TechnoLawyer: Laptops/Smartphones/Tablets

Coming today to TL Research: TechnoLawyer publisher Neil Squillante answers the following question: Can the iPad mini make you and your law practice more productive? Unlike reviews in the mainstream media, Neil's in-depth TL Research report evaluates the iPad mini as a serious productivity tool, including extensive reviews of several productivity apps with accompanying screenshots. For example, Neil wrote this TL Research report on his iPad mini so that he could tell you which plain text word processing app works best. Download your free copy of TL Research Guide to the iPad mini as a Serious Productivity Tool (Second Edition) now.

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Originally published in the August 3, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Life in prison? More like death in prison. Welcome to another installment of "A Lawyer's Life," our ongoing series in SmallLaw in which Gadsden, Alabama lawyer Clark Stewart reflects on ups and downs of his solo practice. In this installment, Clark discusses the downsides of sharing office space with other lawyers, an uplifting story involving his church that brought him a client, and how he helped a client avoid death in prison — plus a review of Notability for voice-tagged note-taking on the iPad. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for Lee Rosen's advice on which type of online marketing works best for small law firms.

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Originally published in the July 24, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: The legal pad started dying long before the iPad arrived. But the iPad may kill what killed legal pads — letter size paper and laptops. In this issue of SmallLaw, legal technology consultant and iPad trainer Brett Burney reviews three iPad apps that enable you to take notes and automatically record audio and sync it to your notes. This way, you can play back what someone said when you jotted something down. For the first time in this series, Brett issues a split opinion in his iVerdict with two winners depending on your needs. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for a review of Kensington's new Virtuoso Pro Fine Tip Stylus, which you can use with the notetaking apps Brett reviews.

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Originally published in the July 6, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Up until 2011, the legal technology world speculated which of the cloud practice management startups LexisNexis would acquire. Then LexisNexis surprised everyone by launching Firm Manager, its own cloud practice management system. In this issue of SmallLaw, practice management consultant Seth Rowland reviews Firm Manager from top to bottom and then some — features (including the new client portal and document management system), interface, speed, underlying technologies, etc. Seth tested Firm Manager on two PCs, a Mac, an iPad, an iPhone, and a Droid Pro. What's Seth verdict and TechnoScore? Read his review to find out. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for a visual walkthrough of Cloudon, the iPad app we recently reviewed that runs Microsoft Office on your iPad.

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Originally published in the June 12, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Howard Stern can help your law career. As a summer associate, TechnoLawyer publisher Neil Squillante listened to Howard every morning while commuting. A partner at the firm was a fan so each day he would swing by Neil's office to discuss that morning's show. It never hurts to have a kindred spirit among the partnership. But after you score a job, you need to earn your keep. Listening to talk radio won't help you bill hours. In this issue of SmallLaw, appellate lawyer and Pennsylvania legal technology specialist Joshua Auriemma explains how you can prepare your documents so that you can listen to them during your commute — and leave the office earlier as a result. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for lessons from a law firm web site redesign, including before and after screenshots.

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Originally published in the November 15, 2012 issue of LitigationWorld: The district attorney drops the theft charges. However, the "victims" file a civil lawsuit to recover damages for the "stolen" items. The case goes to trial. Luckily for you, the defendant was represented by Gadsden, Alabama lawyer Clark Stewart. In this issue of LitigationWorld, Clark explains how he used iPad trial presentation app TrialPad 3.0 at the trial, and how well features such as call-outs and the laser pointer performed. You'll also learn how he projected his iPad's screen to the judge and jury. For the verdict on TrialPad (not to mention the case), read Clark's page-turner of a review. Also, don't miss the LitigationWorld Pick of the Week for an overview of litigant web sites along with tips if your client insists on creating one.

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Originally published in the May 29, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Given the prevalence of PDF forms, it's a shame that so many lawyers still print them out whether for the signature or even the entire form. After all, you're not always in your office. And if it's your client who needs to fill out the form, you don't want them sitting in front of your computer. But it would be cool to hand your client an iPad. In this issue of SmallLaw, legal technology consultant and iPad expert Brett Burney evaluates three iPad apps for filling in PDF forms and chooses a winner. He also explains how to create your own PDF forms so that you can make even greater use of these apps. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for a comparative review of four iPad styli.

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Originally published in the May 25, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Maybe it's still spring where you work, but Gadsden, Alabama lawyer Clark Stewart already feels the summer heat so he has decamped to his lake house with his family for some fishing and 7 and 7s. Unfortunately, emergencies are inevitable for criminal defense lawyers like Clark. Instead of using his Windows laptop to handle the paperwork that arises, Clark would prefer to use his iPad. So we sent him the Apple Wireless Keyboard, and Clark download the new CloudOn app, which provides iPad users with Microsoft Office. Can this combination replace your Windows laptop? Read Clark's review in this issue of SmallLaw to find out. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for an overview of Microsoft's Office 365 by SmallLaw columnist Ben Schorr.

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Originally published in the May 25, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Maybe it's still spring where you work, but Gadsden, Alabama lawyer Clark Stewart already feels the summer heat so he has decamped to his lake house with his family for some fishing and 7 and 7s. Unfortunately, emergencies are inevitable for criminal defense lawyers like Clark. Instead of using his Windows laptop to handle the paperwork that arises, Clark would prefer to use his iPad. So we sent him the Apple Wireless Keyboard, and Clark download the new CloudOn app, which provides iPad users with Microsoft Office. Can this combination replace your Windows laptop? Read Clark's review in this issue of SmallLaw to find out. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for an overview of Microsoft's Office 365 by SmallLaw columnist Ben Schorr.

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Originally published in the April 17, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Traveling stinks. But technology can improve your experience. In this issue of SmallLaw, lawyer and law practice advisor Erik Mazzone reveals his top five travel technologies for mobile lawyers. From planning your trip to remembering what you learned to finding the best pasta in town to making sure your smartphone remains charged, Erik's must-read article has you covered. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for a boutique law firm that recently began offering low-cost legal services online.

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