Paralegal Bootcamp
NOVEMBER 29, 2020
Things Attorneys Look For In a Paralegal. Attention to Detail Problem-solving Technology Skills Proactive Mindset Professionalism Time Management Research Skills Strong Work Ethic Communication Skills Organization Skills. Do you want to know what things attorneys look for in a paralegal? Ask them! The easiest way to find out what attributes and skills your attorney values the most is to ask them.
Diane Drain
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
Debt collectors doubled their earnings – all thanks to COVID-19. 10/5/20 According to an article in ProPublica, debt collections have made a fortune this year due to the COVID stimulus monies. Those who really needed those funds used them to pay past-due debts, rather than saving the money to pay rent, utilities, food, health care and other very important necessities.
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LDA PRO
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Sometimes your case requires the assistance of a paralegal and not a lawyer. Now, it makes perfect sense that you can’t be judge of that, unless you have some idea about the former. So, here are some useful reasons for you. Firstly, cases like divorce, eviction, child custody and others depend on the paperwork more rather than a judicial hearing. So, instead of spending your dollars on an expensive lawyer, you should get hold of a trusted paralegal firm such as ours, to get in touch with some ef
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
If your revenues remain down, there’s a probably a simple reason for at least some of that dip. According to the recently-released 2020 Clio Legal Trends Report , 23% of legal consumers think law firms are closed. This is largely based on their knowledge of court closures leading to an assumption that the entire legal industry is shut down. That, in itself, is a problem for lawyers.
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A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.
CourtTechBulletin
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
As with nearly all conferences, this year eCourts 2020 is a virtual online event on December 7, 8, and 9 starting at 1:00 PM eastern standard time each day. We have an outstanding list of presentations scheduled. The full list is available at [link] Some highlights are… Monday Sessions Keynote – Motivating Strategies for a Remote World , presenter Thomas Topping who is a professional speaker and employee engagement expert with a master’s degree in Human Resources Management.
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MyCase
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
Every year the International Legal Technology Association conducts a technology survey of firms of all sizes, and the results always provide lots of interesting data on how lawyers are using technology. This year’s Survey was of particular interest due to its timing. Because it was conducted during the first few months of the pandemic, it offers useful insight into COVID-related technology trends, including the ways that law firms are using remote working tools and cloud-based legal softwa
Gravel2Gavel
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
By Josh D. Morton and Matt Olhausen. Blockchain technology is a digitized, distributed ledger that immutably records and shares information using software protocols and advanced cryptology. The development of blockchain-based smart contracts—self-executing software algorithms integrated into a blockchain with trigger actions based on pre-defined parameters—has made it possible for parties to automate the process of executing commercial transactions between counterparties in a more direct, trustw
LDA PRO
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
To be involved in a court case is a choice of need rather, than a choice of will. The legal procedures not only continue for a long period of time but they also weigh down on your expenses. The process of documentation plays a crucial part in your case and any error in this area can damage your position in the case. Thus, for a flawless management of all your legal paperwork, you need a reliable process server, who can deliver those documents safely to the opponent.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Adding new software to a law firm is often a challenge. But, the reward is great. The issue is that most law firms stumble out of the starting blocks, and then squander any gains that they may have had. One way law firms screw this up is to spend too little time vetting software, so that they’re surprised by what they view as limitations during the implementation process -- which may be actual limitations, or just undiscovered existing features, of which the law firm is not aware, because they d
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Selecting and implementing CLM technology can be daunting, leading to underutilization or abandonment. Factors like provider differentiation, inadequate planning, and lack of user training contribute to these failures. Recognizing these pitfalls is crucial for successful adoption, ensuring organizations harness the full potential of CLM for streamlined contract management.
CourtTechBulletin
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
A Texas Armadillo We learned on November 17, 2020, that: “The Texas Office of Court Administration (OCA), a judicial branch agency that assists the Supreme Court of Texas with the administration of the Texas courts, invites submissions of offers for a statewide, integrated, comprehensive, cloud?based uniform case management system and associated implementation services in compliance with the requirements and terms set forth in this RFO (UCMS).
My Paralegal Place
NOVEMBER 1, 2020
It’s easy to rattle off a list of the disadvantages of conducting an important meeting, remote witness interview, deposition or even court hearing using Zoom or other videoconferencing tools. There are technical issues, security concerns, challenges in dealing with documents and exhibits, difficulties in assessing demeanor and credibility, and many […].
MorneauLaw
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Share This Story! Attorney Morneau Awarded Lawyer of the Year. R ecognized for Family Law by Best Lawyers since 2020, Attorney Katherine J. Morneau has been named Best Lawyer for 2021. About Attorney Morneau. I am a dedicated family lawyer and business owner. I am known for helping good people through tough times, such as divorce and parenting matters.
LawInSport
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
A recent United States district court decision on copyright infringement has brought the issue of recreation of tattoos in video games back into the spotlight and has diverged from an earlier ruling from another district court in a different judicial circuit. The case concerned the digital depiction of five tattoos on professional wrestler and current WWE champion, Randy Orton, in the “ WWE 2K ” professional wresting video game series.
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CLM tools have always strived to push contract management into the digital age for almost 30 years. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous. The current scenarios in business development have shown that having a fully automated CLM has become a mandate for every law firm and in-house legal department. To determine if you need a CLM system, it's essential to clearly identify the on-ground business challenges you aim to solve.
LDA PRO
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
What matter can be more sensitive than that of a child being separated from any one parent. Child custody requires the appropriate presentation of documents and any wrong move can make you lose your child. For the right decision to be made, the court will go through the whole case and place a judgement. If you want a solid backup to organize and prepare the documents, our firm at Rocklin provides the most successful LDAs.
JayS.Rothman&Associates
NOVEMBER 21, 2020
A worker facing a less-than-favorable job environment may wonder if there is something wrong with the treatment. In some cases, the worker may not fit well into the position, while in others, there is something deeper happening. . Workplace discrimination may take many forms. Sometimes, it is difficult for a worker to spot and accept what is happening.
CourtTechBulletin
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
In recent years I have often recommended projects to acquire laptops instead of desktop computers. This recommendation is even stronger today. I explain the reasons for this approach in this week’s post below. Read more ».
ALPS
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
As a kid, I always thought any Hollywood cowboy who could shoot from the hip and kill the villain was one tough hombre that no one in their right mind would ever want to mess with. I viewed those cowboys as heroes and would often pretend I was one of them when playing in the woods behind my childhood home. That was short-lived, however. As I got older, I came to realize there was a little movie magic behind those epic shootouts and my adulation of such heroes eventually waned.
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A People's Choice
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Although all divorce cases start out with the filing of a divorce petition, sometimes the complexity or level of conflict in your case changes as the case progresses. If things start out amicably, but your divorce gets messier after you file the initial divorce petition, it does not necessarily mean that you need a lawyer. Even if your divorce changes course after the initial filing of the divorce petition, having a California non-attorney legal document assistant prepare your divorce documents
MyCase
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
In response to the emerging challenges sweeping the legal industry this year, MyCase released a number of features that helped attorneys and supporting staff work full-time from anywhere, engage clients virtually, and continue to get paid promptly with zero disruption to business. In our recent virtual workshop, Texas attorney and MyCase customer, Benson Varghese , demonstrated the new, game-changing features that will help law firms reach a new tier of efficiency in 2021.
LDA PRO
NOVEMBER 4, 2020
To be involved in a court case is a choice of need rather, than a choice of will. The legal procedures not only continue for a long period of time but they also weigh down on your expenses. The process of documentation plays a crucial part in your case and any error in this area can damage your position in the case. Thus, for a flawless management of all your legal paperwork, you need a reliable process server, who can deliver those documents safely to the opponent.
OilandGasLawyer
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Today is the birthday of Benoit Mandelbrot (b 11-20-1924, d 10-14-2010), a mathematician and discoverer of the Mandelbrot set and studied fractal geometry. He was Sterling Professor of Mathematical Science at Yale University, the oldest professor in Yale’s history to receive tenure. Below is an image of the Mandelbrot set. You can go here to view an animation of the set.
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CourtTechBulletin
NOVEMBER 11, 2020
St. Helier Harbor I heard from our friend, Marcus Ferbrache that his court has released an RFP/Tender for a court case management system for the British Island of Jersey. He explains below: Read more ».
ALPS
NOVEMBER 12, 2020
As Mark alluded to in Part 1 of Listening to Your Life , the journey isn’t over. Mark recaps the lessons learned over a season of cycling, exceeding his distance goals, challenges he faced head-on (including 25 mph headwinds), and how listening to your life is a continuous trek that can help you be a more balanced lawyer. Transcript: . Mark: Hello, welcome to ALPS In Brief, the podcast that comes to you from the historic Florence building in beautiful downtown Missoula, Montana.
ClimateChange-ClimateLaw
NOVEMBER 6, 2020
By Daniel J. Metzger. Flooding in Houston following Hurricane Harvey. Photo: U.S. Army by 1st Lt. Zachary West. Climate change attribution science provides the evidentiary basis for establishing that anthropogenic climate change is real, that it is already here, and that predicted future changes must be taken seriously. Faced with this growing body of research, courts, policy-makers, and private actors are addressing critical and urgent legal questions, such as whether governments are doing enou
Livesay&Myers
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
We are proud to announce that Livesay & Myers, P.C. appears in the 2021 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms,” released on November 5, 2020! The 2021 edition marks the 11th consecutive year that U.S. News & World Report, in combination with Best Lawyers, has ranked law firms nationwide. Livesay & Myers, P.C. made its debut on the list in the 2018 Edition.
Speaker: Adina Marta Newman
Learn about a world of effective contract management and seamless teamwork across departments in this upcoming webinar from Cobblestone Software. You'll discover practical strategies and tips that legal professionals can use to streamline contract processes and enhance collaboration, making significant impact across legal and corporate departments. Join us as we show how you can supercharge contract processes, improve team communication, and take your contributions to the next level.
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