Beyond the Billable Hour: How AI is Redefining Legal Work with Kaitlyn Story

Between the Briefs

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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