Technology is reshaping the practice of law—both in how firms protect themselves and how they litigate. Heidi Barcus and Justin Joy recently delivered two dynamic, forward-looking presentations at the ABA TECHSHOW exploring two critical fronts for today’s law firms: cybersecurity and modern deposition strategy.
In “Avoid an AI-Accelerated Hack at Your Law Firm,” they addressed the rising threat of increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, including those enhanced by generative AI. With law firms holding vast amounts of sensitive data, the risk—and potential impact—has never been greater. Their session offered practical steps attorneys can take now to safeguard firm and client information from both internal and external threats. In “Depo Tech: Beyond the Transcript,” they also highlighted how depositions have evolved well beyond paper transcripts. From remote and hybrid proceedings to AI-powered tools that summarize testimony, sync video, and generate key issue reports, today’s technology is transforming how litigators prepare and present their cases. These innovations not only streamline workflows but also reduce costs and strengthen overall case strategy.
The takeaway: firms that embrace technology—securely and strategically—will be best positioned to lead.