New year’s resolutions are especially apropos in 2021 given that the prevailing attitude to the old year is goodbye and good riddance. Millions of unused gym memberships notwithstanding, resolutions can …
There are two ways lawyers can satisfy their ethical duty of technology competence. One way is by learning about technology and becoming more proficient in the use of legal tech …
One Ethics Rule Leads to Another: Technology Competence and the Duty of Supervision Read More »
Technology competence is an ethical requirement in more than 40 states. Beyond Rule 1 Competence, knowing technology helps lawyers comply with the duty of confidentiality and other rules of professional …
Beyond Competence: Technology and the Duties of Candor and Fairness in Litigation Read More »
As lawyers we must be guided by the Rules of Professional Conduct in all aspects of our work. Today that includes competence in relevant technology. Technology is deeply embedded in …
Legal Ethics and Technology: The Duty of Competence Read More »
In part one of this three-part series, I gave an overview of presentation technology for legal advocacy. Part two covered the essential elements of software, equipment and people. The final installment highlights three of …
3 Common Mistakes with Presentation Technology and How to Avoid Them Read More »
Presentation technology is a powerful persuasive tool. Sophisticated demonstratives, deposition video clips and exhibit callout and annotation tools help lawyers advocate more effectively. Moreover, using technology is efficient and reduces …
Making the Most of Presentation Technology: Software, Equipment, People Read More »
Cyber criminals see opportunity in the pandemic. Some exploit security vulnerabilities in remote working. Others prey on people’s fears by crafting phishing emails and malware-infected websites purportedly about the coronavirus. …
Keep Calm and Carry On: 5 Data Security Do’s and Don’ts for Everyone Read More »
Lawyers use presentation technology to advocate for their clients more effectively and efficiently. Low-cost electronics have brought technology within reach of practically any budget. Technology may now be deployed in …
Basics of Presentation Technology for Legal Advocacy Read More »
The bad news first. An estimated 3.5 million cybersecurity positions will be unfilled globally by 2021.* Leaving data security entirely up to the professionals isn’t a viable option. Like it …
Social media is increasingly important in eDiscovery, employment investigations and jury research. Using social media in legal and HR matters raises significant ethical issues. Lawyers and other legal professionals should …
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