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Vokle gives a voice to the masses (sort of)

It looks like Vokle wants to become the video chat forum for the masses. Originally envisioned as a political platform, Vokle makes it so easy to broadcast and receive real-time streaming commentary that it just might make public debate over the Internet a reality. The platform has also been embraced and roundly praised by Arrianna Huffington … but I like it anyway.

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Warning: Blatant iPhone Plug

Yeah. I’m an iPhone fanboy. Sue me.

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Socialwok (allegedly) adds collaboration to Outlook

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Socialwok is a free add-on for Google Apps that you can pick up at the Google Apps Marketplace.

I installed it a month ago but have never really been able to connect people in my office using this app. I know it’s working, but it still does not really seem to be adding much interaction. I’ll keep trying and let you know if it truly does the job. In the meantime, here’s a video about using Socialwok with Outlook. Enjoy.

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Bill more. Go home early: One Lawyer’s Story

Amicus Attorney

One of the primary reasons we adopt new technology (besides the fact that it’s cool) is because it makes life easier. John T. Phipps, a lawyer based in Champaign, Ill., discovered this when he test-drove and adopted Amicus Attorney practice management software for his law firm. In all, he estimates that he’s significantly increased the amount of billable time he captures – up to 250 hours a year – thanks to the system’s automation features. Another benefit: The ability to run his practice from his laptop or Blackberry helps free his time for more important things – like vacations. You can read John’s story here.

Download a free trial version of Amicus Attorney.

eSignature – free, secure online signatures

https://esign.adob.com

E-signatures? Yep – Adobe’s got ‘em. How does this work? Just like you think it works. Sign up for free, sign a document digitally. Enjoy.

What could this technology change for lawyers? Only everything. I plan to start using it immediately for client agreements, contracts, receipts, license agreements, status reports, letters, etc., etc., etc.

I have to admit – just when you think that Adobe has it all wrong … they go and do something intensely right. I stand corrected.

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Clio adds batch-billing feature

Clio has just introduced batch billing and printing – which means you can now generate bills for all un-invoiced time in two clicks and create a single, print-ready PDF of all open bills.

To use the feature, visit the New Bill page under the Bills tab to multi-select clients and matters.

Then click Generate Bills and review the output. Select the bills for which you want to create a PDF and click Print BIll(s).

Pretty easy. And a nice feature-add. Way to go guys.

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ABA Tech Show 2010 in Pictures

ABA TechShow 2010



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