Martindale-Avvo

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A lawyer is a licensed professional who provides legal advice, represents clients in legal proceedings, and drafts legal documents. Lawyers play a crucial role in litigation, advocating for their clients in court. After law school, aspiring lawyers must pass the bar exam in their state.

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MatterSuite

MAY 24, 2023

In this blog, we will delve into the distinctions between a lawyer, attorney, and litigator. By understanding these terms, you will gain valuable insights into the roles, responsibilities, and expertise of each, ultimately helping you navigate the legal landscape more effectively. What is a Litigator? What is a Lawyer?

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Attorney at Work

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

divorce or litigation). Legal advice: Provide second opinions or quick reviews of documents at no charge. Get really good ideas every day for your law practice: Subscribe to the Daily Dispatch (it’s free). .” So often, lawyers struggle to find targets for business. estate planning or general corporate work).

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Clio

JANUARY 20, 2025

The discovery process is a critical element of litigation, and objections to discovery requests are every bit as essential. Any legal professional working in litigation needs to know how to make these objections, and how to respond when the opposing side makes them. And, of course, not all objections will be accepted.

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CaseFox

MAY 23, 2023

The legal profession is a complex and multifaceted field, comprising various roles that serve distinct purposes. Among these roles, lawyers and litigators often create confusion due to their similarities. They handle a wide range of legal matters, including contract drafting, negotiations, and legal documentation.

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MatterSuite

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Alternative Fee Arrangements (AFAs) are pricing models for lawyers and law firms that go beyond hourly billing. How Alternative Fee Arrangements Can Help Your Law Firm AFAs also allow legal firms to incorporate transparent pricing policies. The answer lies in finding the right mix of arrangements that work best for the firm.

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Martindale-Avvo

MAY 30, 2023

Specializing in family law requires a certain je ne sais quoi. Add in factors like the emotions involved and personal nature of the cases, and this may be why many attorneys aren’t too eager to practice family law. Of course, a family lawyer needs to be a strong advocate and litigator.

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CaseFox

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This blog explores different alternative dispute resolution processes and methods, such as mediation, arbitration, and litigation. In some cases, the ADR process is used along with the litigation process. There are a few different types of alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation, arbitration, and litigation.

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Clio

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When it comes to law firm billing, hourly billing is still a mainstay of the legal industry. But the billable hour is no longer the only option for law firms. Law firms can reach more clients by offering hourly billing and setting prices for other services. Why should your law firm consider alternative fee arrangements?

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The Law Product Makers blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Examples of employment law forms include state-specific employment contracts, employment manuals, independent contractor agreements, privacy solutions, and return-to-work policies. probably the leading law firm in Silicon Valley and one of the top law firms in the world.

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Colin S. Levy

AUGUST 6, 2024

In fact, people are generally more protected in these critical moments when they access legal services ahead of time. Preventative legal services. Imagine the possibilities if affordable, high-quality legal advice were easily accessible as individuals navigated their lives.

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Legal Expert Connections

DECEMBER 1, 2018

District Judge forced a law firm to reveal its referral fee arrangement in a recent prominent case, many legal experts are suggesting the industry may be at a tipping point where class action firms could be required to more fully disclose the distribution of their fees. Legal Expert Connections, Inc. After one U.S.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

MAY 12, 2023

In this riveting episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of AI in the legal industry with our esteemed guests, Nathan Walter and Bridget Albiero. Nathan Walter has been instrumental in creating BriefPoint.ai, a tool designed specifically for lawyers to eliminate the mundane and time-consuming aspects of law practice.

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Berkley Technology Law Journal

JULY 9, 2022

[Sonali Khanna] 0:12 You’re listening to the Berkeley Technology Law Journal Podcast. To give us a taste of these developments, our guest for today is Professor Molly Van Houweling, a clinical professor at UC Berkeley School of Law, a legal scholar, and an American cyclist. I’m Sonali Khanna.

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Discovery Advocate

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The appeal arose from a recent Ninth Circuit decision ordering a law firm to produce documents that reflected “dual purpose” legal and business advice. The firm had provided legal advice about certain tax avoidance measures to a client and also prepared the client’s tax filings. Frederick , 182 F.3d 3d 754 (D.C.

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Legal Tech Monitor

MAY 30, 2023

In a first for an e-discovery technology company, Chicago-based Nextpoint is launching an Arizona law firm June 1 under that state’s liberalized law practice rules that allow non-lawyers to own law practices. Learn more about Nextpoint at the LawNext Legal Technology Directory. Its lawyers will not appear in court.

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Colin S. Levy

MARCH 7, 2023

Law school did a great job teaching me legal doctrine. If you think about it, that is what law school has been designed to do and has done for a long time. There is much more to the practice of law than legal doctrine. There is much more to the practice of law than legal doctrine.

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Clio

AUGUST 28, 2024

Thanks to the increasing demand for legal services over the past couple of years, many areas of law are experiencing shifts in their growth trajectories. These sudden changes have jumpstarted many new and growing legal practice areas. We know that the pandemic helped contribute to these emerging areas of law. CCPA laws ).

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LawSites

JANUARY 23, 2023

Calloquy Platform Elevator Pitch: Calloquy is dedicated to making remote legal proceedings safe, secure, and efficient, both to reduce cost and risk for corporate litigants and to expand access to justice for underserved communities. Case Chronology Elevator Pitch: We are the legal Gold Standard for Chronologies.

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Social Media for Law Firms

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

One of the most common pieces of legal advice a client will receive from lawyers during litigation is also the simplest: stay offline. There are a number of reasons — and even law firms have been responsible for breaking these laws. This can result in additional litigation unless those claims can be proved true.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JANUARY 14, 2021

District Court for the District of Columbia granted plaintiff Guo Wengui’s motion to compel production of a report (the “Report”)—and related materials—prepared by forensic vendor Duff & Phelps in Guo’s lawsuit against the law firm that formerly represented him, Clark Hill, PLC (the “Firm”). Breach Litig. , See Wengui v.

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MatterSuite

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) highlighted in a recent survey that 89 percent of the Fortune 500 companies were found to have a top officer such as a CLO or GC overseeing the law departments. They help make sure that the legal affairs of the company are well handled and appropriately addressed.

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CaseFox

OCTOBER 11, 2023

All of us are bound by the law. There are certain actions that are legally prohibited for the safety of all the individuals. So breaking these laws can lead you behind the bars. Most of the public is aware of these legal rights, but it is necessary for all the individuals to know about these rights.

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MatterSuite

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Ever wondered how technology is reshaping the practice of law, an arena known for its venerable traditions and meticulous procedures? In a world where innovation touches every facet of our lives, it’s no surprise that the legal industry, too, is experiencing a transformation.

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CaseFox

MAY 12, 2023

A 2019 report by the American Bar Association found that 36% of legal consumers prefer flat fee pricing, while 29% prefer hourly billing. In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, small law firms face numerous challenges in meeting the needs and expectations of modern legal consumers.

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Lawmatics

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

AI helps legal professionals find relevant case law, statutes, and precedents by searching and summarizing vast legal databases. Legal marketing. AI allows law firms to target potential clients with personalized marketing campaigns based on status, matter type, location, and more. Is there a legal AI like ChatGPT?

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Understanding In-House Legal Teams In-house legal teams consist of legal personnel who are part of an organization’s workforce and are tasked with the responsibility of providing legal services to the company. They interact with several departments and offer legal solutions that are suitable for the company’s plans.

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MatterSuite

AUGUST 12, 2024

This position entails the supervision of the legal affairs of the company, adherence to the law, and the prevention of legal problems. Associate Counsel The role of Associate Counsel is normally to work under the General Counsel and deal with certain legal matters in the company.

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Legal Tech Monitor

MARCH 21, 2023

Few legal professionals are using or planning to use generative AI tools in their legal work, according to a survey conducted March 15-16 and published this week by LexisNexis Legal & Professional. The survey finds that legal professionals — the survey polled 1,176 U.S. Developing litigation strategies, 5%.

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

These include: Strategic Legal Leadership : Guiding the organization through complex legal landscapes, aligning legal strategy with business goals, and ensuring that all actions support the company’s long-term vision. Provide strategic legal advice to the executive team on a wide range of issues.

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Legal Tech Monitor

MAY 19, 2023

The ATJ Improvement Grant (previously named the Self-Represented Litigant Coordinator grant) will award up to $30,000 to cover expenses related to the development, modification, or expansion of resources and services to improve access to justice. Courts can also apply to join the Court Navigator Network without applying for grant funds.

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The Law Product Makers blog

DECEMBER 14, 2021

You can create a Prenuptial Agreement at Hello Prenup without incurring high legal fees. It is another “pure play” law product website. I thought this would be a good case study for future law product makers. It is a good example of a law product start-up that is directed at consumers. Two of the sharks invested: “Mr.

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CaseFox

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Because they are the part of case file legal proceedings, which means they are public unless the court orders to seal them. You should always seek legal advice from an attorney for creating concrete, clear, and logical pleadings. The Bottom Line Pleadings are the backbone of any legal proceedings.

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LawSites

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Atlanta Legal Aid Society will use a $267,374 grant to enhance its intake and client interview systems to allow staff and volunteers to conduct centralized intake, screening and legal advice for family law applicants.

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Colin S. Levy

MARCH 7, 2023

Heather believes that the best in-house lawyers don't just provide excellent legal advice. They serve as key business partners, providing guidance based on a deep understanding of both the law and the company's goals, which moves the company forward by maximizing potential gain while mitigating legal risk. This is a trap.

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Provide a description of what kind of attorney you are and the area of law you practice. Check in with an old law school classmate. It shouldn’t be legal advice, but enough to get a business owner to pick up the phone and ask you, “How do I complete these action items?”. Law school counts. Work on a summary.

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MatterSuite

JUNE 7, 2023

Introduction Within the legal profession, a dynamic landscape of roles and titles unravels, delineating the hierarchy and responsibilities that shape law firms and organizations. ” While both positions hold significant importance in the legal world, they differ in terms of status, responsibilities, and career prospects.

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