the ABA 2020 Legal Tech Survey , 23% of law firms reported not being interested in AI, while 34% said they didn’t know enough about AI to speak to their firms’ interest. The law isn’t unique in its resistance to AI.

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ALPS

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Lawyers are no different. It is not uncommon to use the cloud for the practice of law using services such as practice management, document management, file storage, and multiple ways to communicate with clients. The cloud has provided a secure, stable, cost-effective way to practice law. Current Climate.

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Patently O

APRIL 20, 2021

By David Hricik, Mercer Law School. The abstract of the opinion states: The ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct permit virtual practice, which is technologically enabled law practice beyond the traditional brick-and-mortar law firm.1 If you follow their guidance, you, in a sense, start off in safe harbor.

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MyCase

APRIL 24, 2023

Law practice management software (LPMS) is growing at an accelerated rate among law firms looking to improve business competitiveness, productivity, and profitability. When Should I Upgrade My Cloud-Based Law Firm Management Software? The best law practice management software works for you—not against you.

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MyCase

AUGUST 8, 2022

SaaS for Lawyers. If you’ve ever used tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or MyCase legal practice management software, you’re familiar with SaaS—software as a service. SaaS is modernizing the legal industry in two ways: by making law firms more efficient and creating career opportunities for lawyers worldwide.

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

An intuitive filing system allows everyone to find what they need. . Simply put, lawyer organization can help your firm run like a Swiss watch. In this article, we’ll dive into law office organization ideas that best-in-class firms use to get ahead. Why is Lawyer Organization Important? Practicing law can be hectic.

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MyCase

AUGUST 8, 2022

SaaS for Lawyers. If you’ve ever used tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or MyCase legal practice management software, you’re familiar with SaaS—software as a service. SaaS is modernizing the legal industry in two ways: by making law firms more efficient and creating career opportunities for lawyers worldwide.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 27, 2022

When discussing legal tech as an industry, we often focus on horizontal solutions — research, document management, case management, practice management — that apply to law firms regardless of practice area. I specialize in Intellectual property law, not employment or personal injury. Family Law Software.

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 16, 2024

They’re also a goldmine of mobile apps for lawyers. The benefits of mobile apps for your law firm Whether it’s managing time, coordinating with team members, or staying on top of your cases, the apps below share key benefits for your law firm. That’s right—your devices aren’t just for calls, emails, and research.

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Here are a few questions to consider: Is your current law firm file organization system (and process) clear or messy? In this article, we’ll cover law firm filing system examples, why these systems are important for law firms, and why cloud-based legal filing is ideal. . What is a Law Office Filing System?

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MyCase

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Now that lawyers have been working remotely over the past year – and may continue to do so in the future – the legal software choices made by law firm leaders take on a whole new level of importance. Which types of software do law firms use most often? Client and calendar management software.

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MyCase

AUGUST 26, 2022

Caring for a client and solving their issues is at the heart of practicing law. A strong lawyer-client relationship is essential to building a successful, client-centered law firm. Why Client Management Skills Are Important for Law Firms. 8 Tips for Improving Lawyer and Client Relationships. Be Personable.

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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. Poor management and disorganization can be costly and result in lost billable hours, client dissatisfaction, and even malpractice.

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MyCase

JULY 14, 2023

Moreover, the majority of malpractice claims are brought against small law firms. Facing a legal malpractice case can be disastrous for a law firm, both financially and reputationally. 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.

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LawTechnologyToday

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

It can also use artificial or augmented technology to rapidly synthesize documents and prioritize attorney review. Lessons learned from the evolution of the above tools in the litigation setting are directly relevant to opportunities available to transactional lawyers to efficiently execute work on transactional matters.

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MyCase

JULY 21, 2021

However, the uncertainty we continue to face means that law firms need to be fully prepared for whatever may come. Over the past year I’ve focused on the key types of legal software that provides law firms with the strong foundation needed to maintain 24/7 firm operability today and in the months and years to come.

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LawSites

MARCH 8, 2024

Launched just four months ago by engineers who previously worked for Uber, Google and Amazon, Traact , a SaaS platform that integrates a range of corporate functions in an all-in-one platform, today said it has entered into a strategic partnership with Klea , a Belgium-based provider of AI-enabled legal entity management.

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Remote work is here to stay—even in law. According to a report from the American Bar Association , nearly 90% of surveyed lawyers said that their firms allowed team members to work remotely. So, is it possible for lawyers to work remotely at least some of the time? In fact, there are many benefits to lawyers working remotely.

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