In this episode of Automates, Ben talks to self-confessed 'data junkie' Andrew Hutchinson, founder of Databall about the business of law and all things data. 

Their conversation covers:

• Whether or not law firms actually run as effective commercial businesses
• Technology's increased influence over strategic direction
• Data lakes/swamps/ponds and why firms need to set up data repositories
• The excitement of working in legaltech right now, and;
• Andrew's top tips for new startup founders including:
  • Finding investors who 'get it'
  • Security, security, security and;
  • Knowing yourself well enough to get s*** done!