Hear how technology can help, legally speaking, with two of the top legal technology experts. Authors and lawyers, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell host this Legal Talk Network show. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/ (c) www.LegalTalkNetwork.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:56:02 -0400 admin@legaltalknetwork.com (admin) Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:54:33 -0400 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.2.9) http://www.feedforall.com The Kennedy-Mighell Report Hear how technology can help, legally speaking, with two of the top legal technology experts. Authors and lawyers, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell host this Legal Talk Network show. Legal Talk Network Legal Talk Network admin@legaltalknetwork.com Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell, Adriana Linares, Kennedy Mighell Report, Legal Technology, Law Technology no no http://www.LegalTalkNetwork.com/RSS/KMR_141.jpg http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/ 141 141 In real estate and on the Internet today, the key is location, location, location. Facebook Places, Google Latitude and Foursquare have opened our eyes to the potential benefits and concerns of geolocation services and features. Why are we voluntarily and publicly disclosing so much personal location information today? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the growing role of geolocation services, how you might participate in and benefit from them, and how to make good choices about opting in and opting out of this brave new world. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis' co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/08/geolocation-where-everyone-knows-your-name-and-location/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/08/geolocation-where-everyone-knows-your-name-and-location/ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:54:33 -0400 Geolocation: Where Everyone Knows Your Name AND Location In real estate and on the Internet today, the key is location, location, location. Facebook Places, Google Latitude and Foursquare have opened our eyes to the potential benefits and concerns of geolocation services and features. Why are we voluntarily and publicly disclosing so much personal location information today? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the growing role of geolocation services, how you might participate in and benefit from them, and how to make good choices about opting in and opting out of this brave new world. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis' co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 00:33:46 Legal Talk Network 4square, Clio, Dennis Kennedy, facebook, geolocation, Privacy, Tom Mighell, ipad no no The conventional wisdom has long been that your website, or perhaps your blog, should be at the core of your web presence. Today, your Internet presence is likely to consist of LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and other social media accounts, and a variety of other places people can find you. Is this expansion of "presence" changing the common wisdom and bringing us to what's been called the "Siteless Web"? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the changing Internet environment, whether a website really matters anymore, and how to manage your multi-faceted presence on the Internet. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/08/the-siteless-web-presence/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/08/the-siteless-web-presence/ Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:21:46 -0400 The Siteless Web Presence The conventional wisdom has long been that your website, or perhaps your blog, should be at the core of your web presence. Today, your Internet presence is likely to consist of LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and other social media accounts, and a variety of other places people can find you. Is this expansion of "presence" changing the common wisdom and bringing us to what's been called the "Siteless Web"? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the changing Internet environment, whether a website really matters anymore, and how to manage your multi-faceted presence on the Internet. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 30:07 Legal Talk Network facebook, internet presence, legal blogging, linkedin, Social media, twitter, web presence, website no no Lawyers have started to dabble in listening to and creating podcasts. Most of the emphasis we see is on how to create podcasts. However, listening regularly to podcasts can bring you a treasure trove of timely and practical information, especially if you don't have time to read everything in your "to read" stack. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell offer some great tips and techniques for improving your use of podcasts, making the most of your listening time, and generally opening the doors to an underused information resource. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/08/a-podcast-listeners-guide/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/08/a-podcast-listeners-guide/ Wed, 4 Aug 2010 10:49:00 -0400 A Podcast Listener's Guide Lawyers have started to dabble in listening to and creating podcasts. Most of the emphasis we see is on how to create podcasts. However, listening regularly to podcasts can bring you a treasure trove of timely and practical information, especially if you don't have time to read everything in your "to read" stack. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell offer some great tips and techniques for improving your use of podcasts, making the most of your listening time, and generally opening the doors to an underused information resource. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 34:29 Legal Talk Network BBC, Clio, Dennis Kennedy, Double Speed, eBook Collection, Huffduffer, NPR, Podcast Alley, Podcast Quality, RSS analogy, Subscribing to Podcasts. iTunes, Tom Mighell no no "Do more with less" is a mantra of the day. One of the great promises of the day is that technology will organize and optimize us, as computers take over the work we don't need to do and make our lives easier. The reality feels more like a jammed email inbox, a mountain of to-do lists and technology we often fight with. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell and special guest Allison Shields, discuss the importance of improving personal productivity and the role technology, when done well, can play in optimizing your work, enhancing your productivity and simplifying your life. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/07/powering-up-your-personal-productivity/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/07/powering-up-your-personal-productivity/ Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:41:50 -0400 Powering Up Your Personal Productivity "Do more with less" is a mantra of the day. One of the great promises of the day is that technology will organize and optimize us, as computers take over the work we don't need to do and make our lives easier. The reality feels more like a jammed email inbox, a mountain of to-do lists and technology we often fight with. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell and special guest Allison Shields, discuss the importance of improving personal productivity and the role technology, when done well, can play in optimizing your work, enhancing your productivity and simplifying your life. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 31:51 Legal Talk Network Allison Shields, automation, billable hour, Clip, Dennis Kennedy, Email, multitasking, Productivity, Smartphone, sync, to-do list, Tom Mighell no no It's what you do with the technology after you get it that really matters. A hot area these days in legal technology is the use of technology for project management, especially in e-discovery. But e-discovery is not the only place we're seeing project management discussions. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the impact project management concerns will play in technology choices, the evolution of legal project management skills and practices, and the increasing role project management is already playing in the practice of law. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/07/lawyers-as-project-managers/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/07/lawyers-as-project-managers/ Thu, 8 Jul 2010 09:08:21 -0400 Lawyers as Project Managers It's what you do with the technology after you get it that really matters. A hot area these days in legal technology is the use of technology for project management, especially in e-discovery. But e-discovery is not the only place we're seeing project management discussions. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the impact project management concerns will play in technology choices, the evolution of legal project management skills and practices, and the increasing role project management is already playing in the practice of law. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 30:20 Legal Talk Network Clio, e-discovery, electronic discovery, Project management no no The demand for pre-orders for the new iPhone 4 knocked out the AT&T order site on the first day. It seems like someone announces a new Android phone every few days. HP recently bought Palm. And the love affair between lawyers and BlackBerries seems to be cooling off . . . maybe. There's never been a more confusing time to be looking for a smartphone. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell survey the current smartphone landscape, try to make sense of where we are and where we are going, and offer some guidance, tips and opinions on the ever-changing world of smartphones. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/06/the-summer-of-the-smartphone/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/06/the-summer-of-the-smartphone/ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:15:12 -0400 The Summer of the Smartphone The demand for pre-orders for the new iPhone 4 knocked out the AT&T order site on the first day. It seems like someone announces a new Android phone every few days. HP recently bought Palm. And the love affair between lawyers and BlackBerries seems to be cooling off . . . maybe. There's never been a more confusing time to be looking for a smartphone. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell survey the current smartphone landscape, try to make sense of where we are and where we are going, and offer some guidance, tips and opinions on the ever-changing world of smartphones. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 30:09 Legal Talk Network Android, apps, blackberry, Clio, Dennis Kennedy, iphone, Palm, Smartphone, Tom Mighell no no Law firms tend to struggle with setting technology strategies. They get as far as forming technology committees, yet often give them little or no direction. Are there some simple ways to set your underlying technology strategy and keep your firm on course? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss a simple approach to technology strategy based on familiar investment principles, the importance of diversification and an easy visual approach to help make things happen. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/06/simplifying-legal-technology-strategies/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/06/simplifying-legal-technology-strategies/ Mon, 7 Jun 2010 16:42:31 -0400 Simplifying Legal Technology Strategies Law firms tend to struggle with setting technology strategies. They get as far as forming technology committees, yet often give them little or no direction. Are there some simple ways to set your underlying technology strategy and keep your firm on course? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss a simple approach to technology strategy based on familiar investment principles, the importance of diversification and an easy visual approach to help make things happen. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 31:24 Legal Talk Network Clio, Dennis Kennedy, diversification, Technology Diversity, Technology Strategy, Tom Mighell no no Many lawyers now find that they have much newer, and better, computers, cell phones and software at home than they have at work. And some companies are looking to cut costs by requiring their employees to purchase their own equipment. Are these trends changing the way both lawyers and their firms handle technology in the workplace? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the implications of this new kind of "digital divide" and the changes we are already starting to see. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/05/home-computers-at-work-the-new-digital-divide/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/05/home-computers-at-work-the-new-digital-divide/ Tue, 25 May 2010 12:19:15 -0400 Home Computers at Work: The New Digital Divide? Many lawyers now find that they have much newer, and better, computers, cell phones and software at home than they have at work. And some companies are looking to cut costs by requiring their employees to purchase their own equipment. Are these trends changing the way both lawyers and their firms handle technology in the workplace? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the implications of this new kind of "digital divide" and the changes we are already starting to see. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 29:47 Legal Talk Network Clio, collaboration tools, computer budget, Dennis Kennedy, digital divide, home PC, legal technology, Tom Mighell, work PC no no A number of sites, including Google Apps, Zoho, Microsoft, and others, offer a set of standard "office suite" programs – word processing, spreadsheets, presentations – in an online format. We've seen some solos and small firms experiment with using Google Apps. Now, we've learned that a 200+ employee law firm has launched a major Google Apps implementation. Are we at the beginning of a new trend? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss this new initiative, the potential impact for the legal profession and whether an online office suite might play a role in your future. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/05/outsourcing-your-office-suite/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/05/outsourcing-your-office-suite/ Tue, 11 May 2010 10:50:06 -0400 Outsourcing your Office Suite A number of sites, including Google Apps, Zoho, Microsoft, and others, offer a set of standard "office suite" programs – word processing, spreadsheets, presentations – in an online format. We've seen some solos and small firms experiment with using Google Apps. Now, we've learned that a 200+ employee law firm has launched a major Google Apps implementation. Are we at the beginning of a new trend? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss this new initiative, the potential impact for the legal profession and whether an online office suite might play a role in your future. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 32:56 Legal Talk Network Cloud Computing, Google Apps, Microsoft, Office, Office Suite, Online Office, Word Processing, Zoho no no Many people seem to be in the market for new computers or other computer hardware these days. There are more choices than ever and big changes in the market that can be confusing, especially for people who haven't been in the market for a few years. Have the traditional principles for buying computer hardware also started to change? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell cover the new hardware waterfront and offer their current hardware buyer's guide. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/04/the-2010-hardware-buyers-guide-episode/ 04A44B4A-D472-40F5-A393-0CC711FD2EC8 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:00:24 -0400 The 2010 Hardware Buyer's Guide Episode Many people seem to be in the market for new computers or other computer hardware these days. There are more choices than ever and big changes in the market that can be confusing, especially for people who haven't been in the market for a few years. Have the traditional principles for buying computer hardware also started to change? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell cover the new hardware waterfront and offer their current hardware buyer's guide. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 27:31 Legal Talk Network Clio, Computer, desktop, hardware, laptop, mobile gadgets, netbook, notebook, tablet, Win 7, windows no no Tim O'Reilly was one of the original definers of "Web 2.0." He's now turned his focus to the "Internet Operating System," the next step down the path from "cloud computing." In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take their own look at the Internet Operating System, its implications and the mindshift it will require for lawyers and others. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/04/the-internet-operating-system/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/04/the-internet-operating-system/ Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:04:16 -0400 The Internet Operating System Tim O'Reilly was one of the original definers of "Web 2.0." He's now turned his focus to the "Internet Operating System," the next step down the path from "cloud computing." In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take their own look at the Internet Operating System, its implications and the mindshift it will require for lawyers and others. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 28:11 Legal Talk Network cloud, Operating System, Tim O'Reilly, Web 2.0, Clio no no In this special edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell, take their show on the road to ABA TECHSHOW 2010 in Chicago and chat with the experts about the latest in legal technology. Dennis and Tom welcome some very special guests including: Natalie Kelly, the Honorable Herbert B. Dixon, Jr., Rodney Dowell, Paul Unger, Ernie Svenson and Jim Calloway, to share their insight from this popular legal technology expo. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. Be sure to watch this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report video podcast! http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/04/inside-aba-techshow-2010/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/04/inside-aba-techshow-2010/ Thu, 1 Apr 2010 15:25:19 -0400 Inside ABA TECHSHOW 2010 In this special edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell, take their show on the road to ABA TECHSHOW 2010 in Chicago and chat with the experts about the latest in legal technology. Dennis and Tom welcome some very special guests including: Natalie Kelly, the Honorable Herbert B. Dixon, Jr., Rodney Dowell, Paul Unger, Ernie Svenson and Jim Calloway, to share their insight from this popular legal technology expo. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. Be sure to watch this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report video podcast! 35:05 Legal Talk Network ABA, ABA Tech Show, ernie svenson, Herbert Dixon, Jim Calloway, legal technology, Natalie Kelly, Paul Unger, Rodney Dowell, Techshow no no From the Sedona Conference on e-discovery to the latest features of Office 2010, the hot technology topic of the day is collaboration. However, when most lawyers think of collaboration tools, their lists end after email and “track changes.” What are the real stories of collaboration technology in 2010? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the current state of affairs in collaboration tools for lawyers and the many ways these tools can benefit your practice. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/03/smart-ways-to-work-together-in-2010/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/03/smart-ways-to-work-together-in-2010/ Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:56:36 -0400 Smart Ways to Work Together in 2010 From the Sedona Conference on e-discovery to the latest features of Office 2010, the hot technology topic of the day is collaboration. However, when most lawyers think of collaboration tools, their lists end after email and “track changes.” What are the real stories of collaboration technology in 2010? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the current state of affairs in collaboration tools for lawyers and the many ways these tools can benefit your practice. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 26:21 Legal Talk Network collaboration tools, Office 2010, Sedona Conference no no Hardly a day goes by without lawyers hearing that they need to be diving into social media. And many are already there - on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and other platforms. Google stumbled on privacy on its launch of its new social media platform, Buzz. The privacy and security concerns in social media are very real. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a practical look at what you must understand to take control of your security and privacy, from basic account settings to smart approaches to social media common sense. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/03/social-media-common-sense/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/03/social-media-common-sense/ Wed, 3 Mar 2010 10:42:33 -0500 Social Media Common Sense Hardly a day goes by without lawyers hearing that they need to be diving into social media. And many are already there - on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and other platforms. Google stumbled on privacy on its launch of its new social media platform, Buzz. The privacy and security concerns in social media are very real. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a practical look at what you must understand to take control of your security and privacy, from basic account settings to smart approaches to social media common sense. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 32:27 Legal Talk Network Buzz, Privacy, Social media, social networking no no Budgetary concerns have forced lawyers to take a hard look at software costs. That’s brought Open Source software onto their radar screens. The price - free - is obviously attractive, but Open Source is a completely different approach to software than lawyers expect. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell introduce the approach and philosophy of Open Source, the programs available, and when and where it might make sense for you. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/02/opening-up-to-open-source/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/02/opening-up-to-open-source/ Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:51:44 -0500 Opening Up to Open Source Budgetary concerns have forced lawyers to take a hard look at software costs. That’s brought Open Source software onto their radar screens. The price - free - is obviously attractive, but Open Source is a completely different approach to software than lawyers expect. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell introduce the approach and philosophy of Open Source, the programs available, and when and where it might make sense for you. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 29:37 Legal Talk Network legal software, Open Source Software no no No product launch in recent memory has commanded the attention of Apple's iPad announcement. Is the iPad a game-changer, the must-have of 2010, or just one more imperfect choice for technology users already facing too many choices? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the iPad, hype vs. reality, and what this new product might mean for lawyers who use technology. Their conclusions might surprise you. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/02/the-ipad-gadget-or-game-changer/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/02/the-ipad-gadget-or-game-changer/ Tue, 2 Feb 2010 16:16:28 -0500 The iPad: Gadget or Game Changer? No product launch in recent memory has commanded the attention of Apple's iPad announcement. Is the iPad a game-changer, the must-have of 2010, or just one more imperfect choice for technology users already facing too many choices? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the iPad, hype vs. reality, and what this new product might mean for lawyers who use technology. Their conclusions might surprise you. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 33:46 Legal Talk Network iPad no no Lawyers are often considered "late adopters" of technology. While there is plenty of good evidence to support that view, you can find lawyers all across the adoption range, from early adopters to late adopters and everywhere in between. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the technology adoption continuum, the advantages and disadvantages of each category, and how you can make the best use of your technology adopter style. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/01/from-early-adopters-to-late-adopters-and-everyone-in-between/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/01/from-early-adopters-to-late-adopters-and-everyone-in-between/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:57:27 -0500 From Early Adopters to Late Adopters and Everyone In Between Lawyers are often considered "late adopters" of technology. While there is plenty of good evidence to support that view, you can find lawyers all across the adoption range, from early adopters to late adopters and everywhere in between. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the technology adoption continuum, the advantages and disadvantages of each category, and how you can make the best use of your technology adopter style. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 29:44 Legal Talk Network legal technology no no In part two of this two-part series on legal technology trends, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell peer into the crystal ball to find the key trends and storylines to expect in legal technology in 2010. Will the economy keep a lid on significant developments? What role will Internet and mobile technologies play? What should lawyers, law firms and other legal organizations be putting into their strategic technology plans? In addition, Dennis and Tom make predictions about technology in general and legal technology in particular. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/01/looking-forward-legal-technology-in-2010/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2010/01/looking-forward-legal-technology-in-2010/ Tue, 5 Jan 2010 10:04:13 -0500 Looking Forward: Legal Technology in 2010 In part two of this two-part series on legal technology trends, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell peer into the crystal ball to find the key trends and storylines to expect in legal technology in 2010. Will the economy keep a lid on significant developments? What role will Internet and mobile technologies play? What should lawyers, law firms and other legal organizations be putting into their strategic technology plans? In addition, Dennis and Tom make predictions about technology in general and legal technology in particular. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 28:36 Legal Talk Network legal technology, mobile gadgets, predictions no no In part one of a two-part series on legal technology trends, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look back at the most significant developments in 2009. While the economy might have been the dominant story in 2009, a number of other currents were moving in legal tech waters. From ediscovery to social media to cloud computing to collaboration, you'll get an overview of where we've been and what where we've been suggests about where we are going. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/12/looking-back-legal-technology-in-2009/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/12/looking-back-legal-technology-in-2009/ Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:44:26 -0500 Looking Back: Legal Technology in 2009 In part one of a two-part series on legal technology trends, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look back at the most significant developments in 2009. While the economy might have been the dominant story in 2009, a number of other currents were moving in legal tech waters. From ediscovery to social media to cloud computing to collaboration, you'll get an overview of where we've been and what where we've been suggests about where we are going. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 30:34 Legal Talk Network cloud, e-discovery, Economy, legal technology, Social media no no 2009 has been the year of the smartphone. Lawyers are moving from traditional email access with a BlackBerry to apps and mobile browsing on iPhones and other smartphones. In this episode of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the growing movement to mobile and its implications for the legal profession. In addition, Tom & Dennis welcome Jeremy Diviney, Co-founder, Chief Architect and Director of Operations at Bill4time, to discuss the importance of using Mobile software. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/12/going-mobile-the-rise-of-the-mobile-platform/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/12/going-mobile-the-rise-of-the-mobile-platform/ Wed, 9 Dec 2009 11:36:02 -0500 Going Mobile: The Rise of the Mobile Platform 2009 has been the year of the smartphone. Lawyers are moving from traditional email access with a BlackBerry to apps and mobile browsing on iPhones and other smartphones. In this episode of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the growing movement to mobile and its implications for the legal profession. In addition, Tom & Dennis welcome Jeremy Diviney, Co-founder, Chief Architect and Director of Operations at Bill4time, to discuss the importance of using Mobile software. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 27:49 Legal Talk Network blackberry, iphone, Jeremy Diviney, legal software, mobile gadgets, Smartphone no no We're at the time of year where everyone likes to make and share lists. Some new types of Internet tools let lawyers share useful lists of information in easier and more powerful ways. In this new episode of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss why Twitter Lists, bookmark lists, OPML lists and other sharable lists should be making their way onto your list soon. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/11/making-a-list-and-sharing-it-too/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/11/making-a-list-and-sharing-it-too/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:39:13 -0500 Making a List and Sharing it Too We're at the time of year where everyone likes to make and share lists. Some new types of Internet tools let lawyers share useful lists of information in easier and more powerful ways. In this new episode of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss why Twitter Lists, bookmark lists, OPML lists and other sharable lists should be making their way onto your list soon. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 28:40 Legal Talk Network bookmarks, Internet Tools, Lists, OPML, twitter no no The recent release of Windows 7 hopefully ushers in a new era of peace and stability to the world of PC operating systems. But should lawyers rush out to upgrade now? In this new episode of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss some of the new features in Windows 7, whether upgrading is the right move, and precautions to take before moving to the new operating system. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/11/is-windows-7-coming-to-your-computer/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/11/is-windows-7-coming-to-your-computer/ Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:02:22 -0500 Is Windows 7 Coming to Your Computer? The recent release of Windows 7 hopefully ushers in a new era of peace and stability to the world of PC operating systems. But should lawyers rush out to upgrade now? In this new episode of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss some of the new features in Windows 7, whether upgrading is the right move, and precautions to take before moving to the new operating system. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 26:14 Legal Talk Network Win 7, Windows, Operating System, OS no no Will lawyers ever move past the ever-present legal pad as their most trusted tool for practicing law? Tablet PCs have been around for quite a while, but lawyers are now using iPhones, iPod Touches and other devices with touch screens. Are the days of the paper legal pad numbered? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss whether lawyers will ever embrace touch technologies. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/10/the-electronic-legal-pad-and-the-post-paper-practice-of-law/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/10/the-electronic-legal-pad-and-the-post-paper-practice-of-law/ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:41:07 -0400 The Electronic Legal Pad and the Post-Paper Practice of Law Will lawyers ever move past the ever-present legal pad as their most trusted tool for practicing law? Tablet PCs have been around for quite a while, but lawyers are now using iPhones, iPod Touches and other devices with touch screens. Are the days of the paper legal pad numbered? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss whether lawyers will ever embrace touch technologies. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 27:47 Legal Talk Network iphone, tablets, touch technology no no Depending on where you look, lawyers are likely to read or hear that social media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, et al.) are either a tremendous waste of time fraught with ethical dangers or an essential tool for communication and a necessary part of every lawyer's Internet presence. Are you falling behind or falling off the cliff? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell will take a fresh look at social media for lawyers and try to sort through the various claims, draw a few conclusions and provide some practical pointers. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/10/bulls-and-bears-lawyers-using-social-media/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/10/bulls-and-bears-lawyers-using-social-media/ Wed, 7 Oct 2009 10:21:52 -0400 Bulls and Bears: Lawyers Using Social Media Depending on where you look, lawyers are likely to read or hear that social media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, et al.) are either a tremendous waste of time fraught with ethical dangers or an essential tool for communication and a necessary part of every lawyer's Internet presence. Are you falling behind or falling off the cliff? In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell will take a fresh look at social media for lawyers and try to sort through the various claims, draw a few conclusions and provide some practical pointers. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 28:02 Legal Talk Network ethical issues, facebook, linkedin, Social media, social networking, twitter no no Most discussion of the use of technology by law firms tends to be anecdotal. That’s why the annual release of the InsideLegal/ILTA Member Technology Purchasing Survey is welcome news for those looking for the numbers on which to base decisions and spot trends. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell will dig into the survey and draw a few conclusions of their own. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/09/law-firms-and-legal-technology-trends-and-challenges/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/09/law-firms-and-legal-technology-trends-and-challenges/ Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:22:50 -0400 Law Firms and Legal Technology: Trends and Challenges Most discussion of the use of technology by law firms tends to be anecdotal. That’s why the annual release of the InsideLegal/ILTA Member Technology Purchasing Survey is welcome news for those looking for the numbers on which to base decisions and spot trends. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell will dig into the survey and draw a few conclusions of their own. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 25:19 Legal Talk Network ILTA, ILTA Member Technology Purchasing Survey, InsideLegal, legal technology no no Are you suffering from information overload? Soon you could be inundated by instantaneous updates and some are calling the next-generation Internet the "real-time web." In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell will take you on a guided tour of this new stage in web evolution and discuss its implications for lawyers and others already overburdened with flow of information. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/09/real-about-the-real-time-web/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/09/real-about-the-real-time-web/ Wed, 9 Sep 2009 10:40:16 -0400 Real About the Real-time Web? Are you suffering from information overload? Soon you could be inundated by instantaneous updates and some are calling the next-generation Internet the "real-time web." In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell will take you on a guided tour of this new stage in web evolution and discuss its implications for lawyers and others already overburdened with flow of information. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 25:51 Legal Talk Network instant information, real-time, web evolution no no Have all of your posts, comments and mentions on the Internet, especially in social media, become the dreaded "permanent record?" Is what people see in Google about you what you want them to"know" about you? As lawyers participate in social media - Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn, just to name a few - there's a growing sense that Internet presence is becoming online reputation. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell look at this important new phenomenon and suggest practical ways that you can find and manage your online reputation, while avoiding the most common pitfalls. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/08/online-reputation-management/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/08/online-reputation-management/ Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:41:30 -0400 Online Reputation Management Have all of your posts, comments and mentions on the Internet, especially in social media, become the dreaded "permanent record?" Is what people see in Google about you what you want them to"know" about you? As lawyers participate in social media - Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn, just to name a few - there's a growing sense that Internet presence is becoming online reputation. In this episode, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell look at this important new phenomenon and suggest practical ways that you can find and manage your online reputation, while avoiding the most common pitfalls. 26:01 Legal Talk Network facebook, linkedin, reputation, Social media, twitter no no On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the current state of legal blogging on the Internet and share with you what is new in the blawgosphere. In the "Stuff We've Been Talking About Ourselves" segment, Dennis & Tom will look at the "mobile platform" and how to make your site more mobile-friendly. In Parting Shots, Dennis and Tom leave you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/08/the-state-of-the-blawgosphere/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/08/the-state-of-the-blawgosphere/ Fri, 7 Aug 2009 13:20:46 -0400 The State of the Blawgosphere On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss the current state of legal blogging on the Internet and share with you what is new in the blawgosphere. In the "Stuff We've Been Talking About Ourselves" segment, Dennis & Tom will look at the "mobile platform" and how to make your site more mobile-friendly. In Parting Shots, Dennis and Tom leave you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 29:12 Legal Talk Network Blawg, blogging, legal blogging, mobile gadgets no no As the way we use and respond to email has evolved, has traditional email “etiquette” changed too? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the "Email Golden Rule" and come up with some new guidelines to improve your email experience, and the experience of anyone who receives a message from you. In the Q & A segment, Dennis and Tom will answer audience questions and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/07/email-etiquette-2-0/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/07/email-etiquette-2-0/ Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:02:54 -0400 Email Etiquette 2.0 As the way we use and respond to email has evolved, has traditional email “etiquette” changed too? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the "Email Golden Rule" and come up with some new guidelines to improve your email experience, and the experience of anyone who receives a message from you. In the Q & A segment, Dennis and Tom will answer audience questions and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 26:30 Legal Talk Network acronyms, blackberry, Email, iphone, Smartphone, walled garden no no Twitter, Facebook, blogging? Hardly a day goes by without someone proclaiming that a technology is "dead." On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell talk about what technologies to stick with, what to abandon and how you can determine which are best for your law firm. In the Q & A segment, Dennis and Tom will answer audience questions and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/07/what-technology-is-dead-today/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/07/what-technology-is-dead-today/ Mon, 6 Jul 2009 16:06:32 -0400 What Technology is Dead Today? Twitter, Facebook, blogging? Hardly a day goes by without someone proclaiming that a technology is "dead." On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell talk about what technologies to stick with, what to abandon and how you can determine which are best for your law firm. In the Q & A segment, Dennis and Tom will answer audience questions and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 26:02 Legal Talk Network no no Do the iPhone 3GS and Palm Pre have what it takes to topple Blackberry as a lawyer's smartphone? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at all three devices - hardware, software, functionalities and services - to compare. In the Q & A segment, Dennis and Tom will answer an audience questions and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/06/lawyers-and-smartphones/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/06/lawyers-and-smartphones/ Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:10:24 -0400 Lawyers and Smartphones Do the iPhone 3GS and Palm Pre have what it takes to topple Blackberry as a lawyer's smartphone? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, co-hosts, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at all three devices - hardware, software, functionalities and services - to compare. In the Q & A segment, Dennis and Tom will answer an audience questions and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 24:50 Legal Talk Network blackberry, iphone, Palm Pre, Smartphone no no On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss search, the new Wolfram Alpha"computational engine," the future of search on the Internet, and how it may apply to lawyers. In a brand new segment "Stuff That Dennis and Tom Are Talking About," Dennis and Tom will take an in-depth look at FriendFeed. Dennis and Tom will wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/06/the-future-of-search/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/06/the-future-of-search/ Mon, 8 Jun 2009 09:31:12 -0400 The Future of Search On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell discuss search, the new Wolfram Alpha"computational engine," the future of search on the Internet, and how it may apply to lawyers. In a brand new segment "Stuff That Dennis and Tom Are Talking About," Dennis and Tom will take an in-depth look at FriendFeed. Dennis and Tom will wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 26:48 Legal Talk Network FriendFeed, Search, Wolfram Alpha, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell no no How do people learn to use new technology -- and is it different for lawyers and legal technology? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell and Adriana Linares, discuss how to break it down so it isn't overwhelming. Learn where the best resources about technology are and how e-Discovery comes into play for your law practice. Dennis, Tom and Adriana will also take audience questions from the mailbag and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom and Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/05/learn-to-use-new-technology/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/05/learn-to-use-new-technology/ Tue, 26 May 2009 14:57:36 -0400 Learn to use NEW Technology How do people learn to use new technology -- and is it different for lawyers & legal technology? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell and Adriana Linares, discuss how to break it down so it isn't overwhelming. Learn where the best resources about technology are and how e-Discovery comes into play for your law practice. Dennis, Tom and Adriana will also take audience questions from the mailbag and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 22:44 Legal Talk Network Adriana Linares, Dennis Kennedy, e-discovery, Tom Mighell no no Are the Kindle DX and the iPad leading us to Legal Pad 2.0? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell and Adriana Linares, will discuss how the new Kindle DX and the current Kindle might be used by lawyers and law students, explore related products like the iPad and question whether we are headed to an all electronic legal pad. Dennis, Tom and Adriana will also take questions from their growing audience and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/05/kindle-me-this/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/05/kindle-me-this/ Mon, 11 May 2009 17:32:08 -0400 Kindle Me This Are the Kindle DX and the iPad leading us to Legal Pad 2.0? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell and Adriana Linares, will discuss how the new Kindle DX and the current Kindle might be used by lawyers and law students, explore related products like the iPad and question whether we are headed to an all electronic legal pad. Dennis, Tom and Adriana will also take questions from their growing audience and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies. 26:02 Legal Talk Network 2.0, Adriana Linares, Dennis Kennedy, iPad, Kindle DX, Legal Pad, Tom Mighell no no PowerPoint - can't live with it, can't live without it. So how best to make the most of PowerPoint? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the personal evolution of use of PowerPoint and offer their best ideas and tips for using PowerPoint. Dennis and Tom will also take audience questions from the mailbag and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/04/has-powerpoint-killed-the-presentation/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/04/has-powerpoint-killed-the-presentation/ Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:51:15 -0400 Has PowerPoint Killed the Presentation? PowerPoint - can't live with it, can't live without it. So how best to make the most of PowerPoint? On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell take a look at the personal evolution of use of PowerPoint and offer their best ideas and tips for using PowerPoint. Dennis and Tom will also take audience questions from the mailbag and wrap up with Parting Shots, leaving you with lasting tips and observations. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration. 26:06 Legal Talk Network Dennis Kennedy, PowerPoint, Tom Mighell no no On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell, and Adriana Linares will be talking all things ABA TECHSHOW! They will take a look at Susskind's presentation, the social side of TECHSHOW and how Twitter is a game-changer for attending conferences in general. In the Parting Shots segment, Dennis, Tom & Adriana will leave you with that one hot tip, website, or observation you can use after the show. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration. http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/04/aba-techshow-in-review/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/04/aba-techshow-in-review/ Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:30:38 -0400 ABA TECHSHOW in Review On this edition of the Kennedy-Mighell Report, legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell, and Adriana Linares will be talking all things ABA TECHSHOW! They will take a look at Susskind's presentation, the social side of TECHSHOW and how Twitter is a game-changer for attending conferences in general. In the Parting Shots segment, Dennis, Tom & Adriana will leave you with that one hot tip, website, or observation you can use after the show. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration. 27:03 Legal Talk Network ABA, ABA Tech Show, Adriana Linares, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell, twitter no no Technology can help you manage your law practice OR make you want to throw the computer or mobile device of choice out the window! Who better to talk about legal technology than three of the top legal technologists anywhere…and they speak YOUR language! Announcing (drum roll please) co-hosts and big-name legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell, and Adriana Linares in this inaugural edition of the Kennedy- Mighell Report on Legal Talk Network! Insight, opinion, and maybe even a dose of advice about all the legal technology necessities and choices. On this edition: Economic reality check and the impact on legal technology for lawyers - the hard but helpful facts. Time’s up for computer illiterate lawyers - find out why! And too much stuff to search for discovery, case law, etc - what to do? Also hear their Parting Shots in the podcast. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, "The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration." http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/03/reality-check-the-impact-of-legal-technology-for-lawyers/ http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/kennedy-mighell-report/2009/03/reality-check-the-impact-of-legal-technology-for-lawyers/ Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:43:42 -0400 Reality Check: The Impact of Legal Technology for Lawyers Technology can help you manage your law practice OR make you want to throw the computer or mobile device of choice out the window! Who better to talk about legal technology than three of the top legal technologists anywhere…and they speak YOUR language! Announcing (drum roll please) co-hosts and big-name legal bloggers, Dennis Kennedy, Tom Mighell, and Adriana Linares in this inaugural edition of the Kennedy- Mighell Report on Legal Talk Network! Insight, opinion, and maybe even a dose of advice about all the legal technology necessities and choices. On this edition: Economic reality check and the impact on legal technology for lawyers - the hard but helpful facts. Time’s up for computer illiterate lawyers - find out why! And too much stuff to search for discovery, case law, etc - what to do? Also hear their Parting Shots in the podcast. After you listen, be sure to check out Tom & Dennis’ co-blog and book by the same name, The Lawyers Guide to Collaboration. 25:57 Legal Talk Network Planning for Legal Technology in a Recession, TREC Legal Trac, Twitter Search, ABA TECHSHOW BUZZ. no no