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Few Legal Professionals Using Or Planning to Use Generative AI So Far, LexisNexis Survey Finds

Above the Law - Technology

Drafting documents, 35%. Understanding new legal concepts, 31%. Document analysis, 22%. Developing litigation strategies, 5%. Across the board, legal professionals express concern with the ethical implications of generative AI on the practice of law. Understand legal process/requirements, 64%.

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The Five Most Momentous Legal Tech Fails

Above the Law - Technology

Just 28 years old, he had won accolades as an entrepreneur, first starting California Legal Pros, a company that marketed various legal services to both consumers and lawyers, then QuickLegal, a service that provided on-demand legal advice to consumers, and then QuickLegal Practice Management, a cloud practice management platform for lawyers.

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FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Patenting Your Invention

Brett Trout

A patent is a legal document issued by the U.S. The first step is to document your invention thoroughly. Once you document your invention, consult a patent lawyer to discuss the best approach for protecting your invention. What is a patent? What is the first step in the patent process?

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Exclusive: In A First For E-Discovery, Tech Company Nextpoint Is Launching A ‘Data-Driven’ Law Firm Under Arizona’s Liberalized Ownership Rules

Above the Law - Technology

The law firm, Nextpoint Law Group (NLG), will provide discovery and litigation legal services to other law firms and to corporate legal departments, including trial strategy, early case assessment, document review, discovery drafting, legal research and brief writing. Its lawyers will not appear in court.

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New York Court of Appeals Confirms Attorney-Client Privilege Can Apply Without Anticipated/Pending Litigation or Client’s Affirmative Request for Legal Advice

Discovery Advocate

Key Takeaway: Under New York law, the attorney-client privilege applies to advice from counsel regarding general legal subjects, even when unsolicited and there is no anticipated litigation or pending action. The documents also include guidance on drafting parole decisions that accord with the law.

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Understanding the Difference Between a Mediator and a Lawyer

Martindale-Avvo

A lawyer is a licensed professional who provides legal advice, represents clients in legal proceedings, and drafts legal documents. Lawyers play a crucial role in litigation, advocating for their clients in court. They can interpret and apply the law, draft legal documents, and represent clients in court.

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Discovery Objections Cheat Sheet

Clio

The discovery process is a critical element of litigation, and objections to discovery requests are every bit as essential. Any legal professional working in litigation needs to know how to make these objections, and how to respond when the opposing side makes them. And, of course, not all objections will be accepted.