Legal Practice Pulse

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly transform legal services, yet the focus remains on its implementation. Matthew Dunne, Katten’s senior innovation and data science manager, emphasizes the need to “focus on people and process” rather than solely on technology. The article outlines a framework for integrating AI into legal workflows, suggesting that firms should…

NetDocuments has introduced its latest artificial intelligence (AI)-driven tool, ndMAX Assist, which aims to enhance the efficiency of legal workflows. Josh Baxter, CEO of NetDocuments, stated that the tool provides “an easy, accessible way for legal organizations to introduce AI-powered capabilities into their everyday workflows.” Unlike other AI platforms, ndMAX Assist respects security protocols and…

As Congress reconvenes, a new study suggests that overtime pay rules are a significant concern for voters ahead of the 2024 election. A recent Navigator Research poll revealed that 84% of registered voters believe that “allowing employers to stop paying hourly workers overtime” would harm the country. The proposed changes under Project 2025 could limit…

In a significant hearing at the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, Judge Amit Mehta is poised to address Google’s monopoly power, following findings that its distribution agreements violate federal antitrust laws. Christopher Hockett, an antitrust expert from UC Berkeley, noted: “The assumption behind Judge Mehta’s ruling is the world would be better”…

Despite significant investments in generative artificial intelligence (AI), many legal departments are not seeing the expected returns. Leaders are questioning whether generative AI is truly the transformative force it was claimed to be. A critical issue is the lack of comprehensive reskilling strategies, which is essential for unlocking AI’s full potential. According to the Harvard Business…

In a competitive legal market, Frank Lopez, chair at Paul Hastings, emphasized that “the only way to grow demand is to take market share from your competitors at the top.” According to a Bloomberg Law report, Paul Hastings ranks second in lateral partner hiring among the top 50 firms, securing 44 partners, just behind Kirkland & Ellis, which hired 71 partners….