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Updating your dawn raids playbook with AI🚨 Dawn raids are not only increasing, but also becoming more complex with the use of AI, remote data access, and simultaneous site inspections. For legal teams, the stakes are high – a proactive strategy is critical to minimise risks and respond effectively. Gary Foster (Managing Director) and Narisa Gore (Director) from Alvarez & Marsal share actionable tips in our latest article. Learn how updating playbooks, integrating digital forensic experts, and leveraging AI can make a huge difference. ➡️ Read more here to get your team raid-ready: https://lnkd.in/e4Xib7jS #DawnRaids #CompetitionLaw #LegalTech #DataCompliance #AI #InHouseLegal #CraftyCounsel #RiskManagement

Thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday for Legal Tech Buyers’ Club: Live 2024! The day was filled with live demos, as well as opportunities to test solutions and get answers to your burning questions in a welcoming, obligation-free environment. We tackled some important challenges for legal teams like: 📎Contract management mayhem 🔮 Out-of-control workload 🔥Drafting disarray and review rumbles 🤖Compliance blindspots A special thanks to our partners for working with us on Legal Tech Buyers’ Club: Live: Addleshaw Goddard Confide Platform DraftPilot Flank Juro LawVu LegalOn Technologies Lexical Labs LexisNexis UK Lexverify Nomio Norton Rose Fulbright Panoram Robin AI SpotDraft Summize Tacit Legal Wordsmith AI #LegalTech #InHouseLegal #LegalMeetstech #CraftyCounsel #LegalInnovation #LegalCommunity

How can legal facilitate the business’s use of AI? 🌟 We are excited to announce the launch of our new video series with LexisNexis which explores the evolving role AI for in-house legal 🎥✨ In our first episode, Temitayo (Ty) Ogunade, (Contracts Manager at GWI), sits with Emma Dickin, (Head of Public Sector Practice Area Group & In-House Sector Strategy at LexisNexis UK) to discuss: ▸ Developing AI policies ▸ Implementing data handling guardrails ▸ Leveraging generative AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance workflow efficiency Join us on this journey as we explore the intersection of law and technology. Watch the first episode now, and stay tuned for more engaging discussions in our upcoming instalments! 👉 Watch full video here: https://lnkd.in/emd2Hyh3 #InHouseLegal #ArtificialIntelligence #LegalTech #CraftyCounsel #LexisNexis #AIIntegration #LegalInnovation

Legal Tech Buyers’ Club: Live is happening… Tomorrow! ✨ We’re excited to welcome you to the first edition of our brand new event dedicated to making the legal tech world easier to navigate for legal teams. Get ready for a deep dive into the world of legal tech, including sessions from Addleshaw Goddard on everything you need to know to be a better buyer. And, of course, a huge thank you to our vendors who make this event possible: Addleshaw Goddard Confide Platform DraftPilot Flank Juro LawVu LegalOn Technologies Lexical Labs LexisNexis Lexverify Nomio Norton Rose Fulbright Panoram Robin AI SpotDraft Summize Tacit Legal Wordsmith AI We’re looking forward to seeing you tomorrow for a day of knowledge sharing, tech browsing, and networking. Safe travels, and see you there! #Craftycounsel #LegalTechBuyersClub #LegalTech #InHouseLegal #TechForLaw #Networking #LegalInnovation

How to get your legal to embrace change at Crafty Fest: Europe 🇳🇱💡 Curious about how a change-ready mindset can drive value of in-house legal teams? Join us at Crafty Fest: Europe on November 27th for a session that dives into exactly that! In this session, Bart G. (Head of Legal’s Innovation Centre of Excellence at Euroclear) and Rhian Ravenscroft (Head of Legal, EMEA at MarketAxess) will explore the skills needed to thrive in ambiguity and discuss the benefits of embracing change. Learn how cultivating a growth mindset empowers legal teams to stay agile and aligned with business needs in a rapidly evolving environment. Crafty Fest: Europe is bringing innovative, practical insights to the in-house legal community in continental Europe for the first time! Don’t miss out on this session, and the chance to connect with peers, share experiences, and build resilience. 🎟️ Secure your spot today! https://lnkd.in/dZhQdEkc #CraftyFestEurope #Craftycousnel #InHouseLegal #LegalOps #ChangeManagement #AmsterdamEvent #LegalCommunity #LegalInnovation

How to Combat Litigation Fatigue ⚖️ Simon Greer (Partner, Global Commercial Disputes, Reed Smith LLP) and Stuart Davies (Director, Legal – Product and Commercial, Skyscanner) are set to tackle one of the biggest hurdles in long-running legal battles: maintaining momentum when "dispute fatigue" sets in. As litigation cases stretch on, it’s common for enthusiasm to wane and stress to rise. In this session, they'll delve into techniques to keep teams engaged and stakeholders aligned, even when the dispute feels like it might never end. Gain actionable strategies for sustaining focus, reinforcing team resilience, and keeping spirits high amidst extended litigation. Whether you’re a specialist litigation professional working in-house, or inherited a portfolio of disputes and feel out of your comfort zone – this event is for you! Secure your spot to join us here to join us for the the 6th of November: https://lnkd.in/eAme_45A #CraftyCounsel #LitigationFatigue #DisputeResolution #LegalTech #InHouseLegal #ConflictManagement #RiskManagement #LegalTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment #LegalNetworking

How to become a dispute whisperer 😎 Laura Gale (Senior Legal Counsel, EQUANS UK & Ireland) will be joining Nikki Edwards (Dispute Resolution Lawyer & Mediator, Howard Kennedy LLP) on stage at Disputes Day to share their advice and experiences as seasoned dispute deputies. Exploring strategies for side-stepping common pitfalls and taming troublesome conflicts including minimising conflict, early settlement, and preparing for potential litigation Join this session to gain practical insights on manage disputes more effectively and efficiently as a legal team. Last chance tickets go on sale in a few days on Monday 28th of October, so get your Disputes Day ticket to lock in the current pricing tier. Secure your spot for Disputes Day here: https://lnkd.in/eAme_45A #Craftycounsel #DisputeResolution #LegalTech #InHouseLegal #ConflictManagement #Litigation #RiskManagement #LegalTraining #Compliance #ProfessionalDevelopment #LegalNetworking #Howard Kennedy #EQUANS

Maddi Thimont's six lessons from her first six months as Head of Legal💭 In this guest article, Sagacity’s Maddi Thimont, shares her experience of stepping into the Head of Legal. What do in-house lawyers need to consider before taking on the role of Head of Legal? How can they prepare to take the next step in their legal career? Maddi illustrates the key areas to focus on when taking on the role as a legal leader. Here is a preview to these six lessons: 1. Growth mindset: Embrace every opportunity to learn and grow. A curious mindset fosters continuous improvement and resilience. 2. Strong recommendations: As sole counsel, making well-reasoned recommendations is crucial. Accountability lies with me, so it's essential to understand the issues and provide sound legal advice. 3. Ownership: Taking responsibility for the legal function is empowering. Treating the role as my “baby” has driven my commitment to achieving results. 4. Prioritisation: Time management is essential. I constantly assess what needs immediate attention and what can be postponed, engaging with senior stakeholders to manage expectations. 5. Build trust: Establishing trust with colleagues is vital. Regular one-on-ones and open communication help me understand my teammates’ motivations and foster collaboration. Work-life balance: Achieving a healthy balance is possible! I work five hours a day, allowing me to be present for my children while thriving in my role. Maddi also explores how flexible, part-time senior legal roles can exist in this article. She shares her passion for this topic and encourages others to pursue growth opportunities that align with their values and personal lives. 👉 Want to learn more? Read the full article for deeper insights! https://lnkd.in/e2sEEtSV #InHouseLegal #Leadership #CareerGrowth #WorkLifeBalance #LegalProfessionals #FlexibleWorking #GrowthMindset

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No idea what that status is of your contract negotiations? Keep missing important renewal dates? 🤨 Explore our contact management mayhem solutions at Legal Tech Buyers’ Club: Live to find fixes for capturing data from signed contracts, contract status, and much more! Here’s a sneak peek at some of the vendors with whom you can expect to get hands-on experience to see how they could help solve your contracting challenges: ▸ LawVu ▸ Nomio ▸ Summize ▸ Panoram Legal Tech Buyers’ Club: Live is only a week away! We’ve got a few tickets still available so join us on 31st of October to get better acquainted with the best tech solutions in an obligation-free, welcoming space. Register today to secure your spot and revolutionise your contract management: https://lnkd.in/eynqCUJ8 #LegalTech #InHouseCounsel #ContractManagement #LegalOps #EventAlert #Automation #Compliance