NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MARCH 31, 2022

Lawyers are generally not super tech-savvy. Lawyers are just busy with substantive work. And so, attorneys often lean on staff to assist with technology matters. But, they do that in a way that is ad hoc , most often – which is how just about everything is done in law firms. That person may be a lawyer or a non-lawyer.

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LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 23, 2023

The latest in legal technology may seem overstated to some. However, it is abundantly obvious that many legal technology solutions are already significantly improving the lives of attorneys. 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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Above The Law

JULY 28, 2023

We invited Megan Zavieh of Zavieh Law onto the Non-Eventcast to talk about modern legal ethics issues and provide us with real answers about how to handle them. The post I Walk The Line: Legal Ethics & The Impact Of Technology On Lawyer Burnout appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Legal Ease

JANUARY 5, 2022

Every year, the ABA and the Legal Technology Resource Center conduct a legal technology survey seeking information from law firms of all sizes about how they use technology for everything from cybersecurity to cloud computing services to marketing and more. Technology Basics and Security. Law Office Technology.

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LawTechnologyToday

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The 2022 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report: Law Office Technology is now available for purchase! The 2022 edition features five volumes, each with detailed charts, tables, and trends: 2022 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report: Combined Volumes I-V. III: Law Office Technology. Communication Software.

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LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 8, 2022

Simply put, trial lawyers are storytellers. This is where technology comes in. My First Firsthand Technology Win. The jury’s reception of my use of technology convinced me early in my career that technology is essential to effective trial presentation. The Tech Challenge for Lawyers. We want to present well.

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MyCase

AUGUST 25, 2023

Criminal justice technology is a popular topic, thanks in part to television shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Beyond flashy displays and digital crime scene recreations, there are also technology tools that help criminal defense lawyers provide better, more efficient representation. What Is Criminal Justice Technology?

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Above The Law

MAY 22, 2024

The post How Savvy Lawyers Build Their Law Firm Rate Sheet appeared first on Above the Law. Many attorneys are clueless. Here's how you can avoid being one of them.

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Attorney at Work

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

It’s a battle as old as WordPerfect versus Word: Should lawyers type? Since lawyers have keyboarding skills, how many can be assigned to one admin assistant? All the extra stuff that you, the lawyer, get to do — or worse, pile up because you are too busy to handle it. Imagine all the cost savings … right?

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MARCH 17, 2023

Technology is an integral part of any business, including law firms and legal departments. Even if you don’t work at a firm specializing in technology, you will still use computers and software daily. However, litigation technology can be tricky to understand. Learn 10 Paralegal Tips to Fast-Track Your Career.

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LawTechnologyToday

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Modern technology can be an incredible resource for the legal profession, but it’s far from a panacea. Discrimination lawyers would likely be the first to point out that there’s a dark side to today’s tech, too. Lawyers don’t need to become modern-day Luddites, waging war on technology, but they should be aware of its shortcomings.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

JULY 22, 2023

Broadly speaking, lawyers take on too much. But, the fact is that this also has a direct effect on how much a lawyer can make. Hear me out: Because lawyers try to do everything, and to do everything perfectly, they’re also more prone than the general population to take on more work than they need to. You know how it is.

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The Estrin Report

JANUARY 30, 2023

By Lawrence Pascoe Compared to other businesses, lawyers have not evolved in how they serve their clients Let’s be honest; the way lawyers serve their clients has not changed much , not just from the late 1970s when I started practicing law but probably since the 1200s when England passed laws regulating the conduct of the legal profession.

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Above The Law

APRIL 11, 2024

It pays to be on top of technology! The post Lawyers Love A High-Tech Firm appeared first on Above the Law.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MARCH 11, 2022

Technology becomes an ally for many of us who are confronted with these challenges. The following paralegal technology tools, apps, and websites can permit a smoother transition to hybrid work and online environments while at the same time, sustaining the flow and social integration that are so necessary for legal professionals.

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

The 2022 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report: Technology Basic & Security is now available for purchase! The 2022 edition features five volumes, each with detailed charts, tables, and trends: 2022 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report: Combined Volumes I-V. II: Technology Basics & Security. Technology Policies.

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LawTechnologyToday

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Tremendous opportunities exist for transactional practitioners to leverage technology to optimize outcomes. Each trend has its roots in the now well-established field of litigation-support technology. Another important tool in the litigator’s toolbox is Technology Assisted Review (TAR). Document Review Tools. Automation.

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Above The Law

MAY 1, 2023

Let’s look at the critical role lawyers play in advising clients on the legal and regulatory issues they will face. The post Navigating The Legal Complexities Of Nascent Technologies appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Estrin Report

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Lawyers are often smart, ambitious, and highly educated. That being said, what does it take to stand out and become a “Top Lawyer” in your specific field of law? What is the “backstory” that brought you to this particular career path in Law? When Shakespeare said “first kill all the lawyers,” it was meant as a compliment.

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JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2023

(MSG Entertainment) regarding its reported use of facial recognition software to identify and deny entry to MSG venues for all lawyers affiliated with law firms that represent clients in pending litigation related to MSG Entertainment. The policy may affect up to 90 law firms and thousands of lawyers.

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LawTechnologyToday

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The ABA TechReport combines data from the annual ABA Legal Technology Survey Report with expert analysis, observations, and predictions from leaders in the legal technology field. Since 2001, the ABA Legal Technology Survey Report has polled lawyers for their opinions about the legal technology options available to them.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 24, 2022

And yet, in-house lawyers don't seem in a rush to invest in tech solutions. The post Technology Emerges As Top Concern For In-House Counsel appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

JULY 19, 2021

Journalists, lawyers, business executives, and human rights activists across the world appear to have been targeted by government actors using the Pegasus software sold by Israeli security company NSO Group according to an investigation revealed Sunday. Article 5 of the Geneva Convention protects a “person.

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LawSites

MARCH 24, 2022

It has been a year since I have reported on a state adopting the duty of technology competence for lawyers , but now there is another: Hawai?i, 1, 2022, the state’s Rules of Professional Conduct were amended to revise Comment 6 to Rule 1.1 , pertaining to competence, to add the duty of technology competence.

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LawTechnologyToday

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

At times, onboarding clients or lawyers can pose challenges that must be addressed. It’s no secret that lawyers have to work efficiently for their clients, and this process can make it difficult to reach goals promptly. Technology for HR may be the missing piece your firm needs to achieve success. Assess Workflow Management.

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CARET Legal

APRIL 5, 2024

Lawyer burnout can significantly impact a lawyer’s ability to perform and deliver quality work, affecting productivity, revenue and client relationships. Lawyer burnout is a significant and prevalent issue in the modern legal profession. What Causes Lawyer Burnout?

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Above The Law

JUNE 14, 2024

The post Too Many Lawyers Don’t Have Websites appeared first on Above the Law. Not having a website can cause a firm to miss opportunities.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 7, 2022

Where will you focus your technology spending in the next months? So we asked our experts: What do you think small law firms should (or should not) be spending their technology dollars on in 2022? So we asked our experts: What do you think small law firms should (or should not) be spending their technology dollars on in 2022?

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LawTechnologyToday

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The 2022 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report: Marketing & Communication Technology is now available for purchase! The 2022 edition features five volumes, each with detailed charts, tables, and trends: 2022 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report: Combined Volumes I-V. IV: Marketing & Communication Technology.

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MyCase

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

In a few of my recent posts I shared data on lawyer demographics, diversity , stressors, and future plans obtained from the recently released ABA Profile of the Profession 2021. The Report also includes a lot of interesting data about lawyers’ use of technology. Online legal resources.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 10, 2023

American Legal Technology Awards provides recognition for often thankless work. The post Awards Recognize The People Out Here Making Lawyering Suck Less appeared first on Above the Law.

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LawTechnologyToday

DECEMBER 7, 2022

The ABA TechReport combines data from the annual ABA Legal Technology Survey Report with expert analysis, observations, and predictions from leaders in the legal technology field. The results of the 2022 ABA Legal Technology Resource Center’s Legal Technology Survey are in. Law Firm Websites.

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LawTechnologyToday

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Technology holds power for all kinds of businesses. Law firms, especially, are areas where tech holds vast potential to revolutionize everything. From administrative tasks to remote work, technology helps staff members optimize their responsibilities and increase the firm’s profitability. Payroll automation. Remote work.

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LawTechnologyToday

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The 2022 ABA Legal Technology Survey Report is now available for purchase! The ABA Legal Technology Survey Report is the most comprehensive study available of lawyers’ actual technology use, spanning a vast range of topics from security and basic office software to technology budgets, marketing tools, and much more.

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LawTechnologyToday

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Learning something new is never easy—especially technology. But holding back on implementing new technology at your law firm hinders its growth. . The 2021 Legal Trends Report uncovered that extensive use of well-implemented technology correlates with firm success. Here’s what they had to say. Start with the basics .

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LawTechnologyToday

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

We are living in a technologically advanced aged. Like everything else, the legal practice is wired in and integrating technology into every aspect of litigation. If you want an attorney who will win your case, you have to find attorneys with the technological edge. 4) Mobile Technology. 6) Cloud Technology.

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