Victoria Hudgins

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February 23, 2021 | Legaltech News

Can Videoconferencing Platforms Help Legal Avoid the Next 'I'm Not a Cat' Moment?

While some see legal-specific videoconferencing platforms as the way to avoid technical issues that throw virtual proceedings off balance, others note that the the problem isn't entirely tech-based.

By Victoria Hudgins

3 minute read

February 22, 2021 | Legaltech News

Legal Organizations Plan to Spend on Workflow Automation, But Not D&I Tech

2021 will likely be a great year for matter management and automation providers, according to a new survey by Mitratech. But as legal organizations leverage more technology, they might not need as much assistance from alternative legal service providers (ALSPs).

By Victoria Hudgins

4 minute read

February 19, 2021 | Legaltech News

With AI Technology, Legal Is Finding Out the Sky Isn't the Limit

A panel of lawyers and legal tech providers at a recent University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School webinar discussed how various factors are limiting AI's development in the legal industry—and why attorneys aren't entirely to blame.

By Victoria Hudgins

4 minute read

February 18, 2021 | Legaltech News

3 Tips for Avoiding 'Petty' ALSP-Law Firm Collaboration Struggles

From setting roles early to understanding the dynamic captive ALSPs may play in quality concerns, legal ops professionals and a former GC offer their strategies for a smooth collaboration.

By Victoria Hudgins

4 minute read

February 12, 2021 | Legaltech News

Pandemic Spurs Strong Demand for E-Discovery, Privacy Certifications. Will It Last?

COVID-19 gave many the time to pursue e-discovery and privacy certifications. But even after the pandemic, providers are hopeful that growing interest in their certifications will continue.

By Victoria Hudgins

4 minute read

February 11, 2021 | Legaltech News

Stenography Dropouts Find Ample Opportunity in Budding Digital Court Reporting Market

The legal industry's growing acceptance for transcribing previously recorded legal proceedings, as well as the needs of emerging AI transcription companies, are creating new opportunities for those rethinking a stenographer career.

By Victoria Hudgins

3 minute read

February 10, 2021 | Legaltech News

Opus 2 Acquires Bar Squared With Eye on Streamlining US, UK Legal Workflows

Following the acquisition, Opus 2 is also set to explore early case preparation, regulatory investigations and other practice areas across the legal industry.

By Victoria Hudgins

3 minute read

February 09, 2021 | Legaltech News

Veristar Acquires Planet Data to Expand E-Discovery Capabilities, Client Base

While Veristar decided to beef up its data review capabilities with the Planet Data Solutions acquisition, geographical expansion and new pricing models are also in the e-discovery provider's sights.

By Victoria Hudgins

3 minute read

February 08, 2021 | Legaltech News

Tech Can Flag Distracted Jurors. But Will Courtrooms Allow Facial Recognition?

Maintaining jurors' undivided attention during in-person trials can be tricky in a virtual environment. But where legal tech companies see an opportunity, judges may see an unneeded solution.

By Victoria Hudgins

5 minute read

February 08, 2021 | Legaltech News

Apprehensions Cloud Legal's Inclusion Metric Collection and Accuracy

Apprehensions and retaliation fears could hinder evaluations of diversity and inclusion efforts.

By Victoria Hudgins

11 minute read

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