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  • TSL Labs Bonus Podcast: Google's Notebook LLM "Deep Dive" on December 1st, 2025, editorial on the the Lawyer's Defense Against Holiday Scams and 'Bargain' Tech Traps!

    TSL Labs Bonus Podcast: Google's Notebook LLM "Deep Dive" on December 1st, 2025, editorial on the the Lawyer's Defense Against Holiday Scams and 'Bargain' Tech Traps!
    Dec 5 2025
    Listen in as Google's Notebook LLM provides an AI-powered conversation unpacks our December 1st, 2025 editorial examining how the holiday digital marketplace transforms into a lucrative hunting ground for device compromise and credential theft. We explore why attorneys and paralegals—trained to spot hidden clauses and anticipate risk—often abandon professional skepticism when faced with shiny gadgets bearing 70% off stickers. Our discussion arms you with actionable strategies to protect your practice, safeguard client confidentiality, and prevent the kind of security breaches that trigger bar complaints and operational shutdowns. Whether you're a solo practitioner or part of a large firm, this episode delivers the technical insights you need without the jargon. Join Google's Notebook LLM as we discuss the following three questions and more! How do bargain tech deals create hidden professional liabilities that extend far beyond wasted money, and what specific technical deficits should lawyers avoid in discount hardware?What free forensic tools can legal professionals use to distinguish genuine discounts from manipulated pricing schemes, and how do these tools apply procurement-level rigor to personal shopping decisions?Which three active scam vectors target high-value professionals during the holiday season, and what mandatory four-point protocol ensures comprehensive protection against credential theft and device compromise? In our conversation, we cover the following: [00:00:00] Welcome to TSL Labs Bonus Episode: AI-powered deep dive on holiday shopping risks[00:01:00] Why legal professionals abandon professional skepticism during holiday sales[00:02:00] The high stakes: credential theft, device compromise, and operational lockdown[00:03:00] The bargain trap: understanding technical debt in cheap vs. inexpensive hardware[00:04:00] Processor bottleneck red flags: older generation chips that consume billable time[00:05:00] Screen resolution hazards: how 1366x768 displays create genuine error risks[00:06:00] RAM deficits and security longevity: when devices become e-waste and compliance gaps[00:07:00] Introduction to forensic price tracking tools for procurement-level shopping[00:08:00] CamelCamelCamel, Keepa, and Honey: free tools that reveal true pricing history[00:09:00] Malwarebytes 2025 holiday scam report: three attack vectors targeting professionals[00:10:00] Scam #1: urgent delivery smishing attacks exploiting package expectations[00:11:00] Scam #2: malvertising minefield—when legitimate ads redirect to cloned fraud sites[00:12:00] Scam #3: gift card emergency scams posing as court clerks and government officials[00:13:00] Bonus threat: social media marketplace fraud and payment protection gaps[00:14:00] The mandatory four-point protocol for holiday shopping protection[00:15:00] Final thoughts: applying contract-reading diligence to every link you click Resources Hardware Mentioned in the Conversation Business-class Lenovo laptops: https://www.lenovo.com/businessHP commercial-grade hardware: https://www.hp.com/businessDell professional series: https://www.dell.com/businessApple MacBook Pro: https://www.apple.com/macbook-pro/ Software & Cloud Services Mentioned in the Conversation CamelCamelCamel (Amazon price tracker): https://camelcamelcamel.comKeepa (Amazon price history browser extension): https://keepa.comHoney (price tracking & coupon tool): https://www.joinhoney.comPrisync (enterprise pricing solution): https://www.prisync.comPrice2Spy (enterprise pricing intelligence): https://www.price2spy.comMalwarebytes (security software): https://www.malwarebytes.com
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    16 min
  • 📻 BONUS/SHOUT OUT/REPOST: Your The Tech-Savvy Lawyer.Page Blogger/Podcaster Appears on Law Practice Today Podcast With Terrell Turner To Discuss Essential Tips for Managing Trust Accounts in Small and Solo Law Firms!

    📻 BONUS/SHOUT OUT/REPOST: Your The Tech-Savvy Lawyer.Page Blogger/Podcaster Appears on Law Practice Today Podcast With Terrell Turner To Discuss Essential Tips for Managing Trust Accounts in Small and Solo Law Firms!
    Dec 2 2025

    🙏 Special Thanks to Terrell Turner and the ABA for having me on the Law Practice Today Podcast, produced by the Law Practice Division of the American Bar Association. We have an important discussion on trust account management. We cover essential insights on managing trust accounts using online services. This episode has been edited for time, but no information was altered. We are grateful to the ABA and the Law Practice Today Podcast for allowing us to share this valuable conversation with our audience.

    🎯 Join Terrell and me as we discuss the following three questions and more!

    1. What precautions should lawyers using online services to manage trust accounts be aware of?
    2. How can solo and small firm attorneys find competent bookkeepers who understand legal trust accounting?
    3. What security measures should attorneys implement when using online payment processors for client funds?

    ⏱️ In our conversation, we cover the following:

    00:00 – Introduction & Preview: Trust Accounts in the Digital Age

    01:00 – Welcome to the Law Practice Today Podcast

    01:30 – Today's Topic: Online Services for Payments

    02:00 – Guest Introduction: Michael D.J. Eisenberg's Background

    03:00 – Michael's Experience with Trust Accounts

    04:00 – Challenges for Solo and Small Practitioners

    05:00 – Ensuring Security in Online Services

    06:00 – Questions to Ask Online Payment Providers

    07:00 – Password Security & Two-Factor Authentication

    08:00 – Finding a Competent Legal Bookkeeper

    09:00 – Why 8AM Law Pay Works for Attorneys

    10:00 – Daily Monitoring of Trust Accounts

    11:00 – FDIC Insurance & Silicon Valley Bank Lessons

    13:00 – Researching Trust Account Best Practices

    15:00 – Closing Remarks & Podcast Information

    📚 Resources

    🔗 Connect with Terrell

    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrellturner/

    🌐 Website: https://www.tlturnergroup.com/

    🎙️ Law Practice Today Podcast – https://lawpracticetoday.buzzsprout.com

    📰 Mentioned in the Episode

    • ABA Model Rule 1.5 – Maintaining client property separate from your own
    • ABA Model Rule 1.1 Comment 8 – Technology competence requirement for attorneys
    • ABA TECHSHOW 2026 – March 25-28, 2026 in Chicago, IL – https://www.techshow.com
    • Law Practice Today Article by Michael D.J. Eisenberg (May 15, 2025): "What Precautions Should Lawyers Using Online Services to Manage Trust Accounts Be Aware Of?" - https://www.americanbar.org/groups/law_practice/resources/law-practice-today/2025/may-2025/what-precautions-should-lawyers-using-online-services-to-manage-trust-accounts-be-aware-of/

    💻 Software & Cloud Services Mentioned in the Conversation

    • 8AM Law Pay – Legal payment processing designed for trust account compliance – https://www.8am.com/lawpay/
    • 1Password – Password manager for generating and syncing complex passwords – https://1password.com/
    • LastPass – Mentioned as a password manager with noted security concerns – https://www.lastpass.com/
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    16 min
  • 🎙️🎁 TSL Labs Bonus: The Ultimate 2025 Tech Gift Guide for Attorneys — Expert-Curated Gadgets, AI Tools, and Must-Have Devices Every Lawyer Needs!

    🎙️🎁 TSL Labs Bonus: The Ultimate 2025 Tech Gift Guide for Attorneys — Expert-Curated Gadgets, AI Tools, and Must-Have Devices Every Lawyer Needs!
    Nov 28 2025
    🎯 In this TSL Labs Bonus episode, we are experimenting with Google's Notebook LLM to do a "Deep Dive" on our November 24th editorial on the ultimate 2025 tech gift guide for attorneys. We use this AI-powered conversation to unpack the key themes, ethical challenges, and actionable recommendations. Whether you're a solo practitioner, big law associate, or tech-curious partner, this episode delivers expert-curated insights on gadgets, AI tools, and must-have devices that support technological competence as a professional obligation. If you're a busy legal professional seeking practical tech recommendations that enhance daily practice rather than collect digital dust, join us for this insightful conversation that explores how the right technology investments can improve your practice, safeguard your clients, and help prevent unnecessary bar complaints. 🤔 Join Google AI Deep Dive as they discuss the following three questions and more! What are the essential low-cost tech gifts under $25 that can make an immediate impact on an attorney's practice, and why do items like cables and tracking devices matter for professional competence? Which professional-grade tools under $100 deliver the best value for attorneys seeking to fulfill their ethical duty to work smarter and faster through AI integration and productivity enhancements? Why should premium technology investments over $100—including physical infrastructure like ergonomic chairs—be considered essential to an attorney's professional obligation to their clients? In our conversation, we cover the following: [00:00:00] — Episode introduction and TSL Labs Bonus overview [00:01:00] — Navigating the perfect tech gift for attorneys: unique needs like security, portability, focus, and raw power [00:02:00] — The three seismic forces driving tech choices: AI integration, cloud-based practice management, and heightened ethical duties [00:03:00] — Target audience: solo practitioners, big law associates, and tech-curious partners who need technology that lasts [00:04:00] — Essential low-cost gifts under $25: OWC Thunderbolt 4 USB-C cable and Apple AirTag for security and reliability [00:05:00] — Productivity essentials: Logitech Pebble M350 silent mouse and Anker 7-in-1 USB-C Hub for presentations [00:06:00] — AI tools for "forced competence": ChatGPT Plus one-month subscription as a low-risk nudge toward AI exploration [00:07:00] — Professional grade tools under $100: Apple Pencil (1st Gen) for document annotation and Logitech MX Keys Mini keyboard [00:08:00] — Focus and noise cancellation: Soundcore Space One headphones with 40+ hours battery life [00:09:00] — Precision document navigation: Logitech MX Master 3S mouse with horizontal scrolling for wide documents [00:10:00] — Premium mobile computing sweet spots: iPad Air with M3 chip ($599) and MacBook Air M4 ($999) [00:11:00] — Physical infrastructure as health technology: Herman Miller Aeron chair ($1,351) for sustained high-quality work [00:12:00] — Ultra-wide monitor benefits: LG 34" 5K 2K ($315) for seamless document comparison and reduced cognitive strain [00:13:00] — Virtual practice essentials: Logitech Brio 4K webcam ($160) and Samsung T7 SSD ($109) for secure data management [00:14:00] — The ultimate organizational hub: CalDigit TS3 Plus dock ($280) with 15 ports for cable clutter elimination [00:15:00] — Strategic gift-giving advice: Understanding ecosystem (Apple, Windows, Android) and workflow considerations 📚 Resources 🖥️ Hardware Mentioned in the Conversation Under $25: OWC Thunderbolt 4 USB-C Cable (~$19.99) — Universal cable supporting 40Gb/s data, 100W power delivery, up to 8K video —(https://www.owc.com)Apple AirTag (Single Pack) ($24) — Bluetooth tracking device using Find My network —(https://www.apple.com/airtag)Logitech Pebble M350 Wireless Mouse (~$19.99) — Silent click, 90% noise reduction, 18-month battery — (https://www.logitech.com)Anker 341 USB-C Hub (7-in-1) (~$19.99) — HDMI 4K@30Hz, USB ports, SD card slots — https://www.anker.com)ORICLE 65W USB Travel Power Strip — Flat plug, 4-foot cord, 7-in-1 hub for travel —(https://oricotechs.com) Under $100: Apple Pencil (1st Generation) ($99) — Pressure and tilt sensitive stylus for iPad annotation —(https://www.apple.com/shop/product/myqw3am/a/apple-pencil-1st-generation)Logitech MX Keys Mini Keyboard (~$99.99) — Compact wireless keyboard, connects to 3 devices simultaneously — (https://www.logitech.com)Soundcore Space One Noise-Canceling Headphones ($69.99) — Adaptive ANC reducing up to 98% noise, 40+ hours battery — [soundcore.com](https://www.soundcore.com)Logitech MX Master 3S Mouse (~$99) — Silent clicks, horizontal scroll wheel, 8000 DPI sensor —(https://www.logitech.com)Apple AirTag (4-Pack) (~$64-99 during sales from resellers) — Bulk tracking solution for multiple devices/bags — https://www.apple.com/airtag/?afid=p240%7Cgo~cmp-21634151991~adg-...
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    17 min
  • 🎙️Ep.# 125: Transforming Your Law Practice: Allison Johs on Legal Tech Productivity, AI Ethics & Automation Strategies!

    🎙️Ep.# 125: Transforming Your Law Practice: Allison Johs on Legal Tech Productivity, AI Ethics & Automation Strategies!
    Nov 25 2025
    My next guest is Allison Johs, former Chair of the ABA Legal Technology Resource Center and founder of Legal Ease Consulting. 🎯 Allison has spent nearly two decades helping law firms prevent "lawyer meltdown" by guiding them through digital transformation, boosting productivity, and providing practical tech solutions for modern legal professionals. With 15 years of practicing law and experience growing a firm from 15 to over 50 attorneys, Allison brings real-world expertise to the challenges lawyers face when balancing technology adoption with successful client service. Join Allison Johs and me as we discuss the following three questions and more! 🤔 What are the top three foundational mistakes lawyers make when implementing new legal technology, and how can solo and small firms avoid these pitfalls to ensure their technology investments actually improve their practice rather than just create additional complexity?What are your top three recommendations for lawyers who want to responsibly integrate AI into their practice while maintaining ethical compliance and ensuring client confidentiality?What are the top three technology-driven strategies lawyers can implement immediately to automate routine tasks and reclaim billable hours? In our conversation, we cover the following: ⏱️ [00:00:00] – Episode introduction and guest welcome[00:01:00] – Allison's current tech setup: Dell laptop, HP all-in-one desktop, Logitech Brio webcam, Microsoft 365[00:02:00] – Discussion of portable monitors (INNOCN) and dual-screen productivity setups[00:03:00] – Document scanning workflow with ScanSnap scanner and going paperless[00:04:00] – OCR considerations for different practice areas, Adobe Acrobat for occasional OCR needs[00:05:00] – Mistake #1: Not considering roles of all people who will use the technology in the firm[00:06:00] – Including staff input during technology selection and implementation[00:07:00] – Coaching resistant employees through technology adoption[00:08:00] – Addressing legitimate objections vs. fear of change; demonstrating value to staff[00:09:00] – Mistake #2: Not checking how new technology integrates with existing systems[00:10:00] – Hidden costs of technology transitions: running parallel systems for 6-8 months[00:11:00] – Budgeting for duplicate CRM/LPM subscriptions during migration[00:12:00] – Mistake #3: Failing to appropriately invest in ongoing training[00:13:00] – Training new hires and keeping up with subscription software updates[00:14:00] – AI Recommendation #1: Thoroughly investigate how AI tools handle data, security, and training[00:15:00] – AI Recommendation #2: Setting and strictly enforcing AI usage policies; mandatory human review[00:16:00] – The importance of reviewing AI outputs—lawyers should know precedents in their practice area[00:17:00] – AI Recommendation #3: Start with non-client-facing AI work (internal processes, marketing, financials)[00:18:00] – Ethical considerations: using AI on published court decisions for legal analysis[00:19:00] – Using AI to find contrary precedents and distinguishing cases[00:20:00] – Duty to supervise: real-world consequences when AI use goes wrong[00:21:00] – Automation Strategy #1: Appointment booking tools (Calendly, Microsoft Bookings)[00:22:00] – Automation Strategy #2: Templates, document assembly, AI chatbots for client intake[00:23:00] – Automation Strategy #3: Automated time tracking and AI-powered billing review[00:23:30] – Text Expander discussion: saving 2-5 hours weekly on repetitive typing[00:24:00] – Allison's top automation tools: Calendly, Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Bookings[00:25:00] – Discovering hidden features in Microsoft 365 (Ben Schorr webinar reference)[00:26:00] – Using AI for travel planning: Google AI for trip itineraries, Perplexity AI for route optimization[00:27:00] – Maximizing productivity during travel and conference attendance[00:28:00] – Where to find Allison: websites, social media, and YouTube channel Resources 📚 Connect with Allison Johs: 🌐 Website: LawyerMeltdown.com📝 Blog: LegalEaseConsulting.com📧 Email: Allison@LegalEaseConsulting.com📞 Phone: 631-642-0221💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/allisoncjohslegalease📺 YouTube: Legal Ease Consulting, Inc. Mentioned in the Episode: 📖 ABA Legal Technology Resource Center – americanbar.org/groups/departments_offices/legal_technology_resources📖 How to Do More in Less Time (2nd Edition, 2023) – ABA Law Practice Division book co-authored by Allison Johs - https://www.amazon.com/How-More-Less-Time-Productivity/dp/1639052283📖 Make LinkedIn Work for You: A Practical Handbook for Lawyers and Other Legal Professionals – Co-authored with Dennis Kennedy - https://www.amazon.com/Make-LinkedIn-Work-You-Professionals/dp/1734076321👤 Ben Schorr – Microsoft 365 expert, now with Affinity Consulting Group - https://www.affinityconsulting.com/team/ben-m-schorr/...
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    29 min
  • 🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: The Hidden AI Crisis in Legal Practice: Why Lawyers Must Unmask Embedded Intelligence Before It's Too Late!

    🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: The Hidden AI Crisis in Legal Practice: Why Lawyers Must Unmask Embedded Intelligence Before It's Too Late!
    Nov 21 2025
    📌 Too Busy to Read This Week's Editorial? Join us for a professional deep dive into essential tech strategies for AI compliance in your legal practice. 🎙️ This AI-powered discussion unpacks the November 17, 2025, editorial, MTC: The Hidden AI Crisis in Legal Practice: Why Lawyers Must Unmask Embedded Intelligence Before It's Too Late! with actionable intelligence on hidden AI detection, confidentiality protocols, ethics compliance frameworks, and risk mitigation strategies. Artificial intelligence has been silently operating inside your most trusted legal software for years, and under ABA Formal Opinion 512, you bear full responsibility for all AI use, whether you knowingly activated it or it came as a default software update. The conversation makes complex technical concepts accessible to lawyers with varying levels of tech expertise—from tech-hesitant solo practitioners to advanced users—so you'll walk away with immediate, actionable steps to protect your practice, your clients, and your professional reputation. In Our Conversation, We Cover the Following 00:00:00 - Introduction: Overview of TSL Labs initiative and the AI-generated discussion format 00:01:00 - The Silent Compliance Crisis: How AI has been operating invisibly in your software for years 00:02:00 - Core Conflict: Understanding why helpful tools simultaneously create ethical threats to attorney-client privilege 00:03:00 - Document Creation Vulnerabilities: Microsoft Word Co-pilot and Grammarly's hidden data processing 00:04:00 - Communication Tools Risks: Zoom AI Companion and the cautionary Otter.ai incident 00:05:00 - Research Platform Dangers: Westlaw and Lexis+ AI hallucination rates between 17-33% 00:06:00 - ABA Formal Opinion 512: Full lawyer responsibility for AI use regardless of awareness 00:07:00 - Model Rule 1.6 Analysis: Confidentiality breaches through third-party AI systems 00:08:00 - Model Rule 5.3 Requirements: Supervising AI tools with the same diligence as human assistants 00:09:00 - Five-Step Compliance Framework: Technology audits and vendor agreement evaluation 00:10:00 - Firm Policies and Client Consent: Establishing protocols and securing informed consent 00:11:00 - The Verification Imperative: Lessons from the Mata v. Avianca sanctions case 00:12:00 - Billing Considerations: Navigating hourly versus value-based fee models with AI 00:13:00 - Professional Development: Why tool learning time is non-billable competence maintenance 00:14:00 - Ongoing Compliance: The necessity of quarterly reviews as platforms rapidly evolve 00:15:00 - Closing Remarks: Resources and call to action for tech-savvy innovation Resources Mentioned in the Episode ABA Formal Opinion 512 (July 29, 2024): Ethical guidance on generative artificial intelligence tools - https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/professional_responsibility/ethics-opinions/aba-formal-opinion-512.pdfModel Rule 1.1 (Competence) - Understanding benefits and risks of relevant technology - https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/publications/model_rules_of_professional_conduct/rule_1_8_current_clients_specific_rules/Model Rule 1.6 (Confidentiality) - Preventing unauthorized disclosure of client information - https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/publications/model_rules_of_professional_conduct/rule_1_6_confidentiality_of_information/Model Rule 5.3 (Supervision) - Supervising non-human assistance including AI - https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/publications/model_rules_of_professional_conduct/rule_5_3_responsibilities_regarding_nonlawyer_assistant/Model Rule 1.4 (Communication) - Informing clients about AI use and obtaining consent - https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/publications/model_rules_of_professional_conduct/rule_1_4_communications/Mata v. Avianca Case - Landmark sanctions case involving AI-generated fabricated citations - https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/new-york/nysdce/1:2022cv01461/575368/54/Stanford Research - Documented AI hallucination rates between 17-33% in legal tools - https://dho.stanford.edu/wp-content/uploads/Legal_RAG_Hallucinations.pdf Software & Cloud Services Mentioned in the Conversation Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant - Automatic document analysis and summarization tool - https://www.adobe.com/acrobat.htmlClio - Legal practice management platform with AI features - https://www.clio.comGoogle Notebook AI - AI discussion generation tool used to create this episode - https://notebooklm.google.comGrammarly - AI writing assistant analyzing email and document content - https://www.grammarly.comLexis+ AI - AI-enhanced legal research platform - https://www.lexisnexis.comMicrosoft Word Co-pilot - AI-powered writing assistant with substantive editing capabilities - https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/wordOtter.ai - AI meeting assistant and transcription service - https://otter.aiSmokeball - ...
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    16 min
  • 🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: 🚨‼️ Emergency BOLO! 🚨‼️ Lawyers on the Go: Essential Tech Strategies for Air Travel During the Government Shutdown ✈️

    🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: 🚨‼️ Emergency BOLO! 🚨‼️ Lawyers on the Go: Essential Tech Strategies for Air Travel During the Government Shutdown ✈️
    Nov 14 2025
    📌 Too Busy to Read This Week's Editorial? Join us for an emergency professional deep dive into essential tech strategies for air travel during government shutdowns and travel disruptions. 🛫 This AI-powered roundtable unpacks Michael D.J. Eisenberg's critical editorial with actionable intelligence on real-time flight tracking, data security protocols, connectivity redundancy, and power management. Whether you're a legal professional navigating travel chaos or anyone managing disruptions during system-wide stress, discover how to transform from reactive scrambling to proactive control—turning travel crises into manageable projects you command. Learn the five professional-grade rules that separate those who navigate disruptions from those who get derailed. In our conversation, we cover the following: 00:00:00 – Introduction: Welcome to Tech Savvy Lawyer Labs Emergency BOLO00:01:00 – Travel Chaos as the New Normal: System Volatility & Professional Vulnerability00:02:00 – Flight Schedule Control: The Illusion & Reality of Travel Disruptions00:02:00 – Extreme Volatility in Air Travel: Cascading Flight Cancellations & Customer Service Chaos00:02:00 – Real-Time Flight Tracking Strategy: Flightradar24 & FlightAware Intelligence Systems00:02:00 – Backup Flight Monitoring: Multi-Carrier Surveillance Strategy (Delta, United, American)00:03:00 – Proactive Intelligence vs. Reactive Response: One-Hour Lead Time Advantage00:03:00 – Early Rebooking Strategy: First and Second Choice Flight Selection00:03:00 – Trusted Traveler Programs: TSA PreCheck & Time Investment ROI00:03:00 – TSA PreCheck Value: $78 for Five Years & Security Line Efficiency00:03:00 – Global Entry: $100 for Five Years with International Customs Acceleration00:04:00 – Trusted Traveler Planning: Background Checks, Interviews & Months-Ahead Application00:04:00 – Public WiFi Malpractice Alert: Data Security & Vulnerability Assessment00:04:00 – Personal Mobile Hotspot: Cellular Encryption Over Public Networks00:05:00 – Dual Carrier Coverage: eSIM Technology & Connectivity Insurance00:05:00 – Dual SIM Implementation: T-Mobile & Verizon Redundancy Strategy Without Two Phones00:05:00 – eSIM Digital Technology: Two Active Lines on One Device00:05:00 – Prepaid Data Plan Strategy: Coffee-Price Monthly Cost for Connectivity Backup00:06:00 – VPN Non-Negotiables: Encrypted Tunnel & Automatic Connection Protocol00:06:00 – VPN Automatic Startup: Device Initialization & All-Device Coverage (Phone, Tablet, Laptop)00:06:00 – International Travel Security: VPN Encryption & Surveillance Protection00:07:00 – TSA-Approved Power Banks: 100 Watt-Hour Specifications & 27,000 mAh Ceiling00:07:00 – Laptop Charging: 100-Watt USB-C Power Bank Requirements (MacBook Pro)00:07:00 – Multi-Device Charging: Simultaneous Laptop, Phone & Tablet Power Delivery00:07:00 – Smart Power Display: Charging Speed Monitoring & Juice Rationing00:07:00 – Surge Protector Safety: Airport Outlet Protection & Device Insurance00:08:00 – Airport Lounges: Priority Pass Access & Productivity Sanctuaries (1,300+ Worldwide)00:08:00 – Travel Credit Card Benefits: Complimentary Lounge Visits Strategy00:08:00 – Conference Call Chaos: Professional Communication Environment Solutions00:08:00 – Noise-Canceling Headphones: Sony XM5 & Bose QuietComfort Professional Focus00:08:00 – Battery Life Requirements: 30-40 Hour Endurance for Extended Delays00:09:00 – Offline Access Mandate: Pre-Departure Critical File Downloads00:09:00 – Six-Hour Offline Capability: Zero-Connectivity Work Strategy00:09:00 – Adobe Scan App: OCR Technology & Mobile Document Management00:10:00 – Adobe Ecosystem Syncing: Cross-Device Workflow & E-Signature Integration00:10:00 – Apple Ecosystem Continuity: iPhone, iPad & MacBook Seamless Integration00:10:00 – FileVault Encryption & Face ID: Built-In Security Non-Negotiables00:11:00 – Five Professional-Grade Rules: Pre-Travel Checklist & Crisis Preparation00:11:00 – Rule One: Full Device Charge Before Departure00:11:00 – Rule Two: Offline Maps & Critical Files Downloaded Locally00:11:00 – Rule Three: Screenshot Everything (Boarding Passes, Hotel, Car Rental)00:11:00 – Rule Four: Distributed Charger Storage Across Multiple Bags for Backup Power00:11:00 – Rule Five: Share Itinerary with Emergency Contact00:11:00 – Post-Crisis Integration: Permanent Daily Workflow Implementation00:11:00 – The Bigger Question: Crisis Tools as Permanent Professional Standards00:12:00 – Transition to AI Ethics Discussion: Hidden AI Crisis in Legal Practice Teaser00:14:00 – Conclusion: Tech Savvy Lawyer Labs Roundtable Summary & Resources Resources 📚 Mentioned in the episode: Global Entry (CBP Trusted Traveler Program): https://www.cbp.gov/travel/global-entryTSA PreCheck (Trusted Traveler Program): https://www.tsa.gov/precheck Hardware mentioned in the conversation: Bose QuietComfort Noise-Canceling Headphones: https:/...
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    13 min
  • 🎙️ Ep. # 124: AI Governance Expert Nikki Mehrpoo Shares the Triple E Protocol for Implementing Responsible AI and Legal Practice While Maintaining Ethical Compliance and Protecting Client Data.

    🎙️ Ep. # 124: AI Governance Expert Nikki Mehrpoo Shares the Triple E Protocol for Implementing Responsible AI and Legal Practice While Maintaining Ethical Compliance and Protecting Client Data.
    Nov 12 2025
    My next guest is Nikki Mehrpoo. She is a nationally recognized leader in AI governance for law practices, known for her practical, ethical, and innovation-focused strategies. Today, she details her Triple-E Protocol and shares key steps for safely leveraging AI in legal work. Join Nikki Mehrpoo and me as we discuss the following three questions and more! Based on your pioneering work with "Govern Before You Automate," what are the top three foundational steps every lawyer should take to implement AI responsibly, and what are the top three mistakes lawyers make with AI?What are your top three tips or tricks when using AI in your work?When assessing the next AI platform from a service provider, what are the top three questions lawyers should be asking? In our conversation, we cover the following: 00:00:00 – Welcome and guest's background 🌟00:01:00 – Current tech setup and cloud-based workflows ☁️00:02:00 – Privacy and IP management, not client confidentiality 🔐00:03:00 – Document deduplication with Effingo 📄00:04:00 – Hardware: HP Omni Book 7 Laptop, HP monitors, iPhone 💻📱00:05:00 – Efficiency tools: Text Expander, personal workflow shortcuts ⌨️00:06:00 – Balancing technology innovation and risk management ⚖️00:07:00 – Adapting to change, ongoing legal tech education 🧑‍💻00:08:00 – Triple-E Framework: Educate, Empower, Elevate 🚀00:09:00 – Governance, supervision duties, policy setting 🛡️00:10:00 – Human verification as a standard for all legal AI output 🧑‍⚖️00:12:00 – Real-world examples: AI hallucinations, bias, and due diligence ⚠️00:13:00 – IT vs. AI expertise, communicating across teams 🛠️00:14:00 – Chief AI Governance Officer, governance in legal innovation 🏛️00:15:00 – Global compliance, EU AI Act, international standards 🌐00:16:00 – Hidden AI in legacy software, policy gaps 🔎00:17:00 – Education as continuous legal responsibility 📚00:18:00 – Better results through prompt engineering 🔤00:19:00 – Verify, verify, verify: never trust without review ✔️00:20:00 – ABA Formal Opinion 512: standards for responsible legal AI 📜00:21:00 – Nikki's Triple-E Protocol, governance best practices 📊00:22:00 – Data origin, bias, and auditability in legal AI systems 🧩00:23:00 – Frameworks for "govern before you automate" in legal workflows 🔒00:24:00 – Importance of internal hosting and zero retention policies 🏢00:25:00 – Maintaining confidentiality with third-party AI and HIPAA compliance 🤫00:26:00 – Where to find Nikki and connect 🌐 Resources Connect with Nikki Mehrpoo Email: Nikki@MedLegalProfessor.AIWebsite: https://governbeforeyouautomate.aiSecondary Site: https://igoverai.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nikkimehrpoo Mentioned in the episode ABA Formal Opinion 512: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/publications/model_rules_of_professional_conduct/EU AI Act: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/regulatory-framework-aiGoHighLevel: https://blog.gohighlevel.com/highlevel-101-everything-you-need-to-know/Triple-E AI Governance Protocol: https://igoverai.com Hardware mentioned in the conversation HP External Monitors: https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/vp/displaysHP Omni Book 7 Laptop: https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/vp/Hp_Omnibook_7_SeriesiPhone: https://www.apple.com/iphone/ Software & Cloud Services mentioned in the conversation GoHighLevel: https://gohighlevel.comGamma: https://gamma.appEffingo: https://effingotech.com/Text Expander: https://textexpander.comPixart: https://pixart.ai
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    30 min
  • 🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: Deepfakes, Deception, and Professional Duty - What the North Bethesda AI Incident Teaches Lawyers About Ethics in the Digital Age 🧠⚖️

    🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: Deepfakes, Deception, and Professional Duty - What the North Bethesda AI Incident Teaches Lawyers About Ethics in the Digital Age 🧠⚖️
    Oct 31 2025
    📌 To Busy to Read This Week's Editorial? Join us for an AI-powered deep dive into the ethical challenges facing legal professionals in the age of generative AI. 🤖 This episode explores the real-world story that sparked critical questions about professional responsibility: a North Bethesda prank that went wrong and became a legal cautionary tale. We unpack the implications of AI-generated deepfakes for evidence authentication, client confidentiality, and the fundamental duty lawyers owe to the court. Whether you're navigating emerging tech in your practice or learning how to protect yourself from costly bar complaints, this conversation provides actionable insights into ABA Model Rules 1.1, 3.3, and 8.4. 📋 What You'll Learn: ✅ The technology competence imperative for modern attorneys ✅ How deepfake detection connects to ethical obligations ✅ The clash between client confidentiality (Rule 1.6) and candor to the tribunal (Rule 3.3) ✅ Five practical safeguards to implement immediately ✅ Why the "liar's dividend" threatens judicial integrity ⏱️ In Our Conversation, We Cover the Following: [00:00:00 – 00:01:00] Welcome & episode overview—exploring generative AI and legal responsibility in the digital age 📱 [00:01:00 – 00:03:00] The North Bethesda deepfake incident—a 27-year-old woman's prank turns into criminal charges when her AI-generated photo triggers an emergency response 🚨 [00:03:00 – 00:04:00] The technology competence imperative—ABA Model Rule 1.1 and the 2012 amendment requiring lawyers to understand AI risks 📚 [00:04:00 – 00:05:00] The extent of adoption—31+ states have adopted or adapted tech competence language; it's no longer optional 📍 [00:05:00 – 00:06:00] Three core competencies lawyers need: How AI content is made, detection methods, and proper authentication practices 🔍 [00:06:00 – 00:07:00] Rule 3.3 in the AI era—candor toward the tribunal when evidence authenticity is questioned 🏛️ [00:07:00 – 00:08:00] The liar's dividend phenomenon—how deepfakes undermine trust in all evidence, even genuine materials 🎭 [00:08:00 – 00:09:00] Defending authentic evidence—proactive authentication, metadata, and chain of custody documentation 📊 [00:09:00 – 00:10:00] Rule 8.4 and the ethical precipice—the line between negligence and fraud when submitting unverified digital evidence ⚠️ [00:10:00 – 00:11:00] The Rule 1.6 vs. Rule 3.3 conflict—when client confidentiality must yield to candor with the court 🤝 [00:11:00 – 00:12:00] Disclosure obligations—lawyers must reveal false evidence, even if provided by their own client 📢 [00:12:00 – 00:13:00] Safeguard #1: Invest in education—CLE courses, Florida's three-hour tech requirement, and continuous learning 🎓 [00:12:00 – 00:13:00] Safeguard #2: Establish verification protocols—documentation, metadata demands, and forensic expert consultation 🔐 [00:13:00 – 00:14:00] Safeguard #3: Disclose limitations transparently—admitting gaps in expertise and using Rule 1.1 to bring in qualified co-counsel 👥 [00:14:00 – 00:15:00] Safeguards #4 & #5: Update client agreements and stay alert to evolving guidance from bar associations 📝 [00:14:00 – 00:15:00] The bigger question—what's the long-term cost to justice when digital evidence authenticity is perpetually questioned? 🔮 📚 Resources Connect with Michael D.J. Eisenberg 🌐 Website: https://www.thetechsavvylawyer.com 📧 Email: MichaelDJ@TheTechSavvyLawyer.Page 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldjeisenberg/ 📱 Podcast: https://www.thetechsavvylawyer.page/podcast Mentioned in the Episode 🔹 ABA Model Rule 1.1 – Competence requirement (amended 2012) 🔹 ABA Model Rule 3.3 – Candor toward the tribunal 🔹 ABA Model Rule 8.4 – Misconduct (dishonesty, fraud, deceit, misrepresentation) 🔹 ABA Model Rule 1.6 – Confidentiality of information 🔹 North Bethesda, Maryland Deepfake Incident – October 2025 case study 🔹 Florida CLE Mandate – Three hours of technology-focused continuing legal education every three years 🔹 40 States, D.C. & P.R. – Jurisdictions that have adopted ABA Model Rule 1.1 technology competence language
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    16 min