Cassandre Coyer

Washington D.C.-based legal technology reporter, covering new things happening around data privacy and cybersecurity law, e-discovery and emerging technologies.

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November 04, 2022 | Legaltech News

Louisiana Judge Schlegel, Founder of an 'Online Court,' Explains Why Zoom Doesn't Cut It

Already experienced in creating virtual court processes, Louisiana Judge Scott U. Schlegel's latest program seeks to bring more civil cases online. But for that, he had to look beyond Zoom, and push lawyers to be more flexible.

By Cassandre Coyer

7 minute read

November 02, 2022 | Legaltech News

In-House Counsel Takes on More Cyber Responsibilities Amid Growing Threats, Regulations

A new report found that roles such as chief information security officers, chief security officers and even dedicated cybersecurity lawyers are becoming more common in legal departments.

By Cassandre Coyer

4 minute read

November 01, 2022 | Legaltech News

4 Tech Trends Likely to Spark Future Litigation

As new technologies keep pushing the boundaries of centuries-old bodies of law, one thing is certain: the regulation of emerging tech areas will likely come in the form of a long road of new litigation.

By Cassandre Coyer

1 minute read

October 27, 2022 | Legaltech News

As Scrutiny of AI Tools' Biases Grows, Companies' Compliance Plans Fall Behind

While more employers are expanding their use of AI technologies in hiring processes, few are taking steps to mitigate compliance risks. But as more regulators scrutinize these tools, companies may be delaying the inevitable.

By Cassandre Coyer

4 minute read

October 26, 2022 | Legaltech News

Got a Pen? E-Signature's 'Pandemic Moment' May Already Be Over

While the pandemic boosted e-signature products, adoption rates seem to have slowed in the face of more pressing technological transitions and ongoing regulatory restrictions.

By Cassandre Coyer

4 minute read

October 26, 2022 | Legaltech News

New SEC Recordkeeping Rule Unlikely to Strain Organizations' E-Discovery Efforts

E-discovery experts expect the long-awaited update to the SEC's electronic recordkeeping rule to be easy for companies to comply with, though they recognized the transition could be "burdensome" at first.

By Cassandre Coyer

5 minute read

October 24, 2022 | Legaltech News

In Changing Economy, Legal Tech Innovation Is Taking on a Different Meaning

Consultants see legal teams moving beyond buying new technologies and instead looking to get the most out of the tools, and human resources, they already have.

By Cassandre Coyer

4 minute read

October 20, 2022 | Legaltech News

In a Recession, What Legal Tech Tools Will Be on CIOs' 'Hit List'?

While some of the "staple" legal tech tools are unlikely to get pushed aside in an economic downturn, tools that are harder to implement, face low adoption rates and have high costs could be cut first.

By Cassandre Coyer

5 minute read

October 20, 2022 | Legaltech News

3 Best Practices to Ethically—and Legally—Collect Data

As the collection of data has become easier and faster than ever, panelists at a WIPL 2022 session advised companies to get away from the appeal of AI-powered tools that leverage data and back to more ethical collections.

By Cassandre Coyer

5 minute read

October 19, 2022 | Legaltech News

As Regulators Fall Behind, Legal Grapples With Emerging Tech Risks

As emerging technologies continue to outpace regulators, a WIPL 2022 panel discussed some of the challenges and concerns around regulating artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency and the metaverse.

By Cassandre Coyer

4 minute read

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