Top Accounting Software Solutions for Law Firms in 2025
In the start of a new year using the right tools, especially in the legal industry sets the tone for success, as efficiency and compliance is non-negotiable.
As 2025 start, legal firms face many pressures ensuring streamlined operations, compliance and managing their finances effectively.
Choosing the right software isn't just a...
10 Off-the-Shelf AI Tools Law Firms Can Use to Boost Efficiency
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just for tech-savvy industries; it's a powerful tool that can greatly enhance the efficiency of law firms too. The best part? You don't need to create custom applications from scratch. There are plenty of off-the-shelf AI tools designed for general business use that can...
Cybercriminals take aim at South Africa
Throughout the year, South Africa’s public sector experienced several cyberattacks that rendered many state entities’ critical infrastructure unusable for long periods.
The year kicked off with a bang, with Orange Cyberdefense senior security researcher Wicus Ross telling MyBroadband that South Africa’s cyber extortion victim count increased by 107% from Q2 2023...
The Best Tech Products and Services of 2024
Our expert-curated list of the very best technology we've tested across 16 key categories this year doubles as your ultimate holiday shopping list.
Hands-on, lab-tested reviews are at the heart of all that we do here at PCMag, and we've been doing it for more than than four decades. Our...
Digital disruption, bond switching to make a big impact on home...
Changing dynamics in the South African home loan market, shifting consumer behaviours, and strides in digital transformation will push the industry into new territory in the coming year, says Grant Phillips, Group CEO of e4.
The economic environment up to now has certainly not been easy. The artificially low interest...
Fraud trends indicate South Africa needs a proactive approach to turn...
Systemic vulnerabilities, cybercrime and social engineering add to pressures on institutions, businesses and the economy
Fraud in South Africa is on the rise with no signs of slowing. Amid an uptick in digital transformation across multiple sectors, cybercrime coupled with sophisticated social engineering techniques are laying bare systemic vulnerabilities in...
AI IN LEGAL RESEARCH UNDER SCRUTINY AFTER FAKE CASE CITATIONS
An incident involving AI in legal research has sparked scrutiny after fake case citations were used in the Mavundla v MEC: Department of Co-Operative Government and Traditional Affairs KwaZulu-Natal and Others case. Philani Mavundla's counsel, S. Pillay, submitted a supplementary notice for leave to appeal, citing several cases, most...
Sex, Lies, And Deepfakes: CES Panel Paints A Scary Portrait
Lies. Scams. Disinformation. Misinformation. Voice cloning. Likeness cloning. Manipulated photographs. Manipulated videos. AI has exploded the possibilities of all these things to the point that it’s almost impossible to trust anything. Lack of trust has enormous implications for lawyers, judges, and the way we resolve disputes.
And if you believe...
The 21 Best Products and Technologies of CES 2025
LAS VEGAS—58 years in, CES shows no signs of slowing down. This year, the show attracted roughly 140,000 attendees to Las Vegas to see new products and technologies from more than 4,000 companies. Naturally, PCMag’s team of experts was there, getting our steps in across more than 2.5 million square feet...
The Adoption of AI in Legal Practice and Blogging: Lessons from...
The adoption of legal technology – even legal blogging – has historically been slow in the legal field—but not so with artificial intelligence (AI).
Last month, the Illinois Supreme Court took a step forward by releasing its policy on AI use in courts, effective January 1. With appropriate boundaries, the Court’s policy...
Daan’s Snippets – 8th January 2025
Property
Trends:
· Regular readers of property news will recall that especially (the average) South African residential property prices are in decline, when compared to our inflation rate. South Africans are not alone in this position, as may be seen from the following graph showing real house prices in the BRICS...
Making the Transition from Diligent Law Firm Associate to Rainmaking Partner
The transition from law firm associate to partner isn’t just a change in title and status — it’s a fundamental shift in identity. Advice on making a successful leap.
As bestselling author James Clear wisely advises, “Decide the type of person you want to be. Prove it to yourself with...
How the AI behind the likes of ChatGPT actually works
The arrival of AI systems called large language models (LLMs), like OpenAI’s ChatGPT chatbot, has been heralded as the start of a new technological era. And they may indeed have significant impacts on how we live and work in future.
But they haven’t appeared from nowhere and have a much...
A Lawyer’s Guide to Stress-Free Holidays
Yes. It can be done.
When we talk about going on holiday, the first thing that pops into mind is not a lawyer taking leave. Let’s be honest.
While the cliché is a lawyer chained to their desk working late into the night, 7 nights a week. It’s kind of true....
Daan’s Snippets – 6th December 2024
Gentle Reader This will be the last Snippets this year.Do have a relaxing, fun-filled familial festive season.RegardsDaan
Property
Trends:
· Our residential rental market reflects the increasingly positive market outlook and stood at a record low vacancy rate of 5.07% in Q3/2024.
· Similarly, Growthpoint reports declining office rental vacancy space, stating that...
Bowmans becomes first African law firm to adopt Harvey
Premier African law firm Bowmans has announced a new partnership with generative AI platform Harvey, a tool designed specifically for the legal industry. Bowmans is the first African law firm to integrate Harvey into its operations, a move expected to set a new standard for law firm innovation on...
Deeds Offices Festive Season 2024 Closures
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REGISTRAR'S NOTICERE: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR DECEMBER 2024
Please take note of the following arrangements over the festive period (December 2024):
The cut-off date for the Lodgement of...
The winding up of estates in SA is in shambles
The entire system dealing with deceased and insolvency estates is broken. Most of the finger-pointing is at the Master of the High Court, though that is but the tip of the iceberg.
Billions of rands are tied up in deceased and insolvent estates because of the brokenness of government entities such...
Why Most Law Firm Websites Fail
A law firm’s website is much more than a digital brochure—it’s the gateway to earning the trust of potential clients and turning visitors into leads. Yet, many firms fail to recognise the critical role their websites play in business development. Poor...
LawDotNews rebranded – Snazzy New Look, Same Quality Content!
In case you hadn’t noticed, we’ve had a makeover. A bright new 2025 has dawned, and to celebrate we’re launching our new brand for LawDotNews. New Year, New Look!
The highlight of the project is our new website, www.lawdotnews.co.za, but...
Essential Guide to Law Firm SEO In 2025
In a digital age where securing clients is heavily influenced by online visibility, it is crucial to excel in SEO for attorneys. This comprehensive guide provides the essential strategies to optimize your law firm’s website, aiming for top rankings...
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