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Data Literacy: A Critical Skill for Legal Professionals

Colin S. Levy

Legal teams are no longer just advisors on regulatory compliance or dispute resolution—they are now key players in data governance, risk management, and strategic decision-making. This involves more than just skimming through compliance dashboards; it requires diving into how data is collected, processed, and stored.

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Procedural Justice: What It Is and Why It’s Important

Clio

Procedural justice can be put into practice across various systems where authority figures make decisions, such as in employer/employee relations, disputes in educational settings, and the justice system. When people feel that theyve been treated fairly and with respect during decision-making, trust, and compliance are built.

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LegalTechTalk Uncovered 2025 – Sahar Farooqi – E07

Legally Speaking

With decades of experience as a commercial dispute resolution specialist and advocacy partner (at DAC […] On today’s minisode of LegalTechTalk Uncovered 2025, we talk to returning guest Sahar Farooqi (now CEO of Legalencia, formerly CEO of LegalNC).

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What If I Don’t Want to Litigate? Law Degree Alternatives: Exploring Unconventional Career Paths

The Barrister

compliance, risk management, or consulting) but do not mandate the formal qualifications necessary to practice law (like bar passage). 5 Human Resources and Employee Relations : Legal expertise is invaluable for navigating workplace disputes, drafting employee contracts, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. In 2022, 84.6%

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Should You Outsource Contract Management Services?

Percipient

Compliance monitoring: Legal specialists can make sure your contracts stay in line with new regulations, which, in turn, can help reduce legal risks. Dispute resolution assistance: Experts can help handle contract-related conflicts, which helps reduce the chances of expensive legal battles.

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How to Create a Strategic Plan For the Legal Department That Fits

Percipient

Legal strategies vary by department, but common approaches include: Risk management Compliance planning Contract strategy Litigation or dispute resolution planning Support for business growth (e.g., M&A, expansion) What are the 7 elements of a strategic plan?

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Voting Is Closed, Results Are In: Here are the 15 Legal Tech Startups Selected for the 2025 Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW

ABA TECHSHOW

CounselVault Imagine a world where your data is not just secure but impregnable, where efficiency meets compliance in the face of ever-growing cyber threats. Bot Mediation Bot Mediation introduces the legal industrys first AI-powered mediator, transforming dispute resolution to be more accessible, efficient, and fair.