Legal Tech Monitor
JUNE 14, 2023
General counsels (GCs) and corporate legal departments fundamentally serve as problem-solvers for an organization’s legal issues. This mindset often leads to a heavy focus on the outcome of a legal [.] The post Do You Need End-to-End Legal Project Management? appeared first on Exigent.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 14, 2023
Spellbook recently announced $10.9 million in new funding from several major venture capital firms. The post Artificial Intelligence Already Being Used In Transactional Drafting: An Interview With The CEO Of Spellbook appeared first on Above the Law.
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Kevin O'Keefe
JUNE 16, 2023
Following my post yesterday about how AI will make for more effective legal blogging, I received a response over on LinkedIn that the use of AI in legal blogging would result in blogs without any substantive content. A good discussion ensued with my taking the position that the use of an AI-powered publishing assistant in blogging would result in more substantive legal blog content.
3 Geeks and a Law Blog
JUNE 13, 2023
This week on The Geek in Review, Marlene Gebauer and Greg Lambert talk with Curt Meltzer , principal of Meltzer Consulting, LLC . Meltzer has over 40 years of experience in the legal and legal tech industry. He discusses his interest in pro bono and community outreach programs in law firms and legal tech companies. He notes that while 95% of AmLaw 200 law firms highlight pro bono work on their websites, many legal tech companies do not prioritize these efforts.
Dennis Kennedy
JUNE 13, 2023
Would you help me out with a LinkedIn poll I’m currently running? I’ve been told by several people (yes, more than one) that I should share what I’ve been doing with ChatGPT for personal productivity, planning, and innovation, and give some practical tips on those approaches. I’ve been doing a ton of experiments and have found some great uses. These people have noted the potential benefits of my insights on my own practical use of this AI tool to boost personal productivity, streamline planning
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 16, 2023
Would've been nice to catch this a little earlier. The post Lawyer Figures Out ChatGPT Made Up Fake Cases In His Brief On Day Of Hearing appeared first on Above the Law.
Kevin O'Keefe
JUNE 15, 2023
Can you quantify the value of AI to a legal blogger? Let’s have some fun looking at the question. For lawyers just starting to blog – and maybe just starting to practice law – who use AI to stragically identify niche areas of the law to practice in and blog on, the upside in revenue is pretty strong. There are many examples of blogging lawyers who focused on niches going uncovered who have done very well for themselves.
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Attorney at Work
JUNE 13, 2023
Explore digital marketing for personal injury law firms with social media, SEO strategies, and local advertising to boost success. The post Digital Marketing for Personal Injury Law Firms appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 12, 2023
Thanks to passkeys, the days of passwords will soon be numbered. The post Passwords May Be Extinct Sooner Than You Think appeared first on Above the Law.
Kevin O'Keefe
JUNE 14, 2023
It was crazy enough to hear that lawyers were dumb enough to cite cases pulled from ChatGPT without ever reading them. Things only get wilder in the lawyers’ defense of sanctions. They blamed ChatGPT for tricking them into including fictitious legal research in a brief supporting a personal injury claim against Avianca Airlines. Tricked. Really? Not only did the cases not exist, but airlines referenced in the cases cited didn’t even exist.
Martindale-Avvo
JUNE 16, 2023
With Father’s Day right around the corner, we at Martindale-Avvo are particularly interested in how attorneys approach unique challenges and opportunities that arise from balancing family responsibilities with the demands of running a business. We caught up with two attorneys who are both fathers and work alongside their families – Alex Johnson of Johnson & Johnson Law Firm (Yakima, WA) and Clay Culotta of Culotta & Culotta (New Albany, IN ) – and asked, how do you do it?
MatterSuite
JUNE 12, 2023
In a world where justice and the protection of citizens’ rights take center stage, every decision, case. And action holds the power to profoundly impact lives and society as a whole. But here’s the question: How can technology empower these teams to make a genuine difference, far beyond simply keeping up with the times? Join us as we embark on a journey where the convergence of law and technology unveils a transformative potential.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 14, 2023
And the lesson appears to be, 'why would you believe we'd ever pay you?' The post Biglaw Firm Sent FAKE Salary Increase Memo… To Teach Attorneys A Lesson! appeared first on Above the Law.
Kevin O'Keefe
JUNE 13, 2023
Really interesting article by Gina Kolata in The New York Times this morning about some physicians finding that ChatGPT improves their ability to communicate empathetically with patients. I could relate as lawyers have a hard time blogging in an engaging way, in which case they don’t connect with people. Doctors are using chatbots to find words to break bad news and express concerns about a patient’s suffering.
Hanzo Blog
JUNE 14, 2023
In the well-publicized case In re Google Play Store Antitrust Litigation (N.D. Cal. March 28, 2023) California District Judge James Donato ruled for sanctions against Google for Google Chat spoliation. There are plenty of ediscovery lessons to take away from this case, particularly given that Google is, in the judge’s words, “a frequent and sophisticated litigation party.
CaseFox
JUNE 12, 2023
Did you really think that being a legal professional is all fun and games? Lawyers have to work for long hours under high pressure. The intense workload and constant dealing with clients can take a toll on lawyers’ physical and mental wellbeing. Lawyer burnout or attorney burnout may result in chronic exhaustion, stress and reduce the efficiency of professionals.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 13, 2023
Register today and gain valuable insights to strengthen the partnership between GCs and legal operations teams. By unlocking the power of collaboration, you will pave the way for enhanced efficiency, improved outcomes, and greater organizational success. The post Unlocking The Power Of Partnership: How GCs And Legal Ops Can Improve Outcomes appeared first on Above the Law.
Kevin O'Keefe
JUNE 12, 2023
Will AI be writing a lawyer’s blog posts? It’s a question I’ve been thinking about a lot over the last six months. I’ve always looked at blogging as a way for lawyers to connect with people through real and authentic writing. AI written posts would take that away. I see AI as a way for a lawyer to amplify their passion, expertise and commentary. AI serves as a blogging assistant.
MatterSuite
JUNE 15, 2023
In today’s fast-paced legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for in-house professionals. As legal complexities continue to evolve, it becomes crucial to seek out valuable resources that provide insights and expert opinions. One such resource that has gained immense popularity is legal podcasts. These audio shows are convenient.
CaseFox
JUNE 13, 2023
Is your firm struggling to protect the sensitive information of clients? Is your firm becoming the target of cyber threats? If the answer is yes, then your firm needs robust data security. Today we are living in the digital era, and data is a lifeblood of this era. All different types of organizations store data, including law firms. Law firms handle confidential and sensitive client data.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 15, 2023
Time and advice, Abraham Lincoln famously said, are a lawyer’s stock in trade. If so, then the two most important tools in a law practice may just be the calendar and the document management system. Through the calendar, the lawyer manages time, and through documents the lawyer dispenses and memorializes advice. Given this, the recently announced integration of rules-based legal calendaring software LawToolBox with document management system NetDocuments seems as natural a pairing as hot fudge a
Attorney at Work
JUNE 16, 2023
Jamie Spannhake | Taking care of yourself is not a luxury. It's a necessity for long-term success. The post Tips for Prioritizing Lawyer Well-Being: It’s Good for Clients Too appeared first on Attorney at Work.
MatterSuite
JUNE 15, 2023
In today’s fast-paced legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for in-house professionals. As legal complexities continue to evolve, it becomes crucial to seek out valuable resources that provide insights and expert opinions. One such resource that has gained immense popularity is legal podcasts. These audio shows are convenient.
Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog
JUNE 16, 2023
Nearly 40 summers ago, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its most famous decision involving the powers of government agencies. Issued on June 25, 1984, the ruling in Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. NRDC remains a cornerstone of administrative law. Justice John Paul Stevens wrote for the Court in devising a doctrine that has become known as Chevron deference.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 14, 2023
A judge orders disclosure, a radio host sues for defamation, and experts consider the future of dealmaking, in this roundup of recent AI news. The post AI Update: Keeping An Eye On Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Above the Law.
TechLaw Crossroads
JUNE 15, 2023
Steve Schwartz, the lawyer in New York who improperly used ChatGPT recently, was all the news last week. For those who don’t know, Schwartz says he used ChatGPt to prepare a Brief filed with a court. The Brief included some case citations that ChatGPT supplied. The problem was the cases didn’t exit. They were hallucinations. Photo by ilgmyzin on Unsplash While many were quick to blame the tech, the real problem was not the tech.
Legal IT Insiders
JUNE 15, 2023
Addleshaw Goddard is conducting trials or proof of concepts with five generative AI vendors in the drafting, review, legal review and productivity space, led by a working group that has … Exclusive: Addleshaw Goddard undertakes five gen AI trials with cross-firm engagement Read More » The post Exclusive: Addleshaw Goddard undertakes five gen AI trials with cross-firm engagement appeared first on Legal IT Insider.
Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog
JUNE 15, 2023
When economic times get tough, the natural inclination is to cut back on spending. For a law firm, marketing may be one of the first seemingly superfluous areas on the chopping block. While cutting these extra dollars from your bottom line is undoubtedly tempting, you should not stop marketing altogether. Instead, law firms should focus on optimizing their budgets by making conscientious, strategic marketing decisions designed to reach more clients while weathering the storm.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 15, 2023
When should you swipe right on a new CLM? The post What Dating Tech Can Teach Us About Contract Lifecycle Management appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
JUNE 11, 2023
Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few. On a weekly basis Pete Weiss highlights articles and information that focus on the increasingly complex and wide ranging ways technology is used to compromise and diminish our privacy and online security, often without our situational awareness.
Eric Goldman
JUNE 16, 2023
This case involves a customer’s Amazon review asserting that a merchant sold fake goods. The merchant sued Amazon (pro se) for defamation based on the review. The 11th Circuit easily dismisses the claim per Section 230. ICS Provider. “Amazon’s website allows customers to view, purchase, and post reviews online, and therefore provides computer access by multiple users similar to an online message board or a website exchange system.” [Jargon note: I have no idea what a R
Law Technology Today
JUNE 13, 2023
In this short video summary of the 2022 TechReport on cloud computing, Dennis Kennedy shares the highlights of the results from the 2022 results from the ABA’s annual technology survey. Highlights include: Cybersecurity has passed the crisis point in lawyers’ use of cloud services in our world of cybersecurity risks, ransomware, cyberwarfare, and more.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 16, 2023
Hear from a panel of experts on the impact of AI on private equity and learn about Ontra’s AI solution for the private markets, Synapse. The post Watch Ontra’s Webinar: Artificial Intelligence And The Private Funds Industry appeared first on Above the Law.
Attorney at Work
JUNE 14, 2023
Brooke Lively | When you have accountability, your practice can achieve remarkable growth. The post The Secret of Increased Production for Your Law Practice? Accountability appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Clio
JUNE 14, 2023
It may appear to be a technical area, but the commingling of funds is a peril of legal practice that firms must learn to avoid. Below, we explore some of the basics of commingling of funds — what legal practitioners need to understand, the types of activities that are considered commingling and their consequences, and how to avoid inadvertent commingling.
Inside Privacy
JUNE 15, 2023
Earlier this week, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) published an update to its rulemaking agenda indicating that it does not plan to approve two proposed cyber rules until at least October 2023 (the agenda’s timeframe is an estimate). The proposed rules in question address disclosure requirements regarding cybersecurity governance and cybersecurity incidents at publicly traded companies and registered investment advisers and funds.
Above the Law - Technology
JUNE 15, 2023
The legal technology company Casetext celebrates its 10th anniversary today. In a blog post the company published today, it describes itself as “a ten-year overnight success.” That sums it up well. Like many startups, its path to success has taken it on detours along the way. The company it started as in 2013 is not the company it is today.
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