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<i><b>BREAKING NEWS:</b></i><br> Sedona Conference Releases 3rd Edition of e-Discovery Principles for Public Comment
The Updates are the First Released Since 2007
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Emails Do Not End in Handshakes
The adage, “emails do not end in handshakes” has never been more true. Here's why.
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The Science and Magic of Content Marketing
The ins and outs of content marketing.
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Online Editorial Calendars Can Get You Published This Spring
Why online editorial calendars are crucial.
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Using Gamification to Drive Business Development Performance
How to use gamification for business development.
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Cybersecurity: Law Firms Are Coming Up Short
An ALM Survey Reports Disturbing Information
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The Possible Consequences of Pursuing Outstanding Legal Fees
The attorney-client relationship is not one that always ends well. The client is able to discharge the attorney at any time, but outstanding legal fees must be addressed.
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Step into Power: Lead with Aplomb
For a firm to be successful, its leaders must create the circumstances for "1,000 flowers to bloom." As corny as this may sound, that is what great law-firm leaders do.
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What You Need to Know to Get Started with Privacy Shield Certification
If your company maintains operations in the European Union or is U.S. based but obtaining personal data from European citizens, you will need to strongly consider obtaining certification under the new Privacy Shield framework. Certification began in August 2016, and will make compliance with EU privacy laws when transferring data to the U.S. possible for the immediate future.
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Blockchain: A Short Primer for Lawyers
This article familiarizes lawyers with cryptocurrency and, particularly, the enabling blockchain technology, methodologies and systems. It also introduces lawyers to blockchain's current and future uses and points to other resources to learn more about this profoundly disruptive and promising collection of technological advancements.
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