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Ep 249: How The Free Law Project Works to Expand Access to Legal Information, with Cofounder Michael Lissner

May 21, 2024
41:02
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Learn how the Free Law Project, led by cofounder Michael Lissner, is using technology and data to expand access to legal information. Discover CourtListener and RECAP, their flagship projects providing free court orders and filings. Hear about their mission to promote transparency, support investigative journalism, and revolutionize the legal sector through innovative tools and partnerships.
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Quick takeaways

  • Free Law Project aims to drive competition in the legal sector through free access and innovative technology.
  • Expansion plans include adding state court documents and parallel citations to enhance research capabilities.

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Role of Free Law Project in Providing Legal Data

The Free Law Project focuses on providing free access to legal materials and enhancing legal research and innovation through technology, data, and advocacy. The organization aims to drive competition in the legal sector by collecting and sharing data openly, offering bulk files, and making APIs available for diverse legal purposes, such as tax work and in-house counsel support.

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