Attorney at Work
AUGUST 2, 2023
Camille Stell | Are you financially prepared for a long life after law? You may live a lot longer than you think — tips for planning accordingly. The post Are You Financially Ready for Retirement? appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Lawmatics
AUGUST 3, 2023
Marketing Automation Software: The Best Investment for Law Firm Growth Staying ahead of the competition requires more than just legal expertise for law firms. Law firms must leverage tools to streamline marketing operations – like automating repetitive marketing tasks and finding ways to enable personalized client interactions at scale. Why Invest in Marketing Automation Software?
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IP Watchdog
AUGUST 3, 2023
On August 2, inventor advocacy group US Inventor held a webinar on provisions of the Promoting and Respecting Economically Vital American Innovation Leadership (PREVAIL) Act that are intended to curb abuses impacting small business patent owners at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). While most panelists on the virtual call acknowledged that the PREVAIL Act wouldn’t solve every problem threatening the U.S. innovation ecosystem’s most vulnerable members, there was widespread agreement that
3 Geeks and a Law Blog
AUGUST 3, 2023
by 3 Geeks ( Ryan McClead , Greg Lambert , and Toby Brown ) This is part 3 in a 3 part series. Part 1 questions Goldman’s Sachs data showing that 44% of of legal tasks could be replaced by Generative AI. In Part 2, we find some better data and estimate an upper limit of 23.5% of revenue that could be reduced by Generative AI. All of our assertions and assumptions will be discussed in further detail in a free LVN Webinar on August 15th.
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.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 1, 2023
Teddy Snyder | America is a violent country, and lawyers have not been spared. Here what to do if you receive a threat. The post Specific Steps to Take If You Receive a Threat appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Lawmatics
AUGUST 1, 2023
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many law firms transitioned to a remote work setup to keep their operations running while keeping their employees safe. While remote work has many benefits, such as increased flexibility and cost savings, it also presents unique challenges, particularly when it comes to managing and supervising remote workers. This blog post will provide law firms with best practices for ensuring adequate supervision and oversight of their remote workers, including effective
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3 Geeks and a Law Blog
AUGUST 2, 2023
by 3 Geeks ( Ryan McClead , Greg Lambert , and Toby Brown ) This is part 2 in a 3 part series. The first part is here. Part 3 will come out tomorrow. The Big Idea: We found a much better dataset, though still small, from which to extrapolate actual effects of Generative AI on the legal industry. Key takeaways: We got anonymized and summarized data for 10 corporate legal departments from LexisNexis CounselLink The data showed that almost 40% of time entries, representing 47% of billings, could po
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 4, 2023
The Friday 5 | Worried about law firm layoffs? Here are five tips for current and future legal job seekers. The post Lawyer Layoffs: 5 Tips for Job-Hunting Lawyers appeared first on Attorney at Work.
InHouseBlog
JULY 29, 2023
Is work-life balance achievable in the in-house world? Many think of life in-house as green pastures where the workload is less and timing more relaxed. But many find in-house life just as demanding and sometimes even more stressful than life at a large law firm. Working at a law firm creates a buffer to some extent from direct client demands, as lawyers in private practice are external to their clients.
IP Watchdog
JULY 31, 2023
On Friday, July 28, President Biden announced a new Executive Order titled “Federal Research and Development in Support of Domestic Manufacturing and United States Jobs.” Rumors that the Administration was considering extending the deeply flawed Department of Energy (DOE) policy (see “More DOE Bureaucracy Equals Less Innovation” to all agencies had been swirling for months.
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MyCase
AUGUST 4, 2023
Legal work pushes lawyers to their limits with hours that often surpass the standard full-time schedule. With most lawyers logging more than 40 hours per week, it’s no surprise that the profession is known as one of the most stressful careers. However, as conversations turn toward the effects of overworking on lawyers’ mental health, it’s important to ask: Can lawyers thrive professionally without sacrificing their personal well-being?
Attorney at Work
JULY 31, 2023
What we perceive — danger, safety, anxiety, peace — depends on whether the Warrior or Guru in your nervous system is activated
InHouseBlog
JULY 29, 2023
Mergers and Acquisitions Guide for In-House Counsel – Intro This mergers and acquisitions guide provides in-house counsel with an overview of the process of selling a privately-held company in an M&A transaction and some of the significant deal points typically negotiated by the parties. While not a comprehensive review of all of the aspects and issues involved in doing an M&A transaction, it should provide in-house counsel with a good idea of what to expect from the process and su
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 2, 2023
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, in a decision published Monday, denied the defendants’ motions to vacate asset freezes in a case brought by Gilead alleging a massive HIV drug counterfeiting ring that involves “hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth” of fake medications. In January 2022, the court unsealed documents in the suit against a slew of defendants who Gilead said sold, marketed, and distributed counterfeits of its HIV medications.
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.
My Shingle
AUGUST 4, 2023
Lawyers Are Unhappy…But Not for the Reasons You Think One of the most common sources of lawyer unhappiness that’s also least discussed is the soul-crushing nature of the work that many of us do. Whether it’s defending large companies with racist or sexist policies, or churning through cookie-cutter cases that are all the same, many… The post Starting a Purpose-Driven Law Firm appeared first on My Shingle.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 2, 2023
Brooke Lively | Where are you spending on marketing that isn't paying off? A simple formula. The post A No-BS Way to Tell If Your Marketing Is Working appeared first on Attorney at Work.
CaseFox
AUGUST 2, 2023
Is your law firm still accepting payments from clients through traditional methods? Are your clients asking to pay online for legal services? Are you looking for different lawyer payment methods? If the answer is yes, you have landed on the perfect blog. These days, clients are looking for convenience, security, and flexibility while making payments for legal services.
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 2, 2023
On July 31, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) hosted a virtual workshop titled Transforming Discoveries into Products: Maximizing NIH’s Levers to Catalyze Technology Transfer. Public comments submitted to the NIH ahead of the event reflect current tensions between advocates supporting either private commercialization or government pricing control of federally-funded medical breakthroughs commercialized by private companies.
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Ethicking
AUGUST 1, 2023
I am a bit late to report this, but in June 2023, the State Bar of Wisconsin Ethics Committee (on which I sit) released Formal Opinion EF-23-01, “Responding to Online Criticism.” In most cases, the Committee’s recommendation as to whether to respond to negative posts on social media or professional review sites is “don’t”: Synopsis: A lawyer may not reveal information relating to the representation of a client in response to online criticism of the lawyer without the affected current, prospectiv
3 Geeks and a Law Blog
JULY 31, 2023
This is the first in a 3-part blog post , it first appeared on The Sente Playbook. The other 2 posts are co-authored by Toby Brown and Greg Lambert and will follow later this week. Apologies for the length of this post, but I was channeling my inner Casey Flaherty. The Big Idea: The data that Goldman used is insufficient to make the claims about Generative AI’s effect on legal that their report did.
CaseFox
AUGUST 1, 2023
You have the right to stay silent on social media. But why stay silent when you can connect with your audience organically and build brand awareness? Social Media for lawyers and firms can bring more clients, boost credibility and help you stand out from the crowd. According to research, currently, 71% of lawyers and firms are getting clients from social media platforms.
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 4, 2023
This week in Other Barks & Bites: Senator Ted Cruz introduces draft legislation to clarify federal law on college athletes’ name, image, likeness (NIL) rights; American Axle gets win on remanded claim in district court; inventors lament “As Seen on TV” infringement; AstraZeneca pays Bristol Myers Squibb to settle patent infringement lawsuit.
Ethicking
JULY 31, 2023
Over the weekend, we learned that the California State Bar “suspend[ed] 1,600 attorneys for violating rules set up after Tom Girardi allegedly stole millions.” At first blush, this sounds horrible—this many attorneys did what now? However, what that really means is that these lawyers neglected to comply with new trust account requirements (including registering their trust accounts with the State Bar, completing an annual self-assessment, and certifying that they understand and comply with trust
Legally Speaking
JULY 30, 2023
Are you a lawyer contemplating a transition into entrepreneurship? This week we’re super excited to be chatting with Piers Linney , renowned entrepreneur and former Dragon on BBC’s Dragons’ Den. Piers Linney is recognized for his successful ventures and dynamic approach to innovation. He’s a sought-after speaker, advisor, and mentor, sharing his wisdom and expertise with those eager to make their mark in the business world.
CaseFox
JULY 31, 2023
Still, using traditional paper checks for accepting payments for law firms? Not able to manage a healthy flow of cash for a law firm? Want to make the process of legal billing efficient? If yes, then ACH payments are the best payment option for your law firm. With ACH payments for law firms, you can meet your client’s expectations of an easy payment process.
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 4, 2023
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit’s Special Committee that is investigating Judge Pauline Newman for misconduct today released a number of additional documents, including a 319-page one dated July 31 recommending Newman be suspended from taking on case assignments for one year, “or at least until she ceases her misconduct and cooperates such that the Committee can complete its investigation.
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 3, 2023
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) yesterday published the eighth installment of its Motion to Amend (MTA) Study, including updated information from March 15, 2019, through March 31, 2023. The study analyzes all motions to amend, including pre-pilot and pilot program motions. Of 469 total motions to amend patent claims since October 1, 2012, 83% (391) were denied; 10% (47) were granted; and 7% (31) were granted in part.
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 3, 2023
Lathrop GPM has an immediate opening for a full-time, permanent IP Docketing Specialist. Our preference is that this position be located in our Minneapolis, MN, or Kansas City, MO office, but will consider other Lathrop GPM office locations. The Docketing Specialist will maintain accurate and up-to-date databases of due dates and information on all client matters which pertain to patent and trademark matters.
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 3, 2023
On August 1, Apple filed a motion to amend its trademark application for the mark APPLE MUSIC with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) following its recent loss at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). Apple is asking the TTAB to allow it to remove “live performance services, as well as related services,” from the application in order to get around the CAFC’s ruling and since the Opposer, Charles Bertini, did not make the argument on which the ruling was based before
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 2, 2023
The Associate Director, Senior Counsel IP (Intellectual Property) supports Boehringer Ingelheim's Animal Health global biotech patent team by providing legal services to Clients in Boehringer Ingelheim’s Animal Health division, typically at the Executive Director level and below. This level of counseling provided requires an in-depth knowledge of U.S. patent law and practice, familiarity with patent prosecution practice in Europe and other jurisdictions as well as having a sound scientific backg
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 1, 2023
On June 20, 2023, the Special Committee of the Judicial Council of the Federal Circuit that is investigating a complaint identified against Judge Pauline Newman issued an Order denying Judge Newman’s request to make a July 13 hearing open to the public, but said it would consider publishing a redacted transcript of the hearing that protects witnesses’ identities.
IP Watchdog
AUGUST 1, 2023
The Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF) released a report last week that calls on the G7 countries to bring Japan’s “Data Free Flow with Trust” (DFFT) initiative to life. According to Japan’s Digital Agency, the goal of DFFT is to promote the free flow of data through transparency while ensuring security and IP rights. The ITIF wrote, “building an open, rules-based, rights-respecting, and innovative global digital economy will depend on a small group of ambitious countries
IP Watchdog
JULY 31, 2023
On July 7, 2023, Administrative Law Judge Cameron Elliot issued a Notice of Initial Determination in favor of computer and graphics processor maker AMD. See In the Matter of Certain Graphics Systems, Components Thereof, and Digital Televisions Containing the Same (No. 337-TA-1318). This puts AMD one step closer to preventing TCL and Realtek from importing smart TVs and components containing infringing graphics processors in its patent infringement case at the International Trade Commission (ITC)
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