Category Archives: PDFs
How a Paperless Office Generates Cost Savings
The paperless office may be a myth, at least according to authors Abigail J. Sellen and Richard H. R. Harper. But an office with less paper is very much a reality. So let’s put our biases aside. We can even … Continue reading
PDF Security: Sharing Your Work Product With the Public
You’ve got something to share. A newsletter, a brochure, a seminar handout. You’ve spent time making the document look its best. You converted it to PDF. Everyone can access your shiny new PDF and no one can steal your work … Continue reading
Depositions: There Is a Better (Digital) Way
Depositions are critical. Litigators know that an entire case can rise or fall because of testimony given by a deponent. The vital nature of depositions warrants a great deal of preparation in advance by the deposing attorney. In many cases, … Continue reading
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Preparing to Make the Switch to Paperless
There is an apparent misconception about the costs associated with converting to a digital office. Depending on the firm’s current operating system, the switch may cost nothing. That was the case for my transition–our firm had the resources already in … Continue reading
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Copying Text from PDFs the Pain-Free Way
[Originally posted on the Delaware Employment Law Blog]. I prefer to save my legal research as PDFs for later use. When I’ve offered this suggestion, the pushback I hear most often involves the (alleged) inability to copy and paste text … Continue reading
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The Link Between a Paperless Office and Improved Intangibles
I’ve posted about how Adobe Acrobat 9 can revolutionize your law practice by lowering operational costs and increased earnings. And there’s plenty more to be said on both fronts. But, in this post, I’ll switch my focus from hard to … Continue reading
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How to Revolutionize Your Legal Practice With PDFs
I am passionate about Acrobat. No, really. It has revolutionized the way I practice law and I am committed to communicating its benefits with others. Just ask anyone in my department–they’ll attest to my near-zealous devotion. I’ve been totally paperless … Continue reading
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What’s Better than a Kindle? An Entourage Edge?
The Kindle is wildly popular. And for good reason. It makes reading a truly portable experience, enabling owners to (virtually) carry a whole library in an 11.4 oz package. I have one, myself, but have never been totally sold on … Continue reading
