LawTechnologyToday

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Your legal documents should capture your practice’s intellectual capital and set it apart from other competitors. While drafting methods have remained relatively unchanged for decades, the increasingly hyper-competitive legal market has forced attorneys to seek out and adopt new legal technologies to streamline their drafting processes.

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CARET Legal

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Leave missed deadlines and forgotten tasks behind with CARET Legal Workflows Routine Tasks Perfect for Automation Every attorney at every law firm has a set of repetitive activities they execute on a daily/weekly basis. The automation of legal workflows has become a game-changer for law offices.

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The Estrin Report

AUGUST 26, 2021

Virtual assistants specialize in various industries such as marketing, real estate, accounting, law or financial services. You can become a generalist or specialize in a legal specialty such as bankruptcy, litigation, real estate, estate planning or corporate. Here is a partial list: • Email management. Data entry.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2019

Attorneys are very good at creating specific documents for clients from existing templates.? The average solo lawyer would pay less than $100 per month for document automation software; and still, most law firms don’t implement it.? What if you could finalize an estate planning package in 1/4 of the time.?

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LawSites

APRIL 6, 2022

LEAP Legal Software , an international provider of cloud-based practice management software for smaller law firms, has acquired WealthCounsel , a leading provider of software, training and support for estate planning lawyers, and its related company ElderCounsel. LEAP CEO Richard Hugo-Hamman.

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LawTechnologyToday

DECEMBER 16, 2022

As the world emerges from a pandemic that forced the world to change, many lawyers are questioning whether the technological changes we have made in our practices will be permanent or revert to past habits. Are firms continuing to adopt cloud-based software for their remote workers? What new software products are growing in use?

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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? Pro Tip from an Attorney.

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Rocket Matter

OCTOBER 3, 2023

It’s any activity that’s part of what an attorney, or a paralegal, needs to do to complete the work you have been contracted to perform for a client. The dilemma is this: you want to track your hours accurately, but you don’t want to have to put in extra work for it. Here’s a guide to how to get over that hump. 2 billable hours.

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LawSites

MAY 13, 2021

Even so, most firms plan to increase their budgets for technology and process software and adopt more cloud-based technologies, the survey reports. The survey drew responses from 201 business and legal professionals at firms worldwide, ranging in size from 25 to more than 500 attorneys. ” Of the remainder, 7.5%

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Knackly

APRIL 26, 2023

Attorneys are integral to the modern world. In today’s world, attorneys must be prepared to face a pile of documents and are expected to sift through every aspect of their case, ensuring that they are always up-to-date on all relevant forms and accurate in all of their provided information.

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

What with COVID, the economy and the day-to-challenges of practicing law and managing a firm, it’s been a tough three years. Small Law Firms survey conducted by Thomson Reuters, in collaboration with the American Bar Association’s Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division. So says the 2022 State of U.S.

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MyCase

JULY 29, 2021

We love to learn about their practices and share their stories and secrets of success with you whether in webinars , customer testimonials , or on this blog. In today’s post you’ll learn about attorney Chris Huether and his Minnesota-based immigration law firm, Huether & Luethner, Ltd. Chris, welcome.

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MyCase

AUGUST 16, 2022

According to Law.com , attorney retirement in New York is “remarkably complex” with “variations of ‘retire’… used in different contexts.” It is never too soon to begin planning. Some law firms have policies that require attorneys to retire by a certain age—usually between 65 and 70. When Do Lawyers Retire? ABA rule 1.4

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LawSites

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Bessemer Venture Partners , a VC firm that has already made substantial investments in legal technology companies such as Clio, DISCO and Anaqua, has acquired a majority stake in Litify , a law practice management platform founded in 2016 by a team of people who came out of Morgan & Morgan, the largest plaintiffs’ law firm in the United States.

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MyCase

AUGUST 10, 2022

Several factors affect attorney salary and determine a law firm’s profitability. . In this article, we’ll cover the basic factors that influence attorney salary and how you can maximize billable hours, to make the most money as a lawyer. . On the high end of the pay scale are Big Law attorneys. How Do Lawyers Bill Clients?

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 24, 2023

There are so many different factors when considering whether or not it’s worth it to become a litigation paralegal, including the size of the law firm you work for and the attorney you work with at that firm. A litigation paralegal is a legal professional who provides vital support to attorneys who work in the area of litigation.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 11, 2022

For example, Attorney at Work’s Top 20 Articles of 2021 captures the zeitgeist of what’s on the minds of small law firms. In the early days of cloud computing, I used to point to iTunes as a model cloud application because it provided the best of both worlds — online content in native Mac software.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

She was one of my first new hires after taking on a paralegal manager position in 2004. It was paralegals like Kim who made my job as a manager so much easier. You can fast-track your career with our 3-Step Roadmap to Manage Cases Like a Rockstar Litigation Paralegal! Prefer Audio Instead of Reading? ARE YOU NEW TO LITIGATION?

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LawTechnologyToday

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Our goal was to find great examples of successful law firms—and to define best practices for other legal professionals hoping to grow their businesses. The Growing firms have increased their revenues by over 200% since 2013, meaning that firms in this group have managed to triple their revenue during this time period.

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MyCase

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Pay for lawyers can be a complicated process that depends on several factors, such as practice area, case type, firm size, and how the lawyer chooses to charge. Fortunately, there are ways to plan and simplify your firm’s pay structure to maximize profit. Types of Attorney Fees. How do lawyers get paid? Fixed Fees. Hourly Rates.

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MyCase

DECEMBER 15, 2022

And so on In this overview, we’ll detail how to start a law firm using practical “small” steps, so you don’t put off the idea for yet another year. This includes what to consider before starting, the costs, and practical tips on how to open a successful law firm. What Should You Consider Before Starting a Law Firm?

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MyCase

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In this overview, we’ll detail how to start a law firm using practical “small” steps, so you don’t put off the idea for yet another year. This includes what to consider before starting, the costs, and practical tips on how to open a successful law firm. . No coverage for vacations (unless you hire partner attorneys) .

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Rocket Matter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

ChatGPT and similar adaptive Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies have the potential to change the way we work forever. While these technologies can’t—and shouldn’t—replace most of the very sensitive work legal staff do for their clients, ChatGPT can save your team much-needed time to maximize billable hours.

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The Estrin Report

MAY 30, 2021

The other day, I placed a senior attorney at a very large non-profit organization. Work life changed – working remotely is no longer considered taboo; flexible work schedules seem to produce more work product; On the other hand, these changes have been happening for a very long time. The company was seeking a Director/Corporate Secretary.

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MyCase

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

In this article, we’ll provide tips on creating a productive remote work environment and go over the top tools you need to succeed as a remote attorney. Is it Possible to Be a Remote Attorney? It depends on your practice area and daily demands. . How to Be a Successful Remote Work Attorney. Let’s dive in. .

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MyCase

AUGUST 2, 2022

Perhaps they’re thinking about divorce but aren’t ready to contact a divorce attorney. In addition, you can use a website CTA for routing potential clients to a custom client intake form powered by MyCase software. Why CTAs are essential to law firm websites . Frequently asked questions about CTAs . What is a Call to Action? .

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MyCase

AUGUST 2, 2022

Perhaps they’re thinking about divorce but aren’t ready to contact a divorce attorney. In addition, you can use a website CTA for routing potential clients to a custom client intake form powered by MyCase software. Why CTAs are essential to law firm websites . Frequently asked questions about CTAs . What is a Call to Action? .

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ALPS

APRIL 18, 2022

You might as well resort to reading goat entrails and tea leaves to predict the future of law practice, because it is woefully unclear what law firms will decide. The Battle Royal: Hybrid or Back to the Office? . Others are demanding office meetings or even traveling to attend meetings with the client. . In August, 4.3 Why the exodus?

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MyCase

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Building an advertising plan from scratch involves four steps. . Practice Group — Extremely competitive specialties, such as personal injury law, may require a larger advertising budget than others. With more than 1.3 But where to start? . We’ll also discuss: Common forms of legal advertising . Determine Your Target Audience .

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LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 3, 2023

CF: I have only tried ChatGPT and like with anything new, you have to go in with managed expectations. RT: I’ve used it to help me write an upcoming Future Proofing column in Law Practice magazine. Do you have any plans to try it, and if so, for what purpose? Then I asked it for some statistics to add to the article.

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The Estrin Report

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Rick is passionate about helping injured workers and has been recognized consecutive years by Super Lawyers Magazine as a top-rated attorney in his field, an honor reserved for only 5% of Georgia attorneys. Did you want to be an attorney “when you grew up”? You are a successful attorney. – Chere Estrin.

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The Estrin Report

MAY 30, 2021

The other day, I placed a senior attorney at a very large non-profit organization. Work life changed – working remotely is no longer considered taboo; flexible work schedules seem to produce more work product; On the other hand, these changes have been happening for a very long time. The company was seeking a Director/Corporate Secretary.

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LawSites

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Last year, I reported here on the acquisition by LEAP Legal Software , an international provider of cloud-based practice management software for smaller law firms, of WealthCounsel , one of the leading providers of software, training and support for estate planning and elder law attorneys.

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LawSites

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Whereas 2020 ended with hope for a return to some sense of normalcy – even if it was to be the much-vaunted “new normal” – 2021 ends with us still wondering about what the future holds and how to plan for it. As awful as was the year 2020 for so many reasons, my year-end report last year found reasons to be optimistic.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

APRIL 7, 2021

Professional Development and Training Manager. Project Manager for legal support vendor. Maybe you’ve been a litigation paralegal for several years (or corporate paralegal, real estate paralegal…fill in any practice area here) and you’re looking for a career change. Pro Bono Program Coordinator.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

APRIL 13, 2023

Some of the words that attorneys use to describe their indispensable paralegal include: My Rockstar Paralegal My Superstar Paralegal Our MVP My Right-Hand Person I want to clarify that what I’m going to be discussing are habits, not skills or traits. You could take some courses on mind-reading so that you know what the attorney is thinking.

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LawSites

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Whereas 2020 ended with hope for a return to some sense of normalcy – even if it was to be the much-vaunted “new normal” – 2021 ends with us still wondering about what the future holds and how to plan for it. As awful as was the year 2020 for so many reasons, my year-end report last year found reasons to be optimistic.

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