Frank Ready is a reporter on the tech desk at ALM Media. He can be reached at [email protected].
April 30, 2020 | Legaltech News
COVID-19 Is Making Corporate Law and IT Friends With Long-Term BenefitsCOVID-19 forced corporate legal and IT departments to come together on remote working policies, but that relationship could carry over to the implementation of technologies after the shutdowns end.
By Frank Ready
3 minute read
April 29, 2020 | Legaltech News
Organizations Are Prioritizing Privacy—Just Not With Legal SpendExterro's Annual Study of Legal Spend Management indicates that organizations are expecting to spend less on compliance with privacy laws in 2020 as they wait to see how new regulations like the CCPA are enforced first.
By Frank Ready
4 minute read
April 28, 2020 | Legaltech News
Legal Conferences Look for a Formula to Fight 'Zoom Fatigue'Legal conferences are usually an opportunity for attorneys and legal tech providers to connect with one another face-to-face, but with many events going virtual in light of COVID-19, organizations may struggle to get attendees back in front of their computers.
By Frank Ready
4 minute read
April 28, 2020 | Legaltech News
Sorry Legal Tech: For Firms and In-House, Time is Still MoneyStrong allegiance to the billable hour from both law firms and their clients could be hindering wider legal tech adoption.
By Frank Ready
9 minute read
April 24, 2020 | The American Lawyer
For Tech-Focused Firms, Loosening Ownership Laws May Not Be Such a BoonFor firms eager to improve their tech-enabled services, the prospect of regulatory changes may be more of a mirage than a viable source of investment capital.
By Frank Ready
9 minute read
April 24, 2020 | Legaltech News
Even in Burgeoning Bankruptcy Market, Tech's Path Remains UncertainLaw firms are already starting to see an uptick in bankruptcy or restructuring casework, but the specialized nature of that niche could prevent tech companies in the space from seeing a boost in new customers.
By Frank Ready
4 minute read
April 23, 2020 | Legaltech News
Free Is An Offer Customers Can't Refuse—But Should Legal Tech Companies?Free offerings can help legal tech companies maintain relationships with customers old and new during COVID-19's economy slowdown. But not all businesses can afford to go that direction.
By Frank Ready
4 minute read
April 23, 2020 | Legaltech News
Legal Tech Taking Conferences Virtual, With Assist to COVID-19 Relief EffortsVirtual conferences are allowing legal tech companies such as Litera and Rocket Matter to take on the hosting chores, while supporting the fight against COVID-19. Companies previously faced a high barrier to launching conferences due to complications like travel and locations.
By Frank Ready
4 minute read
April 21, 2020 | Legaltech News
Corporate Legal and IT Departments Agree to Disagree on Cybersecurity PreparednessA data breach response survey from Special Counsel shows that corporate legal and IT personnel have very different views on the typical response time and overall cost associated with a cyber incident.
By Frank Ready
4 minute read
April 21, 2020 | Legaltech News
COVID-19 Disrupts Contract Tech Market, But Some See Opportunity on HorizonWhile contract tech providers are experiencing new budgeting realities in light of the novel virus, they are optimistic about future opportunities.
By Victoria Hudgins | Frank Ready
3 minute read
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