Graham Smith Bernal

Graham Smith Bernal

December 17, 2020 | Legaltech News

Virtual Hearings Point the Way Forward for International Arbitration

Even before the pandemic, arbitration hearings were well ahead of the rest of the profession in adopting virtual and hybrid technology as a more efficient way of resolving international disputes. COVID-19 shutdowns have only propelled virtual and hybrid dispute into prominence.

By Graham Smith-Bernal, Opus 2

6 minute read

June 03, 2020 | Legaltech News

The Future Has Arrived: Practical Advice for Conducting Legal Proceedings Digitally and Remotely

As you investigate solutions to accommodate remote work and virtual proceedings, here are some basic considerations to keep in mind.

By Graham Smith-Bernal, Opus 2

7 minute read

April 27, 2020 | Legaltech News

To Deliver New Forms of Value, Firms Need to Move Beyond the Application Mindset

Law firms have built up tremendous value within their practices, people and processes, but these capabilities tend to be poorly integrated due in large part to a fragmented legal technology landscape.

By Graham Smith-Bernal, Opus 2

5 minute read

January 24, 2020 | The American Lawyer

3 Trends That Will Affect Law Firm Collaboration in 2020

Collaboration is more important than ever in the legal industry. Here's what firms will be doing to deliver for their clients.

By Graham Smith-Bernal

5 minute read

January 26, 2017 | Legaltech News

Courtrooms and Hearing Rooms of the Future: Five Key Technological Trends for 2017

Meaningful technological innovation in legal proceedings is finally beginning to emerge and could make a big impact as early as this year.

By Graham Smith-Bernal, Opus 2 International

8 minute read

February 18, 2016 | Legaltech News

Has the Electronic Courtroom Finally Arrived? The UK Embraces Digital Modernization

Stimulated in part by the Abramovich trial, the UK is now attempting to modernize its courts and its criminal justice system across the nation.

By Graham Smith-Bernal

8 minute read