The Kennedy-Mighell Report Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Sarah McCormick
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Jun 13, 2025 In this discussion, Sarah McCormick, Director of Legal Service Delivery at Honigman LLP, shares her expertise in legal operations and technology. She emphasizes the significance of integrating AI to enhance legal practices and improve client services. Sarah also explores the challenges of adapting legal education to include essential soft skills alongside tech knowledge. Her unique career path offers insights into navigating legal project management and effective communication within the tech-savvy legal landscape.
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Sarah's Legal Project Management Start
- Sarah McCormick began her legal career in legal project management right after law school, bypassing traditional legal practice.
- She helped build a due diligence center by leveraging people, process, and technology for a robust team at Honigman LLP.
Effective Lawyer Tech Communication
- Build trusted relationships with lawyers to ease technology adoption rather than just pushing apps.
- Show practical examples related to their practice to spark interest and buy-in.
Technology Competence Varies Widely
- Technology competence varies by practice area; patent lawyers are often more tech-forward due to their clients' needs.
- Lawyers must understand AI tool types and prompting techniques to effectively and safely use AI.