Dear US colleagues, I first would like to apologize for the delay to introduce myself in the club as it is now a few weeks I had the chance to be integrated in. My name is Ben. I've been a lawyer at the Paris Bar in France since 2009. I quickly started my own practice, just six months after being sworn in, as I didn't quite fit into the traditional law firm culture and was already feeling a strong aversion to the many unnecessary administrative tasks in the legal profession. I was fortunate to connect with an insurance company specializing in road accidents and serious personal injuries, which allowed me to start my practice quite easily. I also handled criminal law cases, primarily in the area of physical and sexual violence. In 2015, through life's twists and turns, I was introduced to the CEO of a German startup specializing in recovering compensation for airline passengers in case of flight delays, cancellations, or overbooking. He himself was a lawyer and had developed in Germany the mass application of a European regulation providing for a fixed compensation of €250, €400, or €600 depending on the distance of the flight for air passengers. Given the low stakes of those cases, only extensive automation and mass actions could make this activity economically viable. Given the lawyer's monopoly in France for legal representation, I was one of the very first lawyers to introduce this litigation into the French market, with no knowledge of this regulation or the automation tools that did not exist at the time. So I started from scratch, with an Excel spreadsheet and Word, and made every possible mistake, including waiting to have 5,000 cases to realize that Excel and Word were not suitable. I then repurposed a commercial CRM, added a workflow engine, and hired a developer before realizing that I needed to completely overhaul my business. Bankruptcy, back to square one. I was about to leave the profession when I came across a YouTube video by Sam that inspired me to get back up and resume the path of legal automation, even stronger than before. I hadn't realized how important it was to anticipate, scale, structure, automate, and constantly fuel such activity with intelligent marketing.

Hey everyone! I’m currently on a mission to update our document management and sharing platform to boost our efficiency and productivity. I’ve compiled a list of the best platforms out there, but I’d love to hear from you before making the move. These systems all feature AI-driven document handling, integration with legal software, and specific compliance tools for law firms. Have any of you used these platforms, or do you have any experiences to share? Your insights would be super helpful. 1. NetDocuments - Cloud-based, AI-driven document management specifically tailored for law firms. 2. iManage - Integrates AI for enhanced document and email management. 3. Clio - Offers comprehensive management tools, including secure document management. 4. DocuSign - Known for e-signatures, also provides secure document storage and management. 5. Box - Secure cloud storage with compliance standards suitable for legal environments. 6. Microsoft SharePoint - Customizable document libraries and integration with Office 365. 7. Google Workspace - Includes tools like Google Docs and Drive for collaborative document management. 8. HighQ - Designed for legal industries, offers project management and secure document handling. 9. Thomson Reuters Legal Tracker - Combines document storage with legal spend management. 10. Zoho Docs - Features secure document management with AI-powered analysis.

Awesome training!! Feeling more empowered and confident.

It's with a heavy heart that I share the loss of a dear friend and business partner this past week. He was a dedicated criminal defense attorney who worked tirelessly until his passing, even in his 70s, rarely taking breaks or vacations despite having a family. What saddens me most is that he never got to fulfill his dream of closing the firm and spending quality time with his family in Greece, lounging on the beach and experiencing true peace. He was reluctant to embrace change and implement new processes, which adds a poignant layer to his story. Joining MLA has been a transformative experience for me. It has enabled me to implement new processes and leverage technology, giving me the freedom to travel and enjoy life without feeling weighed down by work. My friend's story serves as a reminder of the importance of finding balance and working smarter, not harder. I encourage everyone to embrace change, utilize technology, systems, and resources to create lives where work enhances rather than consumes us. Let's find the balance to prioritize our loved ones and welcome challenges as opportunities for growth, knowing that our choices benefit those we hold dear.

Came across this website recently https://www.justvanilla.com/. Has anyone used it? If yes, how has your experience been? What is the cost associated with it?