In working on the CIC exam for HotDocs, I took the opportunity to master the HotDocs Markup Tool and HotDocs Template Generator. In this article, I examine some tips on how to use the tool to the best advantage.
Tips for Working with the HotDocs Markup Tool
Knowledge Hierarchies
This blog evaluates hierarchical knowledge systems from searchable knowledge systems. As Yahoo is to Google, Westlaw is to Lexis, Blogger is to ExpressionBuilder. ... unstructured information can be useful, but the extra effort to add structure make the information even more useful.
Plain English Document Assembly
Special Feature by Rose Rowland, Basha System LLC on plain english, manuals, and verbal brutality towards Basha staff
An Interview with the DocGuru (by himself)
No one was calling me for juicy quotes. Some of you have started visiting the blog. I was getting tired of the lack of interaction in a blog (too much lecturing). So I thought I would do something fun, I would interview myself.
Related Link: the guru's document assembly page
Lawn Maintenance and Spring Cleaning (document assembly revisited)
The key to a successful implementation of document assembly is an intelligent markup. The key to an intelligent markup is a solid understanding of the subject matter which is being marked up; as well as an awareness of what “can be done” with document assembly.
Taking Case Management to the Next Level
Case Management is more than just a “piece of software” like a word processor; it is meant to be integral to the way you practice your trade. A well designed system is like a good Porche - zero to 100 in ten seconds flat.
Is HELP text necessary?
A well designed document assembly system NEEDS NO HELP text. Each prompt is group logically and clear. It states its purpose and can be understood by users. Why would anyone ever need help text?
Law Practice Management-The Business Plan
Practice management is different from case management; any good business plan should include a strategy for processing leads
What does “integrated” mean?
A good lawyer defines his/her terms, hence a technology expert should define the term “integration” and the levels thereof.
Do what I say … not what I do
Document assembly anecdotes anyone?
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