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Getting Paid Faster: Embedded Payments

Attorney at Work

Kevin Gallagher | Embedded payments offer much more than automatic payments. The post Getting Paid Faster: Embedded Payments appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Manage, automate, & control your invoice process with Invoice Validation Rules

Simple Legal

Take your invoicing process to the next level with billing guidelines – they’re the key to financial accountability and control over legal spend. Ensure invoices from legal vendors meet your standards and are quickly reviewed by in-house counsel – don’t settle for subpar enforcement with limited options when violations happen. It’s time to empower your team with powerful solutions tailored to your needs!

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Employee Spotlight - Meet Rachel Koscil: Muay Thai Warrior and Customer Engagement Specialist

Lawmatics

What is your role at Lawmatics, and what does your job entail? I’m the Customer Engagement Specialist! This means that I get to proactively engage with our customers to ensure they’re getting the best experience with Lawmatics. As our customers finish up with onboarding, it’s my job to be a resource for them as they continue to use Lawmatics on their own.

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UKIPO Issues New Trademark Guidance on NFTs, the Metaverse and Virtual Goods

IP Watchdog

On April 3, 2023, the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) issued much needed guidance on how digital goods and services – namely non-fungible tokens (NFTs), virtual goods, and services provided in the metaverse – should be classified for trademark purposes.

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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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Ready to Scale? Add More SOPs Before You Add More People

Attorney at Work

Karen and David Skinner's simple 5-step process for creating standard operating procedures (SOPs). The post Ready to Scale? Add More SOPs Before You Add More People appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Your guide to legal document management

Simple Legal

The difference between legal document management and document storage is the difference between your team functioning like a well-oiled machine or constantly stalling and breaking down. Document storage is just that: saving files in computer folders or on a cloud-based program like Google Drive. While these methods are convenient for storing a handful of files, they quickly become logistical nightmares for legal ops teams handling thousands of matters.

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Salesforce Reexams Vacated Because It Was Real-Party-in-Interest in RPX IPR

IP Watchdog

One of the most intriguing, and frankly long overdue, reforms the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) needs to consider is putting an end to the practice of for-profit entities like Unified Patents and RPX filing petitions challenging a patent. This practice has recently been called into question by the USPTO through an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) published in the Federal Register.

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Make Me Love Your Podcast!

Attorney at Work

Teddy Snyder | Eloquent speakers understand that in every setting, every minute should be informing, perhaps delighting, your audience. The post Make Me Love Your Podcast! appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Measuring Against Nothing (Or, Budgets Without Scope Aren’t Really Budgets)

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

I have had several epiphanies of late, and they reverberate back to almost everything I have been doing to drive innovation in the legal industry over the past many years. At its core, what I’ve realized is that I’ve been missing something fundamental about measuring value. The legal industry has struggled to put its arms around value. Implicit in this struggle is the idea that the data we have been collecting contains something of value to measure.

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Ediscovery Best Practices for Slack and MS Teams from Information Governance Through Litigation

Hanzo Blog

Workplace collaboration tools like Slack and MS Teams have become ubiquitous in many organizations. However, they also present unique challenges for data governance and ediscovery in the event of litigation. To avoid potential legal issues and fines, it is crucial to have a tailored retention policy, acceptable use policy, and employee training in place.

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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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Iancu Agrees Key USPTO ANPRM Proposals Should be Handled by Congress

IP Watchdog

Former Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Andrei Iancu, who is now a partner with Irell & Manella, told attendees of an Orrin G. Hatch Foundation webinar today that many of the proposals in the USPTO’s recent Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) practices should be legislated by Congress.

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How Cultural Competency Can Open New Markets for Attorneys

Attorney at Work

Laura Bagby | Cultural competency refers to the cognitive, emotional and behavioral skills that help you connect with people of other cultures. The post How Cultural Competency Can Open New Markets for Attorneys appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Top 4 Game-Changing Payment Integrations For Law Firms

CaseFox

In the ever-changing and advancing world of the legal industry, efficient and secure payment plays a crucial role. An effective law firm billing process ensures smooth cash flow management and financial stability. Law firms are constantly on the hunt to find simple and innovative ways to streamline their financial processes. With the right payment integration partners, firms can improve the process of law firm billing.

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Operational Excellence Through Management of Corporate Legal Departments

Hanzo Blog

The legal department of an organization is responsible for providing crucial legal support and advice to the company's various business operations. However, to operate efficiently, the legal department requires effective management in several areas, including project and program management, firm and vendor management, and financial management. Without proper management, the legal department may lack clarity, predictability, and accountability, leading to unexpected shortfalls and tensions within

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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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Towards a Better Patent System, Part Two: USPTO Fees

IP Watchdog

In my previous article, I made a modest proposal for improving one aspect of patent examination by requiring applicants to identify support in the specification for new and amended claims. That suggestion was premised on my firm conviction – based on 34 years at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in roles ranging from examiner to Commissioner for Patents – that we must improve the quality of examination if we want the United States to remain on a par with patent offices in oth

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What are some examples of attorney malpractice?

Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

People generally go to an attorney when they believe that someone has wronged them somehow, and they hope that the attorney can assist them with receiving compensation for their inconvenience. Therefore, many people might not be aware that their legal advisors may also engage in behaviors leading to malpractice, just as a medical professional might, for example.

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Law Firm Data Security: A Comprehensive Guide

CaseFox

In today’s digital age, data security is a critical concern for law firms. As custodians of sensitive client information, law firms must take proactive measures to safeguard data from cyber threats and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. This comprehensive guide aims to provide law firms with valuable insights and best practices to enhance their data security protocols.

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Michael Bommarito on Preparing Law Students for the Future, and His Quest on Bringing Order to the Chaos of Legal Data (TGIR Ep. 205)

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

We talk with ⁠ Michael Bommarito ⁠ , CEO of 273 Ventures and well-known innovator and thinker in legal technology and education. Bommarito and his colleague, Daniel Katz were behind ⁠ GPT-3 and GPT-4 taking the Bar Exam ⁠. While he and Katz understand the hype in the media reaction, he states that most of the legal and technology experts who were following the advancements in generative AI, expected the results and had already moved on to the next phase in the use of AI in legal.

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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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Countdown to the Unified Patent Court, Part V: Five Predictions for the UPC on Day One

IP Watchdog

The Unified Patent Court (UPC) is now a reality. The Court opens its doors tomorrow, June 1, 2023. In the past four articles, we have aimed to dispel myths about some of the key aspects of the UPC. Part 1 focused on the designated UPC judges, Part 2 on the timelines, Part 3 on the remedies that are available at the UPC and finally Part 4 on the financial aspects of the UPC.

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Thriving Litigation: Why Embracing Diverse Experience is Non-Negotiable? – Akima Lambert – S7E4

Legally Speaking

Described by her peers as professional, brilliant, and dedicated for her unwavering work ethic and responsive approach to complex matters. Join us as we explore the career of this remarkable lawyer, and discover how she always delivers what she promises. This week we’re super excited to chat with Akima Paul Lambert , a UK solicitor advocate and US litigation attorney with close to 15 years of top-tier legal experience.

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Law Firm Data Security: A Comprehensive Guide

CaseFox

The incorporation of technology in the legal profession has proven beneficial for numerous lawyers and firms. However, this integration of technology in legal practices has also given rise to ‌data security for law firms. Lately, cybersecurity has become a major concern for legal professionals. The sensitive nature of legal information makes it essential for law firms to consider cyber security insurance or to invest in robust security measures.

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Proposed European SEP Regulation Would Undermine Efficiency, Innovation and Economic Growth

IP Watchdog

The European Commission (EC) is at it again, threatening to regulate standard essential patent (SEP) licensing relationships, despite a lack of evidence that such regulation is appropriate. The economically harmful nature of this regulatory framework (and its prior draft) has been highlighted by many expert commentators, including contributors to IPWatchdog (see here, here, and here) and Truth on the Market (see here and here).

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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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SCOTUS Requests Response in CareDx Eligibility Petition Following Michel/ Duffy Brief

IP Watchdog

Last week, retired U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) Chief Judge Paul Michel and law professor John F. Duffy filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of CareDx, Inc. and the Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University. The company and university are asking the Supreme Court to review a 2022 decision invalidating claims of its patents directed to detection levels of donor cell-free DNA (cfDNA) in the blood of an organ transplant patient.

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Other Barks & Bites for Friday, June 2: Unitary Patent System Launches; WIPO Hosts IP and Sustainability Conference; and the USPTO Extends its Climate Change Program

IP Watchdog

This week in Other Barks & Bites: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) extends its Climate Change Mitigation program until 2027; the Unitary Patent System and accompanying Unitary Patent Court launches in Europe; the Supreme Court again denies an opportunity to review 35 U.S.C. § 101.

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How Lawyers Use Billable Hours Chart To Track Time

CaseFox

Time is crucial for lawyers, not just offering top-notch legal services but a proper understanding of time tracking is also an essential aspect of the lawyer’s profession. Time tracking plays a significant role in the law profession. It helps lawyers fairly bill their clients and maintain transparency. Lawyers and law firms use different traditional and digital methods to keep track of the time.

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House Oversight Committee to Investigate FTC Chair Khan Over Wilson Allegations

IP Watchdog

The Chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Oversight and Accountability, James Comer (R-KY), announced an investigation this week into accusations raised by former Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Commissioner Christine Wilson in her resignation against the conduct of FTC Chair Lina Khan. Wilson sent a letter to President Joe Biden in March claiming that his appointment of Khan as Chair brought “an abrupt halt” to Biden’s promised “return to normalcy” for the agency.

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