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Jul 26, 2021

Alternative Service Providers | Analysis

Stiffer Antitrust Enforcement Could Rain Riches on the E-Discovery Market. But Not for All

By Victoria Hudgins

While a larger focus on M&A is welcomed by some e-discovery providers and practitioners, it may strain staffing and... Read More

Law Firm Client Relationships | News

Morgan Stanley Hasn't Forced Broad Office Return Mandate but Clients Continue to Hold Sway

By Andrew Maloney

"We're not changing our approach," said one Am Law 100 firm leader. Read More

Alternative Service Providers | Q&A

Start-Up/Emerging Law Firm of the Year: NEXT Powered by Shulman Rogers

By Zach Warren

"Innovation to us means turning an age old legal model that is attorney-focused to a new, client-centric model," says... Read More

E-Discovery | Analysis

E-Discovery Providers Are Closely Watching DISCO IPO—But Unlikely to Follow Suit

By Frank Ready

While e-discovery providers will likely be keeping a close eye on DISCO in the wake of company's IPO, many may still... Read More

Legal Technology

Legal Priorities When Prospecting Your Next AI Acquihire

By Lisa Fontenot, Michelle Heisner and James Tenrai

Buyers are using "acquihires," a discreet M&A strategy that oftentimes flies under the news radar, to bolster AI benches. Read More

Awards | Q&A

Championing Diversity in Tech, Law Firm: Regina Sam Penti

By Zach Warren

"By gaining insights through data, we can move away from diversity efforts driven by gut and myths to ones driven by... Read More

Alternative Service Providers | Slideshow

5 Challenges That Await ALSPs on the Path to Growth

By Frank Ready

The reliability and cost effectiveness of ALSPs has helped to position them for growth. But first they may have to figure... Read More

Big Data | News

Convenience Store Chain Can't Shield Investigative Report on Data Breach From Discovery, Judge Rules

By P.J. D'Annunzio

A federal judge has ruled that because an investigative report commissioned by Pennsylvania-based convenience store... Read More

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Women Influence & Power in Law 2021

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Resources

The Paperless Law Firm: 5 Practical Tips to Make the Modern Office a Reality

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Antiquated law office management systems, like printing every email sent or received, create a plethora of problems for your firm. But with the right know-how and technology in place, discover why going paperless is within your reach and will reduce your costs. Learn More