2008
ABA TECHSHOW TIDBIT | April 2008
Start off the new year armed with the knowledge of how to avoid the most common causes of malpractice. Read this article today.
by Catherine Sanders Reach and David L. Masters | January 2008
Effective and efficient use of PDF files in the lawyer’s evolution towards the paperless office takes more than knowing just the basics. The new Acrobat 8 improves on its previous version by including even more helpful tools for attorneys. In this article, originally presented at ABA TECHSHOW 2007, Catherine Sanders Reach and David L. Masters discuss how the more advanced features of Adobe Acrobat can improve the transmission and storage of information within your practice, while enhancing security and confidentiality.
by Jim Calloway and Nancy Roberts Linder | January 2008
Client satisfaction can often be more a more difficult undertaking in law than in other industries. In this article, originally presented at ABA TECHSHOW 2007, Jim Calloway and Nancy Roberts Linder share some tech tips that will help you be up to this challenge.
2007
by Barron Henley and Blair Janis | October 2007
Although complex, document assembly can save you time and increase your firm’s profitability. In this article, originally presented at ABA TECHSHOW 2007, Barron Henley and Blair Janis introduce you to the concept of document assembly and explain the benefits.
by Andy Adkins and Natalie Kelly | September 2007
Are you using all of the technology (software and hardware) available at your law firm? In this article, originally presented at ABA TECHSHOW 2007, Adkins shows you how to conduct a technology assessment and Kelly follows with a method to devise a workable and reliable technology plan. From finding the problems to finding the money to fix them, this expert advice is invaluable.
by Ellen Freedman and Sheila Blackford | September 2007
E-mail truly is a curse when your in-box runneth over and your unread mail count numbers in the hundreds day after day. In this article, originally presented at ABA TECHSHOW 2007, Ellen Freedman, CLM and Sheila Blackford offer suggestions that will help cure disorganization and increase productivity.
by Sharon D. Nelson and John W. Simek | August 2007
Security is an ever-shifting target, but if you're receptive to monitoring events and making adjustments, you could avoid a major catastrophe. In this article, originally presented at ABA TECHSHOW 2007, Nelson and Simek offer technical solutions to combat security issues such as prevention and detection of unintended data connections or leakage.
by Margaret Spencer Dixon and Debbie Foster | March 2007
Accurate time tracking is important not just for billable time, but for all working time. It seems like a daunting task, but once you set realistic goals and make the process a habit, it could provide significant benefits for you, your firm and your clients. Use a pen and paper, a Blackberry or supporting software, but whatever your method, start by reading these useful tips for tracking your time.
by Nancy Duhon | February 2007
This "Best of ABA TECHSHOW" paper from 2006 will put you on the path to a paper free office.
by Dan Pinnington, Chair of ABA TECHSHOW 2007 | January 2007
The world's premier legal technology conference, ABA TECHSHOW® comes to Chicago for the 21st year March 22-24, 2007. On the slate are more than 50 CLE sessions presented by the best legal technology speakers, a vendor expo with more than 100 exhibitors and countless opportunities to learn about the latest in legal technology.
by Barron Henley | January 2007
Many lawyers are tempted by new technology and its implied promise of speed, efficiency and convenience. Yet once a purchase is made, the transition from box to implementation is often delayed indefinitely. This doesn't need to be the case. Find out how increase the ROI of your next purchase.
2006
by Mark C.S. Bassingthwaighte | December 2006
Start off the new year armed with the knowledge of how to avoid the most common causes of malpractice. Read this article today.
by David Bilinsky | September 2006
This article will explore different definitions and ways of determining the financial payback on your investment in technology. If done correctly, you should be able to forecast potential benefits and avoid the pitfalls associated with the implementation of new technology that is not a good match for your firm's needs.
by Adriana Linares and Ernest Svenson | July 2006
This article covers what you need to know about VoIP and how to get started.
by Debbie Foster | July 2006
Are you at the mercy of your Inbox? Do you feel like you can't get to the important work because you spend all your time weeding through spam and discussion list messages or trying to effectively organize your case-related e-mail? Learn how to harness your Inbox and make e-mail the workhorse driving your practice forward that it was intended to be.
by Dan Pinnington | March 2006
ABA TECHSHOW is an extraordinary learning experience. It's also somewhat overwhelming with more than 60 sessions, 1,400 attendees and 100 exhibitors. Hit the ground running with these tips.
by Dan Pinnington | March 2006
This year's most popular ABA TECHSHOW presentation has been expanded to four sessions offering 240 of the best tips. Here is your sneak peak.
by George L. Paul | March 2006
The digital age in documentation created an environment where authenticity is and should be questioned. Yet authenticity is fundamental to litigation. Read more from ABA TECHSHOW 2006 speaker George Paul.
2005
by Sharon D. Nelson and John W. Simek | June 2005
Judges are showing increasing intolerance for spoliation, whether it is the open mockery of the system or the subtler version that results from mismanagement. To avoid hefty fines, make sure your firm is aware of its responsibilities in its preservation of electronic evidence.
by Laura Calloway, Ellen Freedman, Dan Pinnington, and Reid Trautz | February 2005
Get a sneak peak at one popular session at ABA TECHSHOW. Dan Pinnington shares a few tips to wet your whistle.
by Jim Calloway | January 2005
Current ABA TECHSHOW Chair Jim Calloway polled past chairs about their thoughts on use of legal technolgy.
2004
by Dan Pinnington, Tom O'Connor, Natalie Thornwell, and Brett Burney | April 2004
Get a sampling of tips that this team presented at ABA TECHSHOW 2004.
by Dennis Kennedy | April 2004
Who says you can only catch up on legal technology once a year? Dennis gives you his top picks for year-round legal technology news you can use.
Year after year, one of the most popular sessions at ABA TECHSHOW is 60 Sites in 60 Minutes. This session is a fast-paced and often irreverent look at web sites that may be of interest to lawyers. Many of these sites are incredible legal or law-practice related resources while others range from interesting to just plain wacky.
These "Best of ABA TECHSHOW" articles are published in selected issues of Law Practice Today webzine and Law Technology Today webzine.
Free audio downloads of selected past ABA TECHSHOW Sessions.
Take a look at past years of ABA TECHSHOW!
See the evolution of legal technology unfold.