Legal Speak

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Legal Speak is a weekly podcast that makes sense of what's happening in the legal industry. Each episode tackles a subject that's worthy of a deep dive—from law firm profit hacks to Supreme Court showdowns to the most promising plays in legal tech. Hosted by Senior Litigation Reporter of the Daily Report Cedra Mayfield and Senior Staff Writer for the American Lawyer Patrick Smith, Legal Speak offers straight talk from experts, plus an inside-the-newsroom perspective on market-shaping stories.

Will an Ex-Big Law Associate Bring Legal Tech to Its Tipping Point?

Oct 26, 2018

If a dozen elite law firms are correct, Reynen Court could be a game changer that enables the widespread and seamless adoption of legal technology. Reporter Roy Strom talks to founder Andrew Klein about his big idea and his unconventional career path. Legal Speak is brought to you by Econ One, offering economic...

Attention Law Firms: This GC Wants to Transport You to the Future

Oct 19, 2018

How do we turn data into knowledge? Orix USA general counsel Ron Barger has some ideas, and he wants the law firms he hires to help make it happen.

As the head of operations for the investment banking and financial services firm based in Dallas, Barger looks for outside counsel who can help him “see around the...

One Big Law Attorney's Journey with Depression, One Firm's Response to the Profession's Problem

Oct 12, 2018

Baker Hostetler lawyer Lynn Garson talks with Law.com columnist Patrick Krill about building a successful career while managing depression. In Part 2, LeeAnn Black of Latham & Watkins discusses what her firm is doing to dispel the stigma of mental health challenges. Legal Speak is brought to you by Econ One, offering...

From Federal Judge to Private Practice: Why This Debevoise Partner Left His Ultimate Dream Job

Oct 5, 2018

Litigation Daily editor-in-chief Jenna Greene talks with Debevoise & Plimpton partner John Gleeson about his decision to leave the bench after 22 years as a federal judge in the Eastern District of New York. Gleeson reflects on judicial salaries, the case for term limits and the perspective he's gained by representing...