M.E. Hammond has made available for download their article, “Electronic Lawyer Signatures: Tips & Uses”, published on the LexBlog. The abstract is as follows:
Practicing law requires legally binding signatures—whether it be for a standard contract, a real estate closing contract, or a routine will. However, tracking down documentation and following up with clients for signatures costs lawyers hours of non-billable time.
Fortunately, in this digital age attorneys can rely on legal electronic signature software to collaborate with clients and colleagues and gather signatures. This digital process saves firms time and money.
In this article, we’ll cover:
- The different types of lawyer signatures
- What makes an electronic signature legally binding
- The benefits of law firms utilizing electronic signatures
- How to choose the right legal electronic signature software for your firm
Click here to view M.E. Hammond’s summary of “Electronic Lawyer Signatures: Tips & Uses”
Posted by Marin Larkin, Associate Editor, Wealth Strategies Journal.