The Tech Savvy Lawyer

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Skylar Young Nov 07, 2020

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My next guest is Skylar Young. Skylar is a University of Illinois at Chicago's John Marshall Law School student and a "Virtual" Law Clerk with Vandenack Weaver LLC located in Omaha, NB (that is two states or 450+ miles away!). Skylar is the 2020 recipient of the McCready Law Cyberbullying Awareness Scholarship and former legislative liaison for the Chicago Bar Association's Cyber Law & Data Privacy Committee. Based on Skylar's background, we discuss the following three questions that Lawyers and Law Firms should consider when looking for and working with paralegals and law clerks: 1. What are three pieces of Software/Hardware that Attorneys Can Use to Screen and Hire Support Staff? 2. What are Three Pieces of Technology/Software Attorneys Can Use to Keep Communications Consistent Within and Outside the Firm? 3. What are Three Areas of Technology/Software that Law Firms Need to be Aware of When Hiring New Law Graduates?

Where you can find Skylar: LinkedIn

Links to Products Discussed in This Podcast:Avo AWS Backblaze Citrix Dropbox Help Prevent Your Law Office's Data Loss! Hot Docs LinkedIn Premium Microsoft Teams Practice Masters Prozone Cloud Desktop Quip Slack TSL.P's "3-2-1 Backup" Discussion. Worldox Zoom

You need to have a Plan "B" for Zoom Hearings. Oct 21, 2020

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My next guest is David Lowe. David is a partner at the San Francisco-based law firm Rudy Exelrod Zieff & Lowe. He litigates individual and class action employment matters on behalf of employees. David also a neutral mediator with a highly successful record of assisting parties to resolve their disputes. I came across David in a recent ABA Article about Zoom trials, Trial by Zoom: A strange but true story of how one lawyer prepared for court, and thought would be a great guest on the podcast! Sit back, listen and enjoy our conversation as we discuss the following questions: 1. What are three tech tips all attorneys should know about remote hearings? 2. What are three computer applications attorneys are under utilizing for remote hearings? 3. What are three pieces of software/hardware attorneys need to be on the lookout for in the future?

Where you can find David!

Webpage: www.rezlaw.com and https://rezlaw.com/david-lowe/ E-Mail: dal@rezlaw.com Twitter: @davidlowe_sf

Hardware/Software/Services Discussed:

- Dell - iPad - Zoom - Owl

The Trick to Technology is Patience! Oct 08, 2020

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My next guest is Erin H. Gerstenzang. I recently come across Erin from a webinar presentation and thought she'd be a great guest on the TSL.P Podcast! Erin is a Top-Rated Atlanta criminal defense attorney, a nationwide lecturer and a presenter at the ABA TECHSHOWs. Her courtroom experience has enabled her to successfully defend DUI, probation violations, traffic tickets, and other misdemeanor and felony offenses. We had a great conversation about how she uses technology to communicate with her clients, stay on top of her caseload, and manage her practice.

Come join us, listen to our conversation and enjoy!

How to Contact Erin:

Erin@ehglawfirm.com https://www.ehglawfirm.com Phone: 404-771-6675 Social Media: @ehglawfirm https://www.eringerstenzang.com

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Taking the Some of the Friction Out of the Financial Aspect of Practicing Law. Sep 23, 2020

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My next guest is LawPay CEO Tom West.

Tom West is a career growth business leader, having led multiple businesses as CEO and President. As Chief Executive Officer at LawPay, he is responsible for guiding all channels and leading all strategic, operating, and organizational processes for the company.

Tom is passionate about transforming the way legal professionals are paid and believes strongly in the role technology can play in transforming the client experience. Tom is a graduate of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and Indiana University.

Come listen as Tom and I discuss the following questions: 1. What are three ways companies like LawPay help Attorneys pivot in this time of COVID? 2. What Three Ares of Tech Are Attorneys Underutilizing with their Security? What AReas of Tech Do Attorneys Need to be Prepared Post-COVID.

Enjoy!

My Conversation with iPhone J.D's Jeff Richardson Sep 02, 2020

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My next guest is Jeff Richardson. Jeff is a NOLA attorney at Adams and Reese, LLP, and the blogger/blogmaster at iPhone J.D. iPhone J.D. is the oldest and largest website for attorneys who use the iPhone and iPad. Join Jeff and I as we discuss 1. The three go-to iPhone/iPad apps Jeff uses in his practice of law; 2. The three benefits of having an iPad in the office. 3. Given COVID, the new norm for attorneys' use of technology. Come listen and learn from our conversation on how to better use your iPhone/iPad/phone/tablet in your law practice today!

Jeff can be reached:

E-Mail: jeff@iphonejd.com Twitter: @jeffrichardson @iphonejd

SHOW NOTES:

Go To Webinar Goodnotes Goodreader iPad Keyboard iPad as a second screen for a Windows' laptop/computer Logitech keyboard Microsoft Teams Microsoft Word for iPad. PDF Expert Sidecar Zoom

TSLP.Podcast Special Spotlight! Aug 18, 2020

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The tables are turned on your blogger/podcaster! For this biweekly podcast drop, I'm referring the TSL.P listeners to my guest appearance on Brett Burney's Apps in the Law Podcast!!!. Recall, Brett was a previous guest on TSL.P Podcast. I was honored to return the favor and appear on Brett's podcast.

Brett and I discuss my office computer set up: We talk about my workflows dealing with client intake and monitoring (through Daylite), dealing with client file automation (automatically OCRing new electronic files and then automatically filing these documents in their proper folders), remotely logging in to my office computer when I'm on the road, and other "fun" stuff!

Happy Lawyering!!!

Crossing the Digital Bridge with Ernie The Attorney Svenson Aug 04, 2020

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My next guest is Ernie The Attorney Svenson. Ernie is the blogger, podcaster, and instructor for the Law Firm Autopilot. As a recovering attorney, Ernie found his passion by using technology to create a simpler and more enjoyable way of practicing law. His website's mantra is Work Smarter. Be Happier. This comes across quite clear when you listen to our recording. Enjoy!

Dennis Kennedy. Jul 15, 2020

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My next guest is Dennis Kennedy! Dennis is a legal tech and innovation advisor, adjunct law professor, infotech lawyer, professional speaker, author, and podcaster. Dennis and I discussed the following questions. 1 As a law school instructor, what three areas of tech (software or hardware) will new attorneys need to be trained on (either on their own or by the hiring firm), 2 What three areas of tech are attorneys underutilizing in their practice today, and 3 What three areas of technology should all attorneys be on the lookout for in the future.

Come join as we talk about these subjects and many more!

Brett Burney Jul 07, 2020

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In this podcast, I talk with recovering lawyer, blogger, and entrepreneur, Brett Burney.

Brett is the Principal of Burney Consultants, LLC, where he focuses the bulk of his time on bridging the chasm between the legal and technology frontiers of electronic discovery: This involves assisting attorneys with document databases, counseling them on electronic discovery issues, and supporting them at trial. Brett is also the host of the popular Apps-In-Law Podcast.

Join as we discuss:

1. What are three go to smartphone apps (for attorneys) and why?

2. What are attorneys needing to focus on in discovery production from a tech aspect?

3. What are three (different apps) that attorneys are underutilizing.

Maddy Martin Jun 19, 2020

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My next guest is Maddy Martin of Smith.AI! Maddy is the head of growth and education for Smith.ai, which provides 24/7 law firm communication & intake services by phone, web, and text. She has spent the last decade growing tech startups from New York to California. Maddy has expertise in digital marketing, small business communications, lead conversion, email marketing, SEO & content marketing, social media, comarketing, and event marketing.

Come listen and learn as Maddy and I discuss the following: 1. What tech are attorneys underutilizing in their practice, 2. What kind of tech integrations can virtual receptionists provide to reduce work for attorneys (great way to talk about your business, and 3. What does she forecast in how we work with technology post-covid.

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