SkillBurst Interactive, the world’s premier leader in digital learning for law firms and their clients, is proud to announce the release of the 20th and final eLearning module in its highly acclaimed series, Generative AI Fundamentals for Law Firms. This significant milestone arrives as the American Bar Association introduces Formal Opinion 512, reinforcing the ethical requirement for US lawyers to “keep up” with generative AI technologies.

On-demand training can be an efficient and cost-effective way of meeting recurring compliance training requirements - if the training is effective and is more than a check-the-box exercise. What should you look for in on-demand training? Here are 12 questions to consider to choose the solution that’s right for you.

Training is an ongoing necessity for lawyers, encompassing CLE/CPD requirements, state and local ordinances, and updates in laws and regulations - and training these highly intelligent professionals can be difficult for many law firms. But why? And how can firms address these challenges?

Law firms have always found it challenging to deliver value-added professional development for lawyers that they actually use.

Since our inception, SkillBurst has worked to solve the first issue by developing digital legal professional development courses that deliver brief, interactive training modules law firms can seamlessly customize to fit their needs.

And now, we’re streamlining the process of deciding what courses to offer or take (and in what order).

As summer associate season gears up and a new class of first-year associates prepares to enter law firm life in the fall, legal professional development is more important than ever, and it’s time to start thinking about how to set these young lawyers up for success, for their individual practices and as part of the larger firm.

Last week, our Senior Director of Innovation Sam Moore had the privilege of attending Legal Innovators California and chairing the dynamic panel “Harnessing the Power of Generative AI in Legal Practice.”

When he debriefed with colleagues and fellow attendees Anusia Gillespie and Ian Gillespie post-conference, they all noticed a common theme: junior associates need “future skills,” and they need them now.

So, how can law firms address this need?

No one knows about the importance of completing compliance training (such as anti-harassment training) better than lawyers. And while it’s technically sufficient to simply take a course and “check the box,” lawyers can spot generic training a mile away - and they don’t appreciate having their time wasted. So, what can you do to ensure your training meets the firm’s compliance needs and keeps your lawyers engaged?

In today's evolving compliance landscape, training is not just a box to check – it’s a key component of mitigating risk and fostering a culture built on respect and inclusivity. But the traditional approach of static, one-size-fits-all compliance training is becoming increasingly outdated. How can you stay ahead of the curve?

Congratulations on investing in SkillBurst's digital learning courses for your law firm! You've made a strategic move toward empowering your lawyers and business professionals with cutting-edge training. But now comes the crucial step: getting everyone on board and engaged.

Large law firms across the United States aspire to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The CEI evaluates firms (and other large businesses) on a variety of criteria that demonstrate their commitment to be a corporate ally for LGBTQ+ inclusion. More than 842 large law firms and other businesses were recognized in the December 2023 CEI rankings.

How can firms meet the HRC’s training requirements?

The creation and subsequent launch of a new digital learning series or training program involves more than a simple checklist of tasks; it requires orchestrating and interacting with a symphony of stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) across a range of departments – each with their own objectives and expectations for the project. This blog post delves into some of the best practices drawn from our extensive experience collaborating with law firms and their clients on launching digital learning initiatives.

As the July 1, 2024, deadline for California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Bill (CA SB 553) approaches, law firms must ensure their personnel are equipped with effective and comprehensive training. This post shares seven key factors to consider when selecting a training program that not only meets the new mandate but also aligns with your firm’s needs:

Generative AI (“gen AI”) dominated public discourse in 2023, and so far, 2024 is little different. Public-facing tools such as ChatGPT have captured imaginations and headlines around the world, and while much attention in the legal world has been focused on large law firms and their pioneering efforts, tremendous potential for change lies within in-house legal teams as well. Legal Technology Hub (LTH), hosted by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati in San Francisco, convened a dedicated session for the in-house community to delve into the implications of this technology.

Over 100 legal professionals gathered at Nixon Peabody’s Boston offices to hear how four highly accomplished Chief Marketing Officers stay ahead in the fast-changing field of legal marketing and business development – leaping to success. The panel brought together Danielle Page of Nixon Peabody, Carolyn Manning of Mintz, Jeffrey Berardi of Arnold & Portner, and Nancy Kostakos of Cooley. Here are the key takeaways.

The successful implementation of AI requires more than just cutting-edge technology; it demands a workforce equipped with the knowledge and skills to leverage these tools effectively. Here, we explore three best practices for law firms to integrate education seamlessly into their strategic AI planning.

Developed in collaboration with the founding consortium of law firms, SkillBurst Interactive’s Generative AI Fundamentals for Law Firms training series now boasts a substantial and expanding collection of on-demand courses designed for law firms and has crossed the milestone of subscription access for over 50,000 learners around the world.

Major law firms form consortium to develop generative AI training through SkillBurst Interactive; subscription access available to other firms.

As generative artificial intelligence tools rapidly evolve, professional development leaders are instrumental in preparing law firms for the paradigm shifts ahead and should consider three strategies to help empower legal talent with the skills required to succeed in an increasingly complex technological landscape.