Legaltech Week 01/17/2025: Tom Goldstein case, Harvey's mysterious $3B valuation, and more
Jan 23, 2025
Join Joe Patrice, a legal journalist and host of Thinking Like a Lawyer, Stephen Embry, a tech law writer and co-chair of the ABA 2025 Tech Show, and Niki Black, a legal tech columnist, as they dive into hot topics like the Tom Goldstein case involving serious allegations and ethical implications in legal technology. They also share insights from CES 2025, discuss AI layoffs in New York, and unpack Harvey's controversial $3 billion valuation, questioning its sustainability amidst fierce competition.
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Goldstein's Indictment
- Tom Goldstein, SCOTUSblog co-founder, faces federal tax charges.
- Allegations include hiding gambling winnings, misusing firm funds, and paying non-working mistresses.
Bookkeeping Automation Risks
- Automating bookkeeping in smaller firms raises ethical concerns.
- Fewer human checks increase the risk of undetected fraud.
Goldstein's Legal Tech Strategy
- Tom Goldstein used SCOTUSblog to promote himself as a Supreme Court expert.
- This legal tech approach transformed Supreme Court coverage.