Law Practice

#TechTuesday | Add-ins, Add-ons and Apps in April

The most recent issue of San Diego Lawyer is dedicated to Law + Tech – a major initiative by the SDCBA to help members and the legal community at large, use technology better. It’s also the reason I, Adriana Linares, have the honor of serving as the Bar’s Member Technology Officer.  Earlier this year, we held a two day conference dedicated to the topic. Renee Stackhouse and I spoke to lawyers about “Serious Productivity Apps and Tips for the Mobile Lawyer”. One topic we included, is a favorite of mine, add-ons! I love good add-ons that improve my productivity and simplify time in front of my computer. Read More

Legal Ethics

Ethical Considerations When Joining a Networking Organization

By Alara Chilton

You are an ambitious family law attorney who wants to increase your client base.  After exploring several marketing options, you decide the best way to increase your business is to obtain client referrals by joining a professional networking organization.  You consider several organizations and decide to request an application for membership to one that meets weekly and requires a $500.00 annual membership fee. Read More

Trial By Fire Is No Way To Use Tech @ Trial

Law Practice

Trial By Fire Is No Way To Use Tech @ Trial

By Shannon Bales

For many, the first use of trial presentation technology is trial by fire: they are thrown into a less-than-ideal situation. After all, everybody gets their start somewhere. The current tech reality in the courtroom is that lawyers seem to forget that going to trial is the most visible and high-stakes aspect of the work they do—and if the media are involved, their audience will go far beyond their clients and colleagues. Many lawyers simply do not have the commitment to technology used in the courtroom that they should have and it shows in the way they present their case and can create a negative effect on Read More

Legal Ethics

Rule 5.1 and the Solo Lawyer

Part of California's new revised Rules of Professional Conduct is entirely new Rule 5.1(a) that addresses the responsibilities of a managing lawyer in a law firm.