Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
The pressure of being a lawyer takes its toll on your health and happiness. Here are a few tips for managing stress and learning to focus on your health first. Table of contents Preventing the Trainwreck: 6 Steps for Managing Stress and Health 1. Establish Your Baseline 2. Become Body Aware 3. Make Good Food Choices 4. Step Up Your Exercise Routine 5.
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
A new intellectual property (IP) organization launched today will be headed by former vice president of U.S. policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC), Frank Cullen, and features a Board of Directors comprised of bipartisan frontrunners in the IP realm. The Council for Innovation Promotion (C4IP) will aim to educate on the importance of innovation to the U.S. economy at a high level, and to fill the void its creators say exists with respect to clarifying the
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My Shingle
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Though it seems counter-intuitive, these days, top client service depends more on digital engagement and self-service options than personal human interaction. At least that’s one of the findings of the 2022 State of Service Report sponsored by Salesforce, reports ZDNet.
MyCase
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
As an attorney, you probably never imagined legal document font as an important element of your casework. However, choosing the right font for your work presents a clean, professional look for your brand while improving readability for your audience. . For example, if a client is reviewing a DocuSign agreement to hire your law firm, the font should be easy to read on all screen types—especially mobile.
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
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
A few months back, I was drowning in work. Every available space on my calendar seemed to be filled with other people’s priorities. While it’s good to be busy, it’s not when you get to the point where things start slipping through the cracks. So I started focusing intently on finding ways to improve my productivity. What Worked? 5 Attorney Productivity Tips.
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Novartis Pharmaceuticals announced today that it will appeal the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit’s (CAFC’s) June decision invalidating its patent for a dosing regimen for its multiple sclerosis drug Gilenya to the U.S. Supreme Court, after the CAFC denied its request to rehear the case. The CAFC in June vacated a different three-judge panel’s January opinion upholding Novartis’ U.S.
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InHouseBlog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Want to learn how to avoid burnout? A recent article in the ACC Docket sheds some light on key tips and tricks to assist you. With the pandemic and ever-increasing demands being made of the legal function, lawyer burnout is increasing. Work-life balance for lawyers is achievable, but you need to know the steps, seek out new ideas and be open to long-term changes that can pay dividends in the future. “For this month’s column, we continued our discussion with one of the primary derailers of
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
How can you keep good people from leaving your firm — quietly or otherwise? Here’s how to turn law firm hiring and retention challenges to your advantage. We have been dealing with the fallout from the “Great Resignation” for some time now as people reevaluate and renegotiate the way they want to work and live their lives. More are favoring flexibility and prioritizing purpose and meaning in their work over job security.
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
In an amicus brief filed with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) on Friday, September 16, David E. Boundy is backing Chestek PLLC’s appeal asking the CAFC to vacate a Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) judgment that upheld an examiner’s refusal of the mark CHESTEK LEGAL for failure to comply with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO’s) “domicile address requirement.
My Shingle
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
How Much Do Solos Earn? An Excerpt from Solo by Choice: Among its expansive topics, Solo by Choice briefly covers what solos earn – a topic I’ve also addressed at MyShingle here and here.
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Open Law Lab
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
An article analyzing legal contracts in Cognition. A new article in Cognition lays out an analysis of millions of contracts (compared to other written pieces of journalism or articles) and finds that these contracts are written in ways that are complex, overwhelming, and difficult to understand. The contracts have been written in ways that overcomplicate the communication: Passages with all caps, that actually make it harder to read the text (even if lawyers are using the capitalization to empha
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
As a long-time mentor, I have had the privilege of mentoring hundreds of mentees. Some of these mentor relationships lasted only for a single 30-minute “pick-your-brain” session, while others have been as needed over the trajectory of the lawyers’ careers. Upon reflection, I’d be lying if I didn’t have a few mentoring relationships that rise above others.
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
A Tennessee district court judge on Monday granted a number of former U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) officials’ motion to dismiss a case brought by Martin David Hoyle and B.E. Technology alleging violation of the plaintiffs’ constitutional right to due process under the Fifth Amendment. Hoyle filed the suit in the Western District of Tennessee’s Western Division in August 2021 against former USPTO Director Michelle Lee and a number of other former USPTO officials for allegedly deprivin
Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
The average person struggles with complex mathematics. When you have to add legal compliance and knowledge of tax code and other financial regulations into the mix, the complex arithmetic required likely exceeds the comfort level and capability of the average adult. Businesses and professionals alike frequently hire accountants to file their tax returns, manage their payroll requirements and otherwise keep their financial matters well organized.
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.
MyCase
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
Your website is the first impression many will have of your law firm. If it’s running poorly, taking too long to load, or crashing constantly, that reflects negatively on your firm. To be a strong competitor in the industry, your firm needs a professional website hosted by a secure, reliable provider. . In this article, we’ll provide an overview of law firm web hosting, why it’s important, and share important factors to consider when you’re looking for a site host.
The Cloud Court Blog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Having spent two decades of my life litigating and managing litigation, I’ve noticed a few persistent trends. One is this: smaller parties often leverage technology and data to beat their adversaries because it’s the only option. And a second: well-heeled parties often take more comfort than they should in resource disparities. Resource disparities exist where one party has greater available capital and the willingness to spend it in litigation.
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
Twenty-three inter partes reviews (IPRs) and no post grant reviews were filed this week; plaintiffs filed an average-ish 79 new district court filings, though many were associated with older campaigns. The Daedalus Prime subsidiary asserting Intel patents has filed suits against Samsung and TSMC; Volkswagen filed a number of IPRs against Fortress-backed Neo Wireless.
Attorney at Work
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Gel pens are the new office standard. Bic ballpoints used to hold that status, but gel pens overtook them years ago, starting with the Uniball. When Uniball pens started showing up, hip office managers bought them by the crate. They were the absolute opposite of the Bic Crystal with its transparent barrel and the bullet-shaped cap that no one could ever find.
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MyCase
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Artificial intelligence. Machine learning. Automation. New technologies continue to evolve the legal landscape. As lawyers adapt to recent industry-wide changes prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, many wonder: What’s next? And how can we be prepared? . In this guide, we’re breaking down what attorneys need to know about legal technology, including: .
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
In June of this year, United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director Kathi Vidal replied to a late April request by Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) for answers to a number of questions surrounding abuse of the inter partes review (IPR) system, explaining that she was working on the problem. Now, Vidal has sent a follow-up letter providing more detail on two of the questions raised in the letter, specifically with respect to the USTPO’s authority to issue sanctions
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
The written description requirement is really the backbone of the quid pro quo between the public and the patent applicant. In exchange for information about an invention, society is willing to grant the applicant a patent, which conveys exclusive rights for a limited period of time to what is claimed, not described. But the description provided in the specification must demonstration that the applicant really has an invention in the first place and what the boundaries of that invention are—this
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
On September 19, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued a decision in Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. v. FCA US, LLC vacating the Eastern District of Michigan’s denial of permanent injunction against a redesigned version of an off-road vehicle manufactured by Mahindra. The Sixth Circuit, in an opinion authored by Senior Circuit Judge Helene E.
MyCase
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Every lawyer wants a steady stream of incoming clients. Content marketing can make this goal a reality by establishing your firm as a thought leader , reaching prospects, and providing valuable information. . Below, we’ll define content marketing for law firms and explain why it’s essential for building a profitable practice. We’ll also outline how to create a legal content marketing strategy that can perform well. .
MyCase
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Lawyers must learn how to write as effectively as they prosecute and defend. While you may have graduated from law school to perform duties in court, day-to-day tasks will also include drafting, reviewing, and editing legal documents. The execution of each of these documents requires legal knowledge as well as writing skills. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of legal writing and share insight on best practices to help you enhance your writing skills. .
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
This week in Washington IP news, the Senate Judiciary Committee holds a vote on the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act, which has faced some stiff opposition in recent weeks, while the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence takes a look at operations at the National Counterintelligence and Security Center designed to protect American innovation from being stolen by malicious actors.
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022
With the World Trade Organization’s (WTO’s) Council for Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) set to meet informally on Monday, September 19, to discuss extending a waiver of IP rights for COVID-19 vaccine-related technology to diagnostics and therapeutics, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber’s Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC) are urging the Biden Administration to oppose such a move in favor of “real solutions.
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022
This week in Other Barks & Bites: IPWatchdog LIVE sees 250 top industry insiders partake in panel sessions and other events at the Renaissance Richardson Dallas hotel; GM announces a nearly $500 million investment into electric vehicle upgrades at a factory in Marion, IN; the European General Court affirms an EU Commission ruling finding that Google placed unlawful restrictions on manufacturers and network providers operating in the Android market; Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) reintroduces a
IP Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
This morning, the full U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary convened an executive business meeting during which the committee advanced S. 673, the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act (JCPA). Though the bill was reported favorably with an amendment drawing support from the Republican members of the committee, others on the Senate Judiciary raised concerns that could presage further debate after it hits the floor of the Senate.
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