March, 2024

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US Joins Austria, Bahrain, Canada, & Portugal To Co-Lead Global Push For Safer Military AI

Above the Law - Technology

Two US officials exclusively tell Breaking Defense the details of new international 'working groups' that are the next step in Washington's campaign for ethical and safety standards for military AI and automation - without prohibiting their use entirely. The post US Joins Austria, Bahrain, Canada, & Portugal To Co-Lead Global Push For Safer Military AI appeared first on Above the Law.

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1st Release Tickets Now Available for Legal Innovators California Conference

Artificial Lawyer

First release tickets are now available for the Legal Innovators California conference on June 4 and 5 in San Francisco for a limited time. And what’s more, inhouse.

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Justia Webinars: Confronting Racial Bias in Jury Selection

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Equality, representation, and justice for all: words that embody the American ethos and the values of our legal system. Representative juries are the manifestation of that ethos; yet, racial biases have skewed juries toward an underrepresentation of racial minorities. As a result, many trials can produce wrongful convictions and unfair sentences for Black people and people of color.

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Interview: Microsoft, Peppermint Technology, and why you need to pay attention to SharePoint Embedded

Legal IT Insiders

Legal IT Insider spoke with Microsoft’s director of product marketing, Chris McNulty; Microsoft’s principal product manager, Reid Carlberg; and Peppermint Technology’s chief technology officer Mike Walker to understand more about […] The post Interview: Microsoft, Peppermint Technology, and why you need to pay attention to SharePoint Embedded appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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Sharing of Information Across Blogs Published by Access to Justice and Legal Services Groups Could Bring Alignment to Their Work

Kevin O'Keefe

Great article by Robert Ambrogi, a few days ago. If you care about access to justice and access to the law, take a minute to read it. A big issue in access to justice and access to the law, per Bob, is that the groups working hard on these issues are not working in alignment, and probably don’t know what each are working on. Two travesties persist in tainting access by all to the U.S. legal system.

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When Less is More: The Curious Case of Quiet Luxury

Berkley Technology Law Journal

By Devangini Rai LL.M. 2024 In an industry ruled by trends, the nature of quiet luxury brands radically challenges how we view usage of trademarks in fashion. The term “quiet luxury,” which rose to prominence in the fashion industry in 2023, refers to the trend of logo-less branding. Some examples of quiet luxury brands include Loro Piana, The Row, Tom Ford, Max Mara, and Zegna.

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LegalWeek 2024 Special Part Five – Dan Lear from LegalTrack

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

In this episode of “The Geek in Review,” co-hosts Greg Lambert and Marlene Gebauer engage with Dan Lear , VP of Partnerships at InfoTrack, capturing insights from the latest LegalWeek 2024 conference. Lear shares his observations on the evolving landscape of legal technology, noting the increased diversity of technologies present at the conference compared to previous years.

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Justia Legal Resources: Divorce Law Center

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Ending a marriage can cause stress to each spouse. They may feel anxious about how the process will turn out and what their future will look like. This is especially true if the marriage has lasted for a long time, or if a couple has young children or complex assets. Although there is no substitute for advice from an attorney, the Divorce Law Center in the Justia Legal Guides offers a starting point for anyone who wants to learn more about the legal issues involved.

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Legalweek anti-harassment and Operation Safe Spaces task force updates

Legal IT Insiders

ALM this week provided an update on the measures it has put in place since its Legalweek conference in New York, following multiple reports of harassment at external events hosted […] The post Legalweek anti-harassment and Operation Safe Spaces task force updates appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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The Top Ten AmLaw 100 Law Firms Have Published Close to One Thousand Pieces of Content on AI

Kevin O'Keefe

On a quick review it appears the top ten AmLaw 100 law firms have published close to one thousand pieces on Artificial Intelligence. I was not trying to exclude other law firms, large or small, I was looking to get an idea of the amount of publishing on AI being done by law firms. A few notes from my search. I searched under the term, Artificial Intelligence, versus AI.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

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?

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Juro represents legal tech in Tech Nation’s Future Fifty 2024 cohort

Legal IT Professionals

Juro, the AI-enabled end-to-end contract automation platform, has been recognized as one of the UK’s most exciting growth stage companies by the government’s Future Fifty program. Previous alumni include Skyscanner, Monzo, Deliveroo, and Zoopla.

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Legal Tech Startup Ai.law Can Now Draft the Complaint for Your Lawsuit

Above the Law - Technology

Ai.law , a legal technology startup that uses artificial intelligence to generate litigation documents, has added a new module that will draft the complaint to initiate a lawsuit. While Ai.law already had modules for litigation tasks such as answering a lawsuit, responding to discovery, and pulling summaries from medical records, this new module allows a user to input relevant information about a case and generate a complete complaint.

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You Be the Judge: Spotlighting Heated Judicial Elections in California

Trellis.Law Blog

Her name is trending on Google and on Trellis. The Honorable Judge Lynn Olson, Office No. 12, now facing an electoral challenge from a lawyer whom she held in contempt last year for disruptive behavior, according to the Los Angeles… Continue reading → The post You Be the Judge: Spotlighting Heated Judicial Elections in California first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Justia Webinars: How To Effectively Handle Long COVID Disability Insurance Claims

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Your clients don’t need the added stress of insurance companies arguing the extent to which long COVID symptoms are disabling. But how can you give the claimants a fighting chance with their insurance claims? You can join our upcoming webinar with Edward Dabdoub as he breaks down not only the complexities of filing long COVID disability insurance claims, but also how you can effectively present your case to insurance companies and maximize your client’s chances of securing the insurance benefits

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

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!

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descrybe.ai aims to disrupt legal research with 2.5m searchable & summarised US judicial opinions (for free)

Legal IT Insiders

Justice tech startup descrybe.ai has announced the completion of a year-long effort to summarise and make searchable all available state supreme and appellate judicial opinions from US state courts. Co-founder […] The post descrybe.ai aims to disrupt legal research with 2.5m searchable & summarised US judicial opinions (for free) appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Motivating Reluctant Lawyers to Contribute to a Group Blog

Kevin O'Keefe

How can you motivate some of the more hesitant lawyers in your firm to contribute to a group blog they’ve committed to? This morning, I was asked for ideas to encourage participation in a new group blog, especially from those who might be reluctant to publish. Have you faced a similar challenge? What strategies have worked for you? I was part of a blog strategy discussion with a 150-lawyer firm where the blog is set to feature multiple authors.

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Am Law 200 firm Vorys selects Everlaw as strategic technology partner for eDiscovery

Legal IT Professionals

Everlaw, the leading cloud-native investigation and litigation platform, has been selected by Vorys, a prominent Am Law 200 firm, as the firm’s strategic ediscovery platform in support of clients worldwide.

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Federal Court Suspends Florida Attorney Over Filing Fabricated Cases Hallucinated by AI

Above the Law - Technology

Just a few weeks ago, I wrote about two more cases of AI-hallucinated citations in court filings leading to sanctions , and now comes the case of a Florida lawyer suspended from practice after filing cases that were “completely fabricated.” On March 8, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida suspended attorney Thomas Grant Neusom from practicing in that court for one year, after which he will be eligible to apply for reinstatement.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

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.

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Apple Under Fire: U.S. Accuses Tech Giant of iPhone Monopoly

Trellis.Law Blog

After years of regulatory scrutiny, the United States is taking on Apple Inc. –arguably one of the most successful tech companies of all time –in a high-profile lawsuit signifying the government’s continued crackdown on Big Tech. The Justice Department filed… Continue reading → The post Apple Under Fire: U.S. Accuses Tech Giant of iPhone Monopoly first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Justia Webinars: Empowering Women in Family Law: Strategies for Success

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

If you have encountered hurdles and limitations as a female lawyer, know that you are not alone. You can explore these challenges with Anna Blood, and discover the opportunities you may have missed, learn strategies to navigate the nuances and barriers of the field of family law, and propel your career forward with helpful tips on career advancement.

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WEBINAR NEXT WEEK: Artificial Intelligence for Legal Professionals: Demystified

Legal IT Insiders

The pace and hype of technological innovation in the field of Artificial Intelligence are dizzying. Large language models and Generative AI tools — like ChatGPT — can help law firms […] The post WEBINAR NEXT WEEK: Artificial Intelligence for Legal Professionals: Demystified appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Beyond the Request: Transforming LinkedIn Invitations into Meaningful Engagement and Opportunities

Kevin O'Keefe

I spent a couple hours on LinkedIn this morning going through those people who have requested that I connect with them, their company or a group. I felt guilty in having about 350 requests and not responding. I was behaving a bit like one of my former law partners who shared, “All of these clients of mine calling and leaving a message to return the call can’t expect me to have the time to return their calls.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies

Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!

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Legal Entity Management Leaders Traact and Klea Join Forces to Provide Optimized Solutions on a Global Scale

Legal IT Professionals

Today, successful Silicon Valley startup Traact , a cloud-based legal tech platform, announced a new strategic partnership with Klea , a Belgium-based leader in AI-enabled legal entity management.

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In Los Angeles, Bet Tzedek’s New Online Legal Clinic Helps Pro Se People with Conservatorships

Above the Law - Technology

In Los Angeles, the legal services organization Bet Tzedek has long run regular in-person legal clinics designed to help self-represented individuals better understand and navigate the sometimes complex process of conservatorship, by which a court appoints a person to manage the personal and financial affairs of someone who cannot make decisions for themself because of an illness or disability.

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Recent Developments: Texas Immigration Law Blocked Again by Appeals Court

Trellis.Law Blog

Yesterday, the Supreme Court gave the green light for a controversial Texas immigration law to take effect, which allows local law enforcement to arrest migrants illegally crossing the border into Texas. However, shortly after the High Court’s decision, the U.S.… Continue reading → The post Recent Developments: Texas Immigration Law Blocked Again by Appeals Court first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Justia Webinars: Converting Leads to Clients: Navigating the Critical Moments in Legal Consultations

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

The next step after marketing your law practice online and capturing a potential lead is the consultation, but that may just be the hardest part. If you struggle with securing a client after a consultation, there may be some missed opportunities and practices to consider to better your chances. A consultation is more than just a simple ABC of legal facts about a potential case and your services, it is your chance to show why your law firm is the best choice.

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The New Way of Conducting Patent Research: Proven Strategies For Efficient Due Diligence

Speaker: Andrew Klein and Jennifer Vandenplas

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.

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The Orange Rag Newsletter is Here!

Legal IT Insiders

Welcome to the March Orange Rag, where we break the news that legal revenue management startup ayora.ai has raised $1.6m pre-seed funding. This is the second exclusive we’ve written about […] The post The Orange Rag Newsletter is Here! appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Have You Ever Had an AI Chatbot Say “I’m Not Sure”

Kevin O'Keefe

From a Seth Godin blog post , a couple days ago, If you ask an AI a question and it’s not confident in the answer, it should say, “I’m not sure.” That could be followed up with, “do you want me to guess” or “if you could give me more context…” Maybe not that phrase but I have had AI tell me it needed more context, it couldn’t answer that question and that it would not comment on a New York Times and OpenAI question as they were in litigation.

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A new era for Access Legal Proclaim - offering law firms greater flexibility, integration & speed

Legal IT Professionals

Access Legal, has released the much-anticipated latest version of Access Legal Proclaim – one of its leading legal case and practice management solutions - complete with a slick, modern design and faster performance to give legal professionals the freedom to do more, improving productivity and efficiency for their practice.

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Dueling Legal Tech Lawsuits: Turns Out Exec Who Sued Former Company in NY Had Herself Been Sued By them A Week Earlier in Dallas

Above the Law - Technology

Yesterday, I reported here on a lawsuit filed March 20 in U.S. District Court in Manhattan by a legal tech executive who alleges her former company owes her over $1 million in stock and that her former boss sexually harassed her. As it turns out, just a week before she filed her lawsuit, her former company had sued her in federal court in Texas, seeking a declaratory judgment that it had terminated her for cause, and that, as a result, her stock option was also terminated.

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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