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Rhys Dipshan

Rhys Dipshan

CT-born, New York-based legal tech reporter covering everything from in-house technology disruption to privacy trends, blockchain, AI, cybersecurity, and ghosts-in-the-machine. Continually waiting for law to catch up with tech. (It's like waiting for Godot, but without the clowns)

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January 25, 2022 | Legaltech News

New Year, New Risk: 4 Cyber Changes to Watch Over 2022

From more robust cybersecurity enforcement by the federal government to new cyber-risks in divorce proceedings, this year will see a fair share of new cybersecurity headaches for attorneys and corporations alike.

By Rhys Dipshan

1 minute read

January 20, 2022 | Legaltech News

Compliance Rebrands as Cimplifi Following Last Year's Expansion Beyond E-Discovery

The new name comes as the company enters 2022 with a new CLM and contract analytics business, following an investment from its parent company's equity owner.

By Rhys Dipshan

2 minute read

January 12, 2022 | Legaltech News

Small, Solo Firms May Benefit Most from Utah, Arizona Legal Service Regulatory Changes

The 2020 regulatory changes allowing alternative legal service delivery in Arizona and Utah was seen a boon for access to justice efforts. But as state justices at a Legal Services Corporation noted, they're also proving a much needed lifeline to small and solo firms.

By Rhys Dipshan

4 minute read

January 06, 2022 | Law.com

As COVID-19 Evolves, So Too Does Firms' Cybersecurity Risk

What worked last year may now not be enough to ward off infection as cyber scams become harder to detect and more sophisticated.

By Rhys Dipshan

7 minute read

January 05, 2022 | Legaltech News

Despite Disruptions, E-discovery's 2022 Will Be (Mostly) the Same as 2021

A report from eDiscovery Today found that e-discovery market consolidation is unlikely to change, and discovery professionals will continue to deal with the growing prominence of collaboration data.

By Rhys Dipshan

3 minute read

January 05, 2022 | Legaltech News

Aderant Acquires American LegalNet, Eyeing Faster Cloud Transition and Broader Offerings

As part of the acquisition, which comes just days after the company announced a new CEO, Aderant will merge its CompuLaw calendaring and matter management tool with ALN's eDockets solution.

By Rhys Dipshan

3 minute read

January 04, 2022 | Legaltech News

What Last Year's E-Discovery Investments Say About Where the Market Is Heading

Record investments and an IPO heralded in a new and more mature e-discovery market—but also one that likely won't include all players.

By Rhys Dipshan

5 minute read

December 23, 2021 | Legaltech News

The 7 Biggest Legal Tech Investments in 2021

The biggest legal tech investments in 2021 were all six-figure deals, with investors more confident in legal tech companies' growth in a market that has significantly changed over the past few years.

By Rhys Dipshan

1 minute read

December 22, 2021 | Legaltech News

5 Ways Legal Ops Has—Has Hasn't—Matured This Year

Over the past year, legal ops teams had even more opportunity to establish themselves and expand their skill set and reach. But they still have some shortcomings they need to address.

By Rhys Dipshan

1 minute read

December 17, 2021 | Legaltech News

Unfinished Business: The Pandemic Cybersecurity Gaps Firms Haven't Filled

While many firms have risen to the challenge of securing a remote workforce, some may not aware of the evolving threats on the horizon—or in their inboxes.

By Rhys Dipshan

4 minute read