Legaltech Week

This week, Joe Patrice, a legal journalist from Above the Law, joins Stephanie Wilkins, content director at Legal Tech Hub, Niki Black, a legal tech columnist, and Victor Li, assistant managing editor at the ABA Journal. They tackle the eyebrow-raising topic of $2,000 paralegals and how AI is reshaping the legal billing landscape. The group discusses New York's new rules on AI evidence admissibility and the troubling implications of chatbot addiction on mental health, touching on a tragic lawsuit connected to AI.

Each week, the leading journalists in legal tech choose their top stories of the week to discuss with our other panelists. This week's topics: 00:00 - Introductions 02:00 - Thoughts on the Netdocs user conference (Selected by Joe Patrice and Stephen Embry) 11:01 - Everlaw Summit: My thoughts on attending this conference in SF this week (Selected by Bob Ambrogi) 19:22 - Thomson Reuters Launches Program To Provide CoCounsel AI to Legal Services and Legal Nonprofits (Selected by Bob Ambrogi) 25:00 - Attorney vs. lawyer (Selected by Niki Black) 37:10 - Florida's Professional Conduct Rules Will Include AI—But Was It Needed? (Selected by Niki Black) 41:13 - Wolters Kluwer Future Ready Lawyer (Selected by Bob Ambrogi)

This week features Joe Patrice, a legal journalist from Above the Law, Victor Lee, assistant managing editor for the ABA Journal, Greg Lambert, legal tech contributor, and Steve Lerner from Law360 Pulse. They dive into highlights from the Knowledge Management & Innovation conference and discuss Rob Lowe headlining Legal Week. The panel also addresses the shocking ousting of UnitedLex's CEO amid scandal and shares insights on law firms struggling to master basic tasks, shedding light on the evolving dynamics in legal tech.

The panelists dive into a playful debate about a key figure's beard, humorously exploring its cultural significance. They tackle the impact of generative AI on legal tasks, discussing how it can free lawyers for higher-level work. The conversation shifts to the importance of ethical communication in a tech-driven world and the implications of recent legal tech investments. They also examine cloud provider vetting, law tech consolidation, and the potential of AI to bridge the justice gap, balancing optimism and concerns about the industry's future.

This week, legal tech journalists dive into the FTC's $193,000 fine against DoNotPay for misleading claims about its 'robot lawyer' service. They discuss Rocket Lawyer's groundbreaking approval for non-lawyer ownership in Arizona, pondering its impact on access to legal services. AI's growing influence on eDiscovery is explored, along with the potential for generative AI to revolutionize pro bono work. Lively anecdotes from the Relativity Fest create a vibrant atmosphere, blending humor with serious discussions about justice and technology.

Discover the intriguing dynamics of law practice management technology and its consolidation trends, affecting solo practitioners. Explore how AI might disrupt the traditional billable hour and the frustrations mid-level associates face with outdated tech. Uncover the impact of LinkedIn's data usage on user privacy and tips for managing it. Plus, get travel advice for taking electronics to Mexico, mixed with entertaining anecdotes and insights into evolving legal practices.

Each week, the leading journalists in legal tech choose their top stories of the week to discuss with our other panelists. This week's topics: 00:00 - Introductions 03:01 - Special guests from vLex: Ed Walters, chief strategy officer, and Robin Chesterman, global head of product, will join to discuss to discuss the major updates to Vincent AI 29:38 - Filevine Conference recap, and Filevine's Depo CoPilot 39:00 - Nonlawyer entities could provide legal services in Washington in proposed pilot program (Selected by Victor Li) 43:30 - Legal Ethics in the AI Era: The NYC Bar Weighs In (Selected by Niki Black) 45:00 - Florida calls out Gen Ai specifically in competency, confidentiality and supervisory rule. Is it a good thing (Selected by Stephen Embry)

Bob Ambrogi, a leading voice in legal tech journalism, and Joe Patrice, a prominent legal tech expert, bring their unique insights to the table. They recap the vibrant ILTACON event, diving into the buzz around generative AI, highlighting both excitement and skepticism. The discussion shifts to emerging tech innovations like CoCounsel 2.0 versus LexisNexis, emphasizing industry trends over individual tools. Along the way, they share humorous anecdotes about conference chaos and personal dining experiences that add a lighthearted touch to their serious analysis.

A retired partner from Jones Day shares his sharp insights on current legal and tech dilemmas. He critiques the Google antitrust ruling, warning against mishandling evidence in corporate cases. The discourse also delves into a David-and-Goliath trial challenging Thomson Reuters' copyright practices. Additionally, the conversation highlights the rise of 'AI wrappers' in technology and debates their authenticity, while Texas moves towards allowing paraprofessionals to provide legal services, aiming to enhance access to justice.

Victor Li, a leading journalist in legal tech, joins Jean O'Grady, an expert on law librarianship, to discuss hot topics in the industry. They delve into the ABA's new ethics opinion on AI use, emphasizing the need for transparency and integrity in legal practice. O'Grady highlights the booming job market for law librarians, driven by advancements in AI and technology. The conversation reveals the evolving role of librarians in legal firms, showcasing their importance amidst the changing landscape of legal research and staffing trends.