Beyond the Billable Hour: How AI is Redefining Legal Work with Kaitlyn Story
September 12, 2024
In this brand new episode of Between The Briefs with Steno, Adrian Cea sits down with Kaitlyn Story, a seasoned senior litigation paralegal and litigation support trainer at Covalent Legal Services. Kaitlyn sheds light on the evolving role of paralegals in managing complex litigation and the challenges they face, including the balancing act between billable hours and workload. They delve into the integration of technology and AI tools like Motion, which Kaitlyn highlights as essential for optimizing task management and efficiency.
In this brand new episode of Between The Briefs with Steno, Adrian Cea sits down with Kaitlyn Story, a seasoned senior litigation paralegal and litigation support trainer at Covalent Legal Services. Kaitlyn sheds light on the evolving role of paralegals in managing complex litigation and the challenges they face, including the balancing act between billable hours and workload. They delve into the integration of technology and AI tools like Motion, which Kaitlyn highlights as essential for optimizing task management and efficiency.
Kaitlyn also discusses the impact of e-Discovery and Electronic Stored Information (ESI) on case management and how paralegals can advocate for technological advancements within their firms. Looking ahead, she envisions a future where paralegals play a more pivotal role in managing not just cases, but also technological innovations, driving efficiency in the legal industry.
This far-reaching conversation will help anyone trying hard to stay up to date with how technology is revolutionizing the litigation process.
Highlights:
00:00 - Introduction to the World of Litigation Support
01:02 - The Paralegal’s Balancing Act
02:54 - Bridging the Billable Hours Gap
04:19 - Maximizing Efficiency with Technology
06:10 - Harnessing AI for Time Management
09:36 - The Role of ESI in Modern Litigation
12:35 - Selling Technology to Your Firm
15:20 - The Future of Showmanship in Courtrooms
17:33 - The Evolution of Paralegal Work
23:47 - Anticipating Changes in Legal Tech
26:23 - Tackling Overwhelm and Setting Boundaries
27:20 - Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook
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