On the Road Podcast - Legal Talk Network

Are Trial Lawyers an Endangered Species? – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:12 +0000

Fewer lawyers are gaining real courtroom experience, and the future of trial advocacy is at risk. In this special episode of On the Road, veteran trial attorney and educator Michael Schwartz examines why trial lawyers are becoming harder to find and what it takes to develop the skills true advocacy requires. Drawing on decades of experience trying hundreds of cases, Schwartz breaks down the foundations of effective trial lawyering, from witness examination and jury selection to professionalism, ethics, and strategy. He shares lessons from pivotal courtroom moments and explains why trials remain essential to the pursuit of justice and the search for truth.

Michael Schwartz is a trial lawyer, legal educator, and founder of Trial Advocacy Group, where he trains lawyers nationwide in trial advocacy.

Understanding Neurodivergence in the Legal Workplace – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:15:44 +0000

Neurodivergence is far more common in the legal profession than many realize and when supported thoughtfully, it can be a powerful asset. In this special episode of On the Road, legal professional and advocate Christina Hough shares practical insights on working more effectively with neurodivergent attorneys, paralegals, clients, and colleagues. Drawing from both personal experience and decades in the legal field, Hough explores how conditions such as ADHD, autism, PTSD, and other neurodivergent traits can influence communication, learning styles, sensory processing, and collaboration.

From inclusive meeting practices and clearer communication strategies to simple workplace accommodations that improve focus and outcomes, this episode offers a roadmap for building more inclusive, productive legal environments while recognizing the unique strengths neurodivergent professionals bring to the practice of law.

Christina Hough is a neurodivergent legal professional, speaker, and advocate with more than 23 years of experience in the legal field.

Building Client Trust Through Trauma-Informed Advocacy – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:12 +0000

Employment disputes strike at a person’s identity, security, and sense of control. In this special episode of On the Road, employment attorney Drew Levine explains why clients often resist settlement—even strong offers—and how trauma and betrayal shape their reactions throughout the case. He outlines a trauma-informed approach to lawyering, showing attorneys how to create safety, listen with intention, reset expectations, and rebuild trust with clients who may feel overwhelmed or unheard.

From navigating ambivalence to reframing fairness versus legality, discover how centering humanity leads to stronger client relationships and better case outcomes.

Drew Levine is an employment attorney in Southern California who represents clients in complex workplace disputes.

Future-Proofing Your Paralegal Career with AI – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:00:45 +0000

AI isn’t replacing legal professionals — it’s reshaping the work they do. In this special episode of On the Road, award-winning paralegals and educators Kelly Rednothy and Kristine Custodio Suero join attorney Michael Harris for a candid conversation about the skills and responsibilities legal pros need to stay competitive in an era of rapid technological change.

Together, they break down the ethical obligations around technology competence, how generative AI is transforming legal research, drafting, and document review, and what it means to “trust but verify” in modern workflows. They also highlight the durable skills—critical thinking, emotional intelligence, communication, collaboration, and continuous learning—that will define the next generation of legal professionals.

From understanding AI tools to protecting client confidentiality, this episode offers a grounded, practical roadmap for paralegals and legal teams preparing for the future.

Kelly Rednothy is a litigation paralegal, educator, and legal solutions consultant. Kristine Custodio Suero is an award-winning paralegal, author, and past president of the San Diego Paralegal Association. Michael Harris is an attorney and Chief Revenue Officer at Brightline Counsel.

Strategies for Growth: Training, Teamwork & Client Experience – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:00:11 +0000

Growing a law firm isn’t just about new clients. It’s about building a strong team and a seamless client experience. In this special episode of On the Road, paralegal and law-firm operations consultant Eda Rosa breaks down the long-term strategies firms need to scale sustainably. She explains why continual staff training, proactive workflows, clear communication, and data-driven systems are essential to reducing bottlenecks and improving client satisfaction. From strengthening internal processes to empowering your front-line team, discover how intentional structure and collaboration can elevate your firm’s performance and set the foundation for future growth.

Eda Rosa is a paralegal, educator, and law-firm operations consultant specializing in workflow optimization and team development.

Advocating for the Wrongfully Convicted with Michael Semanchik | ClioCon 2025

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:00:01 +0000

Despite our nation’s commitment to justice, the system sometimes falters, allowing the innocent to be wrongfully convicted. In this episode, Ed Watts sits down with Michael Semanchik, Executive Director of The Innocence Center, for a compelling conversation about the fight to free those unjustly imprisoned. Michael sheds light on how these miscarriages of justice occur, the human stories behind them, and the vital role attorneys play in supporting innocence projects.

Learn more on the For the Innocent podcast, and visit Michael’s organization online: The Innocence Center – Securing Freedom For The Innocent.

Avoiding Pitfalls in Family Law – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:00:53 +0000

Family law is emotionally charged, complex, and full of pitfalls that can undermine even the most experienced attorney. In this special episode of On the Road, veteran family lawyer Claude Ducloux shares decades of hard-earned insights for running a successful practice. He covers how to set realistic client expectations, identify high-risk clients, handle social media ethically, protect yourself with documentation, and maintain civility and professionalism throughout every case. From practical billing and office management tips to strategies for fair settlements, Ducloux provides a roadmap for navigating family law with confidence, integrity, and clarity.

Claude Ducloux is a family law attorney with nearly 48 years of experience guiding clients and shaping best practices in the field.

American Legal Technology Award Winners | ClioCon2025

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:00:02 +0000

The American Legal Technology Awards recognize those who have shown excellence as technology innovators in the legal industry, and the 2025 winners have been chosen! Patrick Palace welcomes winners across three of this year’s categories—Jim Calloway (Lifetime Achievement Award), Jenifer Whiston (Artificial Intelligence Award), and Susan Choe (Court Award). Patrick learns more about the creative legal technology contributions of each individual, all of which have promoted tech understanding in the profession and furthered efforts for access to justice in our legal systems.

Learn more about our winners’ organizations!

Easy, Efficient Billing for Your Law Firm | ClioCon 2025

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:00:47 +0000

The best payment experiences are transparent and simple, but far too many law firms struggle with awkward payment barriers for their clients. Stephanie Everett welcomes A.J. Axelrod of Clio to discuss modern and secure billing practices for law firms. They consider common errors and archaic methods that may lead to profit losses, share insights from the Legal Trends Report, and talk about how Clio’s billing software can help you ensure best practices in client payments.

A.J. Axelrod is Clio’s Vice President of Payments and Financial Services.

Marketing Metrics That Matter for Law Firms | ClioCon 2025

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:00:28 +0000

The reality is, if you don’t understand your metrics, you aren’t getting the most out of your marketing tactics. Gyi Tsakalakis welcomes fellow marketing pro, Margarita Eberline, to discuss her talk on how to leverage metrics to improve your law firm’s advertising strategies. Margarita explains how to effectively measure and engage with metrics to increase your ROI, make quality connections for better leads, get the visibility you need in your market, and much more.

Margarita Eberline is the founder of Marketing Boss and offers coaching, teaching, and training for companies through fractional CMO services and workshops.

Clio Legal Trends Report | ClioCon 2025

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:00:24 +0000

The 2025 Legal Trends Report is here—fresh with the latest insights into genAI, billing strategies, marketing tactics, client experience, and so much more. Adriana Linares and Ernie “The Attorney” Svenson sit down with Joshua Lenon, Lawyer in Residence at Clio, to gain a deeper perspective on the major findings in this year’s report. They discuss statistical shifts in legal practice data and consider both the inefficiencies and new possibilities revealed for lawyers and law firms.

Clio’s full 2025 report is available now—completely free for all attorneys:

Legal Trends Report | Data-Driven Insights for Law Firms | Clio

Clio’s Latest Product Rollouts with Michelle Dunlea | ClioCon 2025

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 19:00:39 +0000

Listen in for insider tips on Clio’s newest products for law firms everywhere. Kim Bennett chats with Michelle Dunlea about new Clio offerings for intelligent legal workflows with integrated AI through Clio Work, Clio Library, and much more. Michelle shares insights into practical use cases for these new tools to increase productivity and profitability for law firms of all sizes.

Michelle Dunlea is Vice President of Product at Clio, leading the innovation and development of Clio’s portfolio of products to meet the evolving needs of legal professionals.

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Preparing for the Legal AI Era with Ed Walters | ClioCon 2025

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 17:30:02 +0000

AI in legal should allow lawyers to do better work for clients and create more accessible legal services, but it can be difficult for attorneys to wrap their heads around how and why this technology can change things for the better in their law firms. At ClioCon 2025, Gyi Tsakalakis sat down with Ed Walters to discuss strategies for embracing AI that reflect the care and wisdom attorneys must use as they integrate this revolutionary technology into legal practice.

Later, they also discuss the latest offerings from Clio, including new potential for better legal work through the Clio Work product powered by AI assistant Vincent and the Clio Library.

Ed Walters is the Chief Strategy Officer of vLex and the co-founder of Fastcase.

Key Metrics Every Law Firm Should Track – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:00:27 +0000

What gets measured gets improved. In this On the Road episode, Bryan Billig, VP of Customer Education at Assembly Software, breaks down the most important data points law firms should be tracking—and the ones they shouldn’t stress over. From intake sources and case inventory to staff productivity and marketing ROI, Bryan explains how to turn firm data into actionable insights. Learn how consistent data entry, smart reporting, and a culture of measurement can reveal bottlenecks, boost efficiency, and strengthen your bottom line.

Bryan Billig is Vice President of Customer Education at Assembly Software.

Uncovering Your Natural Gifts as a Lawyer – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:00:19 +0000

Finding fulfillment in your legal career goes beyond technical skills. In this On the Road episode, Chad Aboud, Chief Commercial Officer at Good Lawyer and keynote speaker at the 2025 Legal Up Virtual Conference, shares how attorneys can uncover their natural gifts, align them with meaningful goals, and identify the environments where they thrive. Drawing from his own journey from big law to in-house roles to his current position, Chad outlines three core pillars that help lawyers design careers that feel purposeful, energizing, and impactful. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking a reset, discover practical steps to “job craft” a path that brings out your best.

Chad Aboud is Chief Commercial Officer at Good Lawyer.

The Top 10 Ethics Mistakes Attorneys Make – Legal Up Virtual Conference 2025 by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:00:37 +0000

Even experienced attorneys can stumble when it comes to ethics. In this On the Road episode, Joe Scott introduces Jordan Turk, Director of Education and Attorney Development at Smokeball, who breaks down the ten most common ethics mistakes lawyers make—and how to avoid them. From lapses in diligence and communication to mishandling client funds, failing to return files, and advertising pitfalls, Jordan offers practical strategies and real-world examples to help attorneys safeguard their practice and reputation.

Jordan Turk is the Director of Education and Attorney Development at Smokeball.

All Eyes On You: How Lawyers Can Harness Video for Visibility – Legal Up Virtual Conference by InfoTrack

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:00:30 +0000

Video is no longer optional. It’s essential. In this special episode of On the Road, attorney, content creator, and video consultant Temi Siyanbade shares how legal professionals can harness video to expand their reach, build authority, and attract aligned opportunities. She introduces her “READY” framework, guiding lawyers through practical steps to reframe visibility, establish a clear message, assemble simple gear, draft with direction, and most importantly— say yes to showing up. From building client trust to positioning yourself as a leader, discover why visibility through video isn’t vanity, but a bold move toward the future of law.

Temi Siyanbade is an attorney, content creator, and video consultant for legal professionals.

Estate Planning Combined with Powerful Automation – ABA TECHSHOW 2025

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:59 +0000

Wealth Counsel’s robust estate planning drafting software has united with LEAP’s sleek automations to create a powerful end-to-end solution for estate planning and administration. Dan Lear talks with Ari Bulmash to discuss the combination of these technologies, along with other examples of merging tools in the legal technology sphere. They also look ahead to consider the implications of developments in AI and legal tech for attorneys and the future practice of law.

Ari Bulmash is Director of Estate Planning and Administration at LEAP Legal Software US.

How to Pivot in Your Legal Career – ABA TECHSHOW 2025

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:00:10 +0000

Dan Lear talks with Jordan Turk of Smokeball about her career and how she moved on from her work as an attorney to get involved in legal tech companies. Jordan offers realistic tips for lawyers on how to be creative in your career path and venture into new arenas. Later, they chat about Jordan’s many CLE class offerings for lawyers and which topics are currently top of mind, including AI, fee agreements, cross-examinations, and much more.

Jordan Turk is Director of Education and Attorney Development at Smokeball.

Leveraging AI Tools with a Human in the Loop – ABA TECHSHOW 2025

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:00:58 +0000

Case management software’s AI and automations will continue to become more essential in lawyers’ everyday practice, but attorneys should still maintain a human touch to ensure high quality in their work. Dan Lear talks with Jim Garrett about his ideology and approach to AI tools and how to apply them in effective ways in your law firm. Later, if you’re feeling very out of the loop on AI’s uses in legal, Dan and Jim share tips for becoming AI-literate in manageable ways.

Jim Garrett is Chief Technology Officer at Assembly Software, a legal profession provider of innovative case management software.

Legal Up Virtual Conference by InfoTrack – ABA TECHSHOW 2025

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:00:06 +0000

If the post-conference blues are taking hold, fear not! InfoTrack’s Legal Up conference is right around the corner with plenty to look forward to. Lisa Kirkman welcomes Alex Braun of InfoTrack to discuss Legal Up 2025, the largest FREE virtual conference available for legal professionals. The conference strives to be people-centric, offering sessions for individuals with diverse life experiences in a wide variety of practice areas. If you’re looking to enhance your career, gain new insights, and network with peers, register now! Legal Up 2025 takes place April 23-24.

Learn more: Legal Up 2025

Alex Braun is Product Marketing Manager at InfoTrack US.

Workflow Automations for Busy Lawyers – ABA TECHSHOW 2025

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:00:31 +0000

Lawyers know they need to think about processes and efficiency in their practice, but it’s not always easy to map your workflows when you’ve got so much else on your plate as a busy attorney. Dan Lear welcomes Lauren Murphy to learn how she helps law firms automate workflows to create reliable consistencies in their processes. Implementing automation helps firms streamline everyday tasks, discover solutions to pain points, prevent missed details, and boost growth.

Lauren Murphy is Vice President of Product Market Strategy at ProfitSolv.

Leveraging Tech Tools in Your Law Firm – ABA TECHSHOW 2025

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:00:01 +0000

Boosting efficiency starts with basic tools your law firm probably already has! But, if you’re not engaging with your tools effectively, your firm may very well be falling behind the competition. Niki Black and Stephanie Everett talk with Dan Lear about their session on enhancing law firm workflows and client experience with simple, innovative technology. Embracing tools for scheduling, finances, communications, and more improves your firm’s productivity, draws in new clients, and helps you do your best work.

Nicole Black is an attorney, author and journalist, and serves as the principal legal insight strategist at MyCase (AffiniPay). She is the nationally-recognized author of “Cloud Computing for Lawyers” and co-authored “Social Media for Lawyers: The Next Frontier”.

Stephanie Everett is CEO and a Law Firm Business Coach at Lawyerist and serves as Affinity Consulting Group’s Chief Growth Officer. She is a co-author of Lawyerist’s book, “The Small Firm Roadmap”.

What Should You Do with Your Old Law Firm Computers? – ABA TECHSHOW 2025

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Not all used law firm computers have to end up in a landfill! PCs for People can take your retired computers, securely delete old data, and refurbish them for low income households. Zack Glaser talks with Loren Williams about PCs for People’s mission to provide technology access to those in need. They discuss the processes involved in ensuring data security in their operation and explain how your law firm can donate to this eco-friendly, community-serving program at facilities all over the country.

Learn more at www.pcsforpeople.org.

Loren Williams is Regional Account Manager at PCs for People, a nonprofit social enterprise that specializes in secure and environmentally friendly IT recycling.

Law Firm Finances with CPN Legal – Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:00:02 +0000

When it comes to your law firm’s finances, you need to ensure that your practices are efficient, confidential, and compliant. Karolina Sikorska and Lydia Malone welcome Peggy Gruenke of CPN Legal to talk through the benefits of expert accounting and bookkeeping for law firms. Peggy shares her passion for helping attorneys build better businesses and how CPN leverages Clio’s systems to create a seamless experience for law firms.

Peggy Gruenke is co-founder of Cincinnati-based CPN Legal, which provides accounting and bookkeeping services to law firms, including Clio Grow and Manage setup and workflow design.

A Conversation with Niamh Pollak – Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:00:59 +0000

Naturally, it is essential for a legal tech business like Clio to be in compliance with the laws and regulations that govern the attorneys they serve. So, how do they ensure that their platform can do what it needs to do for their clients? Laurence Colletti sits down with Niamh Pollak to learn how Clio navigates compliance across a huge number of geographic areas and unique practice area needs. They discuss Clio’s efforts to help lawyers transform and grow their practices with tools that meet the changing needs of modern law firms.

Niamh Pollak is Vice President of Legal at Clio.

Business Principles for Unprincipled Times – Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:00:13 +0000

Setting a clear vision for your law firm can be challenging for many attorneys. Lawyers are highly educated and intelligent professionals, but they may not have the business knowledge to maximize their success. Dan Lear welcomes Mark Britton and Alex Shipillo to hear about their session on practical business strategies for modern, competitive law firms. They talk about developing fundamental values, identifying key performance indicators, effective collaboration, and other operational principles for transforming your legal practice.

Mark Britton is the founder of the legal marketplace, Avvo.com.

Alex Shipillo is the Vice President of Growth Marketing at Clio.

New Technology, New Regulation — Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:00:10 +0000

Are current tech regulations adequately keeping pace with rapid changes in the area of technology? Working together, what can lawyers and regulators do to move forward ethically—always with access to justice in mind? Speakers Jayne Reardon, Chris Bentley, and Phil Brown share highlights from their discussion on the current landscape of this area, with a particular focus on the justice gap. They share their ideology on improving legal service delivery with technology and encourage fellow legal professionals to be innovators and advocates for leveraging technology in the fight for greater access to justice.

Jayne R. Reardon is a Partner and Deputy General Counsel at FisherBroyles LLP, a distributed global law firm.

Chris Bentley is the Managing Director of the Legal Innovation Zone and the Law Practice Program, both housed at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Phil Brown is the Acting Director of Practice Supports and Resources at the Law Society of Ontario.

How Midsize & Large Law Firms Can Stay Competitive — Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:17 +0000

Differentiating your law firm in a competitive market is essential for success. Dan Lear talks with session speakers Bob Simon, Rob Dickson, and Jenny Dingus about highlights from their panel geared toward midsize and large law firms. In the new age of AI, they discuss the latest implementations for legal software (including Clio Grow), genAI tools, automation, marketing, and more, helping firms understand how to adapt to changing trends.

Robert Simon is a trial lawyer and founder of the Justice Team and Justice HQ.

Robert Dickson serves as the Managing Partner of Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, PLLC, one of the fastest-growing law firms in the Pacific Northwest.

Jenny Dingus is the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Clio.

How Reisman Award Winners Are Selected & What Makes This Year’s Recipients Special — Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:00:04 +0000

To celebrate and reward folks who are utilizing Clio to the maximum degree, the Reisman Awards honor those who stand out with excellence in their legal practice. Laurence Colletti talks with Taylor Lecky and Nick Anderson about the selection process, and they also highlight some of this year’s winners.

Taylor Lecky is Customer Marketing Manager at Clio.

Nick Anderson is Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Clio.

Deep Dive into the 2024 Clio Legal Trends Report — Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 15:00:44 +0000

Unsurprisingly, this year’s Legal Trends Report significantly showcased AI’s ever-developing impacts in the legal world. To examine this and other major findings of the report, Christopher Anderson and Laurence Colletti welcome Clio’s Joshua Lenon to unpack and explain new trends. They discuss AI’s many uses and current acceptance amongst lawyers and clients, outline new billing trends, and more.

Joshua Lenon is an attorney and serves as lawyer-in-residence for Clio, providing legal scholarship and research skills to the cloud-based practice management platform.

Practical Clio Duo Automation for Your Law Firm — Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:15 +0000

One of the biggest splashes at this year’s ClioCon was the launch of Clio Duo, an AI-powered assistant to enhance your practice management software. Christopher Anderson sat down with Jonathan Watson to learn the ins and outs of this new tool and practical use-case scenarios for attorneys and law firm staff. They discuss a day in the life of Clio Duo and highlight some of its powerful features that increase productivity and efficiency in your legal practice.

Jonathan Watson is the Chief Technology Officer at Clio.

Harness Your Momentum with Jack Newton — Clio Cloud Conference 2024

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:00:07 +0000

The next few years promise to be hugely transformative for the legal industry, and attorneys who maintain a focus on their firm’s momentum are bound to have greater success. Jack Newton discusses technology trends and tactics that will help lawyers stay ahead of the game. He talks through AI’s impacts in the legal profession, Clio’s latest product updates and investments, and more.

Jack Newton is the CEO and co-founder of Clio.

LEX Summit 2024: Easy Marketing Ideas You Can Implement Today

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:30:27 +0000

Getting your law firm’s name in front of prospective clients is essential to your success, but it’s not always easy to make it happen. Craig Goldenfarb shares simple, easy to execute ideas for attorneys looking to market their law firms in creative ways. Craig shares tips for social media, community outreach, newsletters, swag, and more.

Craig Goldenfarb is founder and CEO at Gold Law.

LEX Summit 2024: Jordan Berman of Unbiased Podcast

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 19:30:15 +0000

Laurence Colletti welcomes Jordan Berman to discuss her path from attorney to podcaster. Jordan’s interest in both current events and the law drove her to launch Unbiased, a podcast that strives to provide impartial analysis and education on the latest items to hit the news. She describes her podcasting process, social media approach, and her hope to inform her listeners with balanced, factual information on current events.

LEX Summit 2024: KPIs, Industry Trends, and Takeaways with Ryan Anderson

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 18:00:37 +0000

In the past year, AI propelled change in almost every corner of the legal tech industry, but has it proven to be of great use to lawyers at this stage? Gyi Tsakalakis talks with Ryan Anderson of Filevine to discuss the latest trends in tech and what types of AI tools are actually creating new and better approaches to legal work. They also discuss the variability of KPIs across different practice areas and which ones may be major indicators of success in a law firm.

Ryan Anderson is the founder and CEO of Filevine, a project management and collaboration tool for lawyers and consumer professionals.

LEX Summit 2024: How to Sell Your Law Firm to Private Equity

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 21:00:11 +0000

The buying and selling of a law firm is a complicated transaction, and changes in certain areas of the legal industry are driving new sales. Seth Deutsch and Fred Litwiniuk talk through notes from their session on how to approach this process, with insights on both sides of the transaction. They discuss how to assess the strength and saleability of your firm, what data to leverage, and other elements essential to a successful sale.

Seth Deutsch is the President of US Operations for Litco LSO.

Fredric Litwiniuk is Chief Growth Officer at Litco LSO.

LEX Summit 2024: Profit-ology and the Art of Forecasting

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 18:30:57 +0000

Predicting your law firm’s revenue each month is tricky business for many attorneys, but it can be done with an informed approach and the right tools. Laurence Colletti welcomes Jacqueline Bretell to hear highlights from her conference session on forecasting business income. Jacqueline offers insights on leveraging your law firm’s metrics to effectively predict earnings and make better, more profitable decisions for your team.

Jacqueline Bretell is an attorney and CEO of Bighorn Law.

LEX Summit 2024: Driving ROI with AI

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 17:45:10 +0000

How are the latest AI advancements going to impact your law firm? Laurence Colletti talks with Filevine Legal Futurist Dr. Cain Elliot about highlights from his AI-centered session on implementing AI to improve the quality and delivery of legal services and increasing profitability. They discuss reliable go-to tools available in the legal tech sphere and what legal professionals should be doing to engage effectively with this quickly evolving technology.

Smokeball Bill: The Free Trust Accounting & Billing Software for State Bar of Texas

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 15:30:09 +0000

In conjunction with the State Bar of Texas, Smokeball is providing free trust accounting and billing software for all Texas attorneys. If you’re a Texas lawyer, this perk is available to you at no additional charge because of your state bar membership. Tune in to this episode and learn more about the features as well as where to access it.

TECHSHOW 2024: Optimizing Your Firm With Free and Low-Cost Solutions

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 18:00:51 +0000

Your firm is more likely to succeed with the right software in place, but not all lawyers have a large technology budget. Judge Barbara Leach shares cost-effective software solutions that can help lawyers grow their business and increase efficiency. Judge Leach emphasizes the importance of a basic investment in practice management software early in your firm’s development to seamlessly move from a few clients to many more. She also outlines the valuable resources both mandatory and voluntary bar associations have to offer their members.

Barbara Leach is a Circuit Court Judge in Orlando, Florida where she currently serves one of three Domestic Violence Divisions.

TECHSHOW 2024: One Bar License, Will Travel

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:00:45 +0000

Modernization is pushing us toward change, and one area of contention has been Model Rule of Professional Conduct 5.5 and related Unauthorized Practice of Law issues, particularly as they relate to multi-jurisdictional legal practice. Emma Raimi-Zlatic talks with Charity Anastasio and Micah Buchdahl about their session dedicated to the changing landscape of rule 5.5 and how things are shifting as the legal profession sees a greater need for multi-jurisdictional, national, and even global legal practice.

Charity Anastasio is a Practice and Ethics Counsel for the American Immigration Lawyers Association’s Practice and Professionalism Center in Washington D.C.

Micah U. Buchdahl is an attorney and President of HTMLawyers, a law marketing company based in Moorestown, New Jersey.

TECHSHOW 2024: AI in Action with Jack Newton

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:00:36 +0000

AI is increasingly laced into the daily processes of legal professionals, and it promises to become an even larger part of our lives for greater efficiency and reach in many aspects of the law. Jack Newton joins Laurence Colletti to discuss AI’s rapid advancements and how attorneys can manage its use in legal practice. They also discuss ethical concerns and the continued research and developments that will lead this technology into the future.

Jack Newton is the CEO and co-founder of Clio, a pioneer in cloud-based legal technology.

TECHSHOW 2024: From Manual to Marvelous – Streamlining Your Law Firm’s Billing with Automation

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 18:00:02 +0000

Billing pain points can severely impact a law firm’s success, but today’s technology can make all the difference. Laurence Colletti chats with Jordan Turk and Jayden Doyé to hear highlights from their session on law firm billing automation. They explain the disadvantages of manual billing and offer resources for attorneys to learn and implement automated billing software for greater efficiency and profitability in legal practice.

Jordan Turk is a practicing attorney in Texas and the Legal Technology Advisor at Smokeball.

T. Jayden Doyé is president of Prestige Accounting Solutions LLC.

TECHSHOW 2024: Applying Change Management to Technology Adoption in the Legal Profession

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 17:00:07 +0000

Change is hard, especially when your team is uncertain about a new process or uncomfortable with new tech implementations for your legal practice. Gyi Tsakalakis is joined by Danielle Hall and Matt Spiegel to discuss their TECHSHOW session focused on managing change well in your law firm. They discuss common mistakes that may lead to resistance and offer strategies for creating change management processes that encourage and support your team.

Danielle Hall is the Executive Director for the Kansas Lawyers Assistance Program.

Matt Spiegel is the co-founder and CEO of Lawmatics, an attorney-client relationship management platform.

TECHSHOW 2024: Beat the Clock – Technology to Save You Time and Keep You Young

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 21:15:48 +0000

Often, attorneys’ schedules are so packed that they feel overwhelmed by daily tasks, struggling to manage their time effectively. Lawyers want to have the time they need to do their work well, and Bill Ramsey and Phil Hampton are here to help. They talk about their session dedicated to time-saving practices for lawyers, outlining common struggles, tips for eliminating procrastination, and how a well-prioritized schedule can revolutionize your legal practice.

William T. Ramsey is an attorney at Neal & Harwell, where the primary focus of his practice is complex civil and criminal litigation.

Phillip Hampton is a legal technology consultant with over 30 years of experience in the field of information technology.

TECHSHOW 2024: LawToolBox’s Latest Updates and Integrations

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 19:30:08 +0000

Lawyers operating in the Microsoft ecosystem can make great use of Law Toolbox and its many integrations tailor made to help attorneys with legal practice and matter management. Karolina Sikorska chats with Carol Lynn Grow to learn more about the latest updates and innovations from Law Toolbox. They discuss AI integrations, document management, deadlines and scheduling, and much more.

Carol Lynn Grow is co-owner and chief operating officer at LawToolBox.

TECHSHOW 2024: Smokeball and Harnessing AI

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 19:15:52 +0000

You don’t want your law firm to get left behind! The AI renaissance is here, and you should do all you can to leverage its capabilities for your firm. Karolina Sikorska talks with Ruchie Chadha of Smokeball about her TECHSHOW session—The Revolutionary Firm: Combining Your Data and AI for Faster and Better Outcomes. Ruchie shares the new ways AI is being integrated into legal software to enhance workflows and optimize case management processes.

Ruchie Chadha is president of Smokeball US.

TECHSHOW 2024: Podcasting for Lawyers – Mastering the Medium with AI

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:00:24 +0000

Should you start a podcast for your law firm? Showcasing your expertise could be a great way to engage new clients, but where do you begin? Co-hosts Gyi Tsakalakis and Laurence Colletti chat with Patrick Wright and Mathew Kerbis about their TECHSHOW talk on podcasting for lawyers. They talk through a DIY approach to podcasting, discussing gear and technology, AI-powered workflows, content creation and scheduling, and other basics to help you consider whether a podcast might be right for your law firm.

Patrick A. Wright is managing partner of The Wright Firm, LLP, a law firm based in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex.

Mathew R. Kerbis is founder of Subscription Attorney LLC, a modern law firm affordable access to legal advice for business owners, freelancers, and everyday people.

Links:

Lunch Hour Legal Marketing

www.lawsubscribed.com

thewrightlawyers.com

TECHSHOW 2024: Litigation Anticipation – Best Practices For Organizing Your Trial Documents

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 17:00:49 +0000

It’s always best to assume that your case could go to trial, and, with that in mind, lawyers need to be prepared and organized throughout the entire matter. Host Lydia Malone welcomes Alicia Aquino and Heidi Barcus to learn tips from their TECHSHOW session on best practices for methodical trial document organization—highlighting technology use, creating and managing pre-trial documents, developing trial binders, and more.

Alicia Aquino is the CEO and Trial Technology Consultant with Aquino Trial Services.

Heidi Barcus is a healthcare trial attorney Lewis Thomason, P.C.

Legalweek 2024: Discovery Case Law Updates

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:30:39 +0000

The past year brought yet more happenings in discovery with shifts in technology and communication creating new challenges. To examine the newest case law and outline upcoming cases, panelists David Horrigan, Scott Milner, Jessica Tseng Hasen, Justice Tanya Kennedy, and Nirav Shah discuss highlights from their session. They explain the latest updates, emphasize the importance of tech competence, and discuss notable cases’ impacts on data law.

David Horrigan is Relativity’s discovery counsel and legal education director.

Scott A. Milner is a partner at Morgan Lewis & Bockus.

Jessica Tseng Hasen is Senior Counsel at Perkins Coie LLP.

Justice Tanya Kennedy is an Associate Justice of the Appellate Division, First Department of the New York State Supreme Court.

Nirav Shah is the eDiscovery Manager for The Home Depot.

Legalweek 2024: Generative AI, from Innovation to Impact

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:00:21 +0000

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 evolving tech are many questions about safe, effective uses that truly solve problems for legal professionals. InfoTrack’s CEO Ed Watts talks with Jamie Brown and Isha Morathe about current and hopeful deployments of GenAI to advance the profession, and then also address concerns over bias, security, and more.

Jamie Brown is Vice President of Global Advisory Services at Lighthouse

Isha Marathe is a Legal Technology Reporter at Legaltech News for ALM Media.

Legalweek 2024: Meeting the Data Demands of Litigation

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:30:54 +0000

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 growing data demands in litigation. He discusses his personal experience and shares methods and tools to help litigators tap into the full value of available technologies.

Karolina Sikorska is a sales manager at InfoTrack.

Elan Hersh is a Partner at Akerman LLP in its Litigation Practice Group and also leads Akerman’s eDiscovery Services team.

Legalweek 2024: Proposed Updates to Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:00:48 +0000

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 Curtis, and Chris Hurlebaus share insights from their panel discussion about the proposed changes’ impacts on legal professionals, including issues of privacy, cybersecurity, case management, filing deadlines, and more.

Links:

Lawyers for Civil Justice

Proposed Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Robert Levy is an attorney in the Law Department of Exxon Mobil Corporation.

Jeffrey McKenna is a Senior Privacy and eDiscovery Attorney in Orrick’s Chambers-recognized eDiscovery & Information Governance practice based in San Francisco.

Wendy Butler Curtis is Chief Innovation Officer at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP.

Chris Hurlebaus a Principal Technologist at Microsoft.

Legalweek 2024: AI and the American Arbitration Association

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 17:00:32 +0000

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 Beyea, and Diana Didia share their insights on AI solutions that address problems and pain points for lawyers and their clients. They discuss products developed at the American Arbitration Association and their all-in approach to leveraging AI’s potential in legal.

Bridget McCormack is President and CEO of the American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution.

Linda Beyea is the Vice President of Innovation at the American Arbitration Association.

Diana Didia is the Senior Vice President, Chief Information and Innovation Officer at American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution

Legalweek 2024: Key Insights on Legal Trends for Mid-Sized Firms

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 19:30:40 +0000

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 Legalweek session. Joshua explains challenges for mid-size firms and tips for overcoming them, including revenue lockup, billing and payments, technology adoption, AI, and more.

Links:

clio.com/enterprise

clio.com/ltr

Karolina Sikorska is a sales manager at InfoTrack.

Joshua Lenon is Clio’s Lawyer in Residence, and has worked on the front lines of legal technology innovation for more than a decade, helping to educate legal professionals on how they can better use technology to run their firms more efficiently and effectively.

Legalweek 2024: The Future State of the Industry

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 17:00:02 +0000

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 current and potential applications in the legal world as it moves from theoretical to practical uses.

Dan Lear is vice president of partnerships at InfoTrack.

Stephanie Wilkins is the Editor-in-Chief of Legaltech News at ALM.

Clio Cloud 2023: Amplifying Your Leadership Style in the Face of Adversity

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 20:00:48 +0000

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 his keynote speech at ClioCon 2023. Brian shares his story and offers insights on how resilience and perseverance can help us through difficult times.

Brian Banks is a former football player turned keynote speaker, life coach, and passionate advocate for criminal justice reform.

Clio Cloud 2023: How to Achieve Financial Organization for Your Law Firm

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:00:09 +0000

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 tailor to the financial needs of their law firms. They discuss budgeting, tracking income and expenses, billing software, working with an accountant, and much more.

T. Jayden Doyé is president of Prestige Accounting Solutions LLC.

Alex MacGillivray is the Vice President, Corporate Controller at Clio.

Clio Cloud 2023: 5 Tips to Level Up your Linkedin Profile

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 16:00:10 +0000

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 through the ideal LinkedIn profile and also offers tips for building your reputation, exuding authenticity, and forging meaningful relationships with peers.

Alison Demelis is head of Enterprise Sales Canada and has quickly become a pivotal member of the LinkedIn Family.

Clio Cloud 2023: How to Build an Anti-Fragile Law Firm

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 20:00:55 +0000

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 of creating an anti-fragile law firm. Nefra shares highlights from her session at ClioCon, featuring tips on being tech-forward, client-centered, and creative in your legal practice.

Nefra MacDonald is senior manager of strategic engagement at Clio.

Clio Cloud 2023: ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, and the Future of Law

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 20:00:33 +0000

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 Luria, Erin Walker, and Mitch Jackson to talk about their session dedicated to teaching lawyers how to implement AI technologies while also maintaining necessary ethical responsibilities. And no, robots aren’t replacing you! But, you do need to proactively work with AI and automation to keep your firm from getting left behind.

Ed Walters is the Chief Strategy Officer of vLex and the founder of Fastcase.

Alia Luria is managing partner at LNK Law, PLLC.

Erin Walker is the Director of Strategy and Enablement at Clio.

Mitch Jackson is a California trial attorney and private mediator.

Clio Cloud 2023: Unpacking the 2023 Legal Trends Report

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:00:07 +0000

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 of the profession and what attorneys can do to increase efficiency and profitability in their law firms. Laurence Colletti talks with Joshua Lenon about Clio’s 2023 Legal Trends Report to get an overview of this year’s findings.

Joshua Lenon is Clio’s Lawyer in Residence, with experience working on the front lines of legal technology innovation for more than a decade.

Clio Cloud 2023: Leveraging Dark Social for Your Law Firm

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:00:17 +0000

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 of contact with consumers that are virtually impossible to track, but these connections are still bringing new clients to your law firm. Conrad explains dark social strategies for lawyers and how they can build affinity for your firm and bring in new business.

Hear more from Gyi and Conrad on their podcast, Lunch Hour Legal Marketing!

Conrad Saam is founder of Mockingbird Marketing, an online marketing agency focused exclusively on the legal market.

Clio Cloud 2023: Impacts of AI at Clio

Ally Kvidt — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:00:46 +0000

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 from the ground up by Clio to comply with lawyers’ unique security needs. Patrick Palace talks with Hemant Kashyap about Duo and all the latest products Clio has to offer.

Hemant Kashyap is chief product officer at Clio.

Clio Cloud 2023: Best Practices for Running Client-Centered Law Firms

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 20:00:47 +0000

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 ClioCon, host Christopher Anderson talks to Pegeen Turner about her session on client-centered practices for your legal business. They chat about best practices for intake forms, technology, scheduling, and billing.

Pegeen Turner is the President of Legal Cloud Technology, a Raleigh-based legal technology firm.

Mentioned in this Episode:

legalcloudtechnology.com

Clio Cloud 2023: A Chat with Jack Newton

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:40:41 +0000

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 100 countries around the globe, Clio hopes to continue to leverage evolving technologies to positively impact the practice of law and improve access to justice worldwide. They also discuss Clio’s upcoming AI assistant, Clio Duo, and talk through the 2023 Clio Legal Trends Report and what the profession can glean from its findings.

Jack Newton is the CEO and co-founder of Clio, a pioneer in cloud-based legal technology.

CLA Annual Meeting – Solo and Small Law Firms

Ally Kvidt — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 11:00:39 +0000

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 Robby Klein and incoming Chair Josh Bonnici talk through the networking and programs offered by the section and their goals to help members grow as attorneys and as business owners.

Learn more at: Solo and Small Firms – California Lawyers Association

And check out their publications: The Practitioner and The Solo Advisor

CLA Annual Meeting – Family Law

Ally Kvidt — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 22:30:06 +0000

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 Family Law Chair Demetria Graves to discuss the current happenings in the section. Demetria highlights the upcoming “Anatomy of a Trial” program happening both in Oakland and Los Angeles, points members to the “Family Law News” publication, and explains where to find other CLE information.

Family Law Section – California Lawyers Association

CLA Annual Meeting – Litigation

Ally Kvidt — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:50:37 +0000

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 Section. Learn more about the new technology, increased diversity, and educational opportunities that help litigators do their best work.

Litigation Section – California Lawyers Association

CLA Annual Meeting – AI and Machine Learning with Dr. Chris Mattmann

Ally Kvidt — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 20:45:35 +0000

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 this the case? Lindsey Dean talks with Dr. Chris Mattmann about why AI is having this watershed moment and what lawyers need to do to stay informed about AI tech and its uses in legal practice.

Learn more about Dr. Mattmann at: mattmann.ai

2023 California Lawyers Association Annual Meeting – Practice Management and Technology

Ally Kvidt — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 21:45:26 +0000

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 offer resources and education to lawyers in need of technology to suit modern legal practice. Joy highlights the Technology Demo Lab, which helps lawyers understand the problems they face in legal practice and discover new solutions.

Learn more at: Law Practice Management and Technology – California Lawyers Association

CLA Annual Meeting – New Lawyers

Legal Talk Network — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:47:18 +0000

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 section chair Jake Zindulka about the ins and outs of the section and his top advice for new lawyers. He also highlights the importance of networking opportunities and how they help new lawyers develop relationships within the professional community.

Get the support you need during the first 8 years of legal practice! Learn more at: New Lawyers – California Lawyers Association

CLA Annual Meeting – Real Property Law

Legal Talk Network — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:28:11 +0000

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 issues arising in this area of the law and highlights events, webinars, practice solutions, and more that his committee provides for members.

Learn more at Real Property Law – California Lawyers Association and listen to their podcast-style webinar, What’s Up With Us?

CLA Annual Meeting – A Conversation with Jeremy Evans & Betty Williams

Legal Talk Network — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:11:25 +0000

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 its uniquely crafted goals aimed at being a unifying force amongst California attorneys. They also share insights on upcoming projects and future goals.

Learn more at: California Lawyers Association

TECHSHOW 2023: NFTs, Web3, and IP Law

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 18:50:15 +0000

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 Neer McDonald talk through their TECHSHOW presentation on trademark and copyright issues arising from NFTs and Web3 and share how to assess goals and uses for virtual content to decide what protections a creator may need.

Diane Littlejohn is an attorney currently serving as the Executive Director of the Technology Law and Policy Center at North Carolina Central University School of Law.

Kristen G. Roberts, Founder & Managing Attorney at Trestle Law, APC is a California-based intellectual property attorney who helps business owners build a bridge from their brands to their bank accounts.

Jessica Neer McDonald is founder of intellectual property law firm Neer McD PLLC, based in Miami, Florida

TECHSHOW 2023: Public Hearing on Proposals to Amend Rules of Professional Conduct 5.4 and 5.5

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:15:36 +0000

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, and Ed Walters share highlights from their keynote—a fictional public hearing—debating the idea of modifying attorney Rules of Professional Conduct to address challenges in access to justice and legal service delivery.

Lynda Shely, of The Shely Firm, PC, Scottsdale, Arizona, provides ethics and risk management advice to lawyers and law firms.

Darth Vaughn serves as Litigation Counsel and leads the Legal Innovation & Technology Operations team for Ford Motor Company’s Office of General Counsel.

Jayne Reardon is the former executive director of the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.

Ed Walters is the CEO and co-founder of Fastcase.

TECHSHOW 2023: Using AI in Litigation

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:10:24 +0000

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 and other AI can be used as tools to aid attorneys in legal practice. They discuss concerns with accuracy and bias and also explore the many positive opportunities presented by this burgeoning tech.

Pablo Arredondo is co-founder and chief innovation officer at Casetext.

Stephen Embry is a member of Frost Brown Todd LLC and part of the firm’s class action, privacy, and mass tort groups.

TECHSHOW 2023: Web3 and Law Firm Financials

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:05:37 +0000

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 forms of payment? Jessica Neer McDonald and Jamie Szal give an overview of blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3 payment sources and explain their legal and ethical implications for law firms.

Jessica Neer McDonald is founder of intellectual property law firm Neer McD PLLC, based in Miami, Florida.

Jamie Szal is a partner at Brann & Isaacson, where she focuses her practice on assisting businesses in all aspects of state and local tax controversy.

TECHSHOW 2023: The Fourth Dimension – Law in the Metaverse

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:00:54 +0000

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, Diane Littlejohn, and Mathew Kerbis talk us through the basics of the metaverse and its expanding need for legal services.

Diane Littlejohn is an attorney currently serving as the Executive Director of the Technology Law and Policy Center at North Carolina Central University School of Law.

Mathew R. Kerbis is an associate attorney at Condon & Cook, LLC focusing his practice in civil litigation defense of first-party and third-party insurance and personal injury matters.

TECHSHOW 2023: Integrations In Law Practice

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 17:45:54 +0000

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 about the benefits of these partnerships and how they help lawyers streamline processes and develop efficient, profitable legal practices.

Tressa Schultze leads product and integration strategy at MyCase.

Catherine Stock is partnerships manager at InfoTrack US.

TECHSHOW 2023: Insights From the Legaltech Visionaries Panel

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 17:30:10 +0000

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 talk about dealing with fast-paced change, the pursuit of vision in the face of adversity, and engaging with technology to craft a better future.

Jazz Hampton is CEO and general counsel at TurnSignl.

Erin Levine is a certified family law specialist, owner of Levine Family Law Group, and founder of Hello Divorce.

Kimberly Bennett is the Co-Founder of Fidu, a client experience platform.

Jack Newton is the CEO and co-founder of Clio, a pioneer in cloud-based legal technology.

ABA TECHSHOW 2023: The Lowdown

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:33:56 +0000

Gyi Tsakalakis gives the lowdown for ABA TECHSHOW sessions, events, and special speakers. Stay tuned for Chicago travel-foodie tips, plus a skosh of stoic wisdom. #Mirth

Junk Science in Our Criminal Justice System

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:05:36 +0000

Many of the forensic sciences featured in shows like the ‘Forensic Files’ have been debunked and are now considered to be ‘Junk Science’… but that doesn’t mean that the people convicted under them are suddenly free. The Innocence Project’s Chris Fabricant is a nationally acclaimed author and expert on the use of forensic science. He and our executive producer Laurence Colletti sit down to discuss “Junk Science” and how it sent many innocent people to prison for crimes they didn’t commit.

Chris Fabricant is the author of ‘Junk Science and the American Criminal Justice System’.

Launching SideBar

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:51:49 +0000

Meet the hosts and producer-composer for SideBar, our new podcast covering Constitutional and Civil Rights. Never boring, this show features acclaimed authors, notable commentators, expert lawyers, and law professors. Don’t touch that dial… Episode 1 with author and political activist David Pepper plays right after this episode!

It’s the Statehouses Stupid!

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:14:19 +0000

It’s the Statehouses. Stupid. So says David Pepper, the author of Laboratories of Autocracy: A Wake-Up Call from Behind the Lines. State legislatures, often ignored, play a significant role in deciding our rights, including the right to vote. Join SideBar co-hosts law school deans Jackie Gardina and Mitch Winick as they discuss current challenges to the American political system and Constitutional rights with author, lawyer, and politician David Pepper as the podcast’s inaugural guest. {Part 1 of 2}

Clio Cloud 2022: Building Influence thru Relationships & Persuasion with Robert Cialdini

Legal Talk Network — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 22:05:45 +0000

Tune in for highlights from Robert Cialdini’s closing keynote address at ClioCon 2022. Host Christopher Anderson talks with Robert about his scientific research into influence. Robert discusses the many effects of influence in the world, shares his Six Principles of Persuasion, and explains how solid, meaningful relationships help us build our influence both personally and professionally.

Robert Cialdini is president of INFLUENCE AT WORK and a New York Times bestselling author.

Clio Cloud 2022: What Lies Ahead for Legal with Jack Newton

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:45:04 +0000

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 for the coming months. Jack Newton discusses the concept of anti-fragility and its place as a mental model for law firms as they face an uncertain future. Jack outlines how deliberate preparation can help your law firm thrive in the midst of opposition.

Jack Newton is CEO and co-founder of Clio.

Clio Cloud 2022: How to Design Scalable Legal Services

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:35:50 +0000

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 focused on scalable legal services. Tim shares his firm’s journey from solo to over 30 attorneys and offers time-tested tips for steady growth.

Timothy C. Parlatore is the founder and Managing Partner of Parlatore Law Group.

Clio Cloud 2022: Managing Client Expectations for Long Term Success

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:30:09 +0000

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 simple strategies for managing client expectations and providing a better customer experience.

Shreya Ley is a Lawyer-Human with LayRoots.
Colin Ley is an asset protection attorney with LayRoots.

Clio Cloud 2022: How to Succeed with Social Media Marketing

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 03:40:33 +0000

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 developing your online presence to strengthen your credibility and reach new clients. Tune in for their thoughts on crafting entertaining, educational, and empowering content.

Michelle Fonseca-Kamana is the Founder and Principal Attorney at West Coast Lemons APC, a law firm specializing in California lemon law.
Adam S. Juratovac is a California employment law attorney.

Clio Cloud 2022: Finding Balance – How to Make the Most of Your Time

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 03:31:40 +0000

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 we so often struggle to plan a realistic schedule and gives tactics for proactive, accurate planning techniques that help you achieve your goals.

Olivia Vizachero, a former BigLaw commercial litigator and criminal defense attorney, runs The Less Stressed Lawyer, a boutique life coaching practice for lawyers.

Clio Cloud 2022: Reisman Award Winner Geeta Daswani – Excellence in Client Service

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 03:24:46 +0000

“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 her firm’s best practices for thoughtful and efficient client interactions. Geeta explains how careful listening and good communication can help any business provide a great customer experience.

Geeta Daswani is founder at The Daswani Law Co. Ltd., providing legal support to ethical and sustainable businesses.

Clio Cloud 2022: Reisman Award Winner Andrew Rudder – Best New Law Firm

Legal Talk Network — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 03:19:42 +0000

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. Andrew shares his passion for social justice and his hope to provide greater access to justice for people of color.

Andrew Rudder is founder of Rudder Law, a Canadian firm focused on Catastrophic Impairment Law.

Clio Cloud 2022: Hire for Success – Best Practices for Growing Your Team

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 15:00:55 +0000

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 you more money. Sounds like a win all around. Kristin Tyler shares insights on current hiring trends and outlines how to connect with the right talent for your team.

Kristin Tyler is co-founder and chief brand officer at LAWCLERK, where attorneys go to hire freelance lawyers.

Clio Cloud 2022: Innovation in the Courts with Judge Schlegel

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:00:51 +0000

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 one of the most advanced courts in the United States for delivering justice online. Tune in for his tips on how any jurisdiction in the country can modernize its justice system for under a thousand dollars. Go to https://www.onlinejudge.us/ for all of Judge Schlegel’s recommendations.

Judge Scott U. Schlegel was elected to the 24th Judicial District Court in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana in May 2013. He currently serves as the President of the Louisiana District Judges Association and Chair of the Louisiana Supreme Court Technology Commission.

Clio Cloud 2022: How Content Creation Can Grow Your Law Firm

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:00:43 +0000

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 plunge into online content creation and grow your brand. They discuss the pitfalls of unapproachable marketing and share tactics for sharing your authentic self through social media, video, podcasts, and more.

Camille Moore is president of Third Eye Insights.
Phillip Millar is an attorney and senior strategic consultant at Third Eye Insights.

Clio Cloud 2022: How to Get Paid for Your Legal Services—Without the Chase

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 01:00:12 +0000

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 Trinidad about getting paid without the hassle. They outline the importance of meeting clients where they’re at, embracing flexible billing strategies, and using online billing for quick and easy payments.

Adrian Francis is a Group Product Manager across Oil & Gas, Supply Chain, and Legal at Clio.
Raquel Trinidad is Manager of Product Marketing at Clio.

Clio Cloud 2022: Automating Workflows with Zapier

Legal Talk Network — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:53 +0000

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 your workflows.

Foojan Shabrang is a Junior IT Specialist at Clio.
Scott Hamilton is a Data Migration Specialist at Clio.

Clio Cloud 2022: How to Use PR to Build Your Law Firm’s Brand

Legal Talk Network — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:30:03 +0000

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. They discuss the importance of honing your message to build a specific brand and how to reach out to your target audience through PR campaigns, media exposure, and more.

Joe Patrice is an editor at Above the Law.
Pamela Smith is manager of corporate communications at Clio.