In a recent episode of Legal Speak, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield and Patrick Smith had a conversation with Monette Smith, the Director of Technology & Consulting Services at Alston & Bird. Recorded live at the Legalweek 2025 Conference in New York, the discussion centered on advancements in legal technology, with a particular focus on how these developments are shaping the field. Smith, along with other industry professionals, shared insights into topics such as artificial intelligence, strategic leadership, cybersecurity risks, and regulatory changes that are pivotal to the legal landscape in the coming year.
The conference, hosted by ALM Media and Law.com, attracted more than 6,000 prominent figures from the legal sector, reflecting on the collective push towards integrating emerging technologies within legal practices.