The Kennedy-Mighell Report

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Hear how technology can help attorneys, legally speaking, with two of the top legal technology experts. Authors and lawyers, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell host this Legal Talk Network show.

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June 12, 202649 min

Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Debbie Foster

When lawyers understand the value technology brings to their lives, it becomes exponentially easier to help them adopt new tools, and the best leaders in legal will help their firms thrive with thoughtful, prudent technology on their side. Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell welcome Debbie Foster to discuss technology, leadership, and the future of the profession. Debbie shares insights from her upcoming book, Be a Next Level Leader, a legal industry playbook for leadership in modern law firms. They discuss the most pressing needs in the profession, and Debbie explains how well-trained leaders are critical to the future success of the legal world, particularly with the rapid advances of AI technologies in mind. Show Notes: Debbie's Post on Conflict and Kindness Claude A Cautionary Tale for AI Memory Saving Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 202645 min

The Expanding Minefield of Legal AI

Some of the lesser-known problems in our AI tools may actually pose the greatest dangers to legal professionals. Dennis and Tom take a hard look at AI shortcomings like semantic flattening, drift, marketing claims, and more to suss out the realities of these tools and the increasingly apparent need for greater human wisdom and oversight. Later, are AI-written materials already polluting future AI source data? The guys discuss. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: Claude Cowork Edge Workspaces in Microsoft Edge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 202647 min

Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Anastasia Boyko

As a longtime innovator in legal business ecosystems, Anastasia Boyko has deep insights on operations, technology, and helping law firms make smart decisions that drive growth. Dennis and Tom chat with Anastasia about her strategies for assessing law firm needs, selecting tech tool solutions that truly fit, and successfully deploying technology—even for tech-averse legal professionals. In a world with thousands of legal tech options, Anastasia explains practical methods for gaining a broader understanding of technology in realistic doses. She later outlines her path from lawyer to legal innovator, discusses current AI evolutions, shares tips for law students, and much more! As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 4, 202647 min

“60 Tips” Rapid-Fire CLEs – Slow Death or New Potential?

CLE sessions featuring “60 Tips in 60 Minutes” have long been a conference staple, but has this format outlived its usefulness? Sometimes they’re great fun, sometimes too-slow presenters cheat you out of the full 60, sometimes you get some info gems, and sometimes you get nebulous snippets. So, is there still enough value there? Well, as you lawyers love to say—it depends. Dennis and Tom debate the pros and cons of these rapid-fire presentations and talk through what could bring new and greater worth to these sessions. Later, the guys answer a listener question on agentic AI. They hash out the ethics, security, and risk factors associated with these AI tools to take a hard look at both their helpful and potentially harmful elements. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: Orb - Speed Test Logitech Lift Mouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April 17, 202645 min

Adventures in AI: Design, Detectives, & Drift with Dennis & Tom

Dennis and Tom compare notes on their current AI projects, discussing what has recently captured their attention and which discoveries have been worth further exploration. Dennis discusses his efforts for extracting greater value (and fun!) from AI processes while avoiding the phenomenon of “AI drift”. Tom explains his work toward partnering with AI to create usable products and tools to solve everyday problems. And, we even hear about Dennis’s quirky creation of an AI sleuth based on detectives in literature and TV. Later, Dennis shifts this AI-centric conversation to his latest methods for extracting essential data from AI sessions for greater refinement and usefulness. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April 3, 202643 min

Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Tom Martin

AI’s rapid development has resulted in some pretty frenetic responses from the populace–lawyers included! Some have dreaded its advance, fearing losses or misuse. Others are excited by its possibilities, seeing new avenues for problem solving and growth. No matter which camp you’re in, all lawyers need to have an understanding of how AI affects legal practice and those they serve. Dennis and Tom welcome Tom Martin to discuss the landscape of AI in law, learn about his legal tech journey, and much more As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions Tom Martin is the founder and CEO of LawDroid and an adjunct professor at the Suffolk University Law School. Show Notes: lawdroid.com CC - Google Labs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March 20, 202652 min

Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Erika Pagano

The constant growth and change in legal tech can be challenging, but learning about it in simple, relatable ways can help attorneys everywhere engage effectively. Dennis and Tom welcome Erika Pagano to discuss her perspectives on technology and innovation in the profession. Erika shares her passion for human-centric approaches to technology adoption and emphasizes the importance of developing relational and collaborative skills. Later, she shares her thoughts on AI in legal tech innovation and what the future may hold. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: raindrop.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March 6, 202647 min

Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Thomas Officer

The quality and foresight of a law firm's technology often reflect the tech competence of its leader, but that’s not how it should be! Proper tech use can and should be a part of every law firm. Dennis and Tom welcome Thomas Officer to discuss his insights on legal tech and AI for attorneys. As a former lawyer, Thomas understands legal practice needs firsthand. He discusses the landscape of modern tech for lawyers, casts a tech vision for lawyers to consider as they engage with up-and-coming tools, and offers countless tips for employing AI in the practice of law. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: Every Legal Tech Coach - Thomas Officer Monologue - voice notes by Every Autobrowse Moltbook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February 20, 202658 min

Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Megan Morrison and Laith Quasem

Being curious and adaptable is essential for legal professionals in today’s quickly changing technology landscape. For extra-fresh tech perspectives from young attorneys, the guys welcome two of Dennis’ former students to the podcast, data privacy analyst Megan Morrison and second-year associate Laith Quasem. Their discussion covers a wide range of topics, including technology competence, their budding careers, advancements in AI, concerns regarding tech safety and privacy, and practical advice for adopting new tools. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: RemixAI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February 6, 202643 min

Fresh Voices on Legal Tech with Chantal McNaught

The tensions between the practice and business of law have long been a touchy subject, but lawyers must wrestle with these challenges to thrive in the profession. Dennis and Tom welcome Chantal McNaught to discuss her work at the intersection of law, business, and technology. Chantal delves into how ethics command technology use in legal practice and offers grounded, thoughtful insights on how to develop a sense of community and support in technological pursuits. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends. Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Show Notes: AI Fluency for Lawyers | 43 Degrees Below People in Legal Podcast Connect Gemini to Multiple LM Notebooks! Personal Strategy Compass | DennisKennedy.Blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices