Last week’s edition of Legaltech Week made way for a special tribute to a titan of the legal tech journalism world, Monica Bay. As the former editor-in-chief of Law Technology News, she was a well-known and beloved figure within the industry. Unfortunately, Bay passed away last week due to complications arising from a neurological disease.
Her colleagues and peers remembered her fondly, sharing anecdotes and insights. Some members of the audience even came onto the live show to share their own personal tributes of Bay. Notable contributors included John Tredennick, Cathy Kenton, and John Shaughnessy, all of whom had insights into Bay’s personality and career to share.
Jon Bream, a music critic at the Star Tribune, was another guest. He relieved some tales from Bay’s days as a music writer. Particularly memorable was the account of Jon and Monica’s backstage adventure during The Band’s final concert, an iconic event that was later featured in the film The Last Waltz.
Others used the chat feature to share stories and express their affection for Bay. The podcast version of this tribute can be found
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The transcript of the chat from the tribute session, containing many stories and memories of Monica Bay, was also published. It paints a vibrant picture of her personality and her contributions to the legal tech industry. Whether it was her positivity, her brilliance, her writing talent or her unwavering dedication to her journalistic duty, contributors agreed that she was one of a kind.
Bay’s impact extended beyond her role as a journalist and editor. The chat transcript attests to her abilities to build relationships and foster a sense of community in the legal tech industry. It’s clear that Bay’s influence will continue to be felt in the industry for many years to come.
For the full details and to read the transcript of the chat, visit the article directly at LawNext.