Using Computers in the Law Office

Computer proficiency is required of all legal assistants in order for them to make considerable contributions in their professional settings. Using Computers in the Law Office provides the critical, up-to-date information needed to gain such skills. Important topics covered include Internet legal/factual research, legal timekeeping and billing, litigation support software, and case management and docket control software. And, recognizing that utilizing new-age technology leads to...
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Computer proficiency is required of all legal assistants in order for them to make considerable contributions in their professional settings. Using Computers in the Law Office provides the critical, up-to-date information needed to gain such skills. Important topics covered include Internet legal/factual research, legal timekeeping and billing, litigation support software, and case management and docket control software. And, recognizing that utilizing new-age technology leads to higher organization and productivity, the author has included thorough discussions on mobile computing, document management, security, ethics, the electronic courthouse and many other trends in legal computing.