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People in LegalLaw Beyond the Black Box: Mona Chiha on Fair, Transparent AIIn this episode of the People in Legal podcast, host Chantal McNaught speaks with Mona Chiha, a pioneer in legal technology and the founder of JurisTechni. Mona shares her journey from finance to law, her passion for creating ethical AI solutions, and her commitment to making justice accessible and transparent. The conversation explores the importance of explainable AI in the legal field, the challenges of litigation funding, and the impact of community-driven initiatives. Mona's inspiring story emphasises the power of individual contributions to create positive change in the world....
2025-12-1833 min
People in LegalFrom Paginators to AI: Angus Murray on the Future of LawAngus Murray joins host Chantal McNaught to explore what it really means to practice law in a world of rapid technological change, AI tools, and growing pressure to treat law as a business first and a profession second.From a childhood conversation with his grandmother in England to a Masters in Stockholm and a career at the intersection of technology, privacy and human rights, Angus shares how his path in law has always come back to one theme: keeping humans at the centre. He and Chantal delve into why some of the “boring” aspects of legal work stil...
2025-12-1126 min
People in LegalStart Small and Succeed Big with AI Adoption Practices - Law and Beyond with Karrina MountfortIn this episode of The Law and Beyond Show, host Chantal McNaught sits down with Karrina Mountfort, founder of Webbased AI and The AI Assembly, to explore how AI can transform businesses while keeping people and processes at the core. Karina shares her journey from decades in tech innovation to building a supportive AI hub in New Zealand, dedicated to helping individuals and SMEs adopt technology with confidence.Together they discuss:Why AI adoption succeeds or failsThe importance of starting small and including people in the journeyKey principles...
2025-12-0428 min
People in LegalEvery Firm Needs an Engineer: Ashley Kelso on People, Process, TechnologyIn this episode of the Law and Beyond Show, Chantal McNaught interviews Ashley Kelso, a mechatronics engineer turned lawyer and legal tech entrepreneur. Ashley will take you on his unique journey from engineering to law, the importance of an engineering mindset in legal practice, and the challenges of adopting technology in the legal field. The conversation also touches on ethics in decision-making, collaboration in law, and advice for those looking to innovate in LegalTech. Chantal and Ash unpack:What motivated Ash to transition from engineering to law due to career stagnation in engineering...
2025-11-2730 min
People in LegalFrom Talk to Action: Inside ALPMA’s Changing Legal Landscape with Carl OlsonHost Chantal McNaught talks with Dye & Durham’s APAC MD, Carl Olson, about ALPMA’s Changing Legal Landscape report. They discuss the near-ubiquitous AI trial among practitioners, widening governance gaps, the sharp rise in wellbeing initiatives, and the real psychological load of cybersecurity incidents. Carl outlines what forward-facing firms are actually doing: holistic programmes that blend policy, process, capability-building, and technology. The conversation also challenges assumptions about flexible work and the four-day week, and why the best research often leaves us with more questions than tidy answers.Carl and Chantal reveal:The scope of t...
2025-11-2030 min
People in LegalLegal research, LPM, and AI — finally unified𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗜 — 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲?At 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝘆𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆, we spoke with Ronnie Gurion, COO of Clio, about the company’s next chapter — one shaped by bold acquisitions, AI innovation, and an unwavering focus on culture.💡 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: 👉 The vLex acquisition brings the world’s largest legal research database and AI assistant (Vincent AI) into Clio’s ecosystem. 👉 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 combines practice management, legal research, and AI-powered insights into one unified experience. 👉 The launch of 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 signals a strong push into the large-firm and in-house counsel market. 👉 Despite rapid growth, Clio’s foundation remains its 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴, 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 — one that prizes alignment, integrity, and collaboration.Ronnie summed it up best: “𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙣𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙮 500 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙤, 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙠𝙮’𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩 — 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙬𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚.”Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview of Clio's Strategy02:38The VLex Acquisition and Its Significa
2025-11-1308 minPeople in LegalClio aims to transform the legal experience for all - Jack Newton𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝟳𝟳% 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼 𝘂𝗻𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 — 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗽?At 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝘆𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆, Jack Newton, CEO of Clio, shared how their vision goes far beyond legal software — it’s about transforming the entire legal experience for all.AI, he believes, will play a pivotal role in bridging the justice gap by:👉 Reducing the friction and cost of accessing legal help. 👉 Helping consumers recognise when they have a legal issue. 👉 Empowering lawyers to deliver better outcomes, faster and more efficiently. 👉 Unifying the business and practice of law into one intelligent platform.As Jack put it, “𝗔𝗜 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 — 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗿 — 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 $𝟯 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆.”In a world where technology often feels distant, this conversation was a reminder that AI in law isn’t about replacing humans — it’s about helping more people get the help they deserve.Chapters00:00Trends in Legal Technology02:45Access to Justice and AI's Role05:16Transforming Legal Services for Consumers#PeopleInLegal #Clio #LegalTech #AccessToJustice hashtag#AI #Innovation #LegalIndustry #ClioInnovateLegal #LegalExperience
2025-11-0708 min
People in LegalThrough a Grubby Window: Jack Scott on Blindness, Advocacy, and Criminal LawCONTENT WARNING: We kept some details in this episode to maintain the genuine grit of criminal law practice. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of the Law and Beyond Show, host Chantal McNaught sits down with Jack Scott, Senior Prosecutor with the Queensland Police Service, to explore the fascinating and often gritty world of criminal law.Jack shares how his journey to the courtroom was anything but straightforward. Jack walks through his experience of struggling with vision impairment and leaving private practice, to nearly dropping out of law...
2025-10-3034 min
People in LegalLaw as a Business & Law as a Profession: Leadership in 2025 and BeyondWE'RE BACK: In this episode of The Law and Beyond Show, host Chantal McNaught sits down with internationally respected consultant, speaker, and author Simon Tupman.After an early career as a solicitor in England, Simon transitioned into consulting and has spent over three decades helping law firms and legal professionals navigate challenges of leadership, business structure, and cultural change. His latest book, The Heart of Practice, distils insights from leaders across the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, tackling the profession’s greatest Achilles heel: leadership.Simon and Chantal ex...
2025-10-1632 minPeople in LegalPeople in Legal - Women + Ai Summit - Anna🎙 People in Legal – 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 + 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 💡At the Women + AI Summit, David Woolstencroft spoke with Anna Golovsky about her role in legal tech, the value of diversity, and the practical challenges of AI adoption.From starting small with proof of concepts to building strong vendor partnerships, the conversation highlighted how curiosity, collaboration, and active engagement are essential to transforming legal service delivery.💡 Key takeaways: ↳ 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 ↳ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ↳ 𝗥𝗢𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗜 ↳ 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 ↳ 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹🙌 Thanks to Terri Mottershead, Cat Moon, Caryn Sandler, The Centre for Legal Innovation, Vanderbilt University Law School, and Gilbert + Tobin for making the Women + AI Summit such an impactful event.
2025-08-2012 minPeople in LegalPeople in Legal - Women + Ai Summit - Bernadette Hyland-Wood, PhDAt the Women + AI Summit, David Woolstencroft spoke with Bernadette Hyland-Wood, PhD about integrating AI in legal practices, from the promise and pitfalls of Microsoft Copilot to the importance of regulation, education, and ethics for small law firms.They also explored the role of women in technology, the power of community support, and why AI should complement—not replace—human expertise.💡 Key takeaways: ↳ Responsible AI usage is essential for legal practices ↳ Microsoft Copilot offers potential but carries risks of data contamination ↳ Regulation and education are critical for safe AI adoption ↳ Over-reliance on AI can erode professional skills ↳ Ethics and transparency are...
2025-08-2014 minPeople in LegalWomen Ai Summit - Kim and LizaAt the Women in AI Summit, David Woolstencroft spoke with Kim Trajer and Liza Greenwood about breaking down barriers to AI adoption in the legal industry.From creating psychological safety within teams to educating clients about AI’s risks and benefits, this conversation explored how community support and open dialogue can turn fear into innovation.💡 Key takeaways:↳ Barriers to AI adoption include fear and lack of understanding↳ Psychological safety empowers teams to experiment with new technologies↳ Younger generations tend to embrace new tech more readily↳ Clients need education on AI’s potential and pitfalls↳ Community support and shared experiences can drive innovat...
2025-08-1209 min
People in LegalBreaking the Mold: Wenee Yap on Mental Health, Storytelling, and Survive Law🎙 People in Legal – Law and Beyond ShowHost Chantal McNaught sits down with Wenee Yap – serial entrepreneur, writer, and founder of Survive Law – to explore the power of storytelling, the realities of law school, and why community matters.From mental health challenges to creative ventures, Wenee shares how her journey blends law, writing, and entrepreneurship – and why relatable resources and shared experiences are vital for the next generation of lawyers.💡 Key takeaways:↳ Storytelling is a powerful tool in the legal profession↳ Survive Law supports law students through their toughest challenges↳ Mental health struggles are common...
2025-08-1037 minPeople in LegalWomen Ai Summit edition - Jaysee🎙 People in Legal – 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 + 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 💡 At the Women + AI Summit, David spoke with Jaysee Sunapho CAPM, a data architect, about the real foundations for successful AI—starting with clean, well-managed data.From the dangers of using AI as a bandaid for bad data to the critical role of skilled data teams, Jaysee shares how industries like healthcare and law can embrace innovation without skipping the groundwork.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗜↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮↳ 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀↳ 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹↳ 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮Chapters00:00Introduction to AI and Data Architecture02:16Vendor Selection in AI Implementation04:18The Dangers of Over-Engineering Solutions05:32The Importance of Data Quality06:30The Role of Data Professionals in AI Teams07:11Cautious Embrace of AI Adoption🙌 Thanks to Terri Mottershead, Cat Moon, Caryn Sandler, The Centre for Legal Innovation, Vanderbilt University Law School, and Gilbert + Tobin for making the Women + AI Summit such an impactful event.
2025-08-1007 minPeople in LegalWomen Ai Summit - AndreaDavid sat down with Andrea Foot to unpack the reality of AI in the legal sector—beyond the hype and into the cultural, structural, and human challenges of adoption.From the “𝗔𝗜 𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗿𝘂𝘀𝗵” to the evolving role of women in shaping these conversations, Andrea shares why open dialogue, values, and people-first thinking are essential for making AI work in law.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗿𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹↳ 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀↳ 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝗱𝗲𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲↳ 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻Chapters00:00Introduction and Conference Overview01:28The AI Gold Rush in Legal Tech04:27Cultural Impacts of AI in Organisations07:06Women in AI and Broader Implications🙌 Thanks to The Centre for Legal Innovation, Vanderbilt University Law School, and Gilbert + Tobin for making the 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 + 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 such an impactful event.
2025-08-0907 minPeople in LegalWomen + AI Summit - Bríd🎙 People in Legal – Women + AI Summit Edition 🌟🤖David caught up with Bríd Heffernan to talk change management, AI adoption, and why women in legal tech are reshaping the industry.From empowering young lawyers to enhancing existing tech stacks, this conversation explores the real opportunities and challenges AI brings to legal.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗶 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀↳ 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗜 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀↳ 𝗡𝗼 “𝗼𝗻𝗲-𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲-𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀-𝗮𝗹𝗹” 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻↳ 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹↳ 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵↳ 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸—𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗹𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀↳ 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗜↳ 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹↳ 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗜Chapters00:00The Evolution of AI in Legal Services02:34Change Management and Mindset in Legal Tech05:29Strategic Implementation of AI in Law Firms08:15Opportunities for Young Lawyers in the AI Era11:20Empowering Women in Legal Technology🙏 Thanks to The Centre for Legal Innovation, Vanderbilt Law School, and Gilbert + Tobin for making the Women + AI Summit such a standout event.
2025-08-0811 minPeople in LegalWomen Ai Summit - Heather🎙 People in Legal – 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 + 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🌟Heather Paterson from Legora to unpack what it really takes to move the needle on AI adoption in legal.From leadership mindset to curious culture—this is a powerful conversation on how law firms can navigate the AI wave together.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗜 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆𝘀↳ 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻—𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗸↳ 𝗟𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗿𝗮 𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲-𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀↳ 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀↳ 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁𝘀↳ 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀—𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗽↳ 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻’𝘁 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 ↳ 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 ↳ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁—𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴Chapters00:00The Power of Community in AI Adoption02:27Understanding Lagora and Its Use Cases05:03Driving Change in Legal Firms07:54Partnerships and Long-term Success10:25Curiosity and Empathy in AI Transformation🙏 Thanks to The Centre for Legal Innovation, Vanderbilt University Law School, and Gilbert + Tobin for powering this remarkable summit.
2025-08-0811 minPeople in LegalWomen Ai Summit edition - Jan🎙 People in Legal – 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 + 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 💡David caught up with Jan Christie at the 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 + 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 in Sydney to dive into how AI is reshaping talent, training, and the human side of law.This insightful conversation explores the future of capability building in legal practice—and why it’s not just about tech, but also about empathy, curiosity, and the connections we build.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗮𝘄↳ 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 & 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸—𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝘁↳ 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀↳ 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 & 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀↳ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻-𝗔𝗜 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹Chapters00:00Introduction to AI and Talent Development02:42The Human Element in AI Integration05:22Balancing Talent Selection and Capability Building07:52Practical Strategies for Small Firms10:28Final Thoughts on Technology and Caution🙏 Huge thanks to The Centre for Legal Innovation, Vanderbilt University Law School, and Gilbert + Tobin for making this important summit possible.
2025-08-0710 minPeople in LegalWomen Ai Summit edition - Cat Caryn & TerriDavid Woolstencroft sat down with Cat Moon, Caryn Sandler, and Terri Mottershead to unpack what real inclusion looks like in AI—and why this moment matters.Born from frustration, the Women in AI movement is more than a hashtag. It's a call for responsible innovation, community-led change, and collective courage to shape the future of legal tech together.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗜 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗳𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻—𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲↳ 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗜 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘁𝘆↳ 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 = 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗜↳ 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹—𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱↳ 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴—𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁↳ 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲🙏 Thanks to The Centre for Legal Innovation, Vanderbilt University Law School, and Gilbert + Tobin for bringing this incredible summit to life.Chapters00:00Introduction to the Conference and Speakers01:31The Genesis of the Women in AI Movement03:26Insights from the Conference04:55Addressing the Psychology of Change06:23The Impact of AI on Personal Lives08:16The Future of Work with AI09:50Transforming Fear into Opportunity11:13Next Steps and Community Engagement
2025-08-0512 minPeople in LegalClient First, Tech Second - Eva PeetersChapters00:00Introduction and Background02:28Navigating Legal Tech Confusion04:47Understanding Client Needs and Tool Selection07:22The Role of AI in Legal Services10:02Evaluating Startups and Market Risks12:36Return on Investment in Legal Tech15:27The Future of Legal Services and AI17:47Training the Next Generation of Lawyers20:26Commerciality and Client Relationships23:06Broader Perspectives in Legal Consulting25:57Comparison Tools for Legal Tech28:25Conclusion and favourite Suits Character
2025-08-0529 minPeople in LegalAI, Ethics & Star Trek - Raymond BlydSummaryIn this engaging conversation, the speakers explore the evolving landscape of legal technology, focusing on the integration of AI and its implications for the legal profession. They discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities within the industry, as well as ethical considerations surrounding AI use. The dialogue also touches on personal reflections and futuristic visions inspired by popular culture, particularly Star Trek.Takeaways• The legal tech landscape is rapidly evolving with AI integration.• AI can enhance legal practice but comes with challenges like hallucination.• Lawyers need to adapt to new roles as traditional tasks diminish.• Ethical considerations are crucial in the depl...
2025-08-0116 min
People in LegalFlying High with The Drone Lawyer - Tom PilsEpisode 1 - The Law and Beyond Show with Chantal McNaught: The Drone Lawyer AKA Tom Pils shares his insights about carving out emerging areas of practice from the Gartner Hype Cycle, staying competent in the changing landscape of legal technology, and how leaders can support their people to shine. Takeaways• The transition from corporate tax to drone law was unexpected but rewarding.• Understanding the difference between concept and content is crucial in legal practice.• Smaller firms often provide more exposure and flexibility for lawyers.• Integrity, trust, and exactitude are core values in legal practice.• Dabbling in areas outside your expertise...
2025-07-2730 minPeople in LegalBeyond the features - David LangdonIn this episode, Ronni Millard sits down with David Langdon, founder of Blind Spot, to talk about legal tech, accessibility, and AI’s role in transforming the legal profession.From data strategy to inclusive design, David shares how his personal journey with vision impairment has shaped his mission: making tech work better—for everyone.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗔 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹↳ 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁—𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀↳ 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀—𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝘁↳ 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲↳ 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆↳ 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆↳ 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱’𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆↳ 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵↳ 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆Chapters00:00Introduction to People in Legal Podcast01:10David Langdon's Journey in Legal Tech02:10Shifts in Law Firms' Approach to Technology06:53Evaluating Legal Tech: Common Mistakes09:42Inclusion and Accessibility in Legal Workplaces14:23The Role of AI in Legal Practice21:39Cultural Differences in Tech Adoption Across Regions25:26David's Move to Australia and Its Impact29:35Advice for Newcomers in Legal Tech
2025-07-2033 min
People in LegalRoni Millard: From Burnout to BalanceIn this episode of People in Legal, host Andrew Hay speaks with Roni Millard, founder of The Wellbeing Edge, about her journey from a high-pressure corporate career to prioritizing health and wellbeing. Roni shares her personal turning point with burnout and cancer, and the challenges legal professionals—especially women—face in balancing high performance with self-care. They discuss the state of wellbeing in the legal industry, the cultural shifts needed, and practical tips to build resilience and support mental health.Takeaways:• The legal industry often prioritises endurance over wellbeing.• Burnout can manifest in various forms, including emotional detachment.• High performanc...
2025-06-2345 minPeople in LegalThe Power of Values-Based Pricing - Tessa van DuynIn this episode of the Legal Change Agents podcast, Andrea Foote speaks with Tessa, CEO of Moores, about her journey to leadership and the shift toward human-centric, values-based legal practice. They discuss navigating change, recruitment challenges, and the importance of building a purpose-driven, adaptable culture. Tessa also reflects on how law firms must evolve with societal and technological shifts—and why self-awareness is key to leading through change.Takeaways:• Tessa identifies as a 'people enabler' in her roles.• Her upbringing instilled a strong sense of social justice.• She transitioned from a public law litigator to CEO of Moores.• Moores employs a...
2025-06-1236 minPeople in LegalWhen Clients Get the Tech First: Why Law Firms Must Rethink Everything - Robyna MayAndrea Foot meets with Robyna May, CIO at McInnes Wilson Lawyers, to explore how law firms are being reshaped by technology—and why culture matters just as much as code. Robyna shares her path into legal tech and reflects on the shifting role of IT as a strategic enabler rather than just a support function. From generative AI in the hands of clients to dismantling outdated hierarchies in law firms, this conversation dives into what real change looks like—and what it takes to get there.🔑 Key Takeaways• IT is an enabler, not a back-office function—it’s core to client ser...
2025-06-1029 minPeople in LegalAI, Automation & Empathy in Law with Giles ThompsonIn this episode, Giles Thompson, Head of Revenue at Avvoka, shares his personal journey from commercial litigator to legal tech leader. He reflects on the evolution of legal technology, the emotional drivers behind adoption, and how different global markets are approaching AI and automation. Giles also dives into the highs and lows of startup life, the value of lived experience in sales, and why agentic workflows are shaping the next wave of legal innovation.🔑 Key Takeaways:Giles transitioned from a commercial litigator to legal tech.Legal tech is experiencing rapid acceleration and disruption.Deep understanding of client needs is ess...
2025-06-0434 minPeople in LegalNavigating Change in the Legal Industry - Fiona McLayIn this episode, executive coach and change strategist Andrea Foot sits down with Fiona, a former lawyer turned legal tech consultant, to unpack the evolving landscape of law firms and the challenges of driving real change.Fiona shares her personal journey from legal practice to tech consulting, highlighting the emotional and practical hurdles firms face as they adopt AI, rethink traditional structures, and push for genuine innovation. Together, they explore the growing importance of digital literacy, collaboration, and personal transformation in shaping the future of legal work.💡 Key takeaways:✔️ From lawyer to legal tech leader: Fiona’s career pivot✔️ Generative AI...
2025-06-0330 minPeople in LegalBeyond Tech: Why Psychological Safety Matters in Legal Innovation - Madeleine PorterIn this People in Legal episode, David sits down with Madeleine Porter, legal industry expert at iManage, for a wide-ranging conversation on how law firms are adapting to today's evolving landscape. From AI in practice to AML compliance, and the central role of knowledge management, Madeleine highlights how firms can thrive by embracing innovation while fostering psychological safety and collaboration. A must-listen for anyone shaping the future of legal operations.Chapters00:00Welcome and Introduction to Madeline Porter00:54Madeleine's Career Journey and Role at iManage02:20iManage's Product Suite and AI Integration04:22AI in Law Firms: Opportunities and Risks07:28Psychological Safety...
2025-05-2934 minPeople in LegalFrom Lawyer to CEO: Building LegalTech Hub - Nicola ShaverFrom lawyer to CEO — Nikki sat down with David Woolstencroft for an honest and inspiring chat about her journey from practising law to leading LegalTech Hub, a platform simplifying how law firms find and adopt the right tech.They explored the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, building a fully remote team, and the growing pressure on firms to make smart tech decisions. From agentic AI to AI governance, Nikki brings a sharp, global perspective on what’s working, what’s coming, and why mid-market firms can’t be left behind.💡 One for anyone navigating legal tech — from vendors to law firm lead...
2025-05-2732 minPeople in LegalOutsourcing, Law Firms & What’s Next? - Richard Treminio🎙 Richard (aka Ricky) sat down with David Woolstencroft for a raw, thoughtful chat about his journey — from growing up in Nicaragua to building a global career in professional services and outsourcing.They covered everything from the evolution of legal outsourcing, to client control, flexible staffing models, and how law firms can scale without losing quality. Ricky also shared his personal routines (think sauna + cold plunge!) and why mindset matters just as much as strategy.💡 Key takeaways:↳ From accounting to marketing — Ricky’s path wasn’t linear↳ Law firms are rethinking how they use outsourcing↳ Control and cost efficiency can go hand in hand↳ Cli...
2025-05-2121 minPeople in LegalInside LawFest: Innovation, Connection & the Road to 2026 - Andrew KingDavid Woolstencroft caught up with Andy King, organiser of LawFest New Zealand and founder of LegalTech Hub, to reflect on the growing momentum of legal tech across the region — and what makes events like LawFest so impactful.As the driving force behind one of NZ’s leading legal innovation conferences, Andy shared insights on how the sector is evolving, why collaboration matters more than ever, and what’s ahead for LawFest 2026.💡 Key takeaways:↳ 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 — 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲↳ 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹, 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀↳ 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻↳ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 — 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆↳ 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲00:00 Introduction and Event Highlights02:52 The Importance of Networking and Collaboration05:39 The Evolution of Legal Tech and Startups08:26 Future of LawFest and Event Innovations#LawFest2026 #LegalTech #LegalTechNZ #LegalTechnologyTrends #LawFirmInnovation #LegalInnovation #LegalTechConference #LegalStartup #PeopleInLegal #LegalTechCommunity #FutureOfLaw #AndyLawFest #LegalTransformation #LawFirmTech #APACLegalTech
2025-05-1810 minPeople in LegalCo-Parenting, Confidence & Calling It Like It Is - Gabriella PomareIn this episode of People in Legal, Gabriella Pomare, Partner at The Norton Law Group, shares her inspiring journey into family law — one shaped by psychology, travel, and a deep understanding of people.She opens up about navigating imposter syndrome, balancing motherhood and leadership, and the emotional realities of supporting clients through family breakdowns. Gabriella also discusses her book, The Collaborative Co-Parent, which offers practical tools for separated parents focused on putting children first.At the core of the conversation is a powerful reminder: collaboration over competition — and the evolving role of lawyers in shaping more human, compassionate outcomes in f...
2025-04-2219 minPeople in LegalThe Data-First Law Firm - Andrew HutchinsonWith over 20 years in legal tech, Andrew Hutch shares his journey and the vision behind Nexl — a legal CRM built on actionable intelligence. From the untapped power of LinkedIn to the hidden value in unstructured data, Andrew breaks down how law firms can overcome tech adoption hurdles, unlock internal relationships, and use client feedback to drive growth. If you're in legal and still treating CRM like a Rolodex, this episode is your wake-up call.
2025-04-1527 minPeople in LegalFrom Data to Impact — Why Purpose Matters More Than EverIn this episode of People in Legal, Jonathan shares his journey from consultant to tech leader, building and scaling purpose-driven businesses with a focus on being a force for good. From his early days in Australia to leading innovation at NUIX, Jonathan opens up about the challenges and lessons of growth, the fusion of art and science in business, and why purpose should always sit at the heart of innovation. He also dives into the future of AI and data — and why getting the basics right is the real competitive advantage. An inspiring conversation for anyone navigating the intersection of...
2025-04-0131 minPeople in LegalTalent, Tech & Transformation: Insights from ActionStepIn this conversation, Zahn, the regional vice president for Australia and New Zealand at ActionStep, discusses the company's journey and its role in the legal practice management software market. He highlights the unique challenges faced by mid-market law firms and the importance of talent recruitment and retention in the legal industry. The conversation also touches on the findings from ActionStep's annual priorities report, emphasising the need for firms to adapt to the evolving demands of their workforce.
2025-03-1908 minPeople in LegalHow TorFX Uses AI in Legal & FinanceBrendan explores the evolving role of technology in the legal sector, highlighting insights from LawFest. He introduces TorFX, a foreign exchange service leveraging AI to enhance productivity and customer experience. The discussion covers the future of legal tech, the impact of cryptocurrency, and the need for firms to adapt to stay competitive.
2025-03-1908 minPeople in LegalLegal Tech Evolution: Insights from DACDAC brings a strong background in legal training and IT, combining expertise in both fields to drive innovation. As Dye & Durham continues expanding its footprint in the legal tech market, DAC plays a key role in shaping solutions that enhance efficiency and streamline legal operations.
2025-03-1906 minPeople in LegalLighthouse: Changing the Game in Property LawGerard and Simon discuss their journey in creating Lighthouse, a legal tech solution designed to enhance efficiency in conveyancing. They share insights into their backgrounds, the challenges of product development, and their plans for expanding into the Australian market.
2025-03-1808 minPeople in LegalBuilding a Stronger Law Firm - Janey HaringaJaney Haringa, Principal at JH LAW (www.jhlaw.nz), shares her journey in law, the challenges small firms face, and the power of client communication and transparency. She highlights social media’s role in business development, AI’s impact on efficiency, and practical tips for managing cash flow and client relationships through proactive strategies.
2025-03-1708 minPeople in LegalThe Journey and Growth of vLex - Daniel HobsonDaniel Hobson, Head of Business of vLex and Andy discuss their experience at LawFest and the evolution of VLex. They emphasise the importance of networking and collaboration in legal tech, particularly around AI integration and user-centric design. The conversation highlights future trends, stressing the need for vendor integration and improved communication to enhance user experience.
2025-03-1609 minPeople in LegalLeveraging Microsoft for Legal Efficiency - MatterXAt LawFest, Casey Burns, Director of MatterX, shares insights into the evolution of legal practice management and how MatterX leverages Microsoft Dynamics to provide a highly configurable CRM and finance solution for law firms.Key discussion points:✅ Why law firms choose Microsoft-based solutions – Familiarity with Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel makes adoption seamless.✅ Scalability – Suitable for firms ranging from 10 to 500 users.✅ AI & Automation – MatterX is leveraging native AI features within Microsoft to enhance efficiency.✅ Security & Compliance – Built on Microsoft Azure, ensuring enterprise-grade security.✅ The role of CRM in legal firms – Moving beyond just BD teams, integrating it fully into legal workflows.✅ Ef...
2025-03-1604 minPeople in LegalLegal Tech Evolution - Dennis WadeIn this conversation, Dennis Wade, Country Manager for InfoTrack in New Zealand, discusses the evolution of LawFest and the increasing engagement of legal professionals with technology. He highlights the role of InfoTrack as a comprehensive solution for law firms, integrating various services to enhance efficiency. The discussion also touches on the future of legal technology, particularly the integration of AI and the growing presence of startups in the industry.
2025-03-1409 minPeople in LegalFrom Immigration Law to Legal Technology: Chantal’s Journey with LEAPAt LawFest, we caught up with Chantal, who shared her incredible transition from practicing immigration law in Australia to leading the Client Success Team at LEAP Legal Software New Zealand. With cutting-edge AI-powered legal practice management software, LEAP is transforming how legal professionals work—boosting efficiency and streamlining processes like never before.
2025-03-1405 minPeople in LegalSimplifying Compliance: AML Solutions for Law FirmsIn this People in Legal episode, Rob Lynch, CRO of Spinika, explores the role of AML software in legal tech. He shares how Spinika helps firms simplify compliance, adapt to evolving regulations, and combat financial crime—ensuring a secure and efficient legal industry.
2025-03-1410 minPeople in LegalColin on Legal Tech, AI & the FutureColin from Dye & Durham shares his background, the evolution of legal tech, and AI’s impact on the industry. He discusses the shift from billable hours to subscription models, the role of tech in improving access to justice, and why AI will complement, not replace, lawyers. He also highlights Dye & Durham’s focus on practice management and property transactions.
2025-03-1308 minPeople in LegalThe Future of Legal Tech: AI, Cloud & Innovation - Jennifer CathcartIn this conversation, Jennifer Cathcart - Regional Manager APAC of NetDocuments and David discuss the evolution of legal technology, the impact of AI on the legal profession, and the trends shaping the future of legal services. They share insights from a recent conference, emphasising the importance of authenticity and passion in the legal tech space. The discussion highlights the shift towards cloud-based solutions and the growing role of AI in enhancing efficiency and client interactions within law firms.
2025-03-1208 minPeople in LegalNavigating New Zealand's Unique Market with Andy BossIn this conversation, the Andy and David discuss the nuances of entering the New Zealand market, particularly for international businesses. They explore the cultural differences, the importance of understanding the local market, and the role of AI in transforming the legal tech landscape. The discussion emphasises the need for businesses to adopt AI and integrate it into their operations while also highlighting the value of consultancy in navigating market entry strategies.
2025-03-1215 minPeople in LegalThe Power of Personal Branding in Professional Services - Sarah WaleyIn this conversation, Sarah Whaley shares her extensive experience in branding and marketing within the professional services sector. She emphasizes the importance of personal branding, the role of authenticity, and effective strategies for leveraging platforms like LinkedIn. Sarah discusses how understanding client needs and creating engaging content can significantly impact a firm's growth and reputation. She also provides practical advice for small professional services firms looking to enhance their marketing efforts and build strong client relationships.TakeawaysBrand is more than just a logo; it's a promise.Personal branding is crucial in professional services.Clarity about...
2025-03-1223 minPeople in LegalFrom Tech to Legal Marketing - Ava EmdadianIn this conversation, Ava shares her journey from a background in tech and international business to her current role in legal marketing. She discusses the importance of understanding the legal landscape, effective marketing strategies for law firms, and the role of technology in enhancing client engagement. Ava also highlights the challenges and opportunities for legal tech companies looking to expand internationally, emphasizing the need for tailored marketing approaches. The discussion concludes with insights into the future of the podcast and the types of stories and experiences that will be shared.
2025-03-0523 minPeople in LegalFrom Real Estate Law to Legal Tech Pioneer - Catherine Bamford’s JourneyCurious about transitioning from law to legal tech?Check out the latest People in Legal episode featuring Catherine Bamford, CEO and Founder of BamLegal—a leader in Legal Technology Advisory.Catherine swapped real estate law for legal tech, focusing on Document Automation and Contract Review. Her impressive accolades include being a Financial Times Top Ten Legal Technologist and a Women of Legal Tech 2021 Honouree, among others.
2025-02-1140 minPeople in LegalNavigating High-Stakes Legal Work: Insights from Barrister James ScovellIn this episode, barrister James Scovell discusses his career spanning over 20 years in corporate disputes, insolvency, and white-collar crime. Hosted by Andrew Hay, James shares his perspectives on handling high-pressure, high-demand legal work, his approach to navigating complex litigation, and the collaborative nature of his practice. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with one of Australia’s top legal minds.
2025-02-0445 minPeople in LegalFrom Evolutionary Biology to Legal Tech LeadershipIn this episode of People in Legal, we sit down with Lucas Garlepp, a seasoned legal tech professional and the COO of Cosine. Lucas shares his fascinating journey from studying evolutionary biology and animal behavior to transforming IT operations at law firms, and now leading global growth strategies in legal tech. 🚀Hear Lucas discuss how his background shaped his approach to leadership, innovation, and navigating the complex world of legal technology. Whether you’re in legal tech, sales, or leadership, this episode is packed with insights on how to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.
2025-01-2845 minPeople in LegalJim’s Perspective: Legal Services UnpackedJim Penman, founder of Jim’s Group—the largest franchising chain in the southern hemisphere. 🌏
More than an iconic entrepreneur, Jim is a thought leader, author, and champion of fairness and exceptional customer service. In this episode, he shares his business journey, his philosophy on customer satisfaction, and the story behind his latest venture, Jim's Legal.
Discover why Jim believes fairness and world-class service are key to success, how he approaches innovation, and why true success is measured by the legacy you leave behind.
Don’t miss this insightful conversation about leadership, business innovatio...
2025-01-1645 minPeople in LegalMaximizing Law Firm Profits: Insights from James MarkhamWe had the pleasure of interviewing James Markham, co-author of The Legal MBA Essentials and a consultant with 15 years of experience helping law firms boost profitability.
James shares practical insights on building smarter legal operating models, his approach to innovation, and why The Legal MBA Essentials is a must-read for legal professionals.
Don’t miss this conversation with one of the sharpest minds in the legal industry!
For further information, and to order a copy, visit www.thelegal.mba
2025-01-1319 min
Cafe’s Locked Out Mailing ListDavid Thrussell on AI, Death and other thangs.Join David Trussell and Richard Woolstencroft as we deep dive into our current human condition.Fear, Art, Love, hope. Etc.This video clip is all AI, made for literally nothing, and quickly.It was created using old photographs from the 1930s. What are you thoughts? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cafelockeddown.substack.com/subscribe
2024-12-041h 15People in LegalXperate Expands into Australia: A Major Step in Global Presence
Meet Reuben Manning: The Man Behind the Project
Leading this expansion is Reuben Manning, Managing Consultant. Reuben has been with Xperate since January 2022 and has extensive experience in the legal tech
industry. His technical and operational expertise will be essential as he nurtures relationships with new firms and provides top-class service to their
clients in the region.
Reuben shared his thoughts on the expansion: “Leading a major project like this has been a long-standing aspiration of mine. It's a great chance to demonstrate my capabilities, take on substantial responsibility, and really pro...
2024-12-0328 minPeople in LegalFROM MACQUARIE BANK TO LEGAL TECH TRAILBLAZERIn this episode of People in Legal, Timothy Toner, Founder and CEO of Affinda and Draftable, shares his fascinating journey from the world of investment banking at Macquarie to his 10+ year overnight success story in legal technology and innovation.
Tim reveals key moments that shaped his career, including how his brother Ben’s poker winnings fuelled the early stages of their business and their groundbreaking work in AI-powered document processing. Plus, a surprising turn into Olympic weightlifting! Tune in for insights on scaling businesses, navigating the AI revolution, and balancing leadership and personal well-being.
2024-10-1640 minPeople in LegalLawyers as Innovators: Col Secomb’s Story of Tech and TriumphIn this episode of People in Legal, let's meet Col Secomb, a practicing lawyer and the co-founder of Yao, a game-changing practice management system which is transforming the future of how law firms operate.Col, frustrated with the limitations of existing legal tech, took matters into his own hands and built Yao – a cloud-based platform designed by lawyers, for lawyers. Yao streamlines everything from case management and billing to compliance and client communication, all within a beautifully simple interface.Also hear Col's inspiring story of how a potential life changing event made him even more determined than ever to li...
2024-10-1526 minPeople in LegalPassion, Leadership, and Legal TechIn this episode of People in Legal, we are extremely honoured to have Joy Heath Rush, CEO of ILTA (International Legal Technology Association), with us. With a career dedicated to supporting lawyers and a deep passion for legal technology, Joy shares her inspiring journey—from her beginnings in facilities and document processing to her current leadership role. Along the way, she reflects on the importance of customer service, her vision for the future of legal technology, and the trends she’s seeing in the industry. Joy also reveals the "superpower" that has fuelled her success throughout her career.
If you’...
2024-10-0943 minPeople in LegalFrom LexisNexis to Shaping the Future of Legal TechIn this episode of People in Legal, we feature Myfanwy Wallwork, who began her career at LexisNexis straight out of university and rose to the position of Vice President, Regulatory Compliance Global. Now serving as AI Governance Lead at the UTS Human Technology Institute, Myfanwy shares her insights on leadership, innovation, and the importance of building strategic partnerships. Tune in to hear her remarkable journey and her thoughts on the future of technology in the legal sector.
2024-09-3034 minPeople in LegalInspiring entrepreneurial journey of DefinelyIn this episode, People in Legal sits down with Nnamdi, CEO and Co-Founder of legal tech scale-up Definely. Nnamdi shares his journey from the early days of entrepreneurship, overcoming financial challenges, to scaling Definely to nearly 70 team members and securing household names as clients like Ericsson, Barclays, and top-tier law firms. Tune in as he reflects on the lessons learned in staying the course, navigating unexpected hurdles, and being flexible in the face of new challenges.
2024-09-2445 minPeople in LegalFrom Consulting to Head of Software: A Journey in Legal TechIn this episode, we sit down with Andrew Hay, a business leader with vast experience in driving software growth, market development, and regional expansion. Andrew has led teams across various areas, including product management, go-to-market strategy, and general management. We’ll discuss how he’s helped clients leverage technology to streamline operations and drive sustainable growth for SAAS and legacy software in the Corporate, Legal, and Tax sectors across Asia and emerging markets. Tune in to hear Andrew’s insights on leadership, problem-solving, and the future of software in the legal industry.
2024-09-1748 minPeople in LegalDigital Growth with Ebere Josephine UbaEbere Josephine Uba is a dynamic Digital Innovation & Transformation Leader, Marketing & Business Development Expert, and Sustainability Marketing Specialist. She has successfully driven digital growth across sectors, pioneering virtual workspaces and advising clients on digital strategies. As a Cybersecurity & AI Thought Leader and SEO, UI/UX, and Website Design expert, Uba enhances operational efficiency and client services. An international speaker, she shares insights on AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation at global events. Her work has earned multiple awards, and she actively advocates for digital advancement and sustainability through her global collaborations and professional contributions.
2024-09-1625 minPeople in LegalSpecial edition - So They Can StorySo They Can is changing lives in Kenya and Tanzania by empowering children and families to break the cycle of poverty through education. They work hand-in-hand with vulnerable communities, listening to their needs and creating lasting change through sustainable development projects. Over 7-10 years, So They Can transfers skills and knowledge to ensure these communities can thrive long after the projects end. Today, their work touches 45,000 lives every year, tackling 14 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Be part of the movement—visit www.sotheycan.org to learn how you can help create a brighter future.
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2024-09-1026 minPeople in LegalTop Lawyer to Legal Tech PioneerJoin us as we dive into the future of legal technology with Matt Pollins, Co-Founder and CPO of Lupl—a groundbreaking SaaS platform backed by the world's largest law firms. From his early career as a leading TMT lawyer in London and Singapore to building the award-winning TMT practice at CMS in Asia-Pacific, Matt has worked with everyone from startups to governments on tech innovation and law. Now, he’s reshaping how lawyers around the globe plan, organize, and deliver work faster.
Discover how Lupl powers the "Legal Technology Platform Initiative" in Singapore, and get Matt's insider insi...
2024-09-0940 minPeople in LegalBen’s Journey from IT Visionary to CTOIn this episode, Ben, the CTO at Grant Thornton Australia, shares insights from his 25+ years in IT management. He discusses his role in shaping technology strategies, leading global teams, and driving major integration projects during mergers. Tune in to learn how his expertise in risk management and change management is shaping the future of technology.
2024-08-2124 minPeople in LegalFrom Tech Sales to Legal Tech LeaderPeter Ambrose, the visionary founder and CEO of The Partnership and Legalito, we discuss how he is revolutionising the world of conveyancing. With over 17 years at the helm of The Partnership, Peter has driven real change in the legal industry, combining innovative technology with a deep understanding of client needs. He shares his journey from managing sales teams in tech to launching Legalito, a platform designed to bring cutting-edge solutions to conveyancing. Tune in for Peter's insights on leadership, innovation, and the future of legal services.
2024-08-2050 minPeople in LegalThe secret of my success from IT support to General ManagerBianca Bowron-Cuthill is one of the top leaders in the legaltech field, what's her secret of continuously achieving outstanding results in this extremely competitive industry yet manages to have a work and life balance? How did she transformed her career from an IT support to a general manager in a leading legal tech company?
A story you won't want to miss!
2024-08-0746 minPeople in LegalWhat's it really like to be the CEO in a Family Law businessWe are thrilled to have Amanda Little with us on People in Legal, this episode is brought to you by Smarter Drafter.
As CEO of the Family Law Education Network of Australia, Amanda's mission is to enhance the legal field through education and technology. Discover how she is pioneering innovative approaches to learning, fostering thought leadership, and empowering legal professionals in family law and mediation to excel in their practices. Learn about her efforts in integrating technology to revolutionise legal education and services, making the legal work more efficient, secure, and enjoyable. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on Am...
2024-08-0630 minPeople in LegalRoy's journey: The Legal Tech RockstarToday, we welcome Legal Tech royalty and former Rockstar, Roy Russell. As CEO of Ascertus and Global Efficiency Group, Roy is celebrated as one of the most ethical and trusted advisors in the Legal Tech market. Tune in to hear Roy's fascinating journey into Legal Tech, the highs and lows of running a top consulting firm, and how his leadership has propelled Ascertus to the forefront of the industry. Roy shares invaluable insights on how being a "nice guy" can lead to success and lasting relationships. Plus, discover the lighter side of Roy as he reveals his Rockstar past...
2024-08-0253 minPeople in LegalLaw firms to night clubsWe are thrilled to have Sanju Kripalani on “People in Legal.” Since leaving India to study law at Stanford, Sanju has had a wild and varied career, ranging from being a partner at a prestigious West Coast firm to running a nightclub, and eventually returning to law to lead business development.
Join us as Sanju discusses the importance of fostering meaningful relationships in both business and personal life, the value of mortality, and what car tires have to do with proposals.
2024-07-301h 02People in LegalFrom Bar Counter to Boardroom: Ben Wightwick's Legal Tech JourneyDiscover the inspiring journey of Ben Wightwick, from barman to Legal Tech Executive and entrepreneur. In this engaging podcast, Ben shares his unique career story, offering invaluable insights into the world of legal technology. Tune in to hear his expert advice on navigating the legal tech landscape, building a successful career, and learning vital life lessons. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, legal professional, or career-driven individual, this podcast provides practical tips and inspiring stories that resonate. Join us on Spotify, YouTube, and LinkedIn to explore the intersections of technology, careers, and personal growth.
2024-07-2455 minPeople in LegalCybrarian to CEO - journey of Raymond BlydWe are thrilled to have Raymond Blyd, the visionary CEO of Legalcomplex.com and Co-founder of Legalpioneer.org. Raymond is a pioneer in the legal tech industry, renowned for his innovative approach to market data and automation. With a mission to connect companies to capital and customers, he provides crucial analytics that help businesses identify growth opportunities and navigate the ever-evolving legal landscape.
Join us as Raymond shares his journey, insights, and the cutting-edge strategies he uses to tackle environmental, social, legal, and governance challenges through technology. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
2024-07-2241 minPeople in LegalPaul Psaltis - Story of a scale up CEOPaul Psaltis is a passionate leader in the legal technology space, renowned for his ability to take start-ups from inception to scale, driving ambitious commercial objectives and achieving consistent year-over-year growth. With a creative approach to solving business problems and a track record of exceeding expectations in resource-constrained environments, Paul excels in uncovering root causes and swiftly removing roadblocks to deliver fast results.
Hear Paul's authentic take on the highs and lows of a scale up and how his resilience and creativity allow him to grow the businesses he has led. His broad skill set spans strategy...
2024-07-1049 minPeople in LegalA Legal Tech Aussie in New YorkJoin us on Chris interesting and challenging career journey around the world through legal tech. Working with the top technology suppliers over the last 20+ years Chris gives insights on how legal tech looks different around the world and the tools he's used to achieve success.
2024-06-2451 minPeople in LegalBarista to Country ManagerPeople in Legal team were lucky enough to interview with the incredible Brendan Smart of InfoTrack AU as the first podcast. Brendan inspired us over year ago to start this podcast. During the podcast we covered lots of ground around his amazing career story, successes, hard truths and some humorous stories.
0:43 Q1. Can you tell us about your journey to becoming Country Manager of InfoTrack?
5:18 Q2. What are the key challenges you've faced in your role, and how have you overcome them?
8:04 Q3. How do you prioritize and manage your time effectivel...
2024-05-2943 min
Good Morning Hamilton with Rick ZamperinTime to torch your mask? Where is Ontario's childcare deal? Biden's Russian oil ban, and the race for CPC leader heats up.The Good Morning Hamilton Podcast w/ Rick Zamperin
Ontario's top doctor will hold a news conference Wednesday morning about how the province plans to "live with and manage COVID-19." Word is, mask mandates will come to an end on March 21.
RICK SOLO
On January 24, Premier Doug Ford said Ontario was "very, very close" to a childcare deal with the federal government… yet we remain the only province without a $10-a-day childcare deal.
GUEST: Carolyn Ferns, Ontario Coalitions for Better Childcare
U.S. President Joe Biden has announced a ban on...
2022-03-0943 min
Ten minutes with ...David Woolstencroft - DocsCorpThis month we interviewed David Woolstencroft, co-founder and President of Sales, Marketing and Strategy at DocsCorp. David elaborates on the company’s product suite and the integration with many third-party applications. He also lays out the future plans of DocsCorp.
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