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.

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.

On July 18, 2023, LegalTech Boston launched with a panel of three high caliber technology company Chief Legal Officers — Margaret Minister (Evisort), Mo Cowan (Devoted Health), and Matt Rowe (Parallel Wireless) — as moderated by Bob Ambrogi, an internationally recognized lawyer and journalist who has been writing and speaking about legal technology and innovation for more than two decades.

SkillBurst Interactive appoints Anusia Gillespie as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer to launch and lead new Legal Innovation Lab creating transformative digital learning solutions for lawyers in the age of generative AI.

A global economy requires a global workforce, and as more companies operate with satellite offices and remote work grows in popularity, regulatory compliance becomes an even greater challenge. High quality on-demand training can help by providing content catered to employee locale, ensuring they are compliant with all relevant regulations and company policies alike.

Chicago employers must now provide a total of three hours of combined Harassment Prevention and Bystander Intervention training per year. That’s a lot of time for your people to spend in training. How do you make the most of that time – and ensure your training isn’t just a check-the-box exercise?

Chicago recently passed a new law requiring all Chicago employers to provide one-hour of bystander intervention training to their employees every year – in addition to harassment prevention training. Why? Let’s take a closer look.

When it comes to online training, the delivery and tracking platform you use to administer your online courses is an important consideration. Let’s explore some features to look for to streamline compliance administration.

The city of Chicago is the latest major jurisdiction to require annual training aimed at preventing sexual harassment. Learn how the requirements differ from those of Illinois - and what it will mean for you.

Alex, a partner in a global law firm, had an idea: Was it possible to deliver complex compliance training to his clients in a digital format? If so, how? And would his clients go for it?

In many ways, leading a hybrid team is different than leading a team that is entirely in the office or entirely remote. And, if you’re a member of a hybrid team, there are specific actions you can take to remain visible, valued, and connected.

If you’re an employer in Texas and not already training personnel on sexual harassment prevention, you may want to consider it, here’s why.