How safe is using AI for legal research? On the one hand, AI is making quick progress and keeps getting better. The arrival of a new generation of AI agents will only speed up that process. But on the other hand, we keep getting headlines where law firms are being fined for using AI that […]
Online Dispute Resolution
In a recent article, we discussed online courts and how the pandemic was a catalyst for their adoption. Similarly, the pandemic also was a catalyst for online dispute resolution (ODR) systems. So, that is what we are having a look at in this article. We answer the following questions: What is online dispute resolution? What […]
AI Agents are the next big thing
In our previous article, we looked at legal technology predictions for 2025. Several experts predicted that AI agents would be the most important evolution. So, let’s have a closer look. In this article, we will answer the following questions, “what are AI agents? “, and “why are they important?”. We will also talk about AI […]
Microsoft Queues App for Teams
In this article we have a look at the new Microsoft Queues App for Teams. We look at the following questions: what is the Microsoft Queues App for Teams, and what is its relevance for law firms? We also look at the requirements for the Microsoft Queues App for Teams, and at how to get […]
Two free Microsoft apps to increase your productivity
In this article, we look at two free Microsoft apps to increase your productivity, the Microsoft Forms and the Bookings apps. We answer the following questions: What is the Forms app? What are the benefits of the Forms app? What is the Bookings app? And what are the benefits of the Bookings app? Increase your […]
How lawyers communicate with clients
In this article we look at how lawyers communicate with clients. We start off with how lawyers communicate with clients using traditional means like phone, mail, and fax. Then we look at more modern electronic ways of communicating like email, client portals, and document sharing. How lawyers communicate with clients using traditional means In the […]
Microsoft CoPilot for Lawyers
Microsoft has started integrating generative AI in its products and services. In our previous article, we talked about SharePoint Syntex. In this article, we have a look at its much talked about CoPilot. What is CoPilot? What can it do? What are the benefits of CoPilot? And what are the benefits of Microsoft CoPilot for […]
Ambient Computing
In this article we discuss ambient computing. We answer the following questions: What is ambient computing? What are some examples of ambient computing? What are the benefits? What are the challenges? In a follow-up article, we will look at the relevance of ambient computing for lawyers. What is ambient computing? Ambient computing is the idea […]
Social media for lawyers
In this article, we focus on social media for lawyers. We start with some statistics about social media that underpin their relevance. Next, we have a look at the different categories of social media that exist. We conclude with a selection of social media that are recommended for lawyers. Some statistics about social media In […]
The dangers of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that can bring many benefits to society. However, AI also poses significant risks and challenges that need to be addressed with caution and responsibility. In this article, we explore the questions, “What are the dangers of artificial intelligence?”, and “Does regulation offer a solution?” The possible dangers of […]
Token Economics for Lawyers – part 2: the value of tokens
This is the second part of a two-part article. In the first part we explained what tokens and token economics are. We also discussed some legal issues and the relevance for lawyers. In this second part, we look at the value of tokens. Tokens are digital assets. Assets have a value. How is that value […]
Token Economics for Lawyers – part 1
In this article as well as the next, we have a look at token economics. Now, the expression “token economics” can mean different things depending on the context. What these two articles are about is tokens as digital assets. It is not about token economics in the context of behavioural therapy. (Which is what the […]
Generative AI
In a previous article, we talked about ChatGPT. It is a prime example of generative AI (artificial intelligence). In this article, we will explore generative ai a bit more in detail. We’ll answer questions like, “What is Generative AI?”, “Why is Generative AI important?”, “What can it do?”, “What are the downsides?”, and “What are […]
ChatGPT for Lawyers
In this article we will first talk about recent evolutions in the field of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in general, and about a new generation of chat bots. Then we focus on one particular one that is getting a lot of attention, i.e., ChatGPT. What is ChatGPT? What can it do, and what are the […]
Artificial Intelligence Regulation
In previous articles, we have discussed how artificial intelligence is biased, and on how this problem of biased artificial intelligence persists. As artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming ever more prevalent, this poses many ethical problems. The question was raised whether the industry could be trusted to self-regulate or whether legal frameworks would be necessary. In […]
Web3 for Lawyers
In this article, we have a look at Web3 for lawyers. We answer questions like what is Web3 and what are the promised benefits of Web3? We look at the concerns about Web3 and at how Web3 and the Metaverse relate to each other. We also pay attention at the relevance of Web3 for […]
Modification of our data processor agreement
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Mindmapping for Lawyers
In this article, we have a look at mind mapping for lawyers. Mind mapping is a commonly used and highly effective tool that assists in creative intellectual processes. Yet, somehow most lawyers seem to be unfamiliar with mind maps. So, in this article we will introduce you to mind maps. We answer questions like, […]
Teams Connect
In this article, we introduce you to Teams Connect and Shared Channels. We look at what is new in Teams Connect and at the benefits of Shared Channels. Introducing Team Connect and Shared Channels In recent weeks, Microsoft has started rolling out an important new feature for Teams, i.e., Teams Connect. Teams Connect adds shared […]
The Legal Technology Renaissance
In this article, we discuss the legal technology renaissance that is occurring. We look at the recent legal technology boom, at some examples, and at the benefits. We observe what is driving this renaissance and what obstacles it has to overcome. We look at the consequences for the legal market, and at how to make […]
Quantum computing for lawyers
In this article we have a look at the essentials of quantum computing for lawyers. We explain what quantum computing is, how it is different from traditional computing, what the benefits and its uses are, and how it is relevant for lawyers. What is quantum computing? To explain what quantum computing is, it is probably […]
Managed Legal Services
In this article, we look at managed legal services. We explain what they are, and what the benefits are. We also look at how they work and at how they are priced. We end with some tips and considerations. The legal market has changed dramatically over the last few decades. Initially, there were only two […]
Using Teams and SharePoint in Law Firms
In this article, we will have a closer look at using Teams and SharePoint in law firms. In previous articles, we already talked about running your law practice in the Cloud with law firm management software like CICERO LawPack. We also highlighted how Microsoft 365 was an essential part of that (It was still called […]
Trends in Legal Technology in 2021
Every November, the American Bar Association (ABA) publishes its annual Legal Technology Survey Report. In it, it gives an overview of the trends in legal technology in 2021. And while the data for the 2020 report were mostly collected before the pandemic, the 2021 report does reflect the impact of the pandemic. Those effects were […]
