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Digital Trial Notebook Implementation: Practical Applications of OneNote, Word, Excel, Outlook and More

Transform trial preparation using Microsoft 365’s integrated tools for organized, accessible, and secure digital case management.

2025-05-29 14:00:00

Program Details

2025-05-29 14:00:00

2025-05-29 14:00:00

2h CLE Credits

Program Details

2025-05-29 14:00:00

Program Details

2025-05-29 14:00:00

Over 1,000+ webinars

2025-05-29 14:00:00

Course Overview

Building Digital Trial Notebooks with Microsoft 365

2025-05-29 14:00:00

Participants will learn to organize trial materials, manage deadlines, and enhance team collaboration using integrated Microsoft 365 applications. These practical skills immediately improve case preparation efficiency and document accessibility.

Format

CLE Credit

2h CLE Credits

Level

Intermediate

Length

2

Key topics that will be covered

01
Ethical Obligations
Understanding technology competency under ABA Rule 1.1 and generative AI guidance.
02
OneNote Organization
Creating digital trial notebooks with sections, pages, tagging, and cross-application linking.
03
Word Templates
Building legal templates, customizing ribbons, and using document protection features.
04
Excel Tracking
Managing deadlines with conditional formatting, formulas, and color-coded case dashboards.
05
Teams Collaboration
Enabling real-time document editing, secure sharing, and matter-centric team channels.
06
Outlook Integration
Syncing calendars, delegating access, creating rules, and managing tasks across applications.

Program schedule

clock 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm EST

Organizing Trial Materials with OneNote Application Integration

Learn how to leverage OneNote as the foundation for your digital trial notebook, including its multi-tier organizational structure of notebooks, sections, and pages. Discover powerful features like tagging, cross-application linking with Outlook and OneDrive, and strategies for centralizing all case materials in one accessible location.

Kathleen BrownKathleen Brown
clock 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Streamlining Document Management and Templates with Word

Master Word’s ribbon customization and Developer tab to create fillable legal forms and reusable templates for your practice. Explore collaboration features including co-authoring, document protection methods, and strategies for managing lengthy legal documents efficiently.

Kathleen BrownKathleen Brown
clock 3:10 pm - 3:40 pm EST

Tracking Case Details Deadlines and Tasks Effectively

Build powerful case management dashboards in Excel using formulas, conditional formatting, and color-coded deadline tracking systems. Learn to integrate Outlook for task management, calendar syncing, and creating efficient workflows that keep your entire caseload organized.

Kathleen BrownKathleen Brown
clock 3:40 pm - 4:10 pm EST

Enhancing Team Collaboration with Teams and Outlook

Set up matter-centric Teams channels for real-time collaboration, secure document sharing, and streamlined client communication with controlled guest access. Discover how to integrate all Microsoft 365 applications into a cohesive workflow while maintaining security and version control across your legal team.

Kathleen BrownKathleen Brown
Kathleen Brown

Kathleen Brown

Charleston School of Law

Kathleen Brown

Kathleen Brown

Charleston School of Law

Kathleen (Katie) Brown is the Associate Dean for Information Resources at Charleston School of Law, recognized for her contributions to integrating technology and ethics into legal education. She specializes in intellectual property, legal technology, and the business of law with a focus on process optimization and legal research.

Education & Credentials

J.D. from Seattle University School of Law with an emphasis in intellectual property law, M.S. in Library and Information Science from Drexel University, B.F.A. from DePaul University

Recognition & Leadership

2024 vLex Fastcase 50 honoree, 2024 AALS Section of Technology, Law & Legal Education Technology & Ethics Award

Professional Involvement

Active member of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL), served on the AALL Executive Board from 2011 to 2014, held numerous leadership positions within the organization

Experience

Has taught courses on Legal Technology for Practice, Art of Advocacy, Contracts, and Advanced Legal Research. Frequently presents on intellectual property, legal technology, and the business of law.
Kathleen Brown

Kathleen Brown

Charleston School of Law

Kathleen (Katie) Brown is the Associate Dean for Information Resources at Charleston School of Law, recognized for her contributions to integrating technology and ethics into legal education. She specializes in intellectual property, legal technology, and the business of law with a focus on process optimization and legal research.

Education & Credentials

J.D. from Seattle University School of Law with an emphasis in intellectual property law, M.S. in Library and Information Science from Drexel University, B.F.A. from DePaul University

Recognition & Leadership

2024 vLex Fastcase 50 honoree, 2024 AALS Section of Technology, Law & Legal Education Technology & Ethics Award

Professional Involvement

Active member of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL), served on the AALL Executive Board from 2011 to 2014, held numerous leadership positions within the organization

Experience

Has taught courses on Legal Technology for Practice, Art of Advocacy, Contracts, and Advanced Legal Research. Frequently presents on intellectual property, legal technology, and the business of law.

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AL2.0
AR2.0
AZ2.0
CA2.0
CO2.0
CT2.0
DC2.0
DE2.0
FL2.0
GA2.0
HI2.0
IA2.0
ID2.0
IL2.0
IN2.0
KS2.0
KY2.0
LA2.0
MA2.0
MD2.0
ME2.0
MI2.0
MN2.0
MO2.4
MS2.0
MT2.0
NC2.0
ND2.0
NE2.0
NH120.0
NJ2.4
NM2.0
NV2.0
NY2.0
OH2.0
OK2.0
OR2.0
PA2.0
RI2.5
SC2.0
SD2.0
TN2.0
TX2.0
UT2.0
VA2.0
VT2.0
WA2.0
WI2.0
WV2.4
WY2.0

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Delaware
Approved
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Alabama

Requirements

The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.  

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  • Attorneys are limited to 6 credits per compliance period of “online” programs through MyLAwCLE On-Demand programs