Legal Talk Network On the Road covers the latest conferences, bar meetings, industry events, and trade shows. Often recorded live from the conference room floor our hosts interview bar presidents, committee and section chairs, and other leaders to offer an exclusive look at the biggest events in legal, as well as what is on the horizon for those who practice law.
The legal world and its tech space have seen huge impacts from generative AI in the short time that it has been monopolizing our attention. However, in the midst of this rapidly...
Effective processes for discovery, data handling, collaboration, and everything else your case requires are essential to the life of a litigator. Karolina Sikorska talks with Elan Hersh about his session addressing the...
The Judicial Conference Advisory Committee on Civil Rules has recently released proposed changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. What do attorneys need to know? Robert Levy, Jeffrey McKenna, Wendy Butler...
AI is certainly a disruptor in the legal profession, and as such, there is a huge need for deep learning and new implementation of AI tools in legal practice. Bridget McCormack, Linda...
Clio recently published its report showing specific trends for mid-sized law firms. Karolina Sikorska welcomes Joshua Lenon to get an overview of the findings of this latest report as outlined in his...
Looking ahead, Dan Lear talks with Stephanie Wilkins about what evolutions the next 5-10 years may bring to the legal profession. Stephanie explains the focus of her panel discussion, particularly discussing AI’s...
After a long fight for freedom following his wrongful conviction at just 16, exoneree Brian Banks focuses his efforts toward raising awareness and inspiring others. Host Michael Semanchik talks with Brian about...
Being organized and efficient with your law firm’s finances gives you peace of mind and increases your profits. Host Phil Brown talks with Jayden Doyé and Alex MacGillivray about strategies lawyers can...
Optimizing your use of LinkedIn can help you grow your legal business and make great industry connections. Alison Demelis shares insights for putting your best foot forward on LinkedIn. Alison walks lawyers...
The ways you invest in yourself, your technology, and your law firm can make or break your success in times of struggle. Host Gyi Tsakalakis talks with Nefra MacDonald about the concept...
If you want to stay relevant, or better yet, ahead of the curve, you need to embrace AI and learn its uses for your legal practice. Gyi Tsakalakis welcomes Ed Walters, Alia...
Clio’s cloud-based software created the industry’s first-ever opportunity to collect anonymized data on legal practice as it is happening day to day. This real-time data has given huge insights on the state...
What exactly is dark social? Gyi Tsakalakis chats with Conrad Saam about his ClioCon session titled, “Dark Social: How to Turn Your Community Into an Eager Referral Source.” You might have points...
AI is everywhere, but lawyers are naturally—and rightfully—skeptical about whether using it in legal practice is secure and ethical. Clio has just announced Clio Duo, an AI legal assistant, that was built...
Clients feel better about your law firm when they feel their needs are met and their concerns are heard. What can you do to make sure this happens in your firm? From...
Jack Newton sits down with Laurence Colletti to talk about the current happenings at Clio and what they plan to bring to their legal tech offerings in the future. Now in over...
Because there are so many solo/small firm attorneys in California, if you are a member of CLA, you are also probably a member of the Solo and Small Firm Section! Outgoing Chair...
Family law can be very contentious, so it is critically important for attorneys in this area to learn to be cool-headed advocates for their clients in difficult situations. Host Laurence Colletti welcomes...
New trends in litigation are changing the way lawyers approach their work in the courtroom. Emma Raimi-Zlatic talks with past-chair Mary McKelvey about the programs, committees, and events within the CLA’s Litigation...
Even though AI has been around for a very long time, it seems that it is suddenly everywhere, with AI-powered technology at the forefront of nearly every innovation of late. Why is...
Being a liaison between different practice areas is what the Law Practice Management Section is all about. Catherine Stock and Gabriela Cubeiro talk with section Chair Joy Murao about her mission to...
The New Lawyers Section aims to connect and support new lawyers in the state of California through events, educational programs, publications, and more! Hosts Lindsey Dean and Emma Raimi-Zlatic talk with incoming...
Catherine Stock and Kyle Bagshaw welcome Frantz Farreau, new chair of the Real Property Law Section, to discuss valuable takeaways from the conference for real estate attorneys. Frantz discusses the new legal...
Lindsey Dean sits down with CLA President Jeremy Evans and President-Elect Betty Williams to hear about the latest developments within the California Lawyers Association. They discuss the origins of the CLA and...
The virtual world of NFTs and Web3 is developing rapidly, and within this space, intellectual property disputes are now cropping up at a similarly rapid pace. Diane Littlejohn, Kristen Roberts, and Jessica...
Change is difficult, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t needed. So, what might we need to do to change the way we conceive of legal services? Lynda Shely, Darth Vaughn, Jayne Reardon,...
ChatGPT’s ability to work at the level of language is already catching the attention of litigators around the world. Pablo Arredondo and Stephen Embry recap their talk at TECHSHOW on how ChatGPT...
As Web3 and the metaverse continue to grow in their reach, more and more people are using cryptocurrency—even to pay their legal fees. What do lawyers need to know about these new...
The newest market for legal professionals may not exist in the physical world, but legal matters in the metaverse are very real, opening up a host of opportunities for attorneys. Kristen Roberts,...
If you’ve run into a problem that you can’t seem to solve in-house, it might be time to seek out an integration partner. Tressa Schultze and Catherine Stock talk with Laurence Colletti...
Following their keynote panel, Laurence Colletti sits down with Jazz Hampton, Erin Levine, Kimberly Bennett, and Jack Newton to hear their thoughts on the current state of technology in legal practice. They...
When forensic sciences are debunked, what happens to the people convicted by them?
State legislatures, often ignored, play a significant role in deciding our rights, including the right to vote.
How to ethically enhance your influence and persuade others.
The world of lawyering has surged in spite of the pandemic, but new adversity looms. Fears over inflation, war, hiring markets, and a recession have left many attorneys wondering how to prepare...
No matter your practice area, smart planning can help you grow your business. Co-hosts Christopher Anderson and Laurence Colletti talk with Tim Parlatore about the panel he participated in at ClioCon which...
Lack of communication and surprisingly large bills are often major sources of complaint for law firm clients, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Attorneys Shreya and Colin Ley share their...
Love it or hate it, social media is where you need to be to get noticed by modern consumers. Gyi Tsakalakis chats with Michelle Fonseca-Kamana and Adam Juratovac about their session on...
How much can we really get done in a day? Christopher Anderson talks with Clio presenter Olivia Vizachero about how to become a consistent, confident manager of your schedule. Olivia explains why...
“A great client experience should be at the core of what you do.” – Geeta Daswani, winner of the Excellence in Client Service Reisman Award, talks with podcast host Patrick Palace about...
Reisman Award winner Andrew Rudder talks with host Patrick Palace about his path to becoming a lawyer, including some of the unique experiences and challenges he has faced as a black attorney....
If you’re working way more hours than you want to, it’s time to hire someone new! Hiring another lawyer for your firm lightens your load, lessens the likelihood of burnout, and makes...
The pandemic was a driver for change in justice systems around the globe, but one court’s innovative and inexpensive approach is worth a closer look. Judge Scott Schlegel manages what may be...
Strategic messaging helps your community understand why they want you to be their lawyer. Tune in to Laurence Colletti’s conversation with Camille Moore and Phillip Millar to learn how to take the...
Creating a happy path from intake to invoice makes firm processes easy and efficient, but how do you get there? Hosts Laurence Colletti and Stephanie Everett talk with Adrian Francis and Raquel...
Avoiding busywork should be at the top of your to-do list, and automation is the best solution. Foojan Shabrang and Scott Hamilton offer tips for getting started with Zapier to smooth out...
Even small firms can use PR to their advantage. Joe Patrice talks with Pamela Smith about her packed session at ClioCon to learn more about PR strategies for firms of any size....
Bad decision making is a very human problem, but that doesn’t mean we can’t override our natural tendencies and make successful choices. Host Stephanie Everett taps into Nika Kabiri’s insights on science-based...
Joe Scott fell into podcasting and digital storytelling purely by accident. Taking a summer job at an...
Ed’s passion is developing innovative market-leading products and bespoke solutions. As InfoTrack’s CEO, Ed plays an integral...
Patrick Palace is a plaintiff’s trial lawyer with an emphasis on workers’ compensation, personal injury, civil rights...
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