Law Subscribed (117) Access to Justice + Subscriptions with Bob Glaves of the Chicago Bar Foundation
Bob Glaves, the executive director at the Chicago Bar Foundation (CBF) for over 25 years, reflects on his journey from private practice to leading a foundation dedicated to promoting access to justice and supporting pro bono and legal aid efforts. Bob describes the numerous initiatives and challenges the CBF has undertaken, including the Justice Entrepreneurs Project (JEP), which helps public service-minded lawyers launch innovative practices to serve unmet legal needs. He highlights the significant market gap between those who qualify for legal aid and those who can afford traditional legal services, noting that initiatives like JEP aim to help entrepreneurial lawyers fill this void by adopting alternative business models and smart use of technology.
Bob also delves into the implications of AI and technology on the legal profession, stressing the importance of adaptive pricing models like subscription services and fixed fees. He emphasizes that the traditional billable hour model is becoming less viable, particularly as AI dramatically reduces the time needed for many legal tasks. Bob advocates for modernizing the regulatory environment and legal education to better prepare lawyers for these changes, noting that partnerships and networks, such as the Above the Line network, play a crucial role in supporting innovative legal practices. He underscores the pressing need for the profession to embrace change to better serve a broader spectrum of clients while maintaining ethical standards and delivering high-quality legal services.
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