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Lawyer Sanctioned For Trying To File A Fake News Article As An Exhibit

Above the Law - Technology

This isn't a story about lawyers using ChatGPT. but it could be. The post Lawyer Sanctioned For Trying To File A Fake News Article As An Exhibit appeared first on Above the Law.

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DOJ Launches Lawsuit Against Texas Amidst Immigration Law Controversy

Trellis.Law Blog

Last month, Greg Abbott, the governor of Texas, signed Senate Bill 4, a law that allows police officers in Texas to arrest migrants who enter the state illegally. The new law also allows Texas judges to order migrants to leave… Continue reading → The post DOJ Launches Lawsuit Against Texas Amidst Immigration Law Controversy first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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AI & Data Privacy: Emerging Trends for In-House Counsel [Sponsored]

Above the Law - Technology

Sign up and join us to learn about the latest AI technologies and applications that are transforming the legal field. The post AI & Data Privacy: Emerging Trends for In-House Counsel appeared first on Above the Law.

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In Its First Acquisition, Paladin Picks Up Pro Bono Net’s Pro Bono Manager, A Platform Used By Large Law Firms

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In a marriage of pro bono platforms, Paladin , a company whose platform connects lawyers with opportunities to provide free legal help, has acquired Pro Bono Manager , a product developed by Pro Bono Net to enable large law firms to manage and measure their pro bono programs. This is the first acquisition for the nine-year-old Paladin, a company that counts billionaire Shark Tank panelist Mark Cuban among its backers.

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How An International Legal Team Is Embracing Innovation

Above the Law - Technology

Ferring Pharmaceuticals’ CLO weighs in on the concept of ‘legal design,’ building a legal ops department, and the role of a ‘legal data scientist.’ The post How An International Legal Team Is Embracing Innovation appeared first on Above the Law.

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Six eDiscovery Trends for 2024

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By Rick Clark and Jacob Hesse 2023 was an eventful year in the world of legal technology, with new technology emerging to address both traditional and new challenges legal teams face when collecting, processing, and reviewing data for litigation, investigations, or public access requests. What will 2024 hold, especially in the world of eDiscovery? We’ve captured the top trends for the year based on the conversations we’ve had in recent months with customers and industry experts.

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On LawNext: An Inside Look At Driving Innovation within A Major Law Firm and A Major Legal Department

Above the Law - Technology

What are the nuances of driving innovation within a law firm or legal department? For an inside perspective on that question, we speak with Rachel Dooley , who at the time of this recording was chief innovation officer at the law firm Goodwin Procter, and Ilona Logvinova , managing counsel and head of innovation for McKinsey Legal. Dooley and Logvinova spoke together at the recent Knowledge Management & Innovation for Legal Conference in New York City, sharing their views and insights on inn

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CES Start-Ups Shun Gen AI Hype For Real-World Solutions

Above the Law - Technology

A lesson for legal tech. The post CES Start-Ups Shun Gen AI Hype For Real-World Solutions appeared first on Above the Law.

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ICYMI: Hackers accessed audio visual in-court technology network in Victoria, Australia

Legal IT Insiders

Hackers have accessed the visual in-court technology network of Court Services Victoria (CSV) in Australia, impacting Victoria’s courts and tribunals. The cyber attack led to the disruption of the audio … ICYMI: Hackers accessed audio visual in-court technology network in Victoria, Australia Read More » The post ICYMI: Hackers accessed audio visual in-court technology network in Victoria, Australia appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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The New York Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft Over AI Use of Copyrighted Work

Legal Tech Blog

The New York Times is suing OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement, claiming the two companies built their AI models by “copying and using millions” of the publication’s articles and now “directly compete” with its content as a result. As outlined in the lawsuit , the Times alleges OpenAI and Microsoft’s large language models (LLMs), which power ChatGPT and Copilot, “can generate output that recites Times content verbatim, closely summarizes it, and mimics its expressive style.

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Examining How AI Drives Public Sector Migration to the Cloud

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Cloud computing offers a wealth of opportunities for the public sector—including helping agencies maximise the value of their data assets and ultimately pursue better outcomes for communities.

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Autologyx welcomes Charles Russell Speechlys

Legal IT Professionals

Autologyx is delighted to announce that Charles Russell Speechlys has joined the growing number of law firms using its data-driven process automation platform to deliver efficiencies and improve services to clients. The firm will be using Autologyx Catalyst to manage property disputes matters.

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Lawyer Sanctioned For Trying To File A Fake News Article As An Exhibit

Legal Tech Monitor

This isn’t a story about lawyers using ChatGPT… but it could be. The post Lawyer Sanctioned For Trying To File A Fake News Article As An Exhibit appeared first on Above the Law.

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BigHand wins Gold at The Titan Business Awards for Best Legal Solution

Legal IT Professionals

Leading legal technology solution provider BigHand is delighted to have won Gold at The Titan Business Awards in the ‘Business Technology Solutions - Legal Solution’ category. This is the latest in a series of award wins for BigHand, being named winner of the Workflow Management Platform of the Year award at the 2023 LegalTech Breakthrough Awards, and Company of the Year in the 2023 Business Intelligence Group Awards.

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Best Law Firm Logo Designing Tips and Examples

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A law firm’s logo is more than just a visual representation; it is a powerful tool that can shape the firm’s identity and leave a lasting impression on clients and the legal community. In the competitive legal landscape, a well-designed logo not only conveys professionalism but also builds trust and credibility. In this insightful blog, we will delve into the pivotal role that a law firm’s logo plays in establishing a robust and distinctive identity within the fiercely competit

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How An International Legal Team Is Embracing Innovation

Legal Tech Monitor

Ferring Pharmaceuticals’ CLO weighs in on the concept of ‘legal design,’ building a legal ops department, and the role of a ‘legal data scientist.’ The post How An International Legal Team Is Embracing Innovation appeared first on Above the Law.

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Best Law Firm Logo Designing Tips and Examples

MatterSuite

A law firm’s logo is more than just a visual representation; it is a powerful tool that can shape the firm’s identity and leave a lasting impression on clients and the legal community. In the competitive legal landscape, a well-designed logo not only conveys professionalism but also builds trust and credibility. In this insightful blog, we will delve into the pivotal role that a law firm’s logo plays in establishing a robust and distinctive identity within the fiercely competit

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Roberts Explains That Artificial Intelligence Can’t Replace Judges Because How Would Billionaires Fly An AI To Luxury Resorts Anyway?

Legal Tech Monitor

Maybe GPT-5 will want a free RV? The post Roberts Explains That Artificial Intelligence Can’t Replace Judges Because How Would Billionaires Fly An AI To Luxury Resorts Anyway? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Navigating the Intersection of DNA Data and Privacy: Insights from the FTC

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On January 5, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published an article discussing privacy issues related to the DNA information that many consumers provide to genetic testing companies. This post outlines key takeaways from the article and recent FTC enforcement actions, emphasizing the privacy implications for consumers and the responsibilities of businesses operating in this space.

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Edelson's New AI Integration Developer Discusses Firm's Gen AI Plans, Emerging Tech Potential

Legal Tech Monitor

Legaltech News caught up with Nayan Dixit, the new AI Integration Focused Developer at plaintiffs firm Edelson to discuss his move to the legal industry, and what his generative AI-powered projects look like for 2024.

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Free Ethics CLE Sessions on Generative AI in Law Practice and Legal Research

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Once again this year, UW Law School is offering free Ethics CLE seminars. The live Zoom sessions will be held next week, Wednesday, January 24, Thursday, January 25, and Friday, January 26. Attendees will receive up to 3 Wisconsin EPR Credits (1 per session) pending approval by the Wisconsin Board of Bar Examiners. Register for each session you wish to attend to receive the appropriate Zoom link(s).

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LexisNexis announces the launch of Lexis+ AI commercial preview in the UK and Canada 

Legal Tech Monitor

LexisNexis Legal & Professional today (11 January) announced the launch of the UK and Canadian commercial preview of Lexis+ AI, a generative AI solution designed to help lawyers with legal. LexisNexis announces the launch of Lexis+ AI commercial preview in the UK and Canada Read More » The post LexisNexis announces the launch of Lexis+ AI commercial preview in the UK and Canada appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Help Wanted: Corrections officers–The Marshall Project

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Shannon Heffernan and Weihua Li Prison populations are rising again as COVID-19 fears subside but staffing shortages in correctional systems are bad and getting worse in many places. National Guard troops have been called into understaffed prisons in New Hampshire, Florida and West Virginia. In other states, prison deaths have gone unnoticed for days, and prisoner violence has been blamed on chronic low staffing.

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In Its First Acquisition, Paladin Picks Up Pro Bono Net’s Pro Bono Manager, A Platform Used By Large Law Firms

Legal Tech Monitor

In a marriage of pro bono platforms, Paladin , a company whose platform connects lawyers with opportunities to provide free legal help, has acquired Pro Bono Manager , a product developed by Pro Bono Net to enable large law firms to manage and measure their pro bono programs. This is the first acquisition for the nine-year-old Paladin, a company that counts billionaire Shark Tank panelist Mark Cuban among its backers.

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Ep 232: An Inside Look At Driving Innovation within A Major Law Firm and A Major Legal Department

LawNext podcast

What are the nuances of driving innovation within a law firm or legal department? For an inside perspective on that question, we speak with Rachel Dooley , who at the time of this recording was chief innovation officer at the law firm Goodwin Procter, and Ilona Logvinova , managing counsel and head of innovation for McKinsey Legal. Dooley and Logvinova spoke together at the recent Knowledge Management & Innovation for Legal Conference in New York City, sharing their views and insights on inn

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DOJ Launches Lawsuit Against Texas Amidst Immigration Law Controversy

Legal Tech Monitor

Last month, Greg Abbott, the governor of Texas, signed Senate Bill 4, a law that allows police officers in Texas to arrest migrants who enter the state illegally. The new law also allows Texas judges to order migrants to leave. Continue reading → The post DOJ Launches Lawsuit Against Texas Amidst Immigration Law Controversy first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Paladin acquires Pro Bono Manager from Pro Bono Net as it partners with former rival

Legal IT Insiders

US-founded pro bono community platform Paladin has acquired leading reporting tool Pro Bono Manager from rival-turned-partner Pro Bono Net, with Pro Bono Net’s co-founder and executive director Mark O’Brien joining … Paladin acquires Pro Bono Manager from Pro Bono Net as it partners with former rival Read More » The post Paladin acquires Pro Bono Manager from Pro Bono Net as it partners with former rival appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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On LawNext: An Inside Look At Driving Innovation within A Major Law Firm and A Major Legal Department

Legal Tech Monitor

What are the nuances of driving innovation within a law firm or legal department? For an inside perspective on that question, we speak with Rachel Dooley , who at the time of this recording was chief innovation officer at the law firm Goodwin Procter and who is now at Kirkland & Ellis, and Ilona Logvinova , managing counsel and head of innovation for McKinsey Legal.

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Court Enjoins Ohio’s Law Requiring Parental Approval for Children’s Social Media Accounts–NetChoice v. Yost

Eric Goldman

Ohio enacted a law, the “ Parental Notification by Social Media Operators Act ,” Ohio Rev. Code § 1349.09. The law requires certain websites and services to obtain verifiable parental consent before children are allowed to register or create an account. The regulated entities: “target” children under 16 or are “reasonably anticipated to be accessed by children.” Similar to COPPA, the law enumerates 11 considerations the AG can use to decide if a service is ori

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It Boils Down to Professionalism

Legal Tech Monitor

Reading Time: 7 minutes I had the opportunity a couple of months ago to talk to a group about the impact of artificial intelligence on legal research. If you’ve followed this blog, you’ll know that I think the AI media hype is mostly that. I’m not sure how that overlays on the Gartner hype cycle , but I think it’s pretty far to the left still. For me, the generative chat tools are just the latest #Legaltech concept that has faced the profession.

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Trump can’t speak during closing arguments in NY civil fraud trial, judge says–CNN

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CNN — By Lauren del Valle , Kristen Holmes , Katelyn Polantz , Kaitlan Collins and Kara Scannell , Judge Arthur Engoron said Wednesday he does not expect Donald Trump to speak during closing arguments in the $370 million New York civil fraud trial against Trump. In a letter to attorneys for Trump and New York Attorney General Letitia James just after noon Wednesday, Engoron said that Trump hasn’t agreed to conditions he set should the former president wish to give a statement.

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ICYMI: Hackers accessed audio visual in-court technology network in Victoria, Australia

Legal Tech Monitor

Hackers have accessed the visual in-court technology network of Court Services Victoria (CSV) in Australia, impacting Victoria’s courts and tribunals. The cyber attack led to the disruption of the audio. ICYMI: Hackers accessed audio visual in-court technology network in Victoria, Australia Read More » The post ICYMI: Hackers accessed audio visual in-court technology network in Victoria, Australia appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Paladin acquires Pro Bono Manager from Pro Bono Net as it partners with former rival

Legal Tech Monitor

US-founded pro bono community platform Paladin has acquired leading reporting tool Pro Bono Manager from rival-turned-partner Pro Bono Net, with Pro Bono Net’s co-founder and executive director Mark O’Brien joining. Paladin acquires Pro Bono Manager from Pro Bono Net as it partners with former rival Read More » The post Paladin acquires Pro Bono Manager from Pro Bono Net as it partners with former rival appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Reveal Announces 'Ask,' Its First Generative AI Capability 'Of Many' Planned

Legal Tech Monitor

Reveal told Legaltech News that it is currently looking at other steps in customers’ workflows, beyond search, that may be a good fit for generative AI features.

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Paladin Rings in 2024 With Pro Bono Manager Acquisition, New Partnership

Legal Tech Monitor

Pro Bono Manager marks Paladin's first-ever acquisition, and will allow the company to expand its network and access more pro bono data and insights.

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CES Start-Ups Shun Gen AI Hype For Real-World Solutions

Legal Tech Monitor

A lesson for legal tech. The post CES Start-Ups Shun Gen AI Hype For Real-World Solutions appeared first on Above the Law.

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Outlogic Agrees Not to Sell Location Data in Settlement of FTC Claims of Inadequate Safeguards

Legal Tech Monitor

The data broker denied the allegations, saying it imposes "strict contractual terms" on all customers.

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