Ahead of the Curve
January 2021
PURPOSE
The Professional Development Advisory Committee’s (PDAC) purpose in providing you this communication is to further its goal of periodically sharing topical information regarding the legal industry. Our hope is that one or more of the updates will provide a spark of insight to assist with your work on behalf of ALA as well as within your firm or legal department.
Past Issues
"IN 2021, LAW FIRM LEADERS ARE PLACING 'BETS' ON THE FUTURE"
A look ahead at some of the issues (and opportunities) law firms are dealing with/considering, as they continue to live through the pandemic.
Learn more.
Resource: Dylan Jackson, The Legal Intelligencer (requires a free subscription)
"AI IS CALLING TIME ON THE BILLABLE HOUR"
This article has a lot of good nuggets about how artificial intelligence is being used by law firms, their clients/potential clients, and alternative legal service providers (ALSPs) to increase efficiency in the delivery of legal services while driving down costs for clients.
Learn more.
Resource: Jason Brennan, Law Journal Newsletters (requires a free subscription)
