Attorney at Work

MAY 26, 2023

The results are in! The post The Attorney at Work 2023 Podcast Survey Report appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Simple Legal

MAY 24, 2023

Recently, I had the privilege of attending the 2023 CLOC Global Institute (CGI) conference at the exquisite Bellagio hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Representing Onit as a Diamond sponsor, I was able to dive into the current state of the market, gain insights into the future of the industry, and learn about the pressing concerns on the minds of legal operations professionals.

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Lawmatics

MAY 25, 2023

Register for upcoming Monthly Deep Dives here. The Lawmatics Client Portal has everything you need to both ease communication and manage action items for an ongoing case. Everything about the Client Portal is designed for easy activation, easy adoption, and ease of use for both your staff and clients. But why use the Client Portal when you already have Lawmatics automating so much of your client communication?

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Discovery Advocate

MAY 23, 2023

Key Takeaways HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. (HSBC) and Scotia Capital (USA) Inc. (Scotia Capital) paid a combined $37.5 million in fines to settle actions with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for violations arising from the firms’ failure to maintain and preserve employees’ business-related communications on personal devices.

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Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

Attorney at Work

MAY 23, 2023

Gray Robinson | By doing these simple breathing techniques every day, you can manage your stress and anxiety. The post The 3 Best Breathing Techniques for Easing Stress appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 21, 2023

The Unified Patent Court (UPC) is only a fortnight away; it will go live on June 1, 2023. No doubt, the UPC will become a game changer requiring diligent planning and preparation. In order to faciliate such preparation, we have been providing a series of articles that will deal with the most important aspects of the UPC. Whereas Part 1 focused on the designated UPC judges, Part 2 on the timelines and Part 3 on the remedies that are available at the UPC, this Part 4 will address the financial asp

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Hanzo Blog

MAY 24, 2023

In-House Legal Departments, like any other business function, must be efficient and effective to deliver the best possible results. They must balance their workload, comply with regulatory requirements, and provide legal counsel to their organization in a cost-effective and streamlined manner. That’s where a Legal Operations professional can help, particularly by prioritizing strategic planning, technology, and information governance to ensure the department runs efficiently and provides the bes

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Attorney at Work

MAY 24, 2023

Tips for creating a successful family law practice — and handling a work-life chock full of domestic drama without burning out. The post 8 Tips for Growing Your Family Law Practice While Keeping Your Sanity appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 22, 2023

As most in the IP world know by now, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its ruling in Amgen v. Sanofi on Thursday, holding that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) was correct in finding that Amgen’s patents for its popular cholesterol drug failed to meet the enablement requirement. IP practitioners diverge on the degree to which the decision will change patent practice in the biotech industry going forward, with some claiming the Court merely reiterated the existing law on enabl

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Discovery Advocate

MAY 22, 2023

Key Takeaways HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. (HSBC) and Scotia Capital (USA) Inc. (Scotia Capital) paid a combined $37.5 million in fines to settle actions with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for violations arising from the firms’ failure to maintain and preserve employees’ business-related communications on personal devices.

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Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

Litigation

Hanzo Blog

MAY 23, 2023

Once again, the CLOC Global Institute (CGI) has come and gone. But while we were there, Hanzo took a quick snapshot survey of Legal Operations professionals to gain insights into how people are using collaboration data and how it's affecting in-house legal departments.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

MAY 23, 2023

In this episode, we welcome Laura Terrell, an executive coach at ⁠ Laura Terrell, LLC ⁠ , with a rich and varied career history. Laura has served as a Special Assistant to President George W. Bush at the White House, a senior level appointee at the US Department of Justice, an Equity partner at two large global law firms, and in-house counsel at a major global consulting and business advisory firm.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 22, 2023

Can the Lanham Act apply to the conduct of foreign entities occurring entirely outside the United States and, if so, what is the test? The Supreme Court will soon decide this issue in Abitron v. Hetronic, potentially resolving a long-standing circuit split where six different tests presently co-exist. It will mark the first time since the Court’s 1952 ruling in Steele v.

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Legally Speaking

MAY 21, 2023

Natalie’s warmth, humour, and deep commitment to her clients shine through. Her message is clear: with the right planning and guidance, anyone can achieve financial security and peace of mind. This week we’re super excited and had the privilege of interviewing the award-winning attorney, best-selling author, and nationwide speaker, Natalie Goldberg.

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Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.

CaseFox

MAY 24, 2023

In the legal profession, accurate and transparent billing is crucial for maintaining client trust and ensuring fair compensation for services rendered. One essential tool in this process is the attorney billing statement. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of creating a well-crafted billing statement. From understanding its components to providing practical tips and a sample for reference, we have got you covered.

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RPC Strategies

MAY 22, 2023

by Melissa Rogozinski , Chief Executive Officer A version of this article first appeared in the February 21, 2023 issue of Legal Business World. Thriving law firms around the globe share two common elements that bring them a steady stream of new clients and a stable core of repeat clients: a team of talented lawyers dedicated to achieving their clients’ goals, and a successful messaging strategy that associates the firm’s brand with quality services their clients need.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 23, 2023

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO’s) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) yesterday made public a Sanctions Order against a patent owner that resulted in the cancellation of all 183 claims of five patents challenged in separate inter partes review (IPR) proceedings. The PTAB order said that Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics “committed an egregious abuse of the PTAB process” by “selectively and improperly” withholding “material results that were inconsistent with its arguments and

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Legally Speaking

MAY 24, 2023

Clio's New Online Payments Solution Set to Help UK Law Firms Overcome Payment Challenges Clio, the global leader in cloud-based legal technology, recently published a study unveiling a concerning trend: UK law firms lose more than 50 days annually due to the arduous task of pursuing overdue payments from clients. The comprehensive research, conducted by Censuswide and involving 150 UK law firms and 1,000 UK consumers, shed light on the fact a significant quarter of law firms dedicate an entire d

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Advertiser: Trellis

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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CaseFox

MAY 23, 2023

The legal profession is a complex and multifaceted field, comprising various roles that serve distinct purposes. Among these roles, lawyers and litigators often create confusion due to their similarities. However, it is crucial to understand the unique responsibilities, skill sets, and career paths that set them apart. In this comprehensive blog post, we will delve into the world of litigators, shedding light on their specific role and how it differs from that of a lawyer.

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RPC Strategies

MAY 22, 2023

by Melissa Rogozinski , Chief Executive Officer A version of this article first appeared in the May 1, 2023 issue of Legal Tech News. A lot of conversations have been happening surrounding the release of ChatGPT-4 and the role of AI, in general, in disrupting marketing. In fact, Salesforce’s Fourth Annual State of Marketing research report indicates 51% of marketers are already incorporating AI.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 23, 2023

Previously, we wrote about how alleged concerns of “hold-up” and a lack of “transparency”, two non-legal terms without accepted definitions, are being used to advocate for special rules applicable to patents subject to declarations regarding Fair, Reasonable and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) licensing. These vague concepts are specifically chosen to obfuscate the real issues impacting FRAND licensing and used in an effort to shift traditional burdens of proof, regulate behavior previously found not

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IP Watchdog

MAY 25, 2023

The U.S. Solicitor General recommended Tuesday that the United States Supreme Court deny Apple, Inc.’s petition asking the Court to clarify the proper application of estoppel in inter partes review (IPR) proceedings. The case stems from a February, 2022, decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) in which the court issued a mixed precedential decision that affirmed, vacated, and remanded in part a decision by the U.S.

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Speaker: Andrew Klein

Patent due diligence processes take too long. The information you need is publicly available but accessing it is often tedious & inefficient, requiring you to wade through dozens of PTO websites or for-free tools to gather what you need. Plus, it frequently occurs late in the game, leaving professionals under pressure, sifting through chaotic 100-page PDFs, and frustrated with poorly formatted information & patent numbers.

IP Watchdog

MAY 25, 2023

In response to last week’s hearing of the House of Representatives’ Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on copyright law, former Copyright Office General Counsel, Jon Baumgarten, submitted a letter this week to the Subcommittee expressing his concerns with the testimony of one of the witnesses, Sy Damle of Latham & Watkins, who also formerly served as U.S.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 24, 2023

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) ruled in a precedential decision today that Medtronic, Inc. failed to show the challenged claims of five patents covering catheter technology unpatentable. The CAFC specifically upheld the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB’s) finding that the primary prior art reference cited by Medtronic did not qualify as prior art under pre-America Invents Act (AIA) first-to-invent provisions.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 23, 2023

Faegre Drinker is actively recruiting a Senior Attorney to join the Patent Practice of the Intellectual Property practice group in its Indianapolis, IN, or Fort Wayne, IN, offices. This is a full-time, permanent position. Successful candidates will work with partners and clients in patent preparation, prosecution, portfolio management, and clearance matters.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 24, 2023

On Tuesday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) issued a precedential decision affirming a district court ruling that denied attorney fees to oil drilling equipment company, FMC Technologies. OneSubsea, a competitor in the offshore oil extraction industry, originally sued FMC for patent infringement in 2015; FMC subsequently countersued.

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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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IP Watchdog

MAY 23, 2023

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today published a request for comments (RFC) in the Federal Register seeking public input on the pilot program for motion to amend (MTA) practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The Office is considering whether to make the MTA pilot program permanent for patent validity trials under the America Invents Act (AIA) and seeks input on the PTAB’s authority to raise grounds sua sponte during the MTA process.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 22, 2023

This week in Washington IP news, Congress is having a relatively quiet week, but the House will further discuss the impact of Pharmacy Benefit Managers on patients and the pharmaceutical industry. Elsewhere the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is holding an event offering guidance on how women entrepreneurs can seek startup capital.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 26, 2023

This week in Other Barks & Bites: The USPTO releases a blog post detailing the success of its Patent Pro Bono Program and announces a proposed pilot for micro entity applicants; NBA superstar LeBron James puts his weight behind Taco Bell in its battle to cancel the “Taco Tuesday” trademark; and Gilead and Teva sign a deal with pharmacies to avoid an antitrust suit.

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CaseFox

MAY 22, 2023

In today’s digital age, online reviews have become a powerful tool for consumers to make informed decisions about the products and services they choose. This holds true for the legal industry as well, where potential clients heavily rely on reviews to assess the credibility and reputation of law firms. In this blog, we will explore the importance of law firm reviews, the strategies for generating great reviews, and the platforms where you can find them.

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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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