My (virtual) road to a (real) better lifeBy Timothy J. StormGeneral Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, February 2012Section Chair Timothy Storm shares his experiences in transforming his practice into a virtual law office.
We’ve come along way, i-babyBy Janice L. BobackWomen and the Law, November 2011The author highlights some of the most useful apps for the iPad both in and outside of her practice.
Productivity isn’t everything: Letter to the EditorBy Jewel N. KleinGeneral Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, July 2011In the December issue of this newsletter, Editor John T. Phipps explained how technological advances can make lawyers more productive. Author Jewel Klein doesn't disagree, but does have some second thoughts.
“Employer bashing” or “concerted action”: Consider your electronic use policyBy Frank M. GrenardCorporate Law Departments, January 2011An employee was recently terminated after posting complaints about her employer on her Facebook page, in violation, the employer claims, of its employment policy. What is too restrictive? What is appropriate? The case is scheduled for hearing on January 25th, 2011.
How cloud computing will change the way we work—Hint: it’s here now!By Alan PearlmanLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, December 2010Simply put, cloud computing means using Hosted Services. Hosted services can be a combination of offsite applications, data and hardware (servers) used to create and look up information, complete transactions, and perform analyses that would previously be performed only on a local PC or on-premises server.
Staying safe with GPS technologyBy Alan PearlmanLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, December 2010Being an active part of your children’s lives has always been important. Parental involvement is needed now, more than ever. Today it is possible to track a child’s activities via text messages and e-mail, as well as to monitor his or her whereabouts via GPS.
Laptop printing at a hotelBy Todd H. FlamingLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, October 2010Away from your office and need to print? This Web site offers the solution.
Pensoft Payroll 2010 ProfessionalBy Bryan SimsLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, October 2010A great software addition for lawyers doing their own bookkeeping-- This software version includes the ability to export information for direct deposit, as well as the ability to generate W-2s.
Greetings from the ChairBy Adam NelsonLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2010A look at what members of the Committee have to look forward to in the coming year, from Chair Adam Nelson.
“Hello, may I help you?” Yes, Callruby.comBy Robert C. ThurstonGeneral Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, September 2010One of the problems that solos and some small firms face is hiring a good receptionist that provides a professional voice to the outside world. Ruby makes potential clients feel as if they are hiring the best lawyers.
“Hello, may I help you?” Yes, Callruby.comBy Robert C. ThurstonLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2010One of the problems that solos and some small firms face is hiring a good receptionist that provides a professional voice to the outside world. Ruby makes potential clients feel as if they are hiring the best lawyers.
Is it blue-button scanning mojo?By Nerino J. Petro, Jr.Legal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2010A review of the latest incarnation of the Fujitsu ScanSnap.
Using Adobe Acrobat for your legal researchBy Bryan SimsLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2010By printing a case to PDF, you can leverage technology to make your research more user-friendly and accessible.
Adobe Acrobat 9—More or less for the law officeBy Alan PearlmanLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, June 2010A brief explanation of the differences between Adobe Acrobat 8 and 9, and the reasons you may want to upgrade.
LPES—Protecting your laptop from prying eyesBy Alan PearlmanLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, June 2010Four simple steps to help you protect the confidential information contained on your laptop, should it become lost or stolen.
10 questions on biometric technologyBy Adam NelsonLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, March 2010Steve Dunn, ISBA's Director of Information Technology, discusses his personal experience with biometric technology.
Digital dictation is here… Throw away your mini-tapesBy L. James HansonLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, March 2010Still using audio tapes for dictation and transcription? Here's how to make the transition to digital.
From the ChairBy Bryan SimsLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, March 2010The thoughts and opinions of COLT's Chair.
Safeguarding your network and your dataBy Aaron W. BrooksLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, March 2010A brief overview of two important information security laws, and a checklist you can use to audit your own computer security practice.
Software acquisitions beware!By Frank M. GrenardLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, March 2010Due diligence must be used for consolidations, acquisitions, divestitures, and any other entity change which would result in a new legal entity becoming the user of the licensed product.
RSS for lawyers: RSS 101By Trent L. BushLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, January 2010After you’ve grabbed a cup of coffee, what do you do first thing in the morning when you sit down at your desk and fire up your computer? If you’re like me, you bring up your Web browser and check out several of your favorite Web sites for the latest news, sports, weather, financial information, etc. What if you could corral most of that information into once place? With RSS feeds, you can!
Ruling rethinks search warrant when evidence is digitalBy David ClarkLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, January 2010Common practice for decades for investigators who enter a suspect’s home with a search warrant to look for illegal items and finding other contraband lying openly, they can seize the additional contraband despite not referenced in the warrant.
