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The Digital Practice of Law (Digital Practice Series)
The Digital Practice of Law - Digital Practice Series Author:Michael R. Arkfeld This book has been organized into eight chapters to guide you through the process of automating your practice. This book is a practical reference for applying technology concepts to the practice of law. This book chapters cover in a comprehensive manner the following areas. Chapter 1 entitled The Necessity for Automating the Practice of Law ... more »presents persuasive reasons for the automation of your practice. It is intended to challenge you to begin the visualization of how law will be practiced and to start the strategic planning for this revolution. The focus will be on the reasons for automating your practice , visualizing and implementing the virtual law office. Chapter 2 is entitled Hardware and Software and provides basic information as to the hardware and software needed to automate your practice. From how much RAM you need for your computer to factors when considering a software upgrade this chapter explains the hardware and software concepts and practical considerations. Chapter 3 entitled Networking and Group Computing explores the role of computer networking and Intranets in your practice as well as a discussion of the emergence of workgroup computing as we transition into the digital age. Chapter 4 entitled The Internet and Telecommunications explores the exciting world of the Internet and the role of telecommunications in the practice of law. It explains the different digital information channels and the many modules of the most powerful communication device of all times The Internet. Among the many topics it provides pointers on accessing the Internet, selecting an Internet service provider (ISP), building your web site and a list of Internet sites to assist you in your practice. Chapter 5 entitled Management and Personnel Technology Considerations focuses on engineering and re-engineering technology from a human resource perspective. Issues such as management support for technology integration, training approaches and competency testing for law firm personnel are discussed. Chapter 6 entitled Computer Concepts and Legal Applications will discuss computer concepts and their application to the legal profession. It is necessary to understand basic computer concepts in order to integrate them into your practice. Document assembly, databases, full text systems and multimedia are a few of the concepts discussed. Chapter 7 entitled Using Information Technology (IT) in Your Cases will focus on the office and litigation process on how to integrate IT into your cases. This chapter focuses on the practical steps and considerations of managing the legal and factual details of your case from the perspective of the litigation process. Chapter 8 entitled Using Multimedia in Legal Proceedings will discuss using computers and technology in legal proceedings to assist you in persuading the trier of fact of your position. It discusses the practical considerations of presenting your case in a digital format and the courtroom issues that may affect your presentation. Techniques and tips on how to present your case and whether real-time reporting should be used are a few of the technology issues discussed. The Glossary explains explain key computer definitions.« less