LawNext is a weekly podcast hosted by Bob Ambrogi, who is internationally known for his writing and speaking on legal technology and innovation. Each week, Bob interviews the innovators and entrepreneurs who are driving what’s next in the legal industry. From legal technology startups to new law firm business models to enhancing access to justice, Bob and his guests explore the future of law and legal practice.
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The premier provider of podcasts for attorneys and legal professionals. Over 15 shows on varied topics highlight important issues, current events, technology and the future of law. Legal Talk Network's shows are hosted by leading industry professionals and feature high profile guests.
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Bob Ambrogi interviews leaders in the legal technology space about their news and press releases.
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Blogging pioneer and legal journalist Bob Ambrogi sits down with some of the best legal bloggers around to discuss how blogging has impacted their careers as lawyers, their approach to blogging and advice they’d give fellow law bloggers. This podcast is presented by LexBlog, offering digital publishing solutions and consulting for nearly 20 years.
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Plan to Pivot: Embracing Change in Law School and Beyond
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Many law students begin their studies thinking they have their legal ambitions all mapped out, only to realize later that their perfect plan is no longer what they want. Having this type of identity crisis in law school isn’t a bad thing, and if it happens to you, don’t panic! Law school and your early legal career should be a time for exploration …
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Ep 241: InfoTrack’s Mission to Revolutionize Litigation Services Such as E-filing and Process Serving, with CEO Ed Watts
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InfoTrack may be one of the fastest growing yet least known legal technology companies in the United States. You may know it more through its brands, including ServeNow for finding process servers, One Legal for California court filing, LawToolBox for court calendaring, and the Legal Talk Network group of legal podcasts. Our guest today, Ed Watts, …
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Women’s History Month, Policy Issues, and Fighting for Gender Justice
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March is Women’s History Month where we celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States throughout American history in a variety of fields. Charlotte E. Ray. Belva Lockwood. Sandra Day O’Connor. Ruth Bader Ginsberg. These are just some of the standout women who have shaped our legal history and fought for women and girls across the…
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#494: How to Stop Procrastination and Conquer Your To-Do List, with Paul Unger
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What are you putting off? We’ve all been there and here’s the good news: it doesn’t mean you are lazy or a bad person! In this episode, Stephanie explores the why behind procrastination with time management expert, Paul Unger. Of course, they’ll also dig into actionable steps you can take to overcome procrastination and get those to-dos off your pl…
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Parental leave and a bumbling Supreme Court highlight the week. _____________________________ Are law firms going to get stingy with parental leave? While most firms report solid revenue, sparking resentment over a few weeks of leave seems like a weird strategy, but DLA Piper recently cut back on the leave available to non-birthing parents. It's a …
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Could automated transcription tools replace human court reporters?
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Transcription technology has existed for a while now, but its accuracy has never been that high. Now, artificial intelligence could make automated transcription even more accurate. As the tech becomes better and better, is it possible that it could eventually replace human court reporters?By Legal Talk Network
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Frustration. Guilt. Anger. Loss. It’s hard to stay focused when so many powerful emotions come at you in a single day. Listen in as we discuss our recent rides on the emotional roller coaster and learn about the tools we use to keep our sanity and come back for more.By Legal Talk Network
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Bull$#!% You Hear at Legal Conferences || What Are You Reading?
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This time, the guys unpack Google’s latest headlines, caution lawyers against some highly questionable speakers at legal conferences, and share the latest books to add to your reading list. ____________________________ Today’s big thing—The News: Google’s latest core updates are really trying to crack down on spam and garbage content. Will it work?…
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Experts discuss the vast funding gap in legal tech. LSC President Ron Flagg hosts the conversation with guests Bob Ambrogi, lawyer and award-winning legal tech journalist, and Cat Moon, director of innovation design for the Program on Law and Innovation at Vanderbilt Law School. Inspired by Ambrogi’s recent LawSites article, they discuss how tech c…
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Rules Vote 2024: 12 Proposed Changes to the Texas Disciplinary Rules
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Since its inception in 2017, the Committee on Disciplinary Rules and Referenda has been charged with the examination of Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct and Rules of Disciplinary Procedure to determine rule adequacy and necessary changes. After extensive evaluation of existing rules, the committee proposed 12 new rules between 2021 …
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Community Table: How To Measure Your Hiring, Avoid The Bull$#!*.
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In this episode’s discussions around the Community Table: We start with an attorney who wants to balance hiring and firm growth. What happens when you hire “too much” team for the work or have “too much work” for the team? It’s a delicate dance. Start with a business plan and control the one thing you can, the number of cases you accept. It’s OK to…
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Key Strategies for Positioning Your Law Firm for Growth with Doug Reifschneider
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In this episode, I’m joined by Doug Reifschneider, a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer at Chief Outsiders, to discuss the benefits and strategies of employing fractional CMO services for law firms. Doug Reifschneider is a marketing veteran from the restaurant industry. During his four-year tenure with Chief Outsiders as a fractional Chief Marketin…
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Ep 240: The New Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirement and How Legal Tech Can Help Companies Comply
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The arrival of 2024 brought a new reporting requirement for more than 32 million smaller companies in the United States. The new requirement, which came about as part of the federal Corporate Transparency Act of 2021, means that many companies will now have to report information about their beneficial owners — the individuals who ultimately control…
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Managing the Transition to Life After Legal Practice
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It is important to attorneys to build a rich career, but just as important is the time they put into life outside of legal practice. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Kevin McGoff about his recently published book, Find Your Landing Zone: Life Beyond the Bar. Kevin shares his personal experiences and discusses effective ways to manage transi…
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Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Tessa Manuello
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Creative thinking and design elements can help you elevate your legal practice and develop more meaningful solutions for clients. Dennis and Tom welcome Tessa Manuello to discuss her insights on legal technology with a particular focus on creative design adaptations for lawyers. Tessa discusses the tech learning process for attorneys and explains h…
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3 Simple Rules for Safer GenAI Use; AI’s Role in Legal Practice; and “Brother Up”
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Adjusting to the new and persistent presence of AI in the legal world isn’t easy, but it is necessary. Jared welcomes brothers Justin and Luc Cary, an attorney and software engineer, respectively, to unpack the current state of AI in business and legal uses. They discuss current safety issues, emerging guardrails, best practices for research, AI in…
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#493: Why Brilliant People Should Write Books, with Sharai Robbin
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You own a law firm and have amazing thoughts, ideas, and stories to share. So, what’s holding you back from writing that book? In today’s episode, Stephanie talks with best-selling author and speaker Sharai Robbin about why and how you can write that book. Links from the episode: Freebie - 7- Figure Secret Case Study Upcoming Masterclass - "The 3 …
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Bond... unaffordable cash bond. _________________________________ Donald Trump needed to put up some cash before E. Jean Carroll can begin executed the judgment she has against him. Instead, Trump tried to argue that he was simply too rich to put up a bond. The argument was not persuasive, but it did get Above the Law mentioned on Stephen Colbert. …
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'When Rape Goes Viral' looks at why cases like Steubenville happen
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Three high-profile cases of sexual assault in 2012 followed a basic pattern: A teenage girl was sexually assaulted at a house party by one or more teenage boys while she was incapacitated by alcohol. The attacks were recorded and the photos, videos and stories were shared on social media or via texts. The photos and videos were used to ridicule the…
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EP 503- Mentorship with Mary Simon Part One
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Mentorship improves competence and confidence. John brings his daughter Attorney Mary Simonto the mic to discuss the power of mentorship for personal and professional growth.By Legal Talk Network
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Extra, Extra! Break Free from the Billable Hour
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Subscription legal services are the future, folks, so let’s ride the new wave! The billable hour has become increasingly despised, but how do you make the switch to a subscription-based, recurring revenue law firm? In a live conversation at ABA TECHSHOW, Gyi chatted with Kim Bennett and Blaine Korte about how to leave the billable hour behind and c…
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Ep 239: Oddr CEO Milan Bobde On How AI Can Help Law Firms Stem Revenue Leakage and Turn Invoices into Cash
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Can AI help law firms stem revenue leakage and more efficiently turn their invoices into collected cash? That is the premise behind Oddr, a legal tech startup that recently launched what it says is the legal industry’s first AI-powered invoice to cash platform, centralizing law firm billing, collections, payments and reconciliation in a single prod…
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You Need An Expert Witness, But Where Do You Find One?
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Round Table Group is a Premier Sponsor of the ABA Litigation Section. On this Litigation Radio episode, we will hear from Russ Rosenzweig, CEO of Round Table Group, about using third parties in expert searches. The selection of the Round Table Group as the subject of this interview should not be construed as an endorsement by the American Bar Assoc…
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Surprise! You Do Not Have the Right to Vote with Rick Hasen
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The federal constitution neither explicitly nor implicitly includes the right to vote. Instead, the framers allowed the States to determine the “Time, Places, and Manner of holding Elections.” Rick Hasen, author of A Real Right to Vote: How a Constitutional Amendment Can Safeguard American Democracy, believes that needs to change. He asserts that a…
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The Presidential Election & Saving our Democracy
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On November 5th, 2024, people across the nation will head to the polls and cast their vote for president of the United States. It is looking more and more like another battle between President Joe Biden & former President Donald Trump with policy and rhetoric indicating an even more divided nation than in the prior election. With policy issues like…
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TECHSHOW 2024: Optimizing Your Firm With Free and Low-Cost Solutions
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Your firm is more likely to succeed with the right software in place, but not all lawyers have a large technology budget. Judge Barbara Leach shares cost-effective software solutions that can help lawyers grow their business and increase efficiency. Judge Leach emphasizes the importance of a basic investment in practice management software early in…
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Tech Talk: New Microsoft 365 Tools You Can Use (Today!)
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Is it time to review the tech tools you use every day? Are you getting the most out of your online services (or are you using the right ones?) A lot has changed in the way Microsoft tools interact with the world of legal tech in the past year or so. So, we’ve got a special episode on tech. A back-to-school session where host Adriana Linares offers …
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#492: Stop Training so Much and Support Your Team Through Change, with Paco Roman
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You have great ideas as a leader, but do you struggle getting your team on board and ready to change with you? In this episode, Stephanie talks with Paco Roman, Professional Development Coach, about a change management system that will help you get your team on board and moving in the same direction. Additionally, Zack talks with Joyce Brafford, fr…
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TECHSHOW 2024: One Bar License, Will Travel
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Modernization is pushing us toward change, and one area of contention has been Model Rule of Professional Conduct 5.5 and related Unauthorized Practice of Law issues, particularly as they relate to multi-jurisdictional legal practice. Emma Raimi-Zlatic talks with Charity Anastasio and Micah Buchdahl about their session dedicated to the changing lan…
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Ep 238: Thomson Reuters’ AI Strategy for Legal, with Mike Dahn, Head of Westlaw, and Joel Hron, Head of AI
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On this episode of LawNext: A conversation about Thomson Reuters’ strategy around generative artificial intelligence with two of the executives most directly responsible for its development and implementation. In a year dominated by discussion of generative AI and its potential impact on the legal profession, Thomson Reuters has played a leading ro…
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Think You Know Workers’ Comp? The Times, They Are A Changing!
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The “times they are a changing” in the world of Workers’ Compensation, a system developed when the relationship between workers and employers were more clearly defined. Guest Emily Spieler is an accomplished author, former professor, practicing attorney, and government official with a career that spans the space of workers’ rights, safety, and comp…
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Return To Office Policies Attempt To Catch Bees With Vinegar
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Another firm begins cracking down on office attendance through punishment. Law firms want lawyers back in the office, but if they don't want associates spending that office time fielding calls from recruiters, it's time to consider incentives that treat lawyers like professionals. A Bush judge questioned Trump's manhood and Amy Wax fights back agai…
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What’s Your Best Cost Per Acquisition? || Drafting Your Marketing Dream Team: Round 4
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Is there some sort of universal average you should be hoping for in your cost per acquisition, particularly on social media? Gyi and Conrad have the answer. And, later, your marketing dream team needs an off-hours operator! ______________________________ What is the best cost per acquisition you can hope to attain in your social media marketing eff…
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Many female attorneys agonize over courtroom attire….but does it really matter? Intentional dressing really does communicate an attitude to the jury and imparts a first impression that can impact you and your client. Tune in for a slightly different take on the courtroom clothing conversation.By Legal Talk Network
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NY law prof is calling on ‘Lawyer Nation’ to reform
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Ray Brescia, a law professor at Albany Law School, has taken a hard look at the country’s legal system in his new book, Lawyer Nation: The Past, Present and Future of the American Legal Profession. In this episode of The Modern Law Library, Brescia tells the ABA Journal’s Lee Rawles about the efforts in the late 19th and early 20th century to exclu…
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TECHSHOW 2024: AI in Action with Jack Newton
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AI is increasingly laced into the daily processes of legal professionals, and it promises to become an even larger part of our lives for greater efficiency and reach in many aspects of the law. Jack Newton joins Laurence Colletti to discuss AI’s rapid advancements and how attorneys can manage its use in legal practice. They also discuss ethical con…
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The Human In The Machine, “Natural” VS. “Artificial” Intelligence
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Production and technology are inextricably intertwined. That doesn’t mean online tech replaces the human touch. It means today’s tech tools can help you better serve clients. But you still need to ask, anticipate, listen, and deliver. Guest Joey Seeber – an experienced litigator and the founder of the legal tech consulting and implementation compan…
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Tools to Empower Disaster Survivors and At-Risk Communities
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Experts discuss resources for disaster preparedness and recovery on this episode of Talk Justice. As natural disasters become more frequent, LSC and First Street Foundation have collaborated to bring HeartlandDisasterHelp.org to life. The website empowers residents across ten states in America's heartland that have faced significant flooding, winds…
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Is Your Marketing Funnel Leaking Clients? Improving Relationships and Conversions with Cindy Chang
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In this episode, brand coach Cindy Chang joins me to discuss improving client relations, attracting ideal audience, and converting leads into clients through the marketing funnel. We explore the importance of understanding your audiences' needs, the role of demographics and psychographics in shaping marketing strategies, and how to show value to po…
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TECHSHOW 2024: From Manual to Marvelous - Streamlining Your Law Firm’s Billing with Automation
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Billing pain points can severely impact a law firm’s success, but today’s technology can make all the difference. Laurence Colletti chats with Jordan Turk and Jayden Doyé to hear highlights from their session on law firm billing automation. They explain the disadvantages of manual billing and offer resources for attorneys to learn and implement aut…
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Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Quinten Steenhuis
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The core of what Quinten Steenhuis does at Suffolk University’s Legal Innovation and Technology Lab is find new ways to help poor people gain access to legal help to work toward closing the justice gap. Dennis and Tom talk with Quinten about his work in this space to learn more about legal tech’s uses and potential for solving large-scale problems …
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TECHSHOW 2024: Applying Change Management to Technology Adoption in the Legal Profession
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Change is hard, especially when your team is uncertain about a new process or uncomfortable with new tech implementations for your legal practice. Gyi Tsakalakis is joined by Danielle Hall and Matt Spiegel to discuss their TECHSHOW session focused on managing change well in your law firm. They discuss common mistakes that may lead to resistance and…
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TECHSHOW 2024: Beat the Clock - Technology to Save You Time and Keep You Young
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Often, attorneys’ schedules are so packed that they feel overwhelmed by daily tasks, struggling to manage their time effectively. Lawyers want to have the time they need to do their work well, and Bill Ramsey and Phil Hampton are here to help. They talk about their session dedicated to time-saving practices for lawyers, outlining common struggles, …
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#491: Crafting Your Purpose-Driven Leadership Vision, with Leticia DeSuze
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Join seasoned business coaches Sara Muender and Leticia DeSuze as they offer a thought-provoking exploration of meaningful leadership, where purpose becomes the compass guiding leaders towards a brighter future for themselves and those they serve. This episode will inspire and empower you on your leadership journey as they uncover the transformativ…
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Making a Difference Through a Career in Civil Rights Law
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Guest Michael Kippins is a Boston-based civil rights attorney with Lawyers For Civil Rights. Driven by a desire to advocate for those too often left without robust representation, Kippins made the courageous jump from a big law setting to his civil rights practice and hasn’t looked back. In one of his high-profile cases, Kippins is challenging what…
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TECHSHOW 2024: LawToolBox’s Latest Updates and Integrations
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Lawyers operating in the Microsoft ecosystem can make great use of Law Toolbox and its many integrations tailor made to help attorneys with legal practice and matter management. Karolina Sikorska chats with Carol Lynn Grow to learn more about the latest updates and innovations from Law Toolbox. They discuss AI integrations, document management, dea…
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TECHSHOW 2024: Smokeball and Harnessing AI
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You don’t want your law firm to get left behind! The AI renaissance is here, and you should do all you can to leverage its capabilities for your firm. Karolina Sikorska talks with Ruchie Chadha of Smokeball about her TECHSHOW session—The Revolutionary Firm: Combining Your Data and AI for Faster and Better Outcomes. Ruchie shares the new ways AI is …
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TECHSHOW 2024: Podcasting for Lawyers - Mastering the Medium with AI
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Should you start a podcast for your law firm? Showcasing your expertise could be a great way to engage new clients, but where do you begin? Co-hosts Gyi Tsakalakis and Laurence Colletti chat with Patrick Wright and Mathew Kerbis about their TECHSHOW talk on podcasting for lawyers. They talk through a DIY approach to podcasting, discussing gear and …
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Hard To Say Where Arrested Lawyer Went Wrong But Posting About Selling Drugs Probably Didn't Help
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The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are living children for the purposes of Alabama law. And while there are a lot of serious implications for the future of family fertility efforts, let's take a second to consider how much this absolutely breaks the state's rule against perpetuities. An attorney in the YSL case faces gang charges h…
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We continue our discussion on jury nullification with examples we’ve encountered in recent cases and offer tips on how you can address possible nullification issues through argument, motions in limine or jury instructions. Our best advice is to keep your eyes open through every step of the case and be prepared to take up the issue with the court.…
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