David Gaskey has been at the interface between law and technology for more than three decades. Prior to focusing on his role as CEO at Altumatim, he specialized in intellectual property, representing clients from all over the world including Fortune 50 companies. His litigation experience is a primary influence on how Altumatim naturally fits into the process of developing a case and why the platform is uniquely designed to help legal professionals get the best results for their clients by finding the most important information to tell a compelling story. Can you tell us a bit about your b ..read more

“Remember that time is money.” – Benjamin Franklin Of all the American Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin certainly would have been the most fascinated by the chaos and complexity of modern litigation and its accompanying eDiscovery challenges. The diplomat in him surely understood substantial disputes. The scientist in him would have been fascinated with emerging technologies. But his role as the Postmaster General, with decades of experience reforming the postal services, would be the most intrigued: He expanded service – having riders carry mail day and night to improve delivery times ..read more

In May, I had the privilege of attending the CLOC Global Institute 2024, a premier event that brings together legal professionals, technology experts, and thought leaders to discuss the latest trends and challenges in the legal industry. Throughout the event, one topic consistently dominated conversations: the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). As technology continues to advance, attorneys, non-attorneys, and novices have tools at their fingertips they never dreamed of having. These range from legal research tools like Bloomberg Law and West Law’s co-counsel to Microsoft’s Co-p ..read more

Last week, Mark Redmayne and I had the privilege of attending the CLOC Global Institute Conference in Las Vegas. This year’s theme, “RECHARGE,” focused on transformation as the legal ops world undergoes many changes, especially around the introduction of Generative AI. Organizations and law firms are beginning to reimagine legal operations workflows with the incorporation of this new technology. There were a number of discussions on where to start, how to deal with change management, and whether you need to revamp your technology stack at all. Many were sharing ideas and use cases to te ..read more

Today is Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate and recognize military spouses and their families for their sacrifices on behalf of our nation and its defense.  At TCDI, we’re exceptionally proud of our Military Spouse Managed Review (MSMR) program. Every day for the past five years, we’ve been deliberate in ensuring that at least a third of our workforce is comprised of military spouses and veterans. We’ve had tremendous success in retaining military talent, mainly because our work can be done remotely — and if you are familiar with military life, you ..read more

In the world of legal technology, integrating various tools and platforms can sometimes feel like creating a modern-day Frankenstein’s monster. Like the not-so-good doctor, legal teams may find themselves piecing together multiple software solutions to manage their eDiscovery and litigation needs. While this approach might seem necessary at times, it may also lead to unintended consequences. It’s worth taking a step back to consider the bigger picture and explore more streamlined options. In today’s fast-paced world, the lines between our professional and personal lives are increasingly b ..read more

In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity needs to be prioritized by businesses of all sizes, including small-to-mid-sized businesses (SMBs). As organizations rely heavily on technology to drive their operations, they have become increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. Fortunately, a powerful tool exists to help SMBs fortify their defenses: penetration testing. Understanding Penetration Testing Penetration testing, or “pen testing,” is a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities in a company’s cybersecurity / IT infrastructure. These vulnerabilities may exist in a variety of se ..read more

The importance of understanding digital forensics in our increasingly technology-driven world cannot be overstated. In today’s environment, where digital data intertwines with almost every aspect of our lives, understanding digital forensics means gaining a lens through which we can view our interactions with technology. For corporations and law firms, this knowledge is key in recognizing how digital evidence is utilized and interpreted in legal proceedings. Whether it’s corporate litigation, intellectual property disputes, or employee data theft investigations, digital forensics provides th ..read more

In today’s digital age, the vast majority of information relevant to legal matters exists electronically – emails, documents, databases, mobile data, and more. eDiscovery, short for electronic discovery, refers to identifying, collecting, processing, reviewing, and producing this electronically stored information (ESI) for use as evidence in legal proceedings. The eDiscovery process has become essential to virtually every litigation, investigation, and regulatory request. As data volumes continue to explode, legal teams must have a solid understanding of eDiscovery principles and best pract ..read more

Customization, configuration, tailoring – we’ve all heard these words thrown around when it comes to litigation management and eDiscovery technologies. The word “customization” can trigger certain thoughts or emotions when it comes to cost and time. But can it be a cost effective and efficient alternative to one-size-fits-all options? When the topic of customization comes up, the conversation typically turns to things like efficiency gains, user experience enhancements, and better aligning the product to your operations. And those are certainly valuable benefits customizable solutions can p ..read more