April 28, 2020 | Legaltech News
Facebook's New Cryptocurrency Plan Still Faces Sovereignty, Regulatory HurdlesRegulators still aren't sure what to do with Libra and the multicurrency-backed cryptocurrency of its ilk, lawmakers say.
By Victoria Hudgins
4 minute read
April 27, 2020 | Legaltech News
COVID-19 Is Turbocharging the Migration to Remote E-Discovery CollectionRemote collection is becoming more prevalent as more employees work outside the office, but e-discovery companies say it's part of a larger trend that will continue after COVID-19 subsides.
By Victoria Hudgins
3 minute read
April 24, 2020 | Legaltech News
Cyber Connection: New Networking Initiative Aims to Connect Female Lawyers, Cyber ProfessionalsMore women have executive-level cybersecurity roles, but few are aware of the female cybersecurity lawyers that can assist their company. Two Alston & Bird partners intend to change that disconnect.
By Victoria Hudgins
2 minute read
April 22, 2020 | Legaltech News
Legal's Biggest Challenge With Remote Work Isn't Tech. It's Mental HealthA new survey conducted by Loeb Leadership found that from an IT stance, the sudden move to working remotely has gone relatively smoothly for many lawyers. But it's also created new stresses and demands for soft skills crucial to operating virtually.
By Victoria Hudgins
4 minute read
April 22, 2020 | Legaltech News
Legal Spend Analysis Platform Bodhala Secured $10 Million InvestmentThe new investment will be used for improving Bodhala's benchmarking by adding more additional data and algorithms, the company's co-founder said.
By Victoria Hudgins
3 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
April 20, 2020 | Legaltech News
Digital Ears Everywhere: Lawyers' Home IoT Devices Stoke Privacy ConcernsLawyers working outside the purview of their firm's IT department worry they may expose clients' sensitive information when phone calls are made around internet-connected appliances.
By Victoria Hudgins
3 minute read
April 17, 2020 | Legaltech News
Aderant Releases Drive, Melding Handshake, Office 365's Collaboration Site CapabilitiesAderant released Drive earlier this week, a collaboration platform that allows firms to quickly develop portals containing law firm-specific data points. The company said the automated tool is needed as lawyers face tougher transparency demands in a recession.
By Victoria Hudgins
3 minute read
April 16, 2020 | Legaltech News
System Overload: Lagging Internet May Be Inconvenient Mainstay for AttorneysLawyers battling for fast internet speed as everyone works from home are rarely victorious. Law firm chief information officers say it's a burden many are going to have to live with.
By Victoria Hudgins
3 minute read
April 15, 2020 | Legaltech News
As Courts Go Remote, Law Schools' Tech Development Looks to Fill the GapsSome law schools are quickly developing and revising technology to help those in need of court services during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it likely will be a limited effort.
By Victoria Hudgins
3 minute read
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