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AI Adoption Nearly Doubles Among Small Law Firms, According to Smokeball’s 2025 State of Law Report

Law Sites

The adoption of generative artificial intelligence in small law firms has almost doubled over the past year, with 53% of small firms and solo practitioners now integrating gen AI into their workflows, up from 27% in 2023, according to the 2025 State of Law Report released today by law practice management company Smokeball.

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Fully Fixed-Price Legal Services: How Your Firm Can Make the Switch

Attorney at Work

Adam Philipp | Learn how to shift from hourly billing, set fair prices, and improve efficiency. Explore our seven lessons learned. The post Fully Fixed-Price Legal Services: How Your Firm Can Make the Switch appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Paladin, Building On Acquisition Of Pro Bono Manager, Unveils Analytics Platform for Law Firm Pro Bono

Law Sites

Paladin, a company whose platform connects lawyers with opportunities to provide free legal help, is today launchingPaladin Insights, a new data analytics platform designed to provide real-time reporting capabilities for pro bono legal teams.

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9 Best Contract Analysis Software Tools to Speed Up Approvals

Percipient

Ever had a contract review stall a deal because legal was buried in paperwork? Waiting daysor even weeksfor approvals, risk assessments, and redlines isnt just frustrating; it slows down business. AI-powered contract analysis tools solve this problem by automating reviews, flagging risks, and streamlining approvals. But not all solutions are created equal.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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Cleary Gottlieb acquires London-founded product development boutique Springbok AI

Legal IT Insider

Cleary Gottlieb announced today (17 March) the acquisition of Springbok AI, a London-founded product development company that last year launched SpringLaw, a LLM-agnostic no code solution that enables legal organisations […] The post Cleary Gottlieb acquires London-founded product development boutique Springbok AI appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Public Transit Agency Held Liable for Assault by Bus Driver With Anger History

Insurance Journal

The Boston area’s public transportation agency is not immune from liability for injuries caused by an assault on a customer by one of its bus drivers who had a history that included anger management issues and a prior assault.

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Florida Report on MGAs Fell Through the Cracks, Commissioners Say

Insurance Journal

A draft report examining Florida insurers’ relationships with their managing general agents fell through the cracks and was never finished, a current and a former state insurance commissioner told state lawmakers at a hearing last week.

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The Marshall Project Wins NPPA Award for ‘Inside Story’ Investigations

The Marshall Project

Inside Story is an innovative video series that brings critical accountability and investigative journalism to prisons, jails and beyond.

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Texas Regulator Reports Recovering $58M in 2024 Restitutions

Insurance Journal

The Texas Department of Insurance’s Fraud Unit contributed to investigations landing nearly $58 million in court-ordered restitution last year.

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The Complete Guide to Solo Travel for Lawyers: Tips, Tricks, and Essentials

Destination Articles Blog

As a lawyer, your days are packed with client meetings, court deadlines, and endless paperwork. The pressure never seems to stop, and before you know it, burnout creeps in. You need a break to help you recharge, gain new perspectives, and grow professionally. Traveling alone allows you to explore new places at your own pace without adjusting to someone elses schedule.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

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Abbott, Reckitt Face New Trial Over Premature Infant Formula

Insurance Journal

A Missouri judge has ordered Abbott Laboratories and Reckitt Benckiser unit Mead Johnson to face a new trial over allegations that they failed to warn a mother about the risks of their specialized baby formulas for premature infants, re-opening a …

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How to Overcome the Challenges of Managing a Virtual Law Firm?

Destination Articles Blog

Running a law firm is about practicing law, managing a business, and leading a team. You must manage your team, stay updated with legal changes, and keep your firm growing. The legal industry is evolving fast, and law practices are no longer the only option. More firms are going virtual, using technology to streamline operations, reduce costs, and expand their reach.

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Man Charged With Intoxication Manslaughter in Texas Crash That Killed 5 People

Insurance Journal

A man was charged Friday with intoxication manslaughter after five people were killed and several injured in a late-night wreck in Austin, Texas, that involved over a dozen vehicles on Interstate 35, authorities said.

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How to Overcome the Challenges of Managing a Virtual Law Firm?

Destination Articles Blog

Running a law firm is about practicing law, managing a business, and leading a team. You must manage your team, stay updated with legal changes, and keep your firm growing. The legal industry is evolving fast, and law practices are no longer the only option. More firms are going virtual, using technology to streamline operations, reduce costs, and expand their reach.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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Cyclone Alfred to Cost Australia’s Budget A$1.2B, Hit Growth and Increase Inflation

Insurance Journal

Cyclone Alfred will cost Australia’s March 25 budget at least A$1.2 billion [US$759 million], hit growth and put pressure on inflation, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says.

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The Complete Guide to Solo Travel for Lawyers: Tips, Tricks, and Essentials

Destination Articles Blog

As a lawyer, your days are packed with client meetings, court deadlines, and endless paperwork. The pressure never seems to stop, and before you know it, burnout creeps in. You need a break to help you recharge, gain new perspectives, and grow professionally. Traveling alone allows you to explore new places at your own pace without adjusting to someone elses schedule.

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Aon’s President Andersen Steps Down; CEO Case Assumes Additional Role of President

Insurance Journal

Insurance broker Aon plc announced that Eric Andersen has transitioned from his role as president to serve as a senior adviser to Greg Case, CEO of Aon, through June 2026.

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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on the New Crypto Task Force

Securities Docket

… We don’t want to use our enforcement division to write regulatory policy, and so we’re really trying to get back to using our enforcement division for its intended purpose, and letting the regulatory divisions do the hard work of figuring out how to craft rules, guidance, interpretations, and then enforcement has a rule after that, of course, to enforce the rules that are on the books.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.

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Peruvian Farmer Takes Germany’s RWE to Court in Landmark Climate Case

Insurance Journal

A Peruvian farmer who says German energy giant RWE’s emissions have contributed to the melting of Andean glaciers, increasing the flood risk to his home, took his case to court on Monday in a hearing that could set a precedent …

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Saylor’s Strategy: buy higher, pump harder

Securities Docket

At todays bitcoin price of around $80,000, Strategy could amass another 262,500 bitcoins, bringing its total holdings to 3.6 per cent of all bitcoin in existence. According to JPMorgan research, MicroStrategys bitcoin purchases alone accounted for 28 per cent of last years record capital inflow into crypto markets. Its no exaggeration to say that Strategy is not merely a major player but the market itself a blue whale consuming all the available krill in the bitcoin ocean.[…] Saylor has a

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Bill Would Move Storm Modeling, Research From FIU to FSU Insurance Supercenter

Insurance Journal

Florida International University has long been known as a hurricane research center. Think: the famous Wall of Wind, the giant fan system that tests the effects of 157-mph winds on structures and materials.

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How We Got Here and How We Get Out – Defining Security Status

Securities Docket

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Crypto Task Force will host a series ofroundtablesto discuss key areas of interest in the regulation of crypto assets. The Spring Sprint Toward Crypto Clarity series will begin on March 21 with its inaugural roundtable, How We Got Here and How We Get Out Defining Security Status. The initial roundtable on March 21 is open to the public and will be held from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the SEC’s headquarters at 100 F Street NE, Washington, D.C.

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The New Way of Conducting Patent Research: Proven Strategies For Efficient Due Diligence

Speaker: Andrew Klein and Jennifer Vandenplas

Patent due diligence processes take too long. The information you need is publicly available but accessing it is often tedious & inefficient, requiring you to wade through dozens of PTO websites or for-free tools to gather what you need. Plus, it frequently occurs late in the game, leaving professionals under pressure, sifting through chaotic 100-page PDFs, and frustrated with poorly formatted information & patent numbers.

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Wilson Promoted to CEO of Markel Insurance; Vice Chair Markel to Retire

Insurance Journal

Markel Group said early Monday that Simon Wilson is the new chief executive officer of Markel Insurance. Markel Insurance includes the company’s primary underwriting businesses of Markel Specialty, Markel International, and Markel Global Reinsurance. Wilson was president of Markel International.

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COST BITES 223: HOW MUCH DOES AN UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICATION TO ADDUCE EXPERT EVIDENCE COST? £111,616 (APPROXIMATELY): (OH, AND PLUS YOUR OWN COSTS)

Civil Litigation Brief

I sometimes have to remind people (and remind myself) that one of the aims of this series is to keep an eye on costs awards that are actually made at hearings at trial. This provides an insight into what is.

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Companies Tell Investors DOGE Cuts Will Ultimately Pay Off

Insurance Journal

US executives are trying to soothe concerns that the Department of Government Efficiency’s contract-slashing spree might hurt profits, saying a modernized public sector is more likely to adopt their tools and services.

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Tamim Momeni – E07

Legally Speaking

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, Rob has spoken to Tamim Memeni, Counsel from BLK Partners, to explore his perspective on arbitration and many other legal cornerstones in the UAE.

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Trellis Launches Trellis AI to Streamline Trial Court Litigation

Trellis AI leverages the largest repository of state trial court data to help litigators evaluate cases, automate brief drafting, suggest winning strategies, and more. Key components: Draft Arguments — Uses similar/successful motions in the Trellis database to generate arguments/citations for your motions seeking dismissal, summary judgment, etc. Case Assessment — Predict the likely outcomes of a case at any stage to help you decide to accept it, guide motion practice, make settlement offers, an

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Close Calls at National Airport Raised Questions. Why Were No Changes Made?

Insurance Journal

When Congress pushed ahead last year with adding 10 new daily flights to Washington D.C.

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From Innovation to Investment: LawtechUK’s Ecosystem Tracker Maps the UK’s Legal Tech Success Story 

Legally Speaking

The UKs lawtech sector is booming, with 1.7 billion raised to date– 139.6 million of that in 2024 alone, an increase of nearly 10% on the previous year. The latest LawtechUKEcosystem Tracker Report, which records investment and innovation across the UK legal tech landscape, reveals a sector poised for even greater expansion in 2025.

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Aircraft Caught Fire After Landing in Denver, Sending Passengers onto Wing

Insurance Journal

A fire on an American Airlines plane after it diverted mid-flight and landed at Denver International Airport sent passengers fleeing onto a wing in a fraught evacuation amid billowing clouds of smoke.

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‘Italian vendetta’: SEC targeted by triumphant crypto industry – POLITICO

Securities Docket

But staff are already feeling the fallout: One former SEC employee, who was granted anonymity over concerns of retaliation from the industry, said they are aware of at least one instance where a law firm declined to move forward with interviewing an individual at the agency because of the firms work in crypto. In another case, the former employee said, a law firm pulled an offer.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.