The Geek In Review

Damien Riehl from vLex discusses new AI features that streamline legal research and reduce prompt engineering. The platform now auto-extracts key info from legal documents, saving time. He believes AI should eliminate the need for prompt engineering, focusing on higher-level tasks instead.

Joe Breda, President of Bloomberg Law, and Mat Rotenberg, CEO of Dashboard Legal, discuss Bloomberg's acquisition of Dashboard Legal to enhance legal workflow solutions. They emphasize the integration of project management and collaboration tools, including generative AI, for a comprehensive legal workstation. The platform aims to serve large law firms, small to mid-sized firms, and in-house legal departments by addressing data privacy concerns while harnessing the power of AI.

Ken Jones and Josh Smith discuss the upcoming ILTA EVOLVE conference focusing on generative AI and cybersecurity in the legal industry. They highlight the challenges of balancing AI benefits with data protection responsibilities. The conference offers intimate discussions, keynotes by industry experts, and educational sessions. The event aims to explore secure and compliant AI models while enhancing legal services.

Karen and David Skinner of Gimbal Consulting discuss their journey in legal tech, focusing on Lean Six Sigma methodologies to streamline lawyers' practices. They highlight the challenges and rewards of working together closely, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance and strong personal relationships. The podcast also explores AI implementation, efficient legal pricing strategies, and navigating technology solutions in entrepreneurship.

Ryan McClead and Kate Boyd of Sente Advisors share their journey in legal tech, from starting at law firms to launching their own company. They discuss the challenges and benefits of being partners in both work and life, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and supporting each other.

In this conversation, Kelly Griswold, CEO of Onna, highlights the critical role of data management in legal tech innovation. With a focus on internal collaboration apps, Kelly discusses how Onna empowers enterprises by transforming unstructured data into actionable insights. She delves into the challenges of data access and the importance of building a robust data foundation. The dialogue also covers the surge in private equity in the legal tech field and the future of technology in legal workflows, emphasizing automation and natural language processing.

High school sweethearts turned legal tech power couple, Michael and Jill Bommarito of 273 Ventures, discuss the benefits and challenges of working together. They share insights on developing Large Language Models ethically, managing work-life boundaries, and the reactions they receive from others on their unique partnership.

Dan Lear, VP of Partnerships at InfoTrack, shares his expertise on the evolving legal tech scene from LegalWeek 2024. He discusses the shifting focus from eDiscovery to a variety of technologies, reflecting a surge in innovation. The conversation pivots to the transformative role of AI in law, emphasizing its integration into workflows rather than as a replacement for professionals. Lear also highlights InfoTrack's support for small to medium-sized firms, showcasing how cloud-based solutions can streamline litigation and enhance efficiency.

Nikki Shaver and Chris Ford, the dynamic couple behind Legal Technology Hub, share their inspiring journey of love and innovation. They discuss the frustration that led to creating a centralized platform for legal tech solutions during the pandemic. Balancing their careers and family life, they highlight the importance of collaboration in both personal and professional realms. The couple also dives into global attitudes towards AI in legal tech, showcasing the U.S. as a frontrunner in adoption, fueled by trust in local technology.

The podcast discusses the one-year anniversary of CoCounsel, a generative AI legal research tool, with insights from Pablo Arredondo. They talk about the challenges and successes of implementing AI in legal research, the rapid pivot to GPT-4 technology, and the broader implications of generative AI for the legal industry.