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The Tech Savvy Lawyer

Michael D.J. Eisenberg

The Tech Savvy Lawyer interviews Judges, Lawyers, and other professionals discussing utilizing technology in the practice of law. It may springboard an idea and help you in your own pursuit of the business we call "practicing law". Please join us for interesting conversations enjoyable at any tech skill level!

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19:41

🎙️ Ep. #128: Building a Tech-Forward Law Firm: AI...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2026/01/06

My next guest is Colleen Joyce, CEO of Lawyer.com, a company that connects over 1 million consumers monthly with qualified attorneys across the country. With nearly 20 years of experience transforming how law firms market themselves and manage their operations, Colleen has seen what works and what doesn't when it comes to legal technology adoption. 🚀 Join Colleen Joyce and me as we discuss the following three questions and more! What are the top three non-negotiable technologies? Beyond the

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32:42

🎙️Ep. 127: Mastering Legal Storytelling and AI...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/12/23

OUR next guest is Joshua Altman, the Managing Director of Beltway.Media, a DC-based communications firm that specializes in helping brands cut through the noise. A former multimedia journalist for The Hill, Joshua spent several years covering high-stakes federal policy and election cycles from the front lines. Today, he translates that newsroom pace into strategy for professional services firms, startups, and federal agencies. He joins me to discuss why storytelling isn't just a marketing

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15:32

🧪🎧 TSL Labs Bonus Podcast: Open vs. Closed AI — The...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/12/19

Welcome to TSL Labs Podcast Experiment. 🧪🎧 In this special "Deep Dive" bonus episode, we strip away the hype surrounding Generative AI to expose a critical operational risk hiding in plain sight: the dangerous confusion between "Open" and "Closed" AI systems. Featuring an engaging discussion between our Google Notebook AI hosts, this episode unpacks the "Swiss Army Knife vs. Scalpel" analogy that every managing partner needs to understand. We explore why the "Green Light" tools you pay for are

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15:14

🎙️ TSL LABs 🧪 Bonus: From Cyber Compliance to Cyber...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/12/12

In this TSL Labs bonus episode, we examine how the Department of Veterans Affairs is leading a historic transformation from traditional compliance frameworks to a dynamic, AI-driven approach called "cyber dominance." This conversation unpacks what this seismic shift means for legal professionals across all practice areas—from procurement and contract law to privacy, FOIA, and litigation. Whether you're advising government agencies, representing contractors, or handling cases where data security

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35:55

🎙️Ep. 126: AI and Access to Justice With Pearl.com...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/12/09

Our next guest is Nick Tiger, Associate General Counsel at Pearl.com, Nick shares insights on integrating AI into legal practice. Pearl.com champions AI and human expertise for professional services. He outlines practical uses such as market research, content creation, intake automation, and improved billing efficiency, while stressing the need to avoid liability through robust human oversight. Nick is a legal leader at Pearl.com, partnering on product design, technology, and consumer-protection

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16:18

🎙️ TSL Labs 🔬 Bonus Podcast: Google's Notebook LLM...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/12/05

Listen in as Google's Notebook LLM provides an AI-powered conversation unpacks our December 1st, 2025 editorial examining how the holiday digital marketplace transforms into a lucrative hunting ground for device compromise and credential theft. We explore why attorneys and paralegals—trained to spot hidden clauses and anticipate risk—often abandon professional skepticism when faced with shiny gadgets bearing 70% off stickers. Our discussion arms you with actionable strategies to protect your

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16:00

📻 BONUS/SHOUT OUT/REPOST: Your The Tech-Savvy...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/12/02

🙏 Special Thanks to Terrell Turner and the ABA for having me on the Law Practice Today Podcast, produced by the Law Practice Division of the American Bar Association. We have an important discussion on trust account management. We cover essential insights on managing trust accounts using online services. This episode has been edited for time, but no information was altered. We are grateful to the ABA and the Law Practice Today Podcast for allowing us to share this valuable conversation with our

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16:40

🎙️🎁 TSL Labs Bonus: The Ultimate 2025 Tech Gift Guide...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/11/28

🎯 In this TSL Labs Bonus episode, we are experimenting with Google's Notebook LLM to do a "Deep Dive" on our November 24th editorial on the ultimate 2025 tech gift guide for attorneys. We use this AI-powered conversation to unpack the key themes, ethical challenges, and actionable recommendations. Whether you're a solo practitioner, big law associate, or tech-curious partner, this episode delivers expert-curated insights on gadgets, AI tools, and must-have devices that support technological

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29:12

🎙️Ep.# 125: Transforming Your Law Practice: Allison...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/11/25

My next guest is Allison Johs, former Chair of the ABA Legal Technology Resource Center and founder of Legal Ease Consulting. 🎯 Allison has spent nearly two decades helping law firms prevent "lawyer meltdown" by guiding them through digital transformation, boosting productivity, and providing practical tech solutions for modern legal professionals. With 15 years of practicing law and experience growing a firm from 15 to over 50 attorneys, Allison brings real-world expertise to the challenges

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15:42

🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: The Hidden...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/11/21

📌 Too Busy to Read This Week's Editorial? Join us for a professional deep dive into essential tech strategies for AI compliance in your legal practice. 🎙️ This AI-powered discussion unpacks the November 17, 2025, editorial, MTC: The Hidden AI Crisis in Legal Practice: Why Lawyers Must Unmask Embedded Intelligence Before It's Too Late! with actionable intelligence on hidden AI detection, confidentiality protocols, ethics compliance frameworks, and risk mitigation strategies. Artificial

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12:56

🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: 🚨‼️...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/11/14

📌 Too Busy to Read This Week's Editorial? Join us for an emergency professional deep dive into essential tech strategies for air travel during government shutdowns and travel disruptions. 🛫 This AI-powered roundtable unpacks Michael D.J. Eisenberg's critical editorial with actionable intelligence on real-time flight tracking, data security protocols, connectivity redundancy, and power management. Whether you're a legal professional navigating travel chaos or anyone managing disruptions during

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30:03

🎙️ Ep. # 124: AI Governance Expert Nikki Mehrpoo...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/11/12

My next guest is Nikki Mehrpoo. She is a nationally recognized leader in AI governance for law practices, known for her practical, ethical, and innovation-focused strategies. Today, she details her Triple-E Protocol and shares key steps for safely leveraging AI in legal work. Join Nikki Mehrpoo and me as we discuss the following three questions and more! Based on your pioneering work with "Govern Before You Automate," what are the top three foundational steps every lawyer should take to implement

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15:56

🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: Deepfakes,...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/10/31

📌 To Busy to Read This Week's Editorial? Join us for an AI-powered deep dive into the ethical challenges facing legal professionals in the age of generative AI. 🤖 This episode explores the real-world story that sparked critical questions about professional responsibility: a North Bethesda prank that went wrong and became a legal cautionary tale. We unpack the implications of AI-generated deepfakes for evidence authentication, client confidentiality, and the fundamental duty lawyers owe to the

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17:16

🎙️ Ep. #123: Episode 123: Former Federal Prosecutor...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/10/28

My next guest is Lance Kennedy. Lance is a former federal prosecutor who now operates a tech forward criminal defense practice in Texas. He combines his prosecutorial experience with cutting edge AI and automation tools to compete against well-resourced government teams, helping criminal defense attorneys leverage technology for data analytics, digital forensics, and case management across both federal and state courts. Join Lance Kennedy and me as we discuss the following three questions and more

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20:57

🎙️ Ep. 122: Cybersecurity Essentials for Law Firms:...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/10/14

My next guest is Cordell Brion Robinson, CEO of Brownstone Consulting Firm and a decorated US Navy veteran who brings an extraordinary combination of expertise to cybersecurity. With a background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and law, plus experience as a Senior Intelligence Analyst, Cordell has created cybersecurity programs that comply with the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the Federal Information Security Management Act, and the Office of Management and Budget

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32:28

🎙️ Ep. 121: Iowa Personal Injury Lawyer Tim Semelroth...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/09/30

My next guest is Tim Semelroth. Tim is an Iowa personal injury attorney from RSH Legal, who leverages cutting-edge AI tools, including Notebook LM for expert testimony preparation, Claude AI for dictation, and SIO for medical records analysis. He shares practical strategies for maintaining client relationships through e-signatures, texting integration, and automated birthday card systems while embracing legal technology. All this and more, enjoy. Join Tim Semelroth and me as we discuss the

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51:36

🎙️ Ep. 120: AI Game Changers for Law Firms - Stephen...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/09/16

My next guest is Stephen Embry. Steve is a legal technology expert, blogger at Tech Law Crossroads, and contributor to Above the Law. A former mass tort defense litigator with 20 years of remote practice experience, Steven specializes in AI implementation for law firms and legal technology adoption challenges. With a master's degree in civil engineering and programming expertise since 1980, he brings a unique technical insight to legal practice. Steven provides data-driven analysis on how AI is

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34:20

🎙️ Ep. 119: Steve Fretzin Reveals Essential Tech...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/09/02

Our next guest is Steve Fretzin. Steve is a renowned business development coach and host of the "Be That Lawyer" podcast. He is dedicated to helping attorneys grow their practices through modern, client-focused strategies that eliminate the discomfort of traditional sales tactics. With decades of experience, Steve's mission is to equip lawyers with the tools they need to build sustainable practices, manage their time more effectively, and cultivate lasting client relationships. In this conversation,

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24:20

🎙️Ep. 118: Essential Legal Tech Competency - Colin S....

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/08/19

My next guest is Colin Levy, General Counsel at Malbek. Colin is a leading voice in legal innovation. During our interview, he shares practical insights on building foundational legal tech skills for modern lawyers. During the conversation, Colin outlines the top three steps every lawyer should take to develop legal tech competency, regardless of their technical background. He emphasizes the ethical responsibilities that lawyers face when utilizing AI, particularly the risks associated with

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21:18

🎙️ Ep. 117: Legal Tech Revolution, How Dorna Moini...

The Tech Savvy Lawyer ·

2025/08/05

Dorna Moini, CEO and Founder of Gavel, discusses how generative AI is transforming the way legal professionals work. She explains how Gavel helps lawyers automate their work, save time, and reach more clients without needing to know how to code. In the conversation, she shares the top three ways AI has improved Gavel's tools and operations. She also highlights the most significant security risks that lawyers should be aware of when using AI tools. Lastly, she provides simple tips to ensure

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