What skills are needed in the 21st century law firm?

This episode focuses on the skills that are needed within the 21st century law firm. It explores the idea of the hybrid lawyer who is technology literate, the need for lawyers to develop soft skills to collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams, and how legal education is evolving in recognition of the new skills agenda.  Guest for this episode include:  Claire Mcgourlay (University of Manchester) John Haskell (University of Manchester) Jonathan Patterson (DWF Ventures)Olivia Balson (Freshfields)  Discussion is hosted by Christina Blacklaws, former president of The Law Society of England & Wales and Chair of the government-backed Lawtech Delivery Panel.  To learn more about the Manchester Law & Technology Initiative, please visit The University of Manchester website.

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Welcome to the Manchester Law & Technology Initiative Podcast! This roundtable discussion series explores the ways technology is changing the way law is practiced today. Each episode shines a light on some of the fascinating conversations and ideas that have emerged from the Law & Technology Initiative at The University of Manchester. The Initiative was founded in 2018 and brings together practice and research to identify dangers and facilitate opportunities in future policy directions at the interface of law and technology To provide a comprehensive view of the current landscape, this series features a diverse lineup of guests including both academics and leading industry professionals from a number of partner firms involved in the Law & Technology Initiative. Topics covered range from defining what legal tech is right through to specific applications of technology within firms. To learn more, search “Manchester Law & Technology Initiative” on Google and head to The University of Manchester website for all the latest news and upcoming events.