Legaltech Lounge Podcast

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Welcome to Legaltech Lounge, the podcast revolutionizing law in Africa! Join our vibrant community where legal minds ditch gavels for keyboards, exploring the dynamic world of legal tech with humor and wit. Hosted by a duo of legal experts and tech wizards, our episodes decode complex concepts, from blockchain in contracts to AI in legal research. We're not just redefining the legal game; we're turning it into a digital dance party. Expect interviews with trailblazers, debunked myths, and a sprinkle of humor.

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February 2, 2026Episode 537 min

S03E05 - Banking on Innovation: What the Legal Industry Can Borrow from Africa’s Fintech Revolution

• How fintech’s customer-centric mindset reshapes legal product design and service delivery• Why agility in regulation, partnerships, and compliance became a competitive edge in finance, and what law can adopt• Practical perspectives on building sustainable legal products, collaborative ecosystems, and market-fit solutions• What it means to balance risk, innovation, access, and trust when reimagining legal servicesFeaturing• Lady-Ann Essuman, Managing Attorney at Vint & Alethia• Kwesi Owusu-Abrokwa, Chief Commercial Officer at Ghana Post• George Adjebeng, Head of Innovation at Société Générale Ghana• Patrick Tettey Odetsi, Partner at Themis Solicitors and Advocates PRUC• Moderated by Vanessa Kofinti, Legal Officer at FIDO

February 2, 2026Episode 429 min

S03E04 - Navigating the generational shift - AI and the future of legal services

Legal innovators and practitioners explore the generational shift reshaping legal services through AI; from desktop research to autonomous workflows and client experience.• What the future of legal work looks like when AI isn’t an add-on but a core workflow partner• Real insights from founders and leaders on AI’s impact on legal culture, billing, and client value• How firms and startups are adapting (and what still holds them back) in Africa’s emerging markets• The balance between technology, ethics, trust, and human judgement in legal delivery• Practical perspectives on building legal products, upskilling lawyers, and rethinking traditional rolesFeaturing• Dr. George Jojo Boateng, CEO & Co-founder, Kwame AI Inc• Lilian Geraldo-deLima, Managing Partner, Liando Africa Legal• Serisha Barrat, CEO & Co-founder, Lawyered Up• Tayo Ismail, Managing Partner, Vassalcrest Attorneys• Joel Telfer Jnr, Associate at Bentsi-Enchill Letsa & Ankomah• Moderated by Sharon Essiflie, Product Designer at Hubtel

January 26, 2026Episode 310 min

S03E03 - Insights from the State of Legaltech in 2025 Report

Jonelle Oteng Nyame, CEO of Legaltech Latecomers, joins Legaltech Lounge to unpack the core findings from the 2025 State of Legaltech in Africa Report and what they mean for innovators, lawyers, and ecosystem builders.• What the first pan-African legaltech survey reveals about awareness vs real adoption of tools across legal workflows • How local platforms are gaining traction while overall integration remains early and uneven • The biggest barriers slowing legaltech adoption in Africa and how to overcome them • Practical insights on training, design, trust, and collaboration from the report’s recommendations • Why shifting the focus from flashy tools to solving real access-to-justice challenges matters most

January 26, 2026Episode 217 min

S03E02 - Fundraising 101 for Legaltech Startups in Africa

Samantha Mensah, Associate (Funding, Agile Investments) at SeedLegals, joins Legaltech Lounge live from Accra LawTech Hangout 2025 to break down Fundraising 101 for African legaltech founders, from understanding the size of the opportunity to securing your first cheque.• Why Africa’s legal market is massive yet largely unfunded, and what that means for founders building today• A clear map of the ecosystem: builders, investors (the gatekeepers), and early users who validate your product• What investors actually look for: regulatory readiness, clean governance, early traction, and a credible go to market strategy• The real funding pathways explained simply: priced rounds, convertibles, and non dilutive capital• How to prove demand with LOIs, design partners, testimonials, and workflow impact data before you pitch

January 26, 2026Episode 127 min

S03E01 - Building Influence & Identity in the Legal Profession

Brand strategist Maukeni Ribeiro joins Legaltech Lounge at Accra Lawtech Hangout 2025 to unpack how lawyers and legaltech builders build influence in markets where advertising is restricted and trust is everything• Why identity, visibility, and consistent outcomes matter more than titles or firm size• The real ways legal influence shows up: wins in court and deals, thought leadership, innovation, and policy impact• Maukeni’s practical playbook on owning a niche, sharing knowledge ethically, documenting wins, and using tech to scale credibility• What influence actually delivers: better mandates, boardroom access, stronger talent pipelines, and strategic control in critical moments

March 18, 2025Episode 535 min

S02E05 - Navigating Digital Transformation: In-House Counsel as Strategic Tech Drivers

The role of in-house counsel is evolving rapidly in the face of digital transformation, with legal teams increasingly being called upon to drive strategic technological adoption within their organizations. This shift is reshaping the legal landscape, as in-house counsel transition from traditional risk mitigators to strategic business enablers.In this episode, Kwasi Safo Akonnor (Associate, N. Dowuona & Company), Frederick Abu-Bonsrah (Head of Legal, Farmerline - Legal Counsel, Kwame AI Inc. ), Cornelis Rouloph Otoo (Head of Legal and Corporate Affairs, Hubtel), Shefi Nelson (Legal Practitioner and Consultant) discuss how in-house legal departments are navigating the complexities of digital transformation and leveraging technology to enhance their operations and add value to their businesses.

March 10, 2025Episode 416 min

S02E04 -Journey to the First Lawtech Unicorn in Africa: Lessons from Africa's fintech giants

In this episode, Adetola Onayemi (CEO of Norebase) draws parallels between the success of African fintech companies and the potential for a similar breakthrough in the lawtech sector, exploring the successes, challenges, and the lessons to learn.

March 2, 2025Episode 344 min

S02E03 - Fostering Legal Tech Growth: The Role of Government and Ecosystem Builders

The growth of legal technology is reshaping the legal industry, offering innovative solutions to longstanding challenges in legal service delivery. However, this is not the responsibility of legal practitioners alone, but also the jurisdictions in which they practice. As evidenced by recent initiatives and investments, governments and ecosystem builders across Africa play a crucial role in fostering legal tech growth.In this episode, we explore the critical role that governments and ecosystem builders play in fostering the development and adoption of legal tech. Guests Winnie Akushika Myers, Assistant Registrar at the Registrar General's Department, Ghana (Moderator) Kow Essuman, Esq. Former Legal Counsel to the President at the Office of the President, Ghana Norbert Dziwornu, Managing Partner, StartOA Nana Adjoa Adobea Khartey, Former Secretary to the National Communications Authority

February 23, 2025Episode 215 min

Building A Modern Legal Brand - S2E02

In today's competitive legal market, building a strong and distinctive brand is more crucial than ever for law firms. From an active LinkedIn presence to well-responsive website designs, law firms must strategically differentiate themselves to attract and retain clients.These are conversations from the second edition of Africa’s largest lawtech gathering, Accra Lawtech HangoutIn this episode, Abigail Nikoi, (Head, Business Development and Marketing, Bentsi-Enchill Letsa & Ankomah) delves into the strategies and best practices for creating a modern legal brand that resonates with clients.

February 15, 2025Episode 120 min

Redefining Law Firm Operations in Africa - S2E01

The legal industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by technological advancements and evolving client expectations. Law firms are rapidly embracing innovation to streamline operations, enhance client service, and maintain a competitive edge in an ever-changing market. Hello and welcome to the Legal Tech Lounge Podcast, a gathering of legal professionals aiming to have thoughtful conversations about legal practice, technology, and the exciting future ahead. These are conversations from the second edition of Africa’s largest lawtech gathering, Accra Lawtech Hangout.In this episode, Diane Kaye ( Associate, N.Dowuona & Company), Joana Dorothy K. (Managing Director, Dennislaw, Ghana), Oritsegbubemi Ikomi (Head of Operations & IT Governance, Sidebrief, Nigeria)