Cloud connectivity and mobile computing offer benefits to just about every industry on the planet. No doubt you’ve heard about how the cloud can help retailers connect with their customers, and how mobile computing can help consumers enjoy better experiences. However, do these technologies have any benefits for law firms? Actually, there are quite a […]
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Technology is radically changing the world in which we live. The legal industry has traditionally been slow to adopt new technology, this area is being changed, and the pace of that change is accelerating. For instance, today technology can actually play a role in preparing legal arguments. It is unlikely that AI will replace attorneys; […]
Traditionally, law firms are locked in place. You are able to serve clients in your specific geographic area, but there is a limit to your reach. Going virtual could allow you to work with clients on the other side of the country, as well as ushering in a host of other benefits. Have you considered […]
Performance measurement is an important metric for many businesses, but it has traditionally carried less import for law firms. However, that is changing, thanks to new technology. Today’s law firms must be able to measure performance in a wide range of ways and for a number of different reasons, ranging from in-house bench marking and […]
Should small-to-midsize organizations outsource IT? As a small to midsize company grows, the need for a dedicated IT person becomes obvious. What’s not always as obvious, however, is whether it’s better to hire an IT administrator or outsource your IT to a managed services provider (MSP). To help you weigh your options, here are five […]
In order for any law firm to be successful, it must be able to change and evolve over time. We often think of our practices as being static, but in reality, they must be dynamic. Our clients change. The laws themselves evolve and adapt. Being able to change in response to that evolution is the […]
Despite the fact that your business has in-house legal expertise, there will likely come a time when it’s necessary to select outside counsel. This can be a very challenging process. Too often, the decision is made based on guesswork, or because one particular law firm was more affordable than another, with little thought given to […]
Mobile computing and cloud technology have had an incredible impact on human society. That includes the legal industry, where agile working is becoming more and more common. Agile methodology has been used in fields like mobile app development and CMS (Content Management System) design and development, but can it benefit your law firm? The answer […]
Can AI be used by today’s law firms? Absolutely. In fact, the argument can be made that any law firm not already making use of the capabilities and benefits delivered by artificial intelligence has already fallen by the wayside. However, before we can discuss that, we’ll need to know a few other things. What Is […]
The process of dispute resolution has not really changed over the course of human history. It is still the process of finding a solution to a problem or challenge that arises between two or more parties. However, the tools, techniques, and technologies involved have changed and will continue to do so. Currently, there are several […]