ABA Techshow

So you think you know tech? Law firms do a check of their associates

First-year associates might understand technology, but that doesn’t mean that they understand their firms’ technology, which is often customized, says Betsey Frank, director of staff development and technology training at Sidley Austin. Frank spoke Thursday at an ABA Techshow panel with Faye Jones, director of the University of Illinois College…

Mar 1, 2019 10:29 AM CST

There’s a variety of affordable—or free—ways to teach legal tech, law school librarians say

Deborah Ginsberg doesn’t teach a specific legal technology class at Chicago-Kent College of Law. Instead, the educational technology law librarian goes to various classes and provides students with information relevant to legal practice areas taught in the course.

Mar 1, 2019 9:58 AM CST

Outsourcing is a smart business practice, but it brings ethical considerations

With a proliferation of virtual receptionists, freelance lawyer marketplaces and other technologies to relieve the burden of running a small law firm, it's hard to know where to start.

Mar 1, 2019 9:32 AM CST

Solos and small firms need to prepare for death and disaster

During a Thursday morning ABA Techshow panel, “Planning for Tomorrow, Today,” Peter Roberts, a private practice management consultant from Washington state, said that succession planning starts with hiring practices.

Feb 28, 2019 4:50 PM CST

How to avoid security risks without going broke

During a panel at ABA Techshow 2019 on Thursday, Sherri Davidoff told the audience: “The most effective things in cybersecurity are free.” Davidoff, the CEO of BrightWise and the founder of LMG Security, and David Ries, of counsel at Clark Hill who practices in data protection law and litigation, outlined…

Feb 28, 2019 3:54 PM CST

Artificial intelligence isn’t a magical unicorn: It’s a powerful tool lawyers are already wielding

The conversation around artificial intelligence is often bogged down by jargon and metaphors relying on our notions of magic rather than our knowledge of science.

Feb 28, 2019 3:07 PM CST

Check out this year’s best Techshow swag (gallery)

Legal professionals travel to Chicago every year for the ABA Techshow, a convention centered on the integration of technology into the practice of law. Between attending panels and networking, attendees have a busy schedule—but that doesn’t mean there isn’t time to have a little fun. At the ABA Techshow EXPO,…

Feb 28, 2019 1:30 PM CST

Want to fly a drone? You have to play by the rules

The first full day of ABA Techshow 2019 kicked off with a buzz as a small, black multi-propellered flying object zipped through a ballroom at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago.

Feb 28, 2019 11:45 AM CST

Texting app wins ABA Techshow’s Startup Alley

JurisBytes won the 2019 Startup Alley competition at ABA Techshow 2019 on Wednesday. "For this to be our first trade show, it's very exciting for all of us," says Ryan Mullis, founder and CEO of JurisBytes.

Feb 28, 2019 10:32 AM CST

What tech gear do you use at your law firm, and how is it helpful to you?

In the 21st century, law firms no longer run on just paper and pencil. Legal technology is a booming industry, which is why lawyers and professionals come together annually for the ABA Techshow in Chicago. This year, from Feb. 27 to March 2, attendees will scour the expo floor and…

Feb 27, 2019 2:57 PM CST

ABA Techshow to delve into ‘future proofing’ law practices

With increased demand, the ABA’s marquee technology conference is doubling its academic offerings, moving events to larger venues and even providing more yoga classes—all in an effort to help keep attorneys’ practices, and bodies, spry and ready for the future.

Jan 29, 2019 6:00 AM CST

ABA Techshow 2018 examines legal profession’s direction with technology emphasis

ABA Techshow 2018 paired panel discussions focused on mentoring female and minority lawyers alongside the traditional sessions examining workplace efficiency, as well as legal issues arising from old, new and emerging technologies.

Jun 1, 2018 1:05 AM CDT

60 tips, tricks and technologies to improve your life and practice on and offline

Updated: A free artificial intelligence legal research tool, accepting cryptocurrency at your firm and a way to get your tab addiction under control were just a fraction of the 60 tips and technologies shared in the last 60 minutes of ABA Techshow in Chicago.

Mar 10, 2018 2:19 PM CST

Gear freaks rejoice: Hand-gesture-controlled drones and robotic printers are here!

Heidi Alexander, deputy director of Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, and Lincoln Mead, IT director for the Utah State Bar, showed off novel and useful tech gear to a standing-room-only crowd during a Saturday morning session at ABA Techshow.

Mar 10, 2018 12:54 PM CST

Take a people-centric approach to implementing software, improving processes

Legal software comes out of the box missing two critical features: It needs people and a consistent process to run.

Mar 10, 2018 12:10 PM CST