Trellis.Law Blog

JANUARY 15, 2025

As devastating wildfires continue to impact Los Angeles communities, residents affected by the destruction seek legal recourse against Southern California Edison (SCE), a subsidiary of Edison International. The complaints allege that Edison’s electrical equipment sparked one of the major fires… Continue reading → The post LA Wildfire Victims Take Legal Action Against Southern California Edison first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 15, 2025

Mark Lemley announced decision on Facebook for maximum effect. The post Facebook Lawyer Ditches Client As Company Embraces Bigotry For Fun & Profit appeared first on Above the Law.

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JANUARY 13, 2025

Reviewing legal documents is undeniably tedious. However, while it may be time-consuming, legal document review is also essential for building a strong case strategy and effectively preparing for trial. And, because even the most tenured lawyer can make mistakes or miss important details, it has to be effective and thorough. In this post, well examine everything you need to know about AI for legal document reviewfrom the basics of AI technology to best practices for implementing it responsibly a

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Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

Finding out that youre suspected of a crime can be unnerving. Someone in this situation may have many questions about the law and their rights. The Criminal Law Center in the Justia Legal Guides describes commonly charged crimes and potential defenses. It also discusses procedural features of the criminal justice system, including constitutional protections for suspects and defendants.

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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?

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Trellis.Law Blog

JANUARY 17, 2025

Our CEO Nicole Clark sat down with Legal Technology Hub’s Sarah Glassmeyer recently for an exclusive on Trellis and our new litigator AI solution, Trellis AI. During the conversation the two covered: Read the Interview [link] Watch the Interview… Continue reading → The post Legal Technology Hub Product Briefing Trellis AI first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 16, 2025

A conversation with Damien Riehl.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 15, 2025

There's nothing like meeting in person to help build client relationships. From setup to follow-up, tips for making the most of a client visit. The post Mastering Client Visits: appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

JANUARY 15, 2025

At Justia, we are dedicated to empowering legal professionals with the tools and resources to succeed. Our Justia Webinars provide an inclusive platform for learning, skill-building, and professional growth. Our webinars are FREE to attend for anyone who has a Justia Connect account. Whether you are a lawyer, paralegal, law student, professor, or simply passionate about the law, our webinar series offers something for everyone.

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 17, 2025

2024 was a banner year for fundraising by legal technology companies. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Record Funding For Legal Tech appeared first on Above the Law.

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Artificial Lawyer

JANUARY 13, 2025

Following on from the earlier story about the UK Governments new AI Action Plan (see here), there is one item that this site has spotted that may make a difference to legal tech: the creation of a

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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!

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 14, 2025

In a never-ending game of cat and mouse, cybersecurity companies are using AI to help combat the worlds increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks. The post Law Firms Groaning at the Need to Incorporate Generative AI into Cybersecurity appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Clio

JANUARY 15, 2025

In an unprecedented move, Broward County Circuit Court Judge Andrew Siegel recently used virtual reality (VR) technology during a stand-your-ground hearing. On December 14, 2024, he wore an Oculus Quest 2 VR headset to experience a defense experts recreation of the crime scene. The case involved Miguel Albisu, a wedding venue owner charged with aggravated assault.

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 17, 2025

From the paging-babs dept The post Justin Baldoni Streisands Accusations Against Him By Sending Legal Threat Over Deadpool & Wolverine appeared first on Above the Law.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

Eve, a legal AI platform for plaintiff law firms, has secured $47 million in Series A funding, led by the famous Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) fund, with participation from Lightspeed Venture Partners

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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.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 12, 2025

Michael McCready | Personal injury lawyers have eagerly embraced generative AI to improve client outcomes. The post Ethics Considerations of Using AI In Personal Injury Law appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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lennyesq

JANUARY 13, 2025

Did Zucks definition of free expression just get even broader? Simon Sharwood Meta allegedly downloaded material from an online source thats been sued for breaching copyright, because it wanted the material to train its AI models, according to a new court filing. The accusation was made in a document [PDF] filed in the case of Richard Kadrey et al vs Meta Platforms, in which novelist Kadrey (and others including comedian Sarah Silverman) allege stolen versions of their work were used to train AI

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 14, 2025

Pay the Cat Tax! The post The People Respond To The Proposed TikTok Ban In The Most American Way Possible appeared first on Above the Law.

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Artificial Lawyer

JANUARY 15, 2025

New survey data from LegalOn has shown that 17% of large companies are now using AI contract review software, with a further 21% evaluating the time-saving technology.

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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!

Attorney at Work

JANUARY 15, 2025

There's a hidden challenge facing successful lawyers: understanding and combating lifestyle creep. The post Build Lasting Wealth: How Law Firm Owners Can Combat Lifestyle Creep appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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lennyesq

JANUARY 13, 2025

Chloe Miracle-Rutledge | Georgetown University Law Center, U The US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Wednesday in a landmark case involving a Tennessee law that prohibits gender-affirming healthcare for minors. United States v. Skrmetti marks the Supreme Courts first opportunity to address transgender rights under the Equal Protection Clause and comes in the wake of a rise in state laws regulating gender-affirming care and a presidential election that brought a proliferation of debate over

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 14, 2025

Technology often plays a critical role in strategies to combat rising costs while maintaining quality care. Here are four trends expected to accelerate in 2025. The post 2025 Trends in Health IT appeared first on MedCity News.

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JANUARY 13, 2025

New data from Legal Complex has shown that the burn rate for legal tech companies dropped in 2024, the first time it has done so since 2018.

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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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Legal IT Professionals

JANUARY 15, 2025

Litera, a global leader in legal technology solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia Gumbert as Chief Marketing Officer. Gumbert is an industry-recognized marketing and business executive with a proven track record of exceeding growth objectives in both rapidly expanding and Fortune 500 companies. She will report directly to Litera CEO Avaneesh Marwaha.

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Eric Goldman

JANUARY 17, 2025

[A much longer post is forthcoming. A few initial remarks] The Supreme Court’s ruling will foster more online censorship. The Supreme Court endorses a “Fortress USA” approach, i.e., that legislatures can impose special rules that create a bordered Internet customized for the US and more heavily censored than the Internet in other countries.

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 14, 2025

A CES panel on workplace technology provides insights for the legal industry. The post AI, Gen AI, And Agent AI: What Do They Mean For The Future Of Legal Work? appeared first on Above the Law.

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JANUARY 14, 2025

New data from ratings agency Standard & Poors (S&P) has estimated that IT spending on a global basis rose in 2024 by 8.3% – a huge leap on 2023s figures.

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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.

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LawSites

JANUARY 17, 2025

One of my most-read stories last year was The Justice Gap in Legal Tech: A Tale of Two Conferences and the Implications for A2J.

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Brett Trout

JANUARY 14, 2025

Brett J. Trout Youve created a new invention, congratulations! Protecting your idea through a patent is an essential step in safeguarding your intellectual property. Below, I answer some of the most common questions about the patent process to help you understand whats involved and how to proceed. 1. What is a patent? A patent is a legal document issued by the U.S.

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Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 15, 2025

Legal must move beyond chasing shiny new AI tools and instead focus on understanding the transformative implications of new technologies. The post A Lawyer Goes To CES 2025: My Top 10 Takeaways appeared first on Above the Law.

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Artificial Lawyer

JANUARY 12, 2025

I feel the need, the need for speed! Tom Cruise exclaimed in Top Gun, but do lawyers and their clients feel the same way? And if they do, can we make a system that rewards quick work?

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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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