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Above the Law
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Securing The Use Of Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning In Legal Services

AI and Machine Learning tools are revolutionizing legal services, with some professionals reluctant to embrace the potential benefits. [ more ]
LawSites
1 month ago
Law

In Los Angeles, Bet Tzedek's New Online Legal Clinic Helps Pro Se People with Conservatorships

Legal services organization Bet Tzedek shifted to an online platform for conservatorship assistance due to in-person clinic congestion and accessibility challenges.
Technology can enhance access to justice and legal services, as demonstrated by the launch of Bet Tzedek's Self-Help Conservatorship Clinic website. [ more ]
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Above the Law
1 week ago
Law

The Strategic Secrecy Of Law Firm Origination

Mastering origination is crucial for lawyers to advance within law firms and impact their career trajectory. [ more ]
Above the Law
5 days ago
Law

The Biglaw & Boutique Firms That Are The 'Best Of The Best' When It Comes To Cost Control (2024)

Trust in outside counsel's approach and communication leads to effective cost control, per BTI Consulting Group. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Unlocking Value: The Power of Value-Based Pricing

Value-based pricing in legal services can reduce costs, ensure budget predictability, and enhance organizational value. [ more ]
ABA Journal
1 month ago
Law

Winston & Strawn will provide reduced-cost legal services for routine tasks under Winston Legal Solutions umbrella

Winston & Strawn offers lower-cost legal services under Winston Legal Solutions for routine legal tasks.
Services provided include contract management, due diligence, legal research, and more, using advanced technology and AI tools. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

What March Madness Can Teach Us About Law Firm Parity

Biglaw firms expanding to smaller markets for premium services
Parallels between March Madness upsets and law firm reputation growth [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

This Cal State immigration clinic provides free legal advice. It might come to a 'full stop'

The CSU Immigration Legal Services Project provides free legal assistance to thousands of students and their families, helping them obtain visas and work permits.
Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed cutting the program's budget by 75% from $7 million to $1.8 million annually. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Unlocking Client Loyalty: The Art Of Being Indispensable

Legal expertise alone is not sufficient for client loyalty; unique responsiveness is key
True differentiation and client loyalty in legal services require understanding clients' needs [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
3 months ago
Law

City Bar challenges proposed $100 million IOLA Fund diversion

The New York City Bar Association is opposing Gov. Hochul's proposal to divert $100 million from the IOLA Fund to the state's general budget.
The diversion of funds could restrict access to essential legal services for the indigent, impacting New York's justice system and economy. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
Growth hacking

Small business growth forecasts in agricultural sector hit three-year high

UK small business growth outlook in the agricultural sector has hit a three-year high.
Other sectors, such as manufacturing, media, and legal services, also reported significant increases in growth predictions. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Legal Sector Lost 4K+ Jobs In January, But There's No Need To Worry

The demand for legal services is cyclical
As the type of legal services needed by businesses change, there will be a transition in job opportunities [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

In-House Legal Have No More Excuses When It Comes To Connecting With The Right Outside Counsel

In-house lawyers are facing increasing pressure to find cost-effective legal services without compromising quality.
Priori Legal is offering a free trial of their new features to help in-house counsel navigate the challenges of finding the right outside counsel. [ more ]
ComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

GenAI outlook: Expect industry disruption and job cuts | Computer Weekly

Generative AI (GenAI) has the potential to disrupt industries such as legal and business services.
AI could affect 40% of global employment, with advanced countries being worse hit than developing countries and emerging markets. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
5 months ago
Brooklyn

What's News, Breaking: Monday, December 11, 2023

NY Road Runners races support free youth running programs
Judge grants preliminary injunction against anti-abortion group [ more ]
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Above the Law
5 months ago
Law

Biglaw Firms May Be Raising Rates, But Clients Are Still 'Paying Up'

Biglaw firms have the ability to raise rates for their services despite flat demand.
Clients are willing to pay more for the work done by top law firms. [ more ]
BKReader
6 months ago
Law

Brooklyn Woman Indicted for Defrauding Immigrants

A paralegal in Sheepshead Bay has been indicted for stealing money from clients by pretending to offer legal services at a lower rate.
The defendant targeted vulnerable immigrant communities and falsely claimed to be an attorney in some cases.
Law enforcement agencies are committed to protecting immigrant communities from individuals who prey on them. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
6 months ago
Law

Brooklyn paralegal charged with defrauding immigrants in green card scam

Former paralegal Zoya Shamilova has been indicted for defrauding immigrants by falsely promising legal services.
Shamilova targeted individuals from vulnerable immigrant communities, charging them fees for services she did not deliver.
The District Attorney and Homeland Security emphasized the seriousness of the allegations and the need to protect immigrant communities. [ more ]
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