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Do You Dread the Law Firm Annual Planning Process? 5 Ways to Make It Easier and More Fun

Attorney at Work

Setting annual goals can feel a little overwhelming. But like everything in your law firm, it’s easier if you have a process. The post Do You Dread the Law Firm Annual Planning Process? 5 Ways to Make It Easier and More Fun appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Case Management Platform Clarra Unveils Suite of New Features, Including Gen AI, Analytics and Tracking of Client Communications

Law Sites

It was a year ago last month that I wrote here about the launch of Clarra, a cloud-based case management platform designed to be optimized for docket-driven litigation practices.

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How Do I Advertise Myself as a Lawyer in 2024?

Lawmatics

Legal marketing isn’t about waiting for referrals anymore. Today’s clients start their search for legal services on Google, comparing firms based on what they see across websites, reviews, and social media. If you’re a lawyer, being “visible” means more than just having a website—it’s about engaging clients where they’re already looking and delivering something memorable.

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Possible Clarity About Geofence Search Warrants

E-Discovery LLC

An intermediate Maryland appellate court sustained a geofence warrant. Geofence Search Warrant Held Valid (June 28, 2024). On the federal level, there is a circuit split. The Fourth Circuit permitted one and the Fifth Circuit disagreed with the Fourth. Are Geofence Warrants Permissible? – A Circuit Split (Aug. 12, 2024). Bloomberg reports that the Fourth Circuit has agreed to rehear its decision en banc.

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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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How to Not Talk Politics and Survive

Attorney at Work

As much as you’d like to stop them, perhaps with jiujitsu or a handy table lamp, you know that’s unprofessional. Fortunately you can use these proven tactics instead. The post How to Not Talk Politics and Survive appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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LawNext Podcast: The LegalTech Fund’s Zach Posner on Investing in Legal Tech (and His Upcoming Summit)

Law Sites

When Zach Posner was last on this podcast, it was 2021 and he was less than a year into having cofounded The LegalTech Fund, the first venture capital firm to be laser-focused on law and legal technology.

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Is Marking Documents as “Work Product” an Admission that the Duty to Preserve is Triggered?

E-Discovery LLC

In Stuart v. County of Riverside , 2024 WL 3086634, at *3 (C.D. Cal. Jun. 14, 2024), the District Court found a relationship between work product designations and triggering of the common-law duty to preserve. The point at which the duty to preserve has been triggered is central to any subsequent spoliation issue. See, e.g., Documenting When the Duty to Preserve Potentially Responsive Information Was Triggered (Jan. 17, 2021).

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10 Simple Principles for Building a Thriving Law Practice (No Superhero Cape Required)

Attorney at Work

Jay Harrington | Building a successful legal practice isn’t nearly as complicated as most lawyers make it out to be. The post 10 Simple Principles for Building a Thriving Law Practice (No Superhero Cape Required) appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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DOJ has received 200 tips since launching whistleblower program

Legal Dive

Self-disclosures have picked up, too, doubling since 2021, as part of the agency’s broader corporate accountability push, an agency official reports.

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Digital Transformation in Insurance Marketing: How to Leverage Technology to Drive Growth and Engagement

Insurance Journal

The insurance industry has historically been slow to adopt new technologies o often relying on traditional outreach, marketing and client management methods.

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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.

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Recorded Live at #ClioCon: Clio’s CTO Jonathan Watson on the Development of Clio Duo, Its Gen AI Legal Assistant

Law Sites

Recently, the law practice management company Clio launched Clio Duo, its generative AI legal assistant. On today’s LawNext, Jonathan Watson, Clio’s chief technology officer, joins the show to discuss Duo’s development, capabilities and future direction.He also talks about some of the other products Clio recently launched, including native accounting and custom reporting.

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Small Law Firms: Your BOIR Is Due by January 1!

Attorney at Work

Ruth Carter | If you have a law firm in the U.S. with fewer than 20 full-time employees, you need to file a Beneficial Owners Information Report with FinCEN. The post Small Law Firms: Your BOIR Is Due by January 1! appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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The Judge Newman Story in Her Own Words: IPWatchdog Unleashed

IP Watchdog

We invited Judge Newman to speak at our annual Life Sciences program at IPWatchdog Studios, which gave Judge Newman a platform to tell her side of the story in her own words and to discuss what the Federal Circuit is doing. So powerful were her comments that at least several in the audience were seen shedding a tear, and she received a hearty standing ovation.

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Boeing Dismantles DEI Team as Pressure Builds on New CEO

Insurance Journal

Boeing Co. has dismantled its global diversity, equity and inclusion department, making it the latest high-profile corporation to make changes to its DEI policy as its new top leader oversees a broader revamp of the company’s workforce.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegal's Playbook

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.

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‘What Now?’ People Behind Bars React to Trump’s Win

The Marshall Project

Most people in prison can’t vote. But they share concerns about inflation, misinformation, racism and the state of our democracy.

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How Do I Advertise Myself as a Lawyer in 2025?

Lawmatics

Legal marketing isnt about waiting for referrals anymore. Todays clients start their search for legal services on Google, comparing firms based on what they see across websites, reviews, and social media. If youre a lawyer, being visible means more than just having a websiteits about engaging clients where theyre already looking and delivering something memorable.

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AI-Powered Abuse: The Growing Concern of Child Exploitation Imagery

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: Artificial intelligence, a powerful force shaping the digital landscape, now presents a profound threat as it enables the creation of child sexual abuse imagery. This alarming trend is driven by increasingly accessible AI tools that bad actors exploit, complicating the work of law enforcement and amplifying risks to children. Recent cases in the U.S. showcase the urgent need for robust legal and technological responses.

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Would Letting Roofers Do More Wind-Mit Work Help Cut Florida’s Insured Losses?

Insurance Journal

A recent photograph of destruction left by Hurricane Milton’s wind tells the story: An entire roof section on a residential complex in Bradenton, Florida – including rafters and ceiling joists – was ripped off, exposing people’s abodes and belongings to …

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Visibility Into the Strategy & Supporting Documents of Major US Law Firms

Law Firm Intelligence by Trellis aggregates state trial court data across the Trellis platform enabling users to: look up a particular metric related to a specific law firm (such as, how many cases a law firm had or has against another law firm), and see the actual dockets and documents supporting the metric. Trellis data is maximized in a revolutionary and unique way to provide users an exclusive look into a law firm litigating in state trial courts.

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Election Day 2024: Where Criminal Justice Is On the Ballot

The Marshall Project

From reproductive rights to border enforcement and marijuana legalization, voters across the nation will weigh in on criminal justice issues.

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8 Online Lawyer Forums to Expand Your Professional Network

Practice Panther

With the help of tools like legal practice management software and options to practice law in multiple states , lawyers everywhere are tackling the challenges of remote work. But one obstacle that remains is networking. Remote lawyers need to put extra work into maintaining professional connections and building an online presence, both of which are made easier with online forums designed specifically for legal professionals.

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Second Circuit Finds Marvin Gaye and Ed Sheeran Similarities Too Unoriginal for Copyright Protection

IP Watchdog

Late last week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued a ruling in Structured Asset Sales, LLC v. Sheeran affirming the Southern District of New York’s dismissal of copyright infringement claims filed against British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran over his 2014 single “Thinking Out Loud.” Assessing arguments made by a co-rightsholder to Marvin Gaye’s 1973 single “Let’s Get It On,” the Second Circuit found that the district court properly limited the scope of the infringement alleg

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States Lead the Way on Better Insurance Markets

Insurance Journal

By Andrew Mais, Jon Godfread, Scott White, & Elizabeth (Beth) Kelleher Dwyer Most homeowning Americans consider their home their most valuable asset.

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Stay On Top of Newly Filed State & Federal Litigation: Curated Just for You!

With Daily Filings Report by Trellis you will receive an email and csv file daily with all new cases filed in the jurisdictions you're tracking. Each new case will include all case metadata like judge, parties, counsel, practice area, and even direct links to the full docket and complaint. Trellis Daily Filings Reports provide direct access to newly filed state and federal litigation curated just for you.

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U.S. Copyright Office Presses 'Pause' on DMCA Exemption for Video Games

Practice of Law

When we think of a library, we picture never-ending shelves of books; the world's knowledge available to us at the touch of a finger. But nowadays, it's not just physical records that libraries collect. Many now lend video games to their members, providing their local communities with entertainment while helping preserve the software for future generations.

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Life Inside, Remixed: A Criminal Justice Reformer Takes on ‘Conveyor Belt Justice’

The Marshall Project

Carol Shapiro joined the New York parole board to make change. Marathon days, copious paperwork and dysfunctional hearings brought her to tears.

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THE MAN ON THE CLAPHAM OMNIBUS – WHICH IS NOT A GOOD PLACE TO BE WHEN GIVING EVIDENCE AT A REMOTE HEARING

Civil Litigation Brief

In Raja & Anor v ATM Law & Ors [2024] EWHC 2782 (Ch) the witnesses gave evidence (or attempted to give evidence) from inappropriate places, including a bus. The judgment of Master Clark shows the need to follow the correct.

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Spain Risks €10.6 Billion Flood Damage Bill, PM Sanchez Says

Insurance Journal

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced the first financial package for victims of the storms that killed more than 200 people in the country’s eastern region of Valencia. Spain will earmark as much as €10.6 billion ($11.

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Facebook seeks to scuttle massive securities fraud suit

Legal Dive

An attorney representing Facebook’s parent, Meta, told the Supreme Court the company did not need to disclose a past data breach on risk disclosure statements with the SEC.

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Despite bribery charges, Mississippi prosecutor, other officials can remain in office

The Marshall Project

Hinds County’s district attorney, Jackson’s mayor and a city council member were indicted on federal charges connected to scheme.

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Juror Polarization: As the Political Season Ends, Understand It’s Not Just a Season

Your Trial Message

By Dr. Ken Broda-Bahm: As I write this, it is finally and mercifully Election Day, 2024. For many of us on the edges of our seats awaiting the returns, we might be considering the question, “What brought us to this?

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Chinese Group Accused of Hacking Singtel in Telecom Attacks

Insurance Journal

Singapore Telecommunications Ltd., Singapore’s largest mobile carrier, was breached by Chinese state-sponsored hackers this summer as part of a broader campaign against telecommunications companies and other critical infrastructure operators around the world, according to two people familiar with the matter.

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Washington Post and New York Post Sue AI for Copyright and Trade Dilution

Practice of Law

The legal battle between original content creators and AI companies is nothing new. Last year, respected novelists and authors filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Meta for allegedly using their copyrighted works to train AI models like ChatGPT and LLaMA. But of course, LLMs don’t limit their sources to fiction — there’s a lot of journalism out there that feeds chatbots as well.

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Inside Story Meets Woman Jailed for Pregnancy Loss After She’s Released

The Marshall Project

Veteran rapper Styles P talks about the criminalization of rap lyrics, and we revisit the story of a woman who was imprisoned after the stillbirth of her child.

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