Above the Law - Technology

JANUARY 18, 2024

Centerbase , a company that provides a cloud legal practice management platform for mid-sized law firms, today announced the beta launch of native document management, integrated directly within its platform. Users can track their time while working on documents using Centerbase’s Automated Time Capture feature.

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Ron Friedmann

AUGUST 6, 2020

Large law firms have faced growing pressure since 2010 to deliver more value to clients, creating pressure for efficiency and lower rates. The 2020 Law Firms in Transition Survey (June 2020) reports on large law firm trends. Last century, that typically meant delegation to paralegals.

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Above the Law - Technology

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Even though the themes generally tracked those I’ve already seen raised in other forums and articles, the insights that came out of the summit were enlightening and thought-provoking, especially given the bona fides of those who were there. Even as law firms adopt AI, they are finding implementation to be a challenge.

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 30, 2024

Yet the hurdles and objections voiced by lawyers are real concerns, even when it comes to proven tactics for increasing efficiency and profitability like time-tracking. They may worry they’ll be micromanaged, that it will take too much time, or not want to listen because they use alternative fees and flat fees anyway.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Rigorous security and confidentiality controls provide the trust needed to gain adoption at top law firms. Younger associates and paralegals tend to be most enthusiastic about the technology while firm leadership lags. I was living in Seattle at the time, and I was working on my first pro bono asylum case.

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Law Technology Today

AUGUST 1, 2023

In an evolving legal environment with market competition at an all-time high, the technical competence of law firms and legal departments of large organizations have to be top notch. This entails identifying activities that are non-value add, not required, or even those necessary activities that cost too much time and resources.

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Centerbase

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In most law firms, efficiency, productivity, and profitability are measured in ticks of the clock. Yet while time tracking is a law firm’s lifeblood, it’s also the bane of timekeepers’ existence. But sometimes starting and stopping times can get lost amid the busyness of the day.

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Rocket Matter

MAY 30, 2023

Many law firms struggle to define their billable rates, especially new law firms. Your billable rate shouldn’t just account for your time When a business decides the price of its products and services, it doesn’t just consider the salaries of its employees. Sure, you can consult average billing rates by state.

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Rocket Matter

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

You know many attorneys at your firm are burning the midnight oil. If firm leaders don’t have an understanding of how team members are spending their time, your revenue could be in trouble. You need this information to understand where the firm is thriving (because it’s always important to know what you’re doing well!)

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Clio

MAY 24, 2024

For law firms in today’s legal landscape, delivering sound legal representation and a client-centered focus are essential, but good legal work alone isn’t enough. A law firm is also a business, which means that effective law firm management is integral to your firm’s overall success.

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Rocket Matter

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The dilemma is this: you want to track your hours accurately, but you don’t want to have to put in extra work for it. It can seem overwhelming to have to jot down every minute of client time, but, alas, if you don’t, you’ll be in an even bigger hole. Automatic time tracking improves your firm’s profitability.

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Ron Friedmann

JULY 22, 2020

While law firms have not changed that much – they still bill by the hour – but law departments and legal operations professional face corporate pressure for predictable spend. Use the analysis in discussions and negotiations with law firms. Arun sees the same drivers at work. Mentions Pursuit for RFPs.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 18, 2022

They may also have trouble finding qualified personnel to help with practice management and paralegal tasks. Even if they can find talented individuals with the right skills, small firms and solo practitioners in rural areas may not be able to afford the cost of recruiting and retaining them.

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Martindale-Avvo

JANUARY 31, 2024

Stay on track by following financial management best practices , which include: Creating a budget. Research payment management tools to reduce the time you spend billing. A solo practice can have one or more support staff, such as a paralegal or legal assistant. A strategy keeps your marketing on track no matter what happens.

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Clio

MAY 2, 2024

In addition to this, lawyers rarely (if ever) have a let-off—their clients often expect them to perform at their best all the time. Generally, stress in the firm and at court is more common than you might think. Even the most intelligent and successful lawyers feel stressed from time to time. Not one bit.

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Legodesk

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Automating your law firm’s workflow can have a number of benefits. It can improve communication between lawyers and clients, reduce the time spent on administrative tasks, and allow you to focus on more important matters. Read Also – How does cloud accounting software help law firms?

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Legodesk

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Legal workflow automation is the process of automating routine tasks for law firms. Automating your law firm’s workflow can have a number of benefits. It can improve communication between lawyers and clients, reduce the time spent on administrative tasks, and allow you to focus on more important matters.

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Rocket Matter

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Are you a busy legal professional haunted by the specter of the billable hour, questioning what counts and unsure of how best to track your time? Billable hours are the time during which attorneys work on tasks related to clients’ cases. Some firms have a billable rate for key support staff, such as paralegals.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

JULY 31, 2023

I didn’t question that stat at the time, because it sounded about right to me. NY Times – April 10, 2023 A.I. 39 Work Activities – O*NET defines 39 work activities that apply to each job title they track (I count 41, but maybe Goldman dropped a few intentionally?) Judicial Law Clerks 5 5 3 12.8% Okay, so which is it?

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Centerbase

JUNE 14, 2023

For five quarters in a row, law firm profitability has fallen, according to the 2023 Report on the State of the Legal Market , a study conducted by the Thomson Reuters Institute and Georgetown. Data are based on reported results from 170 US-based law firms, including 46 AmLaw 100 firms, 47 AmLaw 200 firms, and 77 midsize law firms.)

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CaseFox

JUNE 15, 2023

Understanding Legal Project Management Technology Law firm project management is a general term that refers to the legal workflow process. It helps law firms provide a systematic approach to planning, executing, controlling, and collaborating on all tasks within the firm.

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Clio

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Todays legal landscape is fast-paced, which is why law firms are increasingly turning to virtual receptionists to enhance their efficiency and client service. As a cost-effective, flexible, and scalable solution, virtual receptionist services can be an invaluable asset to law firms looking to streamline their processes.

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Legal Tech Monitor

AUGUST 2, 2023

Centerbase , a Dallas-based company providing cloud legal practice management software for mid-sized law firms, says its new profitability reporting capability, launching today, will enable firms to analyze their profitability more precisely than traditional reporting platforms.

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LawSites

AUGUST 2, 2023

Centerbase , a Dallas-based company providing cloud legal practice management software for mid-sized law firms, says its new profitability reporting capability, launching today, will enable firms to analyze their profitability more precisely than traditional reporting platforms.

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Rocket Matter

JUNE 28, 2022

In fact, your law firm suffers if people refuse to work together. To keep your clients coming back again and again, the members of your firm need to collaborate efficiently. Attorneys have plenty of work on their own plates, and creating collaborative processes takes time and intentionality. Star talent.

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Clio

JUNE 18, 2024

As the most extensive analysis of the legal industry, the Legal Trends Report compiles essential data on law firm performance and identifies key factors driving changes in legal practice. For lawyers in solo and small firms, we offer specialized insights through our annual Legal Trends for Solo and Small Law Firms report.

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Rocket Matter

MAY 16, 2023

It’s ideal for law firms and their clients when itemizations on invoices are clear, transparent, and accurate. Undercharging leads to lost profits for the firm. So let’s avoid all that mess, and take a look at how NOT to bill time for clients. Your clients and your accounting team will thank you!

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

MAY 23, 2023

Bush at the White House, a senior level appointee at the US Department of Justice, an Equity partner at two large global law firms, and in-house counsel at a major global consulting and business advisory firm. And in house counsel at a major global consulting and business advisory firm. Greg Lambert 0:26 Yeah.

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Clio

JUNE 21, 2023

Running a client-centered law firm means prioritizing your clients and their experiences. An engagement letter is a written agreement that outlines a new business relationship between a law firm and a client—detailing key parameters like the scope of potential work and payment terms to set clear expectations for all parties.

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Attorney at Work

AUGUST 17, 2021

And the few times she has delegated work, she’s had to redo everything herself. “Delegating is just going to cost me more time and money.”. Spend some time analyzing whether some aspects of the work can be broken down into less complex tasks that can be delegated to others. has served her well. What’s the point?”

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CaseFox

AUGUST 10, 2023

In these cases, lawyers and firms pay for the meals of different individuals. Not just that, it also includes daily meals that law firms offer their employees during working hours. Just like any other business, even law firms need to market and advertise their services.

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MatterSuite

AUGUST 22, 2023

Managing a law firm can be arduous, particularly when running a small firm with staffing limits. Legal practitioners, lawyers, and paralegals can greatly streamline many administrative parts of law practice. You can rely on law practice management platforms to manage a law firm efficiently.

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Rocket Matter

JULY 18, 2023

But if you own a solo law firm, the reality is you do have to do it all, and you’re often doing it alone. And for most solo practitioners, that’s the whole point. Keep your deadlines on track with calendaring and tasks. Many matters require the same fields, so you’re wasting time if you start each one with a blank task.

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Simple Legal

MARCH 17, 2023

Now, with our new Enhanced Reporting upgrade, you have an even greater ability to analyze legal KPIs, track performance, and make informed decisions that drive your business forward. Just take it from Young Adult Institute paralegal Alexandra Bedon: after switching to SimpleLegal, spend reporting became “the easiest part” of her job.

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Clio

JULY 9, 2024

This is where Clio File steps in, offering a user-friendly solution that takes the hassle out of e-filing, helping you avoid errors and stay on track with your submissions. Clio helps you stay on top of key court deadlines and requirements with our Court Rules feature , helping you ensure critical documents are submitted on time.

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CaseFox

JUNE 12, 2023

In this blog, we will explore the concept of lawyers or paralegal burnout. It is crucial for lawyers and law firms to comprehend the causes and symptoms of burnout in the legal profession. They are emotionally drained most of the time. Lawyer burnout gradually builds up over time.

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LawSites

JANUARY 23, 2023

This year, you will be able to vote five times on a single ballot. You may vote for your top-five favorites or five times for top favorite. This helps avoid mistakes and delays in the deposition and by speeding up the process, effectively gives lawyers more time on the record to ask questions.

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