Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Hot Off the Presses: Meta AI Chatbot Trained with User Posts and ChatGPT Is Not Limited to September 2021 Data. The post ChatGPT Is a Lot More Valuable to Lawyers Now appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Lawmatics
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Lawmatics is all treat and no trick when it comes to our brand new features, including appointment time zone selections, company matter add-ons, and much more. So grab a pumpkin spice latte and hunker down for this fresh new batch of features. Simple scheduling for different time zones Does your firm operate in multiple areas or with remote staff? We've simplified appointment and event coordination for you by introducing a new Time Zone field.
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IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Last week, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) reached a tentative three-year deal to resolve a writer’s strike following a labor dispute with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). The deal was reached on September 27, 2023, after a 148-day strike, which was the second-longest in the union’s history. According to USA Today, the WGA’s leadership board has lifted the restraining order barring writers from returning to work, and its members will vote to officially ratify t
Legally Speaking
OCTOBER 21, 2023
Welcome to another special Clio Con episode! In today’s episode, we explore the fascinating intersection of law, advocacy, and technology through the lens of Clio Con. Clio Con is not just another legal conference; it’s a dynamic, forward-thinking event that brings together legal professionals from all walks of life to discuss cutting-edge developments in the industry.
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Hanzo Blog
OCTOBER 24, 2023
We will likely now all agree that the latest generation of AI has emerged as a game-changer. Its potential is undeniable and prevalent across every sector, industry, and use case. Yet, many enterprises remain stuck in the "Proof of Concept" (POC) phase due to various barriers, testing the waters but never diving in. It's time to move beyond this and build real-world applications using AI.
3 Geeks and a Law Blog
OCTOBER 16, 2023
On this episode of The Geek in Review, hosts Marlene Gebauer and Greg Lambert delve into how AI can transform legal writing with ClearBrief founder and CEO Jacqueline Schafer. As a former litigator, Schafer experienced firsthand the frustrating scramble to finalize briefs and prepare filings. She founded ClearBrief in 2020 to leverage AI to analyze documents and suggest relevant evidence and citations to streamline drafting.
Trial Strategy Today brings together the best content for law professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Lawmatics
OCTOBER 17, 2023
More than a resume, attorney biographies introduce the people behind the law firm. A thoughtfully crafted bio acts as a conversation starter, providing a window into an attorney's unique personality and passion for the law. Attorney bios are typically located within the law firm's About page and serve as a great opportunity to establish expertise and forge authentic connections.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 1, 2023
PERA is no doubt an ambitious bill. In terms of its design, the proposed legislation attempts to deal with each of the Supreme Court’s decisions in Alice, Mayo and Myriad, plus all of their progeny applications thereafter engendered by the Federal Circuit, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), all the way down to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) examining corp.
The Cloud Court Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2023
If you’re worried about substitute service providers and existing companies breaking into your livelihood, read on. Stop asking whether AI will take your job. It can’t, not with inherent physical and technical limitations and the high costs to train LLMs. Instead, ask how soon could someoneuse AI to augment their capabilities and take your job. Understand how you differentiate yourself (or not) from services that are trying to whittle away your customer base.
Hanzo Blog
OCTOBER 31, 2023
In the ever-evolving world of AI, many organizations find themselves trapped in what several affectionately term the "pilot purgatory." They're stuck in a cycle of testing and retesting, never quite making the leap to full-scale implementation. So, how do you break free and harness the true potential of AI? Let's dive in.
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.
InHouseBlog
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The tension between in-house legal departments and their outside counsel can sometimes be palpable. In-house counsel, many of whom grew up as lawyers in BigLaw, often find themselves perplexed and astonished at how their outside counsel perform their services and bill them. At the largest law firms these days, billable rates are continuing to rise to the stratosphere.
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Amy Hunt | You don’t have to be a LinkedIn influencer or frequent poster for LinkedIn to be a potent business development tool. The post LinkedIn for Lawyers Who Don’t Like LinkedIn appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Lawmatics
OCTOBER 12, 2023
In a competitive market, law firms require robust legal software to streamline their marketing and client intake processes. Email campaigns to nurture and follow-up with prospects are a necessity. However, when running a busy practice, writing compelling marketing copy from scratch can’t (and shouldn’t) be a firm’s top priority. Although many legal professionals have strong opinions regarding the use of legal AI tools, a recent survey of lawyers found a large majority (82 percent) believe that g
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 9, 2023
California is poised to become the third state to enact a right to repair law aimed at making it easier for independent repair shops and consumers to repair electronic devices. This might sound well and good—until you think about what it actually means for IP owners. While repair advocates may not care about, or even acknowledge, the IP side of the equation, the not-so-hidden truth of the right to repair movement is that it expands repair opportunities for consumers by taking away the rights of
Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story
Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.
Legally Speaking
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Welcome to another special Clio Con episode, where we explore the latest developments in the legal industry and the exciting world of legal technology. Clio Con is a dynamic conference that brings together legal innovators, tech enthusiasts, and legal professionals eager to shape the future of law. Hosted by Clio, a leading legal software company, this event is all about driving positive change and innovation in the legal industry.
3 Geeks and a Law Blog
OCTOBER 2, 2023
[Ed. Note: This episode discusses sensitive issues including depression and suicide. -GL] Mental health and wellbeing issues have long posed challenges in the legal profession. However, in this thoughtful episode of The Geek in Review podcast, hosts Marlene Gebauer and Greg Lambert have an enlightening discussion with three experts on concrete ways to foster greater wellness.
InHouseBlog
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Tom Fishburne started drawing cartoons on the backs of Harvard Business School cases. His cartoons have grown by word of mouth to reach 200,000 business readers each week and have been featured by the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, and the New York Times. He draws many concepts from his experience in the business world: “A friend told me recently that if she listened to her lawyers on a new product launch, the packaging would be blank.
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Get to the Point! | Lawyers are notorious for adding suffix upon suffix to kill off perfectly serviceable action verbs to replace them with monsters: zombie nouns. The post Ditch the Zombie Nouns Starting This Halloween appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Advertiser: Trellis
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Lawmatics
OCTOBER 6, 2023
If you’re in the legal field, you’re well acquainted with the ways in which a good (or bad!) reputation can have an enormous impact on your practice’s success. Email deliverability is no different; mailbox providers (MBPs) use a variety of factors to determine what kind of reputation should be associated with your emails. Let’s break it down: IP Reputation An IP address is like a home address for your computer on the internet or local network, ensuring data sent from your computer reaches the co
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 12, 2023
A trademark lawsuit filed by popular grocery store chain, Trader Joe’s, against a cryptocurrency platform called “Trader Joe”—which the complaint alleges is a deliberate reference to the supermarket—has come to light this week. Trader Joe’s claims that the crypto firm buried its origin story in order to win international litigation over the domain name, traderjoexyz.com.
Legally Speaking
OCTOBER 27, 2023
In this episode, we dive into the world of legal technology and the transformative power of the Clio Cloud Conference. Discover what Clio Con is all about and why it’s become a must-attend event for legal professionals worldwide. Clio, a mission-driven company, is at the forefront of impacting the legal profession and providing access to justice.
3 Geeks and a Law Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2023
This week on The Geek in Review podcast Marlene Gebauer and Greg Lambert featured guests Colin Levy , Ashley Carlisle , and Dorna Moini discussing Levy’s recently published book “ Handbook of Legal Tech.” Levy edited the book and contributors included Moini, Carlisle’s CEO, Tony Thai, and many more legal technology experts. The book provides an overview of key technologies transforming the legal industry like automation, AI, blockchain, document automation, CLM, and more.
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InHouseBlog
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Many law firm lawyers yearn to move in-house, citing such benefits as abandoning the hassles of timesheets and eliminating the pressure to develop business. To successfully make this move, you must understand how the ideal in-house candidate profile differs from that for most law firms. In-house employers usually don’t value academic credentials such as law school prestige and the candidate’s class rank as highly as law firms do; rather, they weigh legal experience, business sense, and interpers
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Whatever technology or platform you use, building authentic relationships requires intentionality, curiosity and vulnerability. The post Leveraging Technology for Building Authentic Relationships appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Lawmatics
OCTOBER 10, 2023
There’s a lot of talk (and confusion) around law firms these days about customer relationship management (CRM) systems. Is law firm automation the same as law firm marketing automation ? Or is it a function of sales? What does it do? Do we need it? This blog aims to answer some of your most pressing questions about CRM. What is a CRM? A CRM is a type of technology that manages all of an organization’s relationships with current and potential clients.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 24, 2023
On October 23, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) Office of the Chief Economist (OCE) published a report detailing patent application filing trends at the USPTO related to COVID-19 diagnostics technologies. The OCE found that filing activity surged following the arrival of the novel coronavirus in early 2020, with much of that increase driven by small companies and research institutions.
Legally Speaking
OCTOBER 26, 2023
This marks our 10th special Clio Con episodes! In this episode, we continue to dive into the dynamic world of legal technology and its impact on modern law firms. Join us as we explore the exciting insights and discussions from the recent Clio Con event. Clio Con is the ultimate gathering for legal professionals, a place where innovation and excellence converge.
Hanzo Blog
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is tasked with creating and enforcing regulations that safeguard investors, promote fair and transparent markets, and facilitate capital formation. Recently, the SEC revised Rule 18a-6 to include Security-Based Swap Dealers (SBSDs) and Major Security-Based Swap Participants (MSBSPs).
InHouseBlog
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Whether you are already a General Counsel or Chief Legal Officer , or you are aspiring to be one , you are likely on the lookout for general counsel compensation trends. Reviewing our In-House Counsel Salaries Guide is a place to start, and there are other resources available that specifically focus on general counsel compensation. BarkerGilmore and Equilar recently released their 2023 General Counsel Pay Trends Report and it is chock full of data that even a statistics nerd would admire. “
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Sally Schmidt | If you experience service-related problems, here are some tips for dealing with clients. The post When Things Go Wrong With Clients appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Lawmatics
OCTOBER 3, 2023
The law firms that respond to leads first typically turn them into clients. Unfortunately, lawyers tend to be slow when responding to incoming leads. A recent lawyer response study found that of the 967 participating law firms, 33 percent did not respond to the researchers’ lead form submissions at all. As a result, these prospective clients often go elsewhere.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 22, 2023
In Part I of this article, I recalled the early years of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, when the court was working well, and how it all went wrong. In this second half, I recount how the America Invents Act (AIA) has fundamentally shifted the power in patent enforcement and policy. I close on a positive note, detailing the current legislative efforts that, if enacted, will restore balance in the U.S. patent system, which is necessary for continued innovation leadership, econo
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