Legal Innovation Spotlight 15 - The Knowledge Management & Innovation Handbook with Patrick Dundas of Akin
In this episode, we engage in a conversation with Patrick Dundas, a pioneer in the legal tech space. We delve into Patrick's journey from launching funds to leading knowledge management, exploring the inception, challenges, and monumental success of creating an indispensable resource for legal professionals. Tune in and be part of the conversation driving the legal profession's future.
In this episode, Patrick shares insights on how to:
Enhance workflow efficiency with the latest legal knowledge management practices
Stay ahead of the curve through cutting-edge innovations
Build a comprehensive legal forms library to boost firm productivity and document access
Explore the legal tech book process and expand your audience reach
Master the use of law firm collaboration tools and strategies
Key takeaways:
The "Knowledge Management and Innovation" handbook offers an unparalleled compendium of insights from 46 experts, bridging the gap for legal professionals transitioning into KM roles and providing a comprehensive resource essential for navigating the intricacies of legal tech and knowledge management.
The handbook's deliberate avoidance of assumptions about the reader's level of knowledge, its comprehensive coverage from basic to advanced topics, and its invitation for community engagement make it a valuable and unique resource for anyone involved in legal knowledge management, providing a cohesive and authoritative reference work for the field's diverse needs.
Integrating AI tools like Copilot into legal practices faces document storage complexities, but they offer immediate value in business settings, while SharePoint is unlikely to replace dedicated document management systems in law firms, emphasizing the need for tailored technology solutions for legal environments.
About the guest, Patrick Dundas:
Patrick is a partner at Akin's Investment Management practice in New York, specializing in legal knowledge management (KM) to enhance client value. Leading the market intelligence and legal practice infrastructure initiative, he collaborates across departments to maximize the firm's collective knowledge for client benefit. With a background in advising private funds and investment advisers, Patrick offers expertise in fund formation, regulatory compliance, and securities laws matters. Additionally, he is recognized for his contributions to legal technology and knowledge management through various publications, speeches, and affiliations.
“I wanted to tell a story that had to be told by a community and couldn't be told by one person.” – Patrick Dundas
Connect with Patrick Dundas:
Book: Knowledge Management & Innovation: A Manual for Law Firms and Other Legal Services Organizations: https://www.amazon.com/Knowledge-Management-Innovation-Services-Organizations/dp/1402441703
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-dundas-7ba56b5/
Connect with Ted Theodoropoulos:
Website: https://getinfodash.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedtheo