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When Chris Cartrett was named CEO of legal technology company Aderant in 2022, he did so with the mission of aggressively advancing a cloud-first strategy throughout the company's suite of business and financial software for law firms. Given that Aderant is a nearly 50-year-old company with many customers who still use the on-premises version of its software, that was not an easy mission to fulfill.  So three years later, what grade does he give himself in delivering on that mission? That is one of the questions I put to him during a special live LawNext interview. We recorded the interview at Aderant's Momentum Global 2025 user conference in Dallas last month, where Aderant graciously allowed me to use its Studio A recording equipment it had set up at the conference for its own podcast.    In a wide-ranging interview, Cartrett talks about his focus on the cloud, generative AI, and customer service, and why he believes all three are so important right now. He also talks about the company's growth, reflected in the fact that 2024 was a record-breaking year for Aderant and 2025 is on track to be even stronger. We talk about the future of Aderant, the future of law practice, and the likely impact of generative AI, and I ask him how he uses gen AI in his own daily work.  Cartrett first came to Aderant in 2014 from Thomson Reuters as senior vice president of strategy and growth and was promoted to executive vice president in 2017 before becoming president in 2021 and CEO in 2022.. A big thanks to Aderant for letting me use its recording studio and for providing me with the final recording.    Thank You To Our Sponsors This episode of LawNext is generously made possible by our sponsors. We appreciate their support and hope you will check them out. Paradigm, home to the practice management platforms PracticePanther, Bill4Time, MerusCase and LollyLaw; the e-payments platform Headnote; and the legal accounting software TrustBooks. Briefpoint, eliminating routine discovery response and request drafting tasks so you can focus on drafting what matters (or just make it home for dinner). SpeakWrite: Save time with fast, human-powered legal transcription—so you can focus on your practice   If you enjoy listening to LawNext, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.  

Welcome to today's AI Lawyer Talking Tech. In this episode, we'll explore the rapidly shifting landscape of legal technology, moving beyond simple adoption to critical examinations of AI implementation. We'll discuss how law firms are striving to maximize their tech investments for tangible ROI, and what it takes to maintain a competitive edge in this evolving environment, from data strategies to talent development. Plus, we'll examine the ethical and regulatory considerations that are becoming increasingly important as AI transforms the legal sector.How to Maximize ROI on Law Firm Marketing and BD Activities27 Feb 2025JD SupraRashad Blossom26 Feb 2025IdeaMenschThe inquiry is no longer “Are you using AI?” but “How are you using it?”27 Feb 2025IT Brief UKMaestro Strategic Partners: Coaching Law Firms to the Next Level26 Feb 2025Attorney at Law MagazineIncubator for Legal Practice and Innovation: ‘Do Well and Do Good'26 Feb 2025Attorney at Law MagazineHow to Stand Out in the Competitive Legal Profession26 Feb 2025Legal ReaderHow Smart Lawyers Make Dumb AI Mistakes—And How To Avoid Them26 Feb 2025Forbes.comGeopolitical fragmentation, the AI race, and global data flows: the new reality26 Feb 2025Future of Privacy ForumHow Vendors are Catering Legal Practice Management Solutions to Mid-Market Firms25 Feb 2025Sfax.comWhy the use of GenAI in higher education is a cautionary tale26 Feb 2025PhysOrg.comKnowledge Management - Traineeship opportunities 6 months – starting January 202626 Feb 2025Baker & McKenzieCMO Series EP168 - Joe Palermo and Greg Fleischmann on The Evolving Role of Marketing: What CMOs Need to Know in 202526 Feb 2025LexologyABA Working Group Publishes Guidelines for Responsible AI Use By State and Federal Courts26 Feb 2025LawSitesCourt Grants Summary Judgment in AI Copyright Clash, Rejecting "Fair Use"26 Feb 2025JD Supra'Buffoonery': Far-right Florida AG suing Target over LGBTQ Pride mechanidise26 Feb 2025AlterNet.orgEx-British Airways cabin crew ‘fire and rehire' case takes off26 Feb 2025City A.M.The importance of future proofing your firm – and how a digital first mindset can achieve long-term success26 Feb 2025Today's ConveyancerGOP pitch to remove gender ID from Civil Rights Act moves in Senate26 Feb 2025Daily NonpareilThe Importance Of Giving Back: Making Time For Pro Bono And Charitable Work26 Feb 2025Forbes.comHow to Safely Navigate Legal Issues in Agriculture?26 Feb 2025Morning Ag ClipsFirst Solar Sues JinkoSolar Over TOPCon Patent Dispute26 Feb 2025List SolarRaphael Shure leaves Aderant and legaltech to join Aderant's sister company PowerPlan as CEO26 Feb 2025Legal IT InsiderHow data strategy and sophisticated training are integral to the future of GenAI in the legal industry26 Feb 2025ReutersFirst Solar Files Lawsuit Against JinkoSolar for TOPCon Patent Infringement26 Feb 2025Lawyer MonthlyLegal Tech Startup Investment Is Riding High, Thanks To AI Boost26 Feb 2025Crunch BaseFair Use Falls Short: Judge Bibas Rejects AI Training Data Defense in Thomson Reuters v. ROSS26 Feb 2025LexologyThorntons reports profits up by 35% to £12.4 million26 Feb 2025Insider.co.ukUSAID and the new burning of the books in digital and ideological epistemicide. A call to action26 Feb 2025RealKMLegora (Leya) formally partners with FromCounsel to combine GenAI workspace with curated legal content26 Feb 2025Legal IT InsiderAgentEval Launches Open-Source AI Benchmarking Initiative26 Feb 2025Artificial LawyerNavigating Use of Generative AI at Work: Best Practices and Legal Considerations25 Feb 2025GenAI-LexologyPrivacy, Consumer Protection, and State AG Enforcement Action: What to Expect in 202526 Feb 2025Kelley Drye & Warren LLPIP monitor: Patenting computer-implemented inventions (Canada)26 Feb 2025Norton Rose Fulbright

Welcome to today's episode of AI Lawyer Talking Tech! We're diving into a packed lineup of legal technology highlights, from Aderant's zero-exception SOC 2 certification ensuring top-tier data security for law firms, to the transformative potential of AI in reshaping Africa's legal landscape. We'll explore innovations driving courtroom efficiency, such as Trellis AI for trial litigation, and groundbreaking tools like Lexis+ AI, now empowering legal professionals on the go. Plus, we'll discuss how antitrust challenges and data privacy laws are redefining compliance and competition across the globe. Stay tuned for a thought-provoking look at the intersection of legal practice and emerging technology! Aderant's SaaS Platforms Achieve SOC 2 Type 2 Certification with Zero Exceptions20 Nov 2024Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyAI Skills Development to Shape the Future of Africa's Legal Landscape20 Nov 2024Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyRevolutionizing Rights: Spotlight on Judge Samuel A. Thumma20 Nov 2024Thomson Reuters InstituteLaw Firm COO & CFO Forum: Preparing for the law firm of 203420 Nov 2024Thomson Reuters InstituteBeyond Billable Hours: Flatiron's Conrad Everhard on a Fixed-Fee and Tech Based Approach to M&A20 Nov 2024Technically Legal - A Legal Technology and Innovation PodcastPricing legal technology and the impact on the role of the pricing professional: Changing roles and skills19 Nov 2024Thomson Reuters InstituteDemocratizing Law with Descrybe.ai's Kara Peterson and Rich DiBona19 Nov 2024The Geek In ReviewGoogle must sell Chrome, DOJ to propose as antitrust remedy19 Nov 2024Legal Dive - Latest NewsTrellis Launches Trellis AI to Revolutionize Trial Court Litigation19 Nov 2024Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyIf new tech is underutilized in corporate law departments, how can operations professionals fix that?19 Nov 2024Thomson Reuters InstituteCourts in transition: Earning trust, enhancing access & preserving decorum19 Nov 2024Thomson Reuters InstituteGenerative AI in the legal industry: is accuracy everything?19 Nov 2024Legaltech on MediumLegal IT Latest: Pinsents builds onboarding LLM with Xapien, Burges Salmon selects Gen AI startup Wexler, & Nordic Capital to acquire Anaqua19 Nov 2024Legal IT InsiderCourt Ruling in China on Personal Data Transfer by International Hotel Chain19 Nov 2024Squire Patton BoggsAvoiding FCA Scrutiny while Reaping the Benefits of AI [Alert]20 Nov 2024Cozen O ConnorThe use of generative AI in advertising: Legal pitfalls to look out for in the UK19 Nov 2024Hogan LovellsCalifornia Privacy Protection Agency expands the definition of “data broker”19 Nov 2024Kelley Drye & Warren LLPEU Unveils First Draft of General-Purpose AI Code of Practice19 Nov 2024Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & FeldThe Role of AI in Environmental Remediation: Current Uses and Future Potential19 Nov 2024Cole SchotzU.S. Department of the Treasury issues final regulations implementing Executive Order 14105 Targeting Tech Investment in China19 Nov 2024ProskauerThe Essential Questions to Ask Your AI Vendor Before Deploying Artificial Intelligence at Your Organization19 Nov 2024Fisher & Phillips LLPInformation Sharing in the Trump Administration19 Nov 2024Mintz LevinJust Around the Corner, Iowa's Consumer Privacy Law Taking Effect19 Nov 2024Mintz Levin

In today's episode of AI Lawyer Talking Tech, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of legal technology, where artificial intelligence is reshaping everything from document drafting to compliance with global regulations. We'll explore how recent developments, such as the introduction of AI-powered legal tools and groundbreaking regulations like the EU AI Act, are influencing law firms and tech companies alike. With insights from industry leaders at ILTACON 2024 and the latest legal battles in AI copyright law, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the future of law in an increasingly AI-driven landscape. Stay tuned as we unpack these changes and what they mean for legal professionals navigating this new frontier. AI and the Legal Profession – How can Paralegals prepare for a future with AI?10 Aug 2024WardblawGILTACON 24: Aderant to exhibit new tech including viAllocate09 Aug 2024Legal IT InsiderGibson Dunn | Europe | Data Protection – July 202409 Aug 2024Gibson DunnCMU Digest: Music industry lambasts Anthropic's defence + Spotify lays into Apple (again)12 Aug 2024Complete Music UpdateUK technology firms must still respond to EU AI Act12 Aug 2024Consultancy.ukLegalities of artificial intelligence just starting to scratch surface11 Aug 2024Cleveland Jewish newsActionstep Debuts Legal Accounting, Introduces Capture and Builder Products11 Aug 2024TradingCharts.comLegal AI Tech Startup Puts Humans, Not LLMs, at Center of Strategy10 Aug 2024HPC WireGoogle Antitrust Ruling: Reshaping Workers' Comp Tech Landscape09 Aug 2024Workers' CompensationArtificial General Intelligence, If Attained, Will Be the Greatest Invention of All Time09 Aug 2024JD SupraOther Barks & Bites for Friday, August 9: Court Rules Google Has a Monopoly on the Search Engine Market; Survey Says AI Decision Makers Want Change to U.S. Copyright Law; and RIAA Submit Amicus Brief in Support of Music Publishers in Legal Battle with AI09 Aug 2024IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property LawEntering the Era of En****tification09 Aug 2024Legal Talk NetworkILTACON 24: Aderant to exhibit new tech including viAllocate09 Aug 2024Legal IT InsiderWill Google's Monopoly Be Vanquished?09 Aug 2024American ProspectWhat. Just. Happened. (Week of August 2, 2024)09 Aug 20243 Geeks and a Law BlogAderant Accelerates Progress at ILTACON 2024, Debuting New Products and Spearheading Legal Tech/Law School Discussion Within ILTA Community09 Aug 2024AccessWDUNOpinion: I thought I wanted to be a patent lawyer. But my path has changed.09 Aug 2024San Diego Union TribuneAsk Yourself These 7 Questions Before Using AI11 Aug 2024MSN United StatesArtWorks™ Invites Legal Professionals to an Immersive Intellectual Property CLE Conference in Paris, France10 Aug 2024WLUS-FM 98.3Can the Legal System Keep Up With AI? Music Publishers' Anthropic Copyright Lawsuit Tentatively Set for 2026 Trial09 Aug 2024Digital Music NewsLexisNexis Bets On Personalization With Protégé GenAI Assistant12 Aug 2024Artificial LawyerLexTalk World Conference 202412 Aug 2024Legaltech on MediumThe AI Revolution in Law: Transforming Legal Services12 Aug 2024Legaltech on Medium

In this podcast episode, Chris and your podcast host, Charlie Uniman, discuss:   What Aderant's (https://www.aderant.com) software offers its large law firm customers generally and, most significantly, how Aderant's new offering, 'Stridyn,' brings a real platform technology to Aderant's suite of practice management and related tools. The Stridyn technology enables Aderant's customers to integrate all Aderant tooling and third-party software seamlessly.   How Aderant is bringing GenAI's natural language processing features (and other machine learning architectures) to Aderant's software suite, especially with Aderant's MADDI “legal assistant.” This innovative feature has the power to significantly reduce the time spent on routine tasks, allowing legal professionals to focus on more strategic and value-adding activities.   How to understand the true meaning of 'cloud-first' and 'cloud-only' in legal tech use for law firms. Chris also explains how a legal tech vendor's robust security and privacy features are not just crucial, but non-negotiable for encouraging the adoption of cloud-based software by legal tech customers, ensuring their data is always safe and protected.   Chris shares valuable insights for legal tech startup leaders on the subject of legal tech software pricing. He emphasizes that a 'value-based, ear-to-the-market' driven pricing strategy is key to gaining market share. He cautions against the risky path of bottom-up cost-plus pricing, advocating for a pricing approach that aligns with the value the product brings to the market.

Embarking on a career pivot from insurance to the intricate world of legal tech, Jason Grimes, VP of Sales at Stretto, brings a compelling blend of legal expertise and sales acumen to the table. In our latest Sales Lead Dog episode, Jason shares his fascinating journey through the labyrinth of bankruptcy and corporate restructuring, showing how leveraging his legal background has been a game-changer in his sales strategy. As the VP of Software Sales, he reveals how understanding the exacting needs of legal professionals has not only honed Stretto's offerings but has also reinforced his credibility and effectiveness in a market where precision is paramount. Building an authentic and resilient sales team culture is an art, and Jason paints us a vivid picture of how he does it. With a player-coach approach and a strong emphasis on vulnerability, he creates an atmosphere that encourages genuine interaction and confidence. He also throws in a unique meeting tip to help his teams segue into discussions with ease and authenticity. Jason's insights are a masterclass in nurturing a sales environment that aligns with company values while also fostering individual growth and collaboration.  Technology isn't just a buzzword for Jason; it's the backbone of operational success. Through anecdotes and expertise, he unwraps the importance of a robust CRM system, the art of conducting nuanced job interviews, and the intricate dance of integrating sales and marketing tech. This episode doesn't just scratch the surface; it's a deep exploration into creating a synchronized ecosystem where sales and marketing technologies work in concert, offering a glimpse into the future of strategic business growth. Tune in to discover how Jason Grimes orchestrates the symphony of sales, legal tech, and leadership.  Jason is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of revenue-generating experience in the legal technology industry and a proven track record of success. With a long history of building and leading high-performing teams, he brings practical expertise to his role at Stretto where he leads the organization's business-development efforts for its Best Case by Stretto business unit. Jason understands the importance of serving as a trusted partner to clients and is passionate about helping law firms achieve their business goals by leveraging technology resources to maximize productivity. As a licensed Attorney, he is a recognized legal-technology expert and has been featured in publications such as The American Lawyer, The National Law Journal, and Law360, and is a frequent speaker at industry events. Prior to joining Stretto, Jason held various senior positions with LeanLaw, AbacusNext (CARET), and Aderant.   Quotes: "Unlocking the secrets to a high-performing sales team starts with a culture that embraces vulnerability and authenticity." "The leap from insurance to legal tech sales wasn't just a career shift; it was an integration of my legal expertise into a winning sales strategy." "The internal sale is just as crucial as the external one. Gaining stakeholder buy-in at all levels is key to a thriving sales environment."   Links: Jason's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasondgrimes/ Stretto - https://www.stretto.com   Get this episode and all other episodes of Sales Lead Dog at https://empellorcrm.com/salesleaddog/ 

As this episode is released, Aderant, a technology company that provides business and practice management software for mid- to large-sized law firms worldwide, is in the midst of its Global Momentum user conference, taking place in Nashville. At the conference, the company made a major news announcement – the launch of Stridyn, a new cloud platform that will form the foundation for all the cloud and AI applications the company offers.  That launch marks the culmination of a year in which Aderant has continued to push its cloud-first strategy, most notably through its Expert Sierra cloud-based practice management system, and in which it has increasingly focused on the development of artificial intelligence tools to enhance law business management, including through MADDI, the AI powered virtual associate it introduced last June.  My guest today is the person leading the company through all this, president and CEO Chris Cartrett. A 10-year veteran of the company, he was named president in 2021 and took over as CEO on Jan. 3, 2022. Now, just over two years into the job, and just ahead of Aderant's conference this week, he sat down with me to discuss the news coming out this week and for a broader conversation about the company and the legal industry.    Thank You To Our Sponsors This episode of LawNext is generously made possible by our sponsors. We appreciate their support and hope you will check them out. Paradigm, home to the practice management platforms PracticePanther, Bill4Time, MerusCase and LollyLaw; the e-payments platform Headnote; and the legal accounting software TrustBooks.   If you enjoy listening to LawNext, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.  

Customer service agents face challenges such as access to relevant data and the right technological tools, with some juggling up to 10 different systems to address a single issue. Each step in the process of resolving customer issues is time-consuming and complex, with agents spending significant time researching cases and seeking out solutions. As customer inquiries increase in volume and complexity, organizations must find ways to streamline processes, reduce the workload on agents, and improve the overall customer experience. This week on the podcast, we have Edgar Wilson II, Principal Program Manager for Customer Service Business Applications to highlight what Copilot for Service is and how customers can extract value from it.Episode Topics:What is Copilot for Service?How is this different than D365 CS?How can a customer get started?Useful Resources:Official Microsoft Copilot for Service documentation - Copilot for Service | Microsoft LearnQuickstart—create and deploy Copilot for Service - Copilot for Service | Microsoft LearnGet started with Microsoft Copilot for Service - Training | Microsoft LearnAbout Edgar Wilson II:"Hi, my name is Edgar Wilson, Principal Program Manager in the Dynamics 365 Customer Service group. I hold over 15 years of Dynamics experience having spent 7 years with prestigious implementation partners including Aderant, Customer Effective and Hitachi. During this time I worked as an architect and technical consultant implementing Dynamics in a variety of industries including Financial Services, Healthcare and manufacturing. I've been at Microsoft 8 years, holding a variety of roles in sales and engineering in the business applications group."Connect with Edgar - Edgar Wilson II | LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to "AI Lawyer Talking Tech," the podcast where we delve into the latest innovations and developments in the legal technology landscape. Today, we explore the intersection of law and technology, from legal disruptor Zach Abramowitz's upcoming conference participation discussing legal tech innovations to the emergence of AI tools in court to improve efficiency and transparency. We'll also touch on the importance of estate planning services and the legal implications of using cycle cams to report dangerous drivers. Furthermore, we'll discuss the release of a new AI product, Foundation Dragon, designed to create a database of corporate deal terms for law firm documents. Plus, we'll delve into the increased scrutiny of the financial transactions in the gaming industry by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the collaboration between Aderant and Vanderbilt Law School to promote AI's potential applications in the legal industry. Join us as we explore the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of law and technology. Zach Abramowitz is Legally Disrupted is Coming to a Conference Near You!10 Apr 2024Zach Abramowitz is Legally DisruptedLeveraging GenAI tools in courts contains opportunities and challenges09 Apr 2024Thomson Reuters InstituteJustia Legal Resources: Estate Planning Legal Center09 Apr 2024Legal Marketing & Technology BlogCycle cams, driver privacy and data protection law10 Apr 2024ETANew Product from Litera Uses Gen AI to Create Database of Corporate Deal Terms from a Firm's Own Documents10 Apr 2024LawSitesAderant and Vanderbilt Law School Forge Collaboration to Catalyze AI Legal Technology Innovation to Assist Law Firms and Future Lawyers10 Apr 2024MarketScreener.comReport Highlight's the CFPB's Increased Scrutiny of the Gaming Industry and its Financial Transactions09 Apr 2024Steptoe & Johnson LLPMedia Coverage of Hinshaw's 2024 Legal Malpractice and Risk Management (LMRM) Conference09 Apr 2024Hinshaw & Culbertson LLPCFPB Highlights Financial, Privacy Risks of Consumer Transactions on Gaming Platforms09 Apr 2024Cooley

Welcome to the AI Lawyer Talking Tech podcast, where we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and the legal industry. In today's episode, we delve into the latest developments in legal technology and innovation, covering a wide range of topics from the launch of Aderant's new matter reconciliation module, BillBlast, to the legal implications and risks associated with utilizing AI in law. We also discuss the evolving landscape of the legal industry, including the increasing importance of AI in legal services and the impact of technology-focused conferences. Join us as we navigate the cutting edge of AI and legal innovation, unraveling the complexities and implications of these advancements in the legal world. Aderant Launches New Matter Reconciliation Module for BillBlast29 Jan 2024AccessWDUN3 Types of Legal Blog Prompts to Try with ChatGPT29 Jan 2024LexBlogCourtroom Insight Launches Dynamic Lawyer Directory29 Jan 2024Dewey B StrategicMatter of Samuel – Artificial Intelligence Hallucinates and an Incapacitated Person Makes a Will29 Jan 2024LexBlogMitigating Legal Risks When Using Generative AI29 Jan 2024Forbes.comReimagining Legal Services For Those Who Cannot Afford a Lawyer: Combine AI and Lawyers29 Jan 2024Real Lawyers Have BlogsCan Copyright Law Destroy ChatGPT? Insights from the New York Times Lawsuit29 Jan 2024CryptopolitanStar tech: the next generation29 Jan 2024Law Society GazetteAI & Law Best Practices28 Jan 2024beSpacificILTA Announces A New Two-Day Conference In April, ILTA EVOLVE, Focused on Gen AI and Cybersecurity28 Jan 2024LawSites5 Data Privacy Trends to Watch in 202428 Jan 2024AdMonsters.comHow to use AI to cut down on legal fees28 Jan 2024Kim KomandoAI for Justice Delivery Revolutionizes Uganda's Legal System27 Jan 2024CryptopolitanProof Technology Raises $30.4 Million to Grow Litigation Services Platform27 Jan 2024PYMNTS.comKatherine Lowry, Leigh Zeiser, Elaine Dick Speak at Legalweek's American Association of Law Libraries26 Jan 2024Baker HostetlerEstate of George Carlin Sues Podcasters Over AI-Generated Comedy Routine26 Jan 2024JDJournalHow Alternative Legal Service Providers (ALSPs) Help You Maximize Document Review Efficiency26 Jan 2024JD SupraPayPal Announces AI-Powered Updates29 Jan 2024Goodmans Technology BlogAderant Launches New Matter Reconciliation Module for BillBlast29 Jan 2024Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyTRE, the Revolutionary, No Data Entry CRM, Debuts at Legalweek, NY29 Jan 2024Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyOddr Rolls Out Industry's First AI-Powered Invoice-to-Cash Platform at Legalweek29 Jan 2024Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyState of the US Legal Market 2024 analysis: Future-proofing productivity29 Jan 2024Thomson Reuters InstituteAI in 2024: Should We Still Be “Moving Fast and Breaking Things”?29 Jan 2024Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyRevolutionizing Legal Support: LDM Global as a Leading ALSP in the USA28 Jan 2024Legaltech on Medium

At the outset of the podcast, Andy shares his professional background, which spans over 20 years in the technology industry, building software solutions for various industries. He also talks about his transition to legal tech and his excitement about the future of innovation in the industry. Charlie and Andy discuss Aderant's broad functionalities, including practice management, litigation management, billing, recruiting, and knowledge management. Andy turns next to his current focus on innovation and disruption in the legal industry through data analytics and AI. Andy mentions Aderant's upcoming Momentum conference (May 2023), where it plans to unveil new technology for the legal tech space. Andy and Charlie close the podcast by covering futuristic legal tech trends (including blockchain (not "crypto") and the metaverse), Aderant's plans for staying ahead of the technology curve, and the pride that Aderant takes in its ability to evolve with the changing needs of clients and its continuing to be a leader in the market.

As President & COO of Altec, Don Howren is responsible for driving corporate growth strategy, company go-to-market execution, and market share growth. He is an accomplished senior executive with 30 years of experience in enterprise software at Epicor, Sage, Aderant, and Accruent including successful exits with industry-leading Private Equity organizations. Don has a variety of experience in enterprise software companies from start-ups, early stage, high growth, and turnaround environments. 

As President & COO of Altec, Don Howren is responsible for driving corporate growth strategy, company go-to-market execution, and market share growth. He is an accomplished senior executive with 30 years of experience in enterprise software at Epicor, Sage, Aderant, and Accruent including successful exits with industry-leading Private Equity organizations. Don has a variety of experience in enterprise software companies from start-ups, early stage, high growth, and turnaround environments. 

I spoke with Chris Cartrett and Raphael Shure, the CEO and COO, respectively, for Aderant, a developer of practice management software for legal professionals. We discussed why legal teams are increasingly focused on leveraging technology for practice management, how the pandemic impacted the way law firm leaders manage their teams and operations, Aderant's acquisition of American LegalNet, and the most promising areas of legal in 2022.

I spoke with Chris Cartrett and Raphael Shure, the CEO and COO, respectively, for Aderant, a developer of practice management software for legal professionals. We discussed why legal teams are increasingly focused on leveraging technology for practice management, how the pandemic impacted the way law firm leaders manage their teams and operations, Aderant's acquisition of American LegalNet, and the most promising areas of legal in 2022.

I spoke with Erez Bustan, the former CEO of American Legalnet, a leading docketing and litigation management software developer, which Aderant recently acquired. We discussed the sale of American Legalnet, the factors that an entrepreneur should consider when deciding whether to sell a legal technology company, and future opportunities for innovation in legal.

I spoke with Erez Bustan, the former CEO of American Legalnet, a leading docketing and litigation management software developer, which Aderant recently acquired. We discussed the sale of American Legalnet, the factors that an entrepreneur should consider when deciding whether to sell a legal technology company, and future opportunities for innovation in legal.

This week we talk with Factor's Ed Sohn and Michael Callier on the consulting for in-house legal teams through what they describe as New Law companies. New Law is who corporate legal counsel reach out to in order to streamline their operations and find ways of integrating themselves into the overall mission of the corporation, rather than just the department which mitigates legal and business risks. Sohn and Callier stress that New Law companies are not a threat to established law firms, but rather a partner who can help firms differentiate themselves from their peers by allowing for the consultation to clients for alternative legal strategies. Ed Sohn on Barriers to Adoption in Law Process adoption, or its failure oftentimes rests with people. It actually rests with social learning. it actually rests with how do you celebrate and story tell and create a culture that's conducive to the adoption of technology and innovation. Michael Callier on Change Management in the Legal Industry To be honest, it's not that people fear change, it's that people fear the loss associated with change. We change every day. We change clothes. We eat different things. We go to different places that we've never been before. So it's not it's not fear of change, it's fear of the loss associated with change. And so in particular, with the legal industry. Information Inspirations Jean O'Grady helps bring Thomson Reuters' abandonment of 24/7 Research Attorney Help Desk from her Dewey B. Strategic Blog, as well as her discussion on Bob Ambrogi's Legal Journalists Roundtable. Mergers are hot! Aderant acquired American Legal Net Barbri has acquired West Academic Contact Us Twitter: @gebauerm or @glambert. Voicemail: 713-487-7270 Email: geekinreviewpodcast@gmail.com. Music: As always, the great music you hear on the podcast is from Jerry David DeCicca. Transcript is available on 3 Geeks and a Law Blog

Interview with Jessica Segal – Jessica is the Global L&D Manager at Aderant. She is passionate about Innovation and helping people bring their full self to work.

I spoke with Chris Cartrett, an executive vice president at Aderant, a global business management software provider for law firms. We discussed the company's Business of Law and Legal Technology Survey, the tools that proved most valuable to law firms in the past year, the elements of virtual events that will endure, and how law firm technology will evolve in a hybrid workplace.

I spoke with Chris Cartrett, an executive vice president at Aderant, a global business management software provider for law firms. We discussed the company's Business of Law and Legal Technology Survey, the tools that proved most valuable to law firms in the past year, the elements of virtual events that will endure, and how law firm technology will evolve in a hybrid workplace.

In 2012, Gabriela Isturiz co-founded Bellefield Systems, a company offering a timekeeping application for lawyers. Over the next seven years, Bellefield grew to 45 employees when Isturiz decided to hire an advisor to find a strategic investor. Given Bellefield's growth and success, Isturiz was hoping the process would garner a valuation of 5-7 times Bellefield's Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR).

Building up your brand is important for any organization. But how do you define your brand, and what do other people think of you? Sometimes, the answers to those two questions don’t match up and it’s at that point that Craig Dekshenieks, the Director, Content & Marketing Operations at Aderant, says that hard choices need to be made. On this episode of Marketing Trends, Craig explains why discovering outside perceptions should be a key factor in your marketing strategy. Plus, he talks about why content needs to do more than just spread your brand message and he talks about the future of marketing.  3 Takeaways: How others perceive you is just as important as how you perceive yourself You need to create content that converts The ability to measure hard-to-measure things will be what defines the future of marketing --- Marketing Trends podcast is brought to you by Salesforce. Discover marketing built on the world’s number one CRM: Salesforce. Put your customer at the center of every interaction. Automate engagement with each customer. And build your marketing strategy around the entire customer journey. Salesforce. We bring marketing and engagement together. Learn more at salesforce.com/marketing. 

The past ten years have been what University of Tennessee Law Professor Ben Barton calls "the lost decade" for law schools. In his new book, Fixing Law Schools: From Collapse to the Trump Bump and Beyond, Professor Barton walks us through the issues he sees with the current structure of legal education in the United States, and ways to actually fix it. The book focuses on three areas that need correction: The cost of legal education is simply too high, and cannot be maintained. Technology has to be leveraged within the educational curriculum to help future practicing attorneys to do more work, charge less, and make more money in the end. Regulations have to be focused on the outputs of legal education, and be given teeth so that students are more likely to succeed. While the book title is about the lost decade of the 2010s, the root of the problem goes back well over a hundred years. Professor Barton talks with us about where we've been, where we are, and where we need to go so that we really are Fixing Law Schools. Information Inspirations We keep it short and sweet this week (mostly because neither of us has finished our holiday shopping.) Wireframes are becoming less relevant — and that's a good thing - In his Medium article, Sean Dexter argues that using wireframes is basically old school now, especially given the rise of Agile product development, and Lean UX processes. Today's visualizations require more on-the-fly modifications which standard wireframes just don't allow. Newer products like Think Sketch, Adobe XD, or Figma are the modern tools you might want to check out. 25+ Legal Tech and Business of Law Predictions for 2020 - Aderant released its third annual predictions and the common theme seems to be centered around the idea that we need less talk about innovation and more actual implementation of innovative ideas and products. Stop with the PR and BS, and get something done. Greg wanted to add one other idea to the 2020 prediction and declare that collaborative software products like Microsoft Teams or the legal industry-focused product Workstorm are going to become must-have products in the team environments in which most of us work. Listen, Subscribe, Comment Our holiday gift wish is that you take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcast. Be generous!! Contact us anytime by tweeting us at @gebauerm or @glambert. Or, you can call The Geek in Review hotline at 713-487-7270 and leave us a message. You can email us at geekinreviewpodcast@gmail.com. As always, the great music you hear on the podcast is from Jerry David DeCicca.

How can a brand make itself a go-to source for thought leadership in an industry? To find out, we talked with Chris Cartrett. Chris is currently Executive Vice President at Aderant, a software company providing legal business solutions to firms around the world. As EVP, Chris is responsible for growth and strategy at Aderant. On this episode of Marketing Trends, Chris joins host Ian Faison to discuss how to add value through thought leadership, the unique challenges of marketing in the professional services industry, his best tips for sales and marketing alignment, and much more. For full notes and show notes, click here. Marketing Trends is brought to you by our friends at Salesforce Pardot, B2B marketing automation on the world's #1 CRM. Are you ready to take your B2B marketing to new heights? With Pardot, marketers can find and nurture leads, close more deals, and maximize ROI. Learn more by heading to www.pardot.com/podcast. To learn more or subscribe to our weekly newsletter, visit MarketingTrends.com.

Episode 13 of The Lunch Break Podcast features Nick Cegelski, Account Executive at Aderant. Nick is an former collegiate wrestler, startup founder and is now an Enterprise Account Executive selling legal technology with Aderant. He is based in Southern California and, when not connecting with customers, enjoys hiking, biking and coaching wrestling. Nick and I talk about his sales journey - from founding a company in college, what led him to getting into sales after he sold his business and why he loves what he does now. We dive into managing your emotions in sales, and how having a healthy lifestyle is a HUGE component in maintaining your composure. Nick shares his insight on how getting a good work out in can propel you to being truly productive. Nick also talks about how embracing the use of his CRM keeps him consistent in follow ups, getting the right amount of touches to a prospect and most importantly- keeping track of valuable relationship info that helps him stay connected to his clients. We also touch on building a personal brand as a sales person and how he sees it as an advantage in his career. The main theme that came out of everything we covered is that Nick has made a decision to have a POV of "always moving forward" - which is a mindset that every single sales person that tunes in can benefit from!

When Alvin Tedjamulia cofounded NetDocuments in 1998 as the first cloud-based platform for document and email management, few lawyers had any concept of what it meant to work in the cloud. Today, NetDocuments has grown to become one of the leading DMS systems in legal, counting some of the world’s leading law firms and corporations as its customers. Now chief technology officer at NetDocuments, Tedjamulia is in charge of strategic planning, cloud engineering, research and development, and SaaS software development, as well as for overseeing the company’s data centers in locations around the world. During NetDocuments’ recent ndElevate customer and partner conference, Tedjamulia sat down with host Bob Ambrogi to discuss the development of NetDocuments over the years and how lawyers came to love the cloud. Before cofounding NetDocuments, Tedjamulia was a cofounder in 1989 of SoftSolutions, an early DMS system popular with the legal profession. After WordPerfect acquired SoftSolutions, he became CTO at WordPerfect, and after Novell acquired WordPerfect, he became VP in charge of the Advanced Technology Group. He was also the original chief designer for Comprehensive Law Office (CLO), an accounting and time & billing system for Law Firms which is now with Aderant. Comment on this show: Record a voice comment on your mobile phone and send it to info@lawnext.com.

I spoke with Chris Cartrett, the executive vice president of Aderant, a legal industry time and billing software company. We discussed how law firms adapting and responding to the changing legal market, examples of innovations that dynamic organizations are implementing, the types of technology that can provide the biggest impact on law firm efficiency and profitability, how a law firm can display agility in its approach, and key areas of potential change in the legal industry.

I spoke with Chris Cartrett, the executive vice president of Aderant, a legal industry time and billing software company. We discussed how law firms adapting and responding to the changing legal market, examples of innovations that dynamic organizations are implementing, the types of technology that can provide the biggest impact on law firm efficiency and profitability, how a law firm can display agility in its approach, and key areas of potential change in the legal industry.

I spoke with Chris Cartrett, the executive vice president of Aderant, a legal industry time and billing software company. We discussed how law firms adapting and responding to the changing legal market, examples of innovations that dynamic organizations are implementing, the types of technology that can provide the biggest impact on law firm efficiency and profitability, how a law firm can display agility in its approach, and key areas of potential change in the legal industry.

I spoke with Mike Barry, the senior vice president of research and development for Aderant, one of the largest software providers in the legal industry. We discussed key challenges that he expects clients to face in 2013, including lingering pressure from the financial crisis, increasing interest in alternative fees, and the disruptive force of innovative technology. Barry predicts a rise in the use of time capture tools, business intelligence programs, mobility products, and legal project management leading to a cultural revolution in law firms.

I spoke with Mike Barry, the senior vice president of research and development for Aderant, one of the largest software providers in the legal industry. We discussed key challenges that he expects clients to face in 2013, including lingering pressure from the financial crisis, increasing interest in alternative fees, and the disruptive force of innovative technology. Barry predicts a rise in the use of time capture tools, business intelligence programs, mobility products, and legal project management leading to a cultural revolution in law firms.

I spoke with Mike Barry, the senior vice president of research and development for Aderant, one of the largest software providers in the legal industry. We discussed key challenges that he expects clients to face in 2013, including lingering pressure from the financial crisis, increasing interest in alternative fees, and the disruptive force of innovative technology. Barry predicts a rise in the use of time capture tools, business intelligence programs, mobility products, and legal project management leading to a cultural revolution in law firms.

I spoke with Mike Barry, the senior vice president of research and development for Aderant, one of the largest software providers in the legal industry. We discussed key challenges that he expects clients to face in 2013, including lingering pressure from the financial crisis, increasing interest in alternative fees, and the disruptive force of innovative technology. Barry predicts a rise in the use of time capture tools, business intelligence programs, mobility products, and legal project management leading to a cultural revolution in law firms.

I spoke with Mike Barry, the senior vice president of research and development for Aderant, one of the largest software providers in the legal industry. We discussed key challenges that he expects clients to face in 2013, including lingering pressure from the financial crisis, increasing interest in alternative fees, and the disruptive force of innovative technology. Barry predicts a rise in the use of time capture tools, business intelligence programs, mobility products, and legal project management leading to a cultural revolution in law firms.

With the creation of project management offices (PMOs) and the hiring of full-time project managers, some organizations are experiencing formal project methodologies, intensive paperwork, more meetings, etc., which can significantly increase the amount of time it takes for projects to get designed, proposed, approved and implemented. There are also issues with projects that don't involve in-depth methodologies. ILTA recently sat down for a “virtual roundtable” with industry thought leaders to get their insight in these areas. Our interview with Mike Barry, Senior Vice President of R&D, Marketing and Product Management at Aderant, can be heard in its entirety on the accompanying podcast. Visit the ILTA website to hear each participant's interview.

I spoke with Jim Hammond, the Vice President for Global Marketing at Aderant about the company's recent acquisitions and the cohesion of its various brands. He noted that the new company has a wider footprint in legal, financial, and practice management systems with Client Profiles, is fully integrating Compulaw for seamless integration, and has a larger market share with CRM for business development used by firms all around the world. He described it as “one company with multiple products” that is focusing on providing high value to its clients.

I spoke with Jim Hammond, the Vice President for Global Marketing at Aderant about the company’s recent acquisitions and the cohesion of its various brands. He noted that the new company has a wider footprint in legal, financial, and practice management systems with Client Profiles, is fully integrating Compulaw for seamless integration, and has a larger market share with CRM for business development used by firms all around the world. He described it as “one company with multiple products” that is focusing on providing high value to its clients.

I spoke with Jim Hammond, the Vice President for Global Marketing at Aderant about the company’s recent acquisitions and the cohesion of its various brands. He noted that the new company has a wider footprint in legal, financial, and practice management systems with Client Profiles, is fully integrating Compulaw for seamless integration, and has a larger market share with CRM for business development used by firms all around the world. He described it as “one company with multiple products” that is focusing on providing high value to its clients.

I spoke with Jim Hammond, the Vice President for Global Marketing at Aderant about the company’s recent acquisitions and the cohesion of its various brands. He noted that the new company has a wider footprint in legal, financial, and practice management systems with Client Profiles, is fully integrating Compulaw for seamless integration, and has a larger market share with CRM for business development used by firms all around the world. He described it as “one company with multiple products” that is focusing on providing high value to its clients.

Companies are using business intelligence (BI) software to access and analyze the raw data associated with their business processes. BI has been found to help cut costs, create best practices, improve decision making and identify new business opportunities. With the growing need to improve efficiencies in every aspect of daily operations, how can the legal industry leverage this software? Several thought-leaders in the business intelligence arena recently sat down to share their views on this topic. This is the interview with John Callahan at ADERANT

I spoke with Mike Kohlsdorf, CEO of Aderant, an application software company that focuses on professional services firms, about the changes in the economy and an increased need for technology solutions at law firms. We discussed criteria that law firms use to evaluate technology, i.e., quality, implementation speed, and customer support. He highlighted that great products are architecturally open, scalable, feature-rich functionally, and have a low total cost of ownership. He also offered his predictions for the remainder of the year, noting "We are starting to approach, at least in the legal vertical, some level of stability." He referenced Citi Private Bank's Managing Partner Confidence Index, which reports, according to this article in The Recorder, "About two-thirds of 133 managing partners or chairmen surveyed said the economy is the same or better than six months ago, and 59 percent expect a stable or improving economy over the next six months." In fact, "there is a lot more optimism today than there was as little as two or three months ago," Kohlsdorf said.

I spoke with Mike Kohlsdorf, CEO of Aderant, an application software company that focuses on professional services firms, about the changes in the economy and an increased need for technology solutions at law firms. We discussed criteria that law firms use to evaluate technology, i.e., quality, implementation speed, and customer support. He highlighted that great products are architecturally open, scalable, feature-rich functionally, and have a low total cost of ownership. He also offered his predictions for the remainder of the year, noting "We are starting to approach, at least in the legal vertical, some level of stability." He referenced Citi Private Bank's Managing Partner Confidence Index, which reports, according to this article in The Recorder, "About two-thirds of 133 managing partners or chairmen surveyed said the economy is the same or better than six months ago, and 59 percent expect a stable or improving economy over the next six months." In fact, "there is a lot more optimism today than there was as little as two or three months ago," Kohlsdorf said.

I spoke with Mike Kohlsdorf, CEO of Aderant, an application software company that focuses on professional services firms, about the changes in the economy and an increased need for technology solutions at law firms. We discussed criteria that law firms use to evaluate technology, i.e., quality, implementation speed, and customer support. He highlighted that great products are architecturally open, scalable, feature-rich functionally, and have a low total cost of ownership. He also offered his predictions for the remainder of the year, noting "We are starting to approach, at least in the legal vertical, some level of stability." He referenced Citi Private Bank's Managing Partner Confidence Index, which reports, according to this article in The Recorder, "About two-thirds of 133 managing partners or chairmen surveyed said the economy is the same or better than six months ago, and 59 percent expect a stable or improving economy over the next six months." In fact, "there is a lot more optimism today than there was as little as two or three months ago," Kohlsdorf said.