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Do you have a Plan B that rocks? How to protect your career in the Covid19 era.

The Estrin Report

It is incumbent upon you to be flexible. I have had candidates whose jobs are in peril and insist on making a lateral move or improve upon their salaries. One candidate told me he would definitely not move for "less than $100,000, work remotely several days a month and match his vacation of six weeks." Right. Clearly, the message was not filtering up to the penthouse.

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Sign of the Times: eSignatures Offer Law Firms Flexibility

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Law firms that require paper-based signatures are committed to in-person meetings ; b ut, th ose may not always be feasible. In some cases, the decision is out of the lawyers’ hands, for example: during a personal, national or global disaster. Of course, there are ot her reasons why your law firm may want to utilize esignatures. Not requiring a physical signature likely means that you can add new clients faster , because you won’t have to set up an on-person meeting to do it.

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Types of Guardianship for Minors in California

A People's Choice

When establishing guardianship for minors in California, it is important to understand the different options available and how each affects the legal rights of all parties. Read on to learn more about informal and legal guardianship, how to obtain each, and how A People's Choice can help. To read the complete article, please click on the link Types of Guardianship for Minors in California This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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During COVID, Telecom Attorneys Dial in Fraud and Higher Phone Sales

Vanguard

Thursday, April 30, 2020. Whether for emergencies, business or out of boredom, people are spending a lot more time on the phone these days. In fact, Verizon CEO Hans Vestburg told CNBC in late March call volumes are eclipsing New Year’s Eve and Mother’s Day combined—every day. Not only was the company handling 800 million calls and 9 billion texts daily, the calls were 33 percent longer than average.

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Transforming eDiscovery: Document Summarization, Sentiment Analysis, And Chatbots Take Center Stage

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.

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The Estrin Report - Untitled Article

The Estrin Report

Join us for a dynamic webinar: Nice Girls Don't Speak Up or Stand Out. Our speaker, Dr. Lois Frankel, is a best-selling author and noted speaker. This highly important webinar covers 7 communication techniques you need to know now. May 1st 10am Pacific/12:00 Central/1pm Eastern. Register now. It's free. [link].

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How to Modify Child Custody in California

A People's Choice

Sometimes circumstances such as life changes or a parent's actions call for a change to child custody and visitation orders. However, parents must follow a specific process to request the court makes these changes. Therefore, using a legal document assistant can help ensure the correct documentation is prepared and filed correctly. To read the complete article, please click on the link How to Modify Child Custody in California This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents

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How I stay Organized and On Task

The Paralegal

Very often I’m asked how I manage to do so many things. How do I have time for two blogs, a full time job, launching a business, keeping a house without help (the husband helps a little) and philanthropy work. Nope, I’m not super human, nor am I a robot. The way I manage all … Continue reading How I stay Organized and On Task.

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Free Five-Step Estate Planning Checklist

A People's Choice

Estate planning is imperative for anyone looking to ensure the well-being of their family members after their death. In fact, we always recommend that our clients create an estate plan. Therefore, in order to help out with this daunting process, we've created a free checklist for your reference. Read on to learn how to use it! To read the complete article, please click on the link Free Five-Step Estate Planning Checklist This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - With

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How to Modify Custody and Support in California

A People's Choice

When you modify custody orders in California due to a change in personal circumstances, the amount of child support each parent must pay changes as well. Read on to learn how modifying child custody affects support payments, and how A People's Choice can help with the court hearing and required documentation. To read the complete article, please click on the link How to Modify Custody and Support in California This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Law

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Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation

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.

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Why You Should Transfer Real Property Into A Trust

A People's Choice

Transferring real property into a trust helps avoid probate, estate taxes, guardianship or conservatorship, and much more. If you're worried about what will happen to your assets after your death, considering transferring your property into a trust. This act could help save your loved ones from stress and difficulty when settling your estate. To read the complete article, please click on the link Why You Should Transfer Real Property Into A Trust This post appeared first on A People's Choic

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Cheap Divorce in California

A People's Choice

Cheap California divorce options DO exist - they can just be a bit difficult to navigate! In this article, we explore the pros and cons of the top three most popular cheap divorce options in California and explain how you can avoid paying statutory attorney's fees for your divorce. To read the complete article, please click on the link Cheap Divorce in California This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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What to Do When Only One Spouse Wants a Divorce

A People's Choice

Divorce in itself can be challenging, but what happens when only one spouse wants a divorce? Read on for important tips for dealing with this situation, and to learn how a legal document assistant like A People's Choice can help. To read the complete article, please click on the link What to Do When Only One Spouse Wants a Divorce This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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Pros, Cons, and Alternatives: California’s Courts Self-Help Center

A People's Choice

Many people who try to use the California courts self-help centers end up calling a registered legal document assistant service instead. Read on to learn how these self-help centers can help you, and whether a service such as A People's Choice's may be better suited for your situation. To read the complete article, please click on the link Pros, Cons, and Alternatives: California’s Courts Self-Help Center This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the La

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Contract Lifecycle Management: A Business Enabler Exploring On-Ground Challenges

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.

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What is the Adoption Process in California?

A People's Choice

Adoption legally establishes a parent-child relationship between two people who are at least 10 years apart in age. Adoptive parents have a legal responsibility to support their adopted children financially and provide care for them until they reach adulthood. Adopted children have the right to inherit from their adoptive parents even if the parents do not leave a will.

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Probate of a Will or Estate in California

A People's Choice

Probate of a will or estate usually takes nine months to a year, unless there is a dispute over the deceased person’s intentions. Fortunately, probate does not have to be expensive. If the estate of which you are in charge has a value that does not exceed $166,250, you can do a simplified probate alternative instead of the full probate. These alternative processes are faster than full probate, and they cost less.

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Understanding California Probate Examiner Notes

A People's Choice

Understanding the role a probate examiner plays in the probate process, as well as what their notes mean, can help save you time and money during probate. In fact, maintaining an active role in the note process can buy you time to obtain any supplemental materials the court requires to settle the estate as quickly as possible. To read the complete article, please click on the link Understanding California Probate Examiner Notes This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents

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How to Mediate a Divorce in California: Guide and Checklist

A People's Choice

Divorce mediation is a great alternative for couples looking to save money and resolve their conflicts in an amicable way. Looking for more information on divorce mediation in California? Read on for a complete guide and checklist, and contact A People's Choice for more information. To read the complete article, please click on the link How to Mediate a Divorce in California: Guide and Checklist This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul

Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.

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16 PARALEGAL BLOGS FOR 2020

The Researching Paralegal

16 PARALEGAL BLOGS FOR 2020, BY Online Master Paralegal Blogs for 2020. [link]. A list of valuable and helpful blogs for paralegal professionals and paralegal students. -CCE.