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Legal research is one of the most challenging aspects of the legal profession. In the digital era, it is also a task that cannot be adequately performed without a legal search engine of some kind. Although there are numerous commercially-available research platforms, Google Scholar case law continues to be a valuable legal resource available to…

Starting a law firm gives lawyers the unique opportunity to take control of their careers, allowing them to choose clients, focus on preferred legal areas, and run their practice the way they want. However, without access to startup capital, many wonder: is it possible to start a law firm with no money? While challenging, it’s…

In legal, valuable business is built on relationships—not spreadsheets. 62% of consumers look for recommendations from friends and family when hiring a lawyer, so creating a good client experience can create repeat business, referrals, and a great reputation—and in turn, growth for your law firm. But as most lawyers know, finding new clients and creating a great…

Starting your law firm might seem daunting and few know this better than Geeta Daswani, founder of The Dawswani Law Company. From starting her firm in 2019 to receiving an award for Excellence Client Service in 2022 Geeta knows the intricacies of starting a law firm can present. Join us for a webinar where Geeta…

As a boutique city firm that is built to be fully virtual, Avery Law eschews traditional models in favour of a contemporary practice that leverages cloud-based technology to improve efficiency and keep costs down. Learn how the English firm has embraced a modern, virtual model for practising law with Clio.

Prepare for trial, set yourself up for success at court, and get paid faster with Clio. Learn how to use Clio to make trial work run more smoothly from beginning to end. With the advent of technology in the legal industry, forward-thinking trial lawyers are getting ahead and practicing more efficiently and effectively in the…

Learn everything you need to know about cloud hosting costs and how to set your law firm up for success! From individuals to big businesses, it’s no longer a novelty to be “in the cloud.” In fact, according to a 2022 Google Cloud report, 76% of people reported using the public cloud.  For technology leaders, cloud…

If you are an attorney, in most states, there is no escaping it—you will need to deal with CLE requirements. The vast majority of state bars require continuing legal education (CLE) for lawyers, in order to ensure they remain up-to-date on the most current laws and ethics requirements. Since CLE requirements must be met in…

Hi there, Did you know, according to our latest Legal Trends Report, 19% of lawyers are currently using AI and 51% want to use it in the future? Here’s the thing: Understanding AI is not just about keeping up with technology anymore; it’s about making sure your firm is keeping up with the rapidly evolving…

A lawyer’s education doesn’t end the day they graduate from law school. Working in the complex and ever-evolving legal industry, attorneys have a duty to keep up with the latest developments in the law, court rulings, advancements in the profession, and legal technology. With this in mind, many jurisdictions require lawyers to complete a certain…

Couldn’t make it to ClioCon 2023? We’ve rounded up all the highlights, including the most product features we’ve ever announced. Clio Cloud Conference 2023: Highlights From Jack Newton’s Keynote  Get the recap of Jack Newton’s 2023 Clio Cloud Conference opening keynote. Highlights from the 2023 Legal Trends Report Explore the latest in legal on technology,…

Written by Sharon Miki When it comes to online search, Google dominates. But, with more generative artificial intelligence (AI) offerings emerging, the way we think about search and AI is shifting. Enter Google’s player in the AI chatbot field: Google Bard. So, what potential value may be found in Google Bard for lawyers? While we’re…