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It’s the Battle of the AI Legal Assistants, As LexisNexis Unveils Its New Protégé and Thomson Reuters Rolls Out CoCounsel 2.0

Law Sites

It’s not quite BattleBots, but competitors LexisNexis and Thomson Reuters both made significant announcements today involving the development of generative AI legal assistants within their products.

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Reading the Room: Mastering Social Awareness as a Lawyer

Attorney at Work

Sharpening your social awareness skills will better equip you to forge meaningful connections, inspire trust and achieve favorable outcomes. The post Reading the Room: Mastering Social Awareness as a Lawyer appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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StubHub: “The Court is not going to do that.”

E-Discovery LLC

In the latest iteration of In Re StubHub Refund Litigation , 2024 WL 3817068 (N.D. Cal. Aug. 13, 2024), the court began its decision of discovery issues with: “At the hearing Plaintiffs tried to walk back this [discovery] request and said it was limited to refund data, rather than a wholesale redo of non-custodial discovery. But that’s not true.” [emphasis added].

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What is a Client Intake Form?

Lawmatics

A client intake form , often found on a law firm’s website, is used by law firms and legal professionals to gather essential information from potential clients during the initial consultation or intake process. The form helps attorneys understand the client's situation, assess the case, and determine whether they can provide the necessary legal services.

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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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At ILTACON, Anticipation for the Shiny Object

Law Sites

Imagine, if you will, a small backwater town into which one day a large shiny object falls from the sky and lands dead center on the main street of the town’s modest commercial center.

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Book Review: How to Hug a Porcupine

Attorney at Work

Book Review | "How to Hug a Porcupine" is full of practical tips for dealing with prickly people. The post Book Review: How to Hug a Porcupine appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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eDiscovery Review in Transition: Manual Review, TAR, and the Role of AI

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: This article is essential for cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery professionals navigating the complexities of legal document review. With the rapid advancements in AI technology, understanding the benefits and limitations of manual review, TAR, and generative AI is crucial for optimizing review processes. The added discussion on human interaction highlights the necessity of oversight and the innovative approaches to integrating AI in a balanced, iterative

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UniCourt’s New Product Combines LLMs with APIs to Let You Go DEEP Into Customizing Court Docket Data and Delivering It Where You Need It

Law Sites

UniCourt, a company that provides access to litigation data and analytics, today launched into beta a first-of-its-kind product that combines LLMs and APIs to allow its customers – which include law firms, insurers, legal tech companies, and others – to extract any data points they need from UniCourt’s collection of over 1 billion dockets and […]

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What Do Law Firm Buyers Want? The 3 Things That Matter Most

Attorney at Work

Brooke Lively | What matters most to law firm buyers? The post What Do Law Firm Buyers Want? The 3 Things That Matter Most appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Felder Part 2 of 4:  Defendant Sanctioned for Late Cancellation of Depositions

E-Discovery LLC

In Felder v. MGM National Harbor, LLC , 2024 WL 3690779 (D. Md. Aug. 7, 2024)(Simms, J.), defendant was sanctioned for belatedly canceling depositions that were scheduled at the discovery cutoff date. This is the second blog of a four-part blog on Felder , an employment discrimination case. See Felder: Part 1 of 4: Court-Ordered Transcription of “Meet and Confer” Session.

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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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Tesla Sued by Family of Electrician Who Died at Austin Facility

Insurance Journal

The family of a Texas man who died while working at Tesla’s Austin-area facility last week is suing the electric vehicle company and his employer. The lawsuit said the worker, Victor Joe Gomez Sr., was at the facility on Aug.

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NetDocuments Expands ndMAX with Launch of ndMAX Assist, An AI-Powered Assistant Integrated within the Company’s Platform

Law Sites

Last year, just ahead of ILTACON, NetDocuments introduced ndMAX, a generative AI tool built directly into the NetDocuments platform to enhance various document-related workflows, starting with PatternBuilder MAX, a “turbocharged” version of its PatternBuilder document assembly software designed to enable firms to create custom AI automations tailored to the needs of their specific practices.

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Strategic Slowness: A New Mantra for Law Firm Leaders

Attorney at Work

Gene Commander | The post Strategic Slowness: A New Mantra for Law Firm Leaders appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Felder: Part 1 of 4:  Court-Ordered Transcription of “Meet and Confer” Session

E-Discovery LLC

In Felder v. MGM National Harbor, LLC , 2024 WL 3690779, at *1 (D. Md. Aug. 7, 2024)(Simms, J.), plaintiff, acting pro se, sued her employer, alleging discrimination. The Court “presided over a discovery dispute hearing related to Plaintiff’s motions to compel interrogatory requests and requests for production of documents, and related to a motion for a protective order filed by the Defendant.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegals 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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Nvidia, OpenAI face YouTube creator lawsuits for using online videos

Legal Dive

A video creator alleges that the companies scraped his videos, and millions of others, without permission to help train their generative AI learning models.

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Today on Legaltech Week (Live at 3 ET): Our ILTACON Post-Mortem, As We Discuss the Conference and the News that Came Out Of It

Law Sites

Today on the weekly Legaltech Week live journalists’ roundtable, we’ll be discussing the just-concluded ILTACON, as well as some of the stories and announcements that came out of it. The show is live at 3 p.m. E.T. If you haven’t already, you can sign up free here to attend.

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McKinsey Sees AI Surge Boosting Consulting Amid Industry Slump

Insurance Journal

McKinsey & Co. is seeing an increase in the number of clients seeking artificial intelligence-linked projects, as faster adoption of the technology helps the consulting titan and its peers boost revenue following a period of tumult.

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A Mother on a Mission for Full Police Transparency

The Marshall Project

Troy, Alabama, police severely beat Ulysses Wilkerson when he was 17. Seven years later, his mom, Angela Williams, is still fighting for answers.

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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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Gen AI is reporting for work duty but who’s in charge of it?

Legal Dive

Executives recognize the potential for generative AI in their business operations, but chief legal officers say organizational roles and responsibilities aren’t clear.

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DISCO’s New CEO Says Company Is Overcoming Challenges and Getting Back to Growth

Law Sites

When Eric Friedrichsen stepped into the role of chief executive officer of e-discovery company DISCO four months ago, he was taking the helm of an enterprise that had faced turbulent waters in recent years.

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Manufacturers Hit by Soaring Property Insurance Costs

Insurance Journal

James Kirsh expects the cost of the property and casualty insurance for his family-owned foundry in Wisconsin that makes cast iron parts for tractors and other equipment to at least double when it’s up for renewal this fall.

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Ensuring Integrity and Ethical Use of AI Through ChatGPT Detectors

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly integral to business, legal, and technological landscapes, ensuring the ethical use of AI tools is more important than ever. The emergence of ChatGPT detectors represents a significant step forward in maintaining the integrity of AI-generated content. These tools not only safeguard against potential misuse in areas like education, journalism, and healthcare but also support compliance with ethical and lega

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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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‘Deliberate Indifference’: Court Rulings Challenge Extreme Heat Conditions in Prisons

The Marshall Project

“If it’s 103 outside, it may be 107 to -8 inside of your cell,” said a man who worked in the fields while imprisoned in Texas.

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Aderant Introduces viAllocate, A Product Designed to Solve Work Allocation Issues for Law Firms

Law Sites

Aderant, a provider of business management software to larger law firms, today introduced a product designed to help law firms better allocate work among their associates. Called viAllocate, the product helps law firms maximize billable utilization, balance associate workloads, and improve operational efficiency and profitability, Aderant says.

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UK Cyber Spies Plan AI ‘Lab’ to Counter Hostile State Threats

Insurance Journal

UK spies are stepping up efforts to tackle cyber and artificial intelligence threats from hostile foreign states, including the sort of online manipulation that helped foment rioting across the country in the past 10 days.

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Exploring DORA: Financial Sector Prepares for Comprehensive Digital Resilience

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: As the January 17, 2025, deadline for compliance with the European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) rapidly approaches, financial institutions and their technology providers face unprecedented challenges in fortifying their digital defenses. This article delves into the critical components of DORA and its far-reaching implications for banks, insurance companies, and their tech partners.

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AI for Legal: 5 tips to help integrate these new tools

Legal Dive

In-house legal departments adopting GenAI software must consider several issues around its value, senior leaders’ positions, data integrity and cultural changes.

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11 Joseph, Hollander & Craft Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Best Lawyers® Award Recipients

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2024 OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC is pleased to announce that 11 lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America ®. Since its first publication in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as a definitive guide to legal excellence. “For more than 40 years, the rigorous methodology of Best Lawyers has ensured the integrity and esteem of our legal recognitions,” said Best Lawyers CEO Phil

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Can a Streaming Service Agreement Require Arbitration in a Food Allergy Death?

Insurance Journal

Florida property insurers considering the expanded use of binding arbitration to settle claims disputes may want to ponder a recent arbitration move by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts: An answer to a lawsuit against Disney, which has made headlines on …

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Ukraine Conflict Deepens: Kremlin’s Information Warfare and Media Suppression

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: As the Russo-Ukrainian conflict continues to escalate, the battleground is increasingly defined by not just military operations but also a fierce struggle for control over information. This update, as of August 9, 2024, delves into the multifaceted nature of the conflict, highlighting significant military developments such as Ukrainian advances in Kursk Oblast and strategic strikes on Russian assets.

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Federal Circuit Affirms PTAB Rulings That Invalidated Most Claims Challenged by Google But Upheld Key ‘Targeted Ads’ Claim for B.E. Technology

IP Watchdog

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) on August 14 issued a Rule 36 decision that affirms several Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) rulings relating to petitions brought by Twitter and Google. The PTAB held most claims of three B.E. Technology patents unpatentable, save for one arguably key claim that covers “real-time targeted advertising.

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Dionne Scherff Named 2025 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in Kansas City, KS

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2024 OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC attorney Dionne M. Scherff was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for Criminal Defense: General Practice in Kansas City, Kansas. (This Best Lawyers metro area covers the Kansas side of Greater Kansas City, including Overland Park and Johnson County, KS.