Our next guest is Matthew Veale, a European patent attorney and Patsnap's Professional Systems team member. He introduces the AI-powered innovation intelligence platform, Patsnap. Matthew explains how Patsnap supports IP and R&D professionals through tools for patent analytics, prior art searches, and strategic innovation mapping.

Furthermore, Matthew highlights Patsnap's AI-driven capabilities, including semantic search and patent drafting support, while emphasizing its adherence to strict data security and ISO standards. He outlines three key ways lawyers can leverage AI—note-taking, document drafting, and creative ideation—while warning of risks like data quality, security, and transparency.

Join Matthew and me as we discuss the following three questions and more!

1. What are the top three ways IP and R&D lawyers can use Patsnap's AI to help them with their work?
2. What are the top three ways lawyers can use AI in their day-to-day work, regardless of the practice area?
3. What are the top three issues lawyers should be wary of when using AI?

In our conversation, we covered the following:

[01:07] Matthew Tech Setup

[04:43] Introduction to Pat Snap and Its Features

[13:17] Top Three Ways Lawyers Can Use AI in Their Work

[17:29] Ensuring Confidentiality and Security in AI Tools

[19:24] Transparency and Ethical Use of AI in Legal Practice

[22:13] Contact Information

Resources:

Connect with Matthew:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthew-veale
• Website: patsnap.com/

Hardware mentioned in the conversation:

• Apple XDR Display: apple.com/pro-display-xdr/
• Herman Miller Chair: hermanmiller.com/en_eur/products/seating/office-chairs/
• Microsoft Surface: microsoft.com/en-us/surface
• MuteMe Button: muteme.com
• Samsung Curved Monitor: samsung.com/us/computing/monitors/curved/

Software & Cloud Services mentioned in the conversation:

• Claude: claude.ai/
• Google Patent: patents.google.com/
• PatGPT: patgpt.ai/
• PatSnap: patsnap.com/
• Windows Copilot: copilot.microsoft.com/

Seth Price, founding partner of Price Benowitz LLP and CEO of BluShark Digital, shares deep insights on leveraging technology to scale law firms. He highlights Salesforce, Clio, and Smart Advocate as essential tools, discussing their specific roles in case management and marketing automation. Seth outlines the evolution of digital marketing for lawyers, stressing the importance of content, links, and local reviews in SEO strategy. He offers tips for interpreting Google Analytics and staying ahead of algorithm changes. Concluding with advice on future-proofing practices, Seth urges law firm leaders to invest in adaptive tech stacks and remain inquisitive amid rapid innovation.

Join Seth and me as we discuss the following three questions and more!

1. What are the top three pieces of tech, software, or hardware you use to scale price benefits from a two-person firm to over 50 attorneys?
2. What are the top three ways you've seen digital marketing change for lawyers, and can you give us a tip for each one?
3. What are your top three tips for law firm leaders looking to future-proof their practices amid rapid technological change?

In our conversation, we cover the following:

[01:23] Seth's Tech Setup

[09:50] Top Three Tech Tools for Scaling Price Benefits

[11:27] Detailed Explanation of Clio and SmartAdvocate

[12:40] Digital Marketing Changes for Lawyers

[16:09] Importance of Local Search and Reviews

[19:00] Tips for Understanding Google Analytics

[25:13] Final Tips for Future-Proofing Law Firms

Resources:

Connect with Seth:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sethprice
• Website: pricebenowitz.com/
• Website: blusharkdigital.com/seth-price-law-firm-blueprint/

Hardware mentioned in the conversation:

• Comcast Xfinity: www.xfinity.com/learn/internet-service
• Dell Computers: Dell.com
• Pixel: store.google.com/intl/en/ideas/google-pixel-phones/
• Verizon FiOS: verizon.com/home/internet/fios-fastest-internet/

Software & Cloud Services mentioned in the conversation:

• Avvo.com: avvo.com/
• Clio Cloud: clio.com/
• Eva.ai: eva.ai/hr-4-0-eva-ecosystems-api-and-partners/
• HubSpot: hubspot.com/
• QuickBooks Online: quickbooks.intuit.com/global/
• Salesforce: salesforce.com/
• SmartAdvocate: smartadvocate.com/
• Supio: supio.com/
• TextExpander: textexpander.com/
• Yelp: yelp.com/

My next guest is the Honorable Judge Scott Schlegel, a nationally recognized judicial innovation and technology leader.

With extensive courtroom and technological experience, Judge Schlegel offers valuable insights into how attorneys can effectively leverage artificial intelligence and legal technology to enhance their workflows. He emphasizes the importance of avoiding common pitfalls while maintaining the highest standards of professional responsibility. Judge Schlegel also underscores the critical need to keep the human in the loop, advocating for a balanced approach that upholds efficiency and legal expertise.

Join Judge Schlegel and me as we discuss the following three questions and more!

1. What are the top three ways lawyers should use AI for their work, and what are the top three ways lawyers do not use AI correctly today?
2. What are the top three things lawyers still get wrong with using technology in the courtroom?
3. AI is the current advancement in technology in the workplace. What are the top three technological advances lawyers should be keeping an eye on soon?

In our conversation, we cover the following:

[00:59] Top Three Ways Lawyers Should Use AI

[04:01] Security and Privacy Concerns with AI

[06:49] Common Mistakes Lawyers Make with AI

[11:52] What Lawyers Are Still Getting Wrong in Court

[18:30] Future Technological Advances for Lawyers

[22:18] Keeping the Human Element in AI Use

Resources:

Connect with Judge Schlegel:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/judgeschlegel/
• Substack: judgeschlegel.substack.com

Software & Cloud Services mentioned in the conversation:

• LexisNexis: lexisnexis.com/en-us
• Westlaw: legal.thomsonreuters.com/en/westlaw