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Electronic Filing: Is Your Firm Prepared?
As increasing numbers of law firms realize the benefits of electronic filing. And as more and more courts encourage ' and in many cases mandate ' its use ' law firms are moving quickly to adopt practices in order to prepare for ' and take full advantage of ' the e-filing revolution. After having used electronic filing for nearly 3 years, I have seen firsthand the benefits it can deliver in terms of increased control over the delivery, management and cost of filing and serving.
Various forms of electronic filing have been available to the legal community for more than a decade ' systems that went beyond fax filing and simple (vulnerable) e-mail. The federal government is rolling out its own system for e-filing in all of its district courts as well. With mature Internet technology, and recent improvements in security, usability and functionality, several providers, including LexisNexis and a handful of smaller companies, are bringing court-sanctioned e-filing into the mainstream.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.