Adwisen always wants to keep a hand on the pulse when it comes to new technologies that can improve our performance and client satisfaction.
On 23-24 May 2024 Katarzyna Rodzik – Samsonowicz, lawyer from our legal team, attended Lubninnovation. This amazing event regarding legal tech and legal design, took place in Lublin – a beautiful Polish city, famous for its rich history, cultural significance, and academic contributions.
The event was organized with an aim to connect lawyers interested in innovations, educate them about the possibilities that the new technologies can give them and how to make clients’ legal experience better.
Lublinnovation provided speeches and discussions involving legal and IT professionals, creative workshops and a great chance to networking!
Who Were The Guests?
The event was spruced up with international guests, including Tessa Manuelo (Founder & CEO of Legal Creatives), Raquel Garcia (Senior Best Delivery Advisor at Clifford Chance), Anna Posthumus Meyjes (Legal Designer – Founder of Aclara Legal Design), Gaga Mucko (Senior Legal Counsel at Instapro Group), Simona Chaminska (IT Product Owner at Hilty in Switzerland), Karol Andrea Valencia J. (Lawyer, UX & Service Designer, Full-stack Developer, Co-founder @WOWLegalX), Ana – Maria Drăgănuță Briard (Partner Attorney-at-Law, LL.M. @Legally Remote, Vice President and Ambassador for Romania to European Legal Tech Associacion) as well as Polish specialists including– Tomasz Zalewski (Partner at Bird&Bird Poland, President of Legal Tech Poland Foundation), Katarzyna Abramowicz (sygnanet.pl, specfile.pl, specprawnik.pl, oduslug.pl), Iga Kurowska (Innovation at Karnov Group AB), Przemysław Barchan (Founder of Barchan Legal law firm, member of ELTA), Maciej Kacymirow (Local Partner, Greenberg Traurig), Kamila Kurkowska (President and founder of Women in Law Foundation), Tomasz Prus (Head of Marketing, Innovation Catalyst CMS Cameron McKenna), Monika Dudziak (Legalny Offtop, Chief Marketing Officer, Dudziak – Media), Marcelina Szwed – Ziemichód (Legalny Offtop, MSZ Tax) and many more.
What Was Discussed During The Event?
Lublinnovation covered a lot of interesting subjects, including:
- The role of creativity in the legal industry
- AI and its real impact on the work of lawyers
- Legal Tech implementations
- Digitalization in Legal Practice
- Legal project management
- Legal design in B2B relationships
- Contract design
- Practical use of icons and visualizations in documents
- Social Media for lawyers
What Are Our Thoughts On The Event?
This event is certainly was interesting and productive for us, as it was filled with fascinating content that not only supplemented our knowledge with current news, but also allowed us to plan a strategy of new solutions for our clients, enriched with legal tech and legal design. We had a chance to meet many industry specialists whose knowledge was extremely useful and presented in a very accessible way!
What Is Legal Tech?
Legal tech, short for legal technology, refers to the application of technology and software to provide legal services and support the practice of law. It encompasses a wide range of tools and platforms designed to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the accessibility and quality of legal services. Here’s a closer look at what legal tech entails and its impact on the legal profession.
Key Components Of Legal Tech
- Document Automation – Legal tech includes software that automates the creation, review, and management of legal documents. These tools can generate standard forms, contracts, and other legal documents quickly and accurately, reducing the time and effort required by lawyers
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) – AI is a significant driver of legal tech innovation. AI-powered tools can analyze large volumes of legal data, predict case outcomes, and assist with legal research. For instance, AI can help lawyers identify relevant case law, statutes, and regulations much faster than traditional methods
- Blockchain Technology – offers secure and transparent ways to manage and execute legal contracts. Smart contracts, which are self-executing contracts with the terms directly written into code, are a prominent example. Blockchain ensures the integrity and immutability of legal documents and transactions
- E-Discovery – tools that automate the process of identifying, collecting, and producing electronically stored information (ESI) for legal cases. These tools help lawyers handle large datasets, making it easier to locate relevant information and evidence
- Legal Research Platforms – online legal research platforms provide access to vast databases of legal resources, including case law, statutes, and legal commentary. These platforms often incorporate advanced search functionalities and AI to enhance research efficiency
- Case Management Software – helps law firms organize and manage their cases, clients, deadlines, and billing. These tools streamline administrative tasks, improve communication, and ensure that important deadlines are met
- Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) – ODR platforms facilitate the resolution of disputes through online mediation and arbitration. These platforms provide a more accessible and cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation, particularly for smaller disputes
- Legal Analytics – these tools analyze data from past cases to identify trends, patterns, and insights. Lawyers can use these insights to develop strategies, predict case outcomes, and make data-driven decisions.
What Are The Benefits of Legal Tech?
- Increased Efficiency – Legal tech automates repetitive tasks, allowing lawyers to focus on more complex and strategic aspects of their work. This increases overall productivity and reduces the time required to complete tasks
- Enhanced Accuracy – Automation and AI reduce the risk of human error in legal processes. This enhances the accuracy and reliability of legal work, from drafting documents to conducting legal research
- Improved Access to Justice – Legal tech tools, such as online legal services and ODR platforms, make it easier for individuals to access legal assistance. This is particularly important for underserved populations who may not have the resources to hire traditional legal services.
- Better Client Experience – with improved efficiency, accuracy, and communication, legal tech enhances the overall client experience. Clients benefit from faster turnaround times, more transparent processes, and better outcomes.
What Is Legal Design?
Legal design is a multidisciplinary approach that applies design thinking principles to the legal field. It aims to make legal systems, services, and products more accessible, understandable, and user-friendly for everyone. By integrating elements of visual design, user experience (UX) design, and communication, legal design seeks to bridge the gap between complex legal information and the needs of users, whether they are clients, lawyers, or other stakeholders.
Key Principles of Legal Design
- Simplification and Clarity
- Visual Communication
- Iterative Process
- Collaboration and Interdisciplinarity
Applications
- Contracts and Agreements
- Legal Forms and Documents
- Client Communication
- Online Legal Services
Benefits of Legal Design
- Enhanced Understanding
- Improved Client Experience
- Increased Efficiency
- Greater Transparency
Innovative Solutions.
The collaborative and interdisciplinary nature of legal design fosters innovation, leading to the development of new tools and methods that improve legal services.
Conclusion
Legal tech and legal design are revolutionizing the legal industry. As technology continues to advance, the legal profession must embrace these innovations to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of clients. By understanding and leveraging legal tech, lawyers can enhance their practice, improve client outcomes, and contribute to a more just and equitable legal system.
As Adwisen, we are constantly improving our qualifications and updating our knowledge so that our services remain at the highest level and our clients’ experiences are the best possible.
