Podcasts

Tech Toolbox: What’s Right for Your Practice?

Richard Ferguson offers tips for selecting the right technology tools for your law firm.

Is your current technology setup really working for your law firm? And with new challenges to the practice of law during the coronavirus crisis, are you able to do remote work effectively? Jim Calloway and Sharon Nelson talk with Richard Ferguson about the types of tools all lawyers should have at the ready in their tech tool boxes. They tap into Richard’s wealth of knowledge on practical tech solutions for law firms of all sizes.

Richard Ferguson practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada with the business law firm Lynass, Ferguson & Shoctor and is a current member of the ABA Techshow 2021 Planning Board.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Clio, Nexa, Scorpion, and Blackletter Podcast.

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Coronavirus and Working Remotely: What You Need to Know

John Simek and Sharon Nelson answer lawyers’ frequently asked questions about how to work remotely and securely.

With the coronavirus outbreak driving people to work remotely, John and Sharon have been inundated with questions from lawyers and law firms on how to work from home securely. This edition of Digital Detectives is dedicated to answering the most common questions they’ve received and helping listeners continue to serve their clients in these uncertain times. They discuss methods lawyers should be employing during this crisis and offer recommendations for remote work tools and services.

Special thanks to the sponsor, Logikcull.

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“Red Pill vs Blue Pill–How Deepfakes are Defining Digital Reality” was presented by Sharon Nelson and Lincoln Mead at ABA TECHSHOW 2020.

Excerpt: The rise of deepfakes and their obvious potential for creating damaging content is generating concerns for legal professionals. How can lawyers determine the trustworthiness of information in their cases? From ABA TECHSHOW 2020, host John Simek talks with Sharon Nelson and Lincoln Mead about the impact of deepfakes on legal practice and what is being done to combat abuses of this emerging technology.

Sharon D. Nelson is president of the digital forensics, information technology, and cybersecurity firm Sensei Enterprises.

Lincoln Mead is a project manager and client relationship manager for Canon Discovery Services.

Listen to the entire interview here.

The 2019 Data Breach Numbers Are In – What Are They and What Do They Mean for 2020?

David Ries breaks down the trends in The Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2019 End-of-Year Data Breach Report.

Because of the sensitive information they hold in trust, lawyers should be very concerned about the security of their data. What can they learn from The Identity Theft Resource Center’s (ITRC) 2019 End-of-Year Data Breach Report? Digital Detectives hosts Sharon Nelson and John Simek welcome David Ries to discuss the details of the report, trends lawyers should be aware of, and the ITRC’s recommendations for data breach victims.

David Ries is of counsel in the Pittsburgh, PA office of Clark Hill PLC, where he practices in the areas of environmental, technology, and data protection law and litigation.

Special thanks to the sponsor, Logikcull.

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Stewart Levine discusses his ABA-published book about practical strategies for increasing lawyer well-being.

Higher instances of depression, stress, substance abuse, and even divorce amongst legal professionals continues to call attention to the need for an increased focus on lawyer well-being. Digital Edge hosts Sharon Nelson and Jim Calloway talk with Stewart Levine about how his ABA-published book, “The Best Lawyer You Can Be: A Guide to Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Wellness,” helps lawyers engage with their own well-being in healthier ways.

Stewart Levine is the founder of ResolutionWorks, a consulting and training organization dedicated to providing skills and ways of thinking needed to build strong organizational cultures.

Special thanks to the sponsors, Clio, Nexa, Scorpion, and ServeNow.

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The 2019 Data Breach Numbers Are In – What Are They and What Do They Mean for 2020?

David Ries breaks down the trends in The Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2019 End-of-Year Data Breach Report.

Because of the sensitive information they hold in trust, lawyers should be very concerned about the security of their data. What can they learn from The Identity Theft Resource Center’s (ITRC) 2019 End-of-Year Data Breach Report? Digital Detectives hosts Sharon Nelson and John Simek welcome David Ries to discuss the details of the report, trends lawyers should be aware of, and the ITRC’s recommendations for data breach victims.

David Ries is of counsel in the Pittsburgh, PA office of Clark Hill PLC, where he practices in the areas of environmental, technology, and data protection law and litigation.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Logikcull.

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The Intersection of Ethics and Artificial Intelligence

Is ethical artificial intelligence even possible? In response to growing concerns about issues with transparency, privacy, and AI bias, the American Bar Association passed Resolution 112 on August 12, 2019, which urged courts and lawyers to address the emerging ethical and legal issues related to the use of AI in the practice of law. Digital Detectives hosts John Simek and Sharon Nelson talk with Michael Mills about the landscape of AI in the legal space and what is being done to ensure the ethical and accountable use of AI technologies in the profession.

Michael Mills is the co-founder and chief strategy officer of Neota Logic, Inc., developers of a no-code software platform with which lawyers and other professionals build expert systems to automate guidance, documents, and processes.

Special thanks to the sponsor, Logikcull.

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Law in the Age of the Consumer: It’s the Model That Matters

Today’s consumers want services faster than ever, and the traditional legal service delivery model is no longer appealing to many in need of legal help. Erin Levine saw the need for her family law clients to have access to a simple, DIY approach to divorce that would save time and money and thus her successful platform, Hello Divorce, was born. The Digital Edge hosts Sharon Nelson and Jim Calloway talk with Erin about how lawyers can develop their own sustainable approaches to online legal services that meet the demands of the changing legal market. Erin shares insights on establishing a brand, staying relevant to today’s legal consumers, and avoiding burnout.

Erin Levine is the founder and CEO of Hello Divorce.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Clio, Nexa, Scorpion, and ServeNow.

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A Preview of ABA TECHSHOW 2020

ABA TECHSHOW 2020 is right around the corner! Digital Edge hosts Jim Calloway and Sharon Nelson talk with the conference’s co-chairs, Heidi Alexander and Catherine Sanders Reach, about what attendees have to look forward to at the upcoming TECHSHOW. They delve into the variety of topics the conference will focus on: new takes on well-being, practice management, academia-focused content, and more! They also share info on the special events at this year’s conference and highlight their exciting keynote speaker, Mary O’Carroll of Google.

Special thanks to the sponsors, ServeNow, Nexa, Answer1, and Clio.

Listen to the podcast here. https://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/digital-edge/2019/12/a-preview-of-aba-techshow-2020/

Digital Detectives Sharon Nelson and John Simek welcome Mary Mack and Kaylee Walstad to discuss the current happenings at the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM). Mary and Kaylee recently acquired the EDRM from the Bolch Judicial Institute at Duke Law School and will continue to collaborate closely with Duke as they move forward. They discuss their new roles, current notable projects in the EDRM community, ways people can get involved, and their plans for the future.

Mary Mack is chief executive officer and chief legal technologist at the EDRM and Kaylee Walstad is chief strategy officer of the EDRM.

Special thanks to the sponsor, Logikcull.

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