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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 2d

Sears-iously love this town. 😁

#SweetHome #Chicago

Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 2d

🔟Ten years of #LegalTech conferences, a reflection.

As I approach ten years serving the legal and judicial systems in #Illinois, I want to reflect on attending LegalTech conferences over those years, especially #ClioCon and #ABATECHSHOW ...

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Ten years of #LegalTech conferences, a reflection. 🔟 As I approach ten years serving the legal and judicial systems in Illinois, I want to reflect on attending #LegalTech conferences over those years...

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 3d

Today I had the privilege of returning to my law school UIC Law to speak to the Professional Responsibility class about the building blocks of our profession — reputation, civility, and integrity. ⚖️
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#professionalism

#legaleducation #professionalresponsibility #civility #lawstudents #mentorship | Mark C. Palmer

💡 Back to where it all began! (Night law school 2001-2005) Today I had the privilege of returning to my law school alma mater University of Illinois Chicago School of Law to speak to the Professional...

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 4d

SOCIAL FEED CLEANSER 🧽
We can all use some dahlia-ghtful flowers in our day! ☀️🌸
#greenthumbwife

Large bunch of pink white and red dahlias flowers just cut from a garden

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 8d

🚀✨👏 Two full days of my 🔟th @goclio.bsky.social #ClioCon with the #LegalTech family.

From new #AI tools to client-centered practice design, there’s always something fresh to bring back and share with the legal professionals I serve in #Illinois. ⚖️💡

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 19d

🚨 With the social media explosion of #Sora, here's your friendly ethics attorney reminding you to consider establishing an additional authentication method with your clients, e.g., a password! (And with your family too!) 🔒

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#Ethics #Deepfakes #Scams

One Simple Way Lawyers Can Combat Voice Cloning and Deepfakes

The rapid evolution of voice cloning and deepfake technologies has introduced new risks and vulnerabilities for the legal profession.

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 22d

🙋‍♂️ samesies
#bicentennialbabies

Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 24d

Fascinating look at the $3T war to shape what's next in mobile. @casey.nyc breaks down Apple vs. Meta, and why the real future is personal assistant #AI. That’s the WHAT, but who wins the HOW??

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$3 Trillion War for Mobile’s Future

YouTube video by CaseyNeistat

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 24d

Added a pint for Team #Illini! 🩸
(crossed 4 gallons 🧛‍♂️)

Consider donating!
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#ILLINOIS #WeGiveBlood

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · 26d

This month marks a remarkable 🎉20 years⚖️ of advancing #professionalism across our state's legal community. I’m honored to have spent the last decade contributing to this mission alongside so many inspiring colleagues and leaders.
🫶💜

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Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism Celebrates 20 Years of Advancing Professionalism Among Illinois Lawyers and Judges

The Commission on Professionalism is celebrating 20 years of advancing professionalism to Illinois lawyers, judges, and law students.

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 21

9 years ago today hearing from @garyvee.com at @goclio.bsky.social ClioCon in Chicago.

Next month, Boston for the next #ClioCon.

Keep #Hustling y’all!

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 19

🚨 ICYMI, this is a fun and important read for lawyers on working with AI. @losey-ai.bsky.social delivers on 3 important topics: #hallucinations, #drift, and #privilege.

Take an "ethical moment" to check it out! 🫡

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#LegalTech #AIinLaw #LegalEthics

Laughing Through Law: AI's Quirks and Legal Lessons

Explore the humorous side of AI in law with Ralph Losey. Discover skits that address hallucinations, drift, and privilege with laughs!

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 12

24 years later, I recall my view that morning.

Tonight, looking upon my old office, reminded of our steadfast resilience weaving strength into our social fabric, amplifying recovery, and creating enduring support.

I’m hopeful for more such resilience and support.

#NeverForget

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 11

🤩 No two better hosts to drive home the strategic implementation of AI throughout legal practice!

🫡 Learning from friends Ed Walters & Patrick Palace on "Your New Legal Team: How AI Agents Are Transforming Solo and Small Firm Practice"

#LegalTech #GenAI #SoloLawyers #LegalAI #SmallFirms

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 4

🤠 Honored to have spoken at @weare8am.bsky.social’s inaugural #Kaleidoscope conference in Austin on the evolving landscape of legal ethics in the age of chatbots and client texting 🤖📱.

🥇ANNNND getting to meet Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas! 🥇🤩

Thank you, Team 8am!!

#LegalTech

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 3

💥 5 leading voices in #LegalTech media panel sharing their valuable insights!

@weare8am.bsky.social #Kaleidoscope Conference, Austin, TX

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 3

Sage advice for the majority of lawyers in the U.S. — solo & small firm practioners — from a diverse panel

✅ don’t undervalue your worth
✅ outsource/delegate dislikes
✅ select your clients w intention
✅ get out of your comfort zone

@weare8am.bsky.social
#8amKaleidoscope #Kaleidoscope #LegalTech

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 3

Hearing from Leslie Witt of @weare8am.bsky.social to kick off the inaugural #Kaleidoscope conference in Austin, TX. 🤠

Looking forward to two full days of learning and networking!

#LegalTech

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 3

Excited to present on the ethical use of technology in the delivery of legal services at the @weare8am.bsky.social #Kaleidoscope Conference in Austin, Texas!! @mycase.bsky.social #Kaleidoscope2025

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Commission Chief Counsel Mark Palmer to Present at 2025 8am Kaleidoscope Conference

Mark C. Palmer will present on the ethical use of technology in the delivery of legal services at the 2025 8am Kaleidoscope Conference.

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Sep 2

🧑‍⚖️ Lawyers face real pressure: Billable quotas + AI shortcuts = big ethical risks

Let’s champion integrity, not just productivity! 🚦🤝

Check out @sembrytechlaw.bsky.social's latest article on such responsibility:
www.techlawcrossroads.com/2025/08/bill...
#LegalTech #LawFirms #AIinLaw

Billable Hour Demands, Shadow Use of AI and Law Reality: It’s a Hot Mess

A recent survey by DeepL, an AI translation service, reveals a risk of continued hallucinations and inaccuracies with the use of AI. Spoiler alert: 96% of

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Aug 30

VICTORY! ILLINOIS! VARSITY!
🔶🔷

(BTW, 48.5 spread; 52-3 🤯)
#ILL #FamILLy

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Aug 29

241 days later, it's GAME DAY again!! Let’s GOOO!!
🙌 🔶🔷🏈

#ILL #FamILLy

Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Aug 29

🤖🌟 READ: Prof. Amy Salyzyn provides a great overview of where we are with AI + SRLs!

www.slaw.ca/2025/08/28/g...

#LegalTech #AI #AccessToJustice #SRLs #A2J

Generative AI and Self-Represented Litigants in Canada: What We Know and Where to Go - Slaw

The 2022 release of ChatGPT led to many breathless headlines about how generative AI would be an A2J boon. The mood is now more muted: while AI has driven some change in the legal context over the las...

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Aug 21

Welcome to #ILLINOIS Law!🔶🔷

Led by Justice Lisa Holder White and my colleague Julia Roundtree Livingston, 1Ls pledged to honor the values of civility, respect, and public service from their first day of law school throughout their careers. 🙋

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Mark C. Palmer @palmerlaw.bsky.social · Aug 20

🚀 The latest @statecourts.bsky.social white paper calls for modernizing Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL) rules to embrace vetted #AI tools and expand #accesstojustice. 🤖⚖️

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#LegalTech #AccessToJustice #A2J

Modernizing unauthorized practice of law regulations to embrace technology, improve access to justice

State supreme courts and bar associations must lead modern regulatory reform to effectively govern the responsible use of AI and technology-enhanced legal services products.

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