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).

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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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LawInSport

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

LawInSport · How to become a sports lawyer with LawInSport, Founder, Sean Cottrell. This article was updated with Episode 97 of the LawInSport Podcast to accompany this article on 16 November 2020 added with the 2.0 version being published on 01 May 2019. I spend a fair amount of time speaking, mentoring and coaching enthusiastic law students, athletes and professionals who are considering becoming a sports lawyers.

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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.

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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

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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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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

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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.

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SimplyLawJobs

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The Institute of Legal Secretaries and PAs are delighted to be offering live online classes , which start on Wednesday 27 January 2021. Online classes have become a very popular form of learning due to the growth of virtual communication during the current pandemic. To celebrate the announcement of our next class, we are offering an early bird discount of £100 to all Students who enrol before 30 November 2020.

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The Hollywood Lawyer

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Taylor Swift recently announced that she is rerecording her entire catalog with Big Machine, as Scooter Braun looks to confirm the sale of her master recordings to a private equity company, Shamrock Holdings, for $300 million. Making it the second time her music, videos, and album art had been sold without her knowledge. The singer’s Twitter statement said that “my team attempted to enter into negotiations with Scooter Braun.

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A People's Choice

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has made it impossible for many unhappy couples to avoid the truth that they want to get divorced. If another stimulus check comes as the pandemic drags on, the amount will be more than enough to get your divorce process started. The good news is that the court will waive the divorce filing fees if you can demonstrate financial need.

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Paralegal Coffee Talk

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Best Advice I’ve Ever Received as a Paralegal. What was it? Become an expert in every thing you do in the office whether it be Microsoft Word or research. Use Google as one of your most important resources to learn from, or even YouTube when you need to brush up on or become an expert in Microsoft Word. You see, what I saw in many private law firms were staffers who simply had no interest in the work.

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SCOCAblog

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Overview Reforming oversight of California’s sheriffs recently made the news as part of a broader conversation about rethinking law enforcement. In particular, the Los Angeles board of supervisors is considering options to remove Los Angeles Sheriff Alex Villanueva. As a charter county, Los Angeles has express constitutional power to amend its charter to provide removal procedures for elected county officers like its sheriff.

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The Hollywood Lawyer

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Four years ago, the Broadway show producer of “Shuffle Along” sued its’ insurer, Lloyd’s of London, over the loss of coverage when the show had to end abruptly when the main actress became pregnant. Four years later, both parties have agreed to render the case “discontinued” and drop the case. The cases rested on whether the star, Audra McDonald pregnancy “qualified as an “accident” or “illness.” The insurer claimed that “in

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A People's Choice

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

When you hire a divorce lawyer, you are probably not the lawyer’s top priority. In most instances, the person doing most of the work on your divorce papers is a California divorce paralegal employed at the law firm. Instead of paying inflated hourly rates to an attorney solely to work through their divorce paralegal, you should have a California non-attorney legal document assistant prepare your divorce documents.

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Nolo's Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

As a thought experiment, imagine what types of questions you would put on the civics exam that every immigrant who hopes to become a U.S. citizen must pass. Details of early U.S. history, perhaps? An introduction to America’s foundational or contemporary economic and social philosophy? A reminder of when to pay federal income taxes? The exam that has been in use for years contained a smattering of all of the above on its list of 100 possible questions.

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NCBA

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

By Yazmeen Gadalla On November 26, the United States will come together to celebrate Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a time to look back at the year prior and to give thanks. It is also a time to look forward and be thankful for what is to come. Thanksgiving is the pinnacle of the fall season, transitioning […].

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OneLegal

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

For a full list of all California courts and more information about their known status, visit our California courts updates page on the Support Center. Please note: All resources shared by One Legal are intended as high-level summaries only. For a full picture of each court’s response to the challenges of COVID-19, please visit the individual court […].

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A People's Choice

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

It It is possible to get divorced without lawyers, without going to court, and for much less money than members of the “high net worth divorce crowd” pay. With this in mind, finalizing your divorce may actually be closer within your reach than you think! A California legal document assistant can help you get your final divorce decree easily and hassle-free by preparing your divorce documents.

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SimplyLawJobs

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Are you thinking of kick-starting a legal career but have no idea where to start? The legal industry is growing, and individuals seeking legal services are ready to pay handsomely to get top-notch services. To succeed in the industry, you need to start gradually and build up your skills and experience. Careers in the legal industry are always evolving, and you need to adapt to fit what the job market demands.

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ALPS

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

“We must cultivate our garden.” —Voltaire, Candide. I wasn’t much of a Voltaire fan when I was assigned Candide in a European History course in college, which seems like 100 years ago. Truth be told, I find it about as impenetrable today as I did back then. As an avid vegetable gardener, however, I find value in his words above. I also think that applying some basic rules of gardening to the legal profession can yield a more bountiful and satisfying law practice.

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In the world of legal proceedings, the choice between a certified stenographer and digital "reporting" holds significant implications. Certified stenographers go through rigorous training and testing and stand as the gold standard for accuracy in capturing every word. Their expertise ensures a reliable record, a crucial foundation for legal cases.

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Gravel2Gavel

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

By Matthew Oresman and Henrietta Worthington. Hydrogen is gaining global recognition for its potential as a key player in the energy transition. Investors and businesses are exploring opportunities across multiple sectors, including energy, manufacturing, transport and finance. According to a report by Bloomberg, the current pipeline for global hydrogen projects is worth an estimated $90 billion.

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A People's Choice

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

If you have made up your mind to get divorced without hiring a lawyer, you might try to reassure yourself that divorce is just a matter of completing the proper divorce paperwork. Once you see the sheer volume of paperwork required even in uncomplicated divorce cases, though, you will not feel so confident. Filling out all those divorce papers by yourself is a lot of work.

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SimplyLawJobs

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

As a trainee you’re going to be constantly learning, dealing with new situations, and working long hours — it’s natural to be stressed out sometimes. But it’s important to take steps to reduce and manage your stress levels before it takes over your life. We’ve covered four self-care strategies for stressed trainees. Cut Back on Alcohol and Caffeine.

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InHouseBlog

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Common job interview questions may result in uncommon or suboptimal answers. Listen to Bill Gates for his thoughts on the topic. For your legal job interview, do your research and get multiple perspectives on topics such as how to answer salary questions , what questions you should be asking at the interview , how to prepare for an in-house interview , and last but not least, how to ace the in-house counsel job interview.

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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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