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Using Fastcase for Your Legal Research

Using Fastcase for Your Legal Research

 

Fastcase’s popularity is on the rise. Is it right for your firm? For years, Westlaw and LexisNexis were the two leading online legal research tools. However, a 2017 survey of Clio users indicates the emergence of a third legal research tool. Of the respondents, 20.58 percent said Westlaw was their research tool of choice, 20.35…

Facebook’s Facial Recognition Technology – A Step Too Far Legally?

Facebook’s Facial Recognition Technology – A Step Too Far?

The rapid development of technology has brought with it changes in social interaction, workplace productivity and even the legal landscape. Facial recognition software is the next hot topic. Like all new and emerging technology, it brings with it serious ramifications, especially if misused. One only has to look at the latest trend the FaceApp that…

Making a Chatbot Part of a Law Firm's Operation

Making a Chatbot Part of a Law Firm’s Operation

 

When someone needs a lawyer, they will usually search the internet. People searching for a lawyer want answers quickly. They do not want to call a number, find out an attorney is unavailable, and have to leave a message. A Chatbot engages the potential client in a conversation and is available 24/7. Many law firms…

Context for Courts by LexisNexis Makes Sorting Through Legal Rulings Easier

Context for Courts by LexisNexis Makes Sorting Through Legal Rulings Easier

 

At times, the thought of wading through thousands of rulings, documents and opinions to put together a brief is daunting. But, what if there was a way to make this process easier? LexisNexis’ Context for Courts might be the one tool that makes the almost impossible, possible. The technology behind Context for Courts is based…

Should Law Firms Use Chatbots Rather Than Mobile Forms?

Should Law Firms Use Chatbots Rather Than Mobile Forms?

 

You may have noticed that Chatbots are replacing mobile contact forms. The trend is not limited to retailers, airlines and hotels. It is also taking place on law firm websites. Should law firms abandon mobile forms and go entirely to Chatbots? Mobile forms may still have a place, especially on law firm sites, where the…

Artificial Intelligence and the Power to Change E-Discovery

Artificial Intelligence and the Power to Change E-Discovery

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become so pervasive in our society today that it is difficult to imagine what we would not use it for. Certainly it would be useful in the legal industry in relation to e-discovery and while the law is not fully at that point yet, pundits indicate they could likely expect to…

Safely and Effectively Maximize Your Legal Case Management Budget

Safely and Effectively Maximize Your Legal Case Management Budget

Since the early 1990’s, case management software has steadily increased its market share year over year. As the practice of law became more complex, using tools to manage this complexity has become a necessity for big and small firms alike. In the early days of adoption, the cost of proper case management software was prohibitive…

Product Review: Law Firm E-Learning

Product Review: Law Firm E-Learning

Law is an ever-changing profession that requires constant vigilance, study and training to maintain a high level of expertise and success. Court decisions and legislative actions all impact how laws are interpreted and enforced. Those legislative actions can differ greatly from one region, state or locale to another. State and federal court decisions also produce…

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