Technically Legal Podcast

13/02/2025

What if real estate transactions didn’t require stacks of paperwork and months of waiting?

In our new episode, we’re joined by Daniel Rollingher, General Counsel of Fabrica, to discuss how blockchain is modernizing real estate ownership. Fabrica’s platform allows properties to be bought, sold, and financed with a single digital transaction, making the process faster, more transparent, and more accessible.

Daniel shares how NFTs, smart contracts, and blockchain are reshaping the real estate industry and what this means for buyers, sellers, and investors.
In this episode, we cover:
- How blockchain enables seamless real estate transactions
- The legal infrastructure behind on-chain property ownership
- Why title insurance and traditional financing could be disrupted
- What’s next for Fabrica as it expands its platform

If you’re curious about the future of real estate and legal tech, this episode is for you.

Listen now: https://bit.ly/42Pn8Za

This episode features Daniel Rollingher, co-founder of Fabrica, a company leveraging blockchain technology to revolutionize real estate ownership. Rollingher discus…

13/02/2025

New Episode!

The Future of Real Estate is Here (and It's on Blockchain) -Daniel Rollingher (GC Fabrica)

This episode features Daniel Rollingher, co-founder of Fabrica, a company leveraging blockchain technology to revolutionize real estate ownership. Rollingher discusses Fabrica's innovative approach to putting real estate titles on chain, creating a more transparent and efficient system for property transactions. He explains how Fabrica's platform uses NFTs to represent property ownership, simplifying the process of buying, selling, and managing real estate assets.

The conversation also explores the legal framework behind Fabrica's blockchain real estate platform, including the use of trusts and smart contracts to ensure secure and verifiable ownership. Additionally, Rollingher touches on the use of blockchain in real estate to address challenges in the traditional real estate market, such as title insurance and liquidity issues.

Key Takeaways:

Fabrica uses NFTs to represent real estate ownership, streamlining transactions and property management.

The platform employs a unique trust model to connect on-chain ownership with real-world legal frameworks.

Fabrica aims to improve transparency and efficiency in real estate transactions through blockchain technology.

The company is exploring the potential of blockchain and real estate to disrupt traditional processes, such as title insurance and recording deeds.

Fabrica's platform offers solutions for unlocking liquidity in land assets and other real estate holdings.

The company is actively working on expanding its blockchain real estate platform to new jurisdictions and asset classes.

Resources/Links:

Fabrica website: fabrica.land

Daniel Rollingher on Twitter:

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12/02/2025

Tomorrow, we’re joined by Daniel R., General Counsel of Fabrica, a company on a mission to revolutionize real estate transactions through blockchain technology.

In this episode, Daniel breaks down how Fabrica is turning real estate into a more transparent, efficient, and liquid asset—allowing properties to be bought, sold, and financed with the click of a button.

Key highlights you don’t want to miss:

-How blockchain and NFTs are transforming real estate ownership

-The legal framework behind on-chain property transactions

-Why traditional title insurance and real estate financing may be due for a shake-up

-What’s next for Fabrica as it scales its platform to new markets

If you're interested in real estate, legal tech, or blockchain, this episode is packed with insights on how tech is disrupting one of the world’s oldest industries.

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07/02/2025

What moment sparks a transformational idea?

In this clip, Jack Weinberger, co-founder of Ajax, shares the pivotal "lightbulb moment" that launched his entrepreneurial journey. Growing up surrounded by lawyers, Jack initially overlooked the inefficiencies of timekeeping—a routine pain point in the legal world. But when he witnessed firsthand the frustration of manual processes and the burden it placed on professionals, everything clicked.

Jack and his brother discovered a problem that cost people hours and dollars every week, prompting them to pivot their focus and build Ajax—a solution that not only addresses inefficiencies but transforms how the legal industry operates.

What overlooked problem in your field could become your next big idea?

Catch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/40FZ9sC

06/02/2025

In an episode from May 26, 2022 Aaron Powers, co-founder and CEO of start up Hunit, talks about connecting natural language contracts to technology.

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30/01/2025

What if AI could handle your timekeeping while you focus on practicing law?

In our new episode, we’re joined by Jack Weinberger, Co-Founder of Ajax, to explore how his platform is transforming legal time tracking with AI. From investment banking to private equity to building a legal tech startup, Jack’s journey is a testament to the power of innovation in unexpected places.

Ajax automates timekeeping for lawyers, using AI to capture billable hours seamlessly—ensuring no revenue slips through the cracks.

In this episode, Jack breaks down:
-How a simple time-tracking frustration sparked the idea for Ajax.
-The biggest challenges in bringing AI to legal workflows.
-Why automated timekeeping is revolutionizing law firm efficiency and profitability.
-What’s next for Ajax, including AI-powered features that capture impromptu billable moments.

If you’re interested in how AI is reshaping the legal profession, this episode is a must-listen.

Listen now: https://bit.ly/40FZ9sC

Jack Weinberger, co-founder of Ajax, a legal tech startup app that handles timekeeping for lawyers, shares his unconventional journey from finance to legal tech.

30/01/2025

New Episode!

From Tractors to Timekeeping: Jack Weinberger’s (CEO Ajax) Legal Tech Journey

Jack Weinberger, co-founder of Ajax, a legal tech startup app that handles timekeeping for lawyers, shares his unconventional journey from finance to legal tech. Jack discusses his experiences in investment banking and private equity, and how those roles, while not directly related to law, sparked his interest in entrepreneurship and ultimately led him to the world of legal tech. He details the challenges of building a legal tech company, emphasizing the importance of understanding the specific needs of lawyers and addressing the critical concerns of data security. Jack also provides insight into Ajax's innovative approach to timekeeping, which uses AI to automate the process of generating time entries by analyzing a lawyer's activity on their computer. He explains how Ajax integrates with popular practice management software and highlights the significant time savings and increased accuracy that Ajax offers to legal professionals. Finally, Jack shares some exciting upcoming features that Ajax is developing, including capturing impromptu conversations and further streamlining the user experience.

Key Takeaways

Career transitions from finance to legal tech are possible, highlighting the transferable skills and entrepreneurial spirit.

Building successful legal tech solutions requires a deep understanding of lawyer workflows and pain points, with timekeeping being a major one.

Data security is paramount in legal tech, and companies must prioritize client confidentiality.

AI is transforming legal practice by automating tasks like timekeeping, allowing lawyers to focus on higher-value work.

Additional Information

Ajax website: https://www.joinajax.com/

Learn more about Jack .

Listen here: http://sites.libsyn.com/110134/from-tractors-to-timekeeping-jack-weinbergers-ceo-ajax-legal-tech-journey

29/01/2025

Tomorrow we are joined by Jack Weinberger, Co-Founder of Ajax, who took an unconventional path from finance to legal tech, building a tool that’s changing how lawyers track their time.

In tomorrow’s episode, Jack shares how his experience in investment banking and private equity led him to entrepreneurship—and how a simple time-tracking problem inspired the creation of Ajax, an AI-powered legal timekeeping platform.

Key highlights you don’t want to miss:
-How his brother’s girlfriend’s struggles with tracking billable hours sparked the idea for Ajax.
-The biggest challenges in building a legal tech company—and why understanding lawyer workflows is crucial.
-Why AI-driven timekeeping is a game-changer for law firms, improving both accuracy and revenue.
-What’s next for Ajax, including new features that capture impromptu conversations to ensure no billable time is lost.

Whether you’re in legal tech, law, or just interested in how AI is transforming professional services, this episode is full of insights on innovation and entrepreneurship.

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24/01/2025

What sparks the journey to becoming a founder?

In this clip, Tom Dunlop, Founder and CEO of Summize, shares how the entrepreneurial mindset isn’t always about starting a tech business or launching a company. Sometimes, it’s about something deeper: solving problems in smarter, more scalable ways.

From his experience as a lawyer moving into the tech space, Tom discusses how the culture of constant growth and efficiency inspired him to think differently. Developing a problem-solving mindset—focused on improvement and innovation—became the foundation of his entrepreneurial journey.

What mindset shifts have shaped your professional growth?

Catch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/40lIv1q

23/01/2025

“Innovation is a team sport” explains Distinguished Harvard Fellow, author and principal of Gardner & Co., Heidi K. Gardner.

Why does she say that? Because her research tells her so.

For instance, did you know that teams receive more patents than individuals and the more diverse the teams are--by background, by training and by discipline--the more successful the invention?

In an episode from May 11, 2023, Dr. Gardner discusses her book Smarter Collaboration and the benefits of collaboration among legal teams (and in all other types of organizations) including:

➡ Higher client satisfaction
➡ Stickier client relationships
➡ Increased revenue
➡ Increased diversity
➡ Less enterprise risk

A good episode not just for those in legal, but for anyone in any industry.

Listen Now: https://bit.ly/3WvS9NQ

16/01/2025

What if AI could handle your contracts while you focus on the bigger picture?

In our new episode, we’re joined by Tom Dunlop, Founder and CEO of Summize, to explore how his platform is reshaping the contract lifecycle management landscape. From being a nationally ranked badminton player in Great Britain to leading innovation in legal tech, Tom’s story is anything but ordinary.

Summize uses AI to simplify contract management, integrating seamlessly into tools like Slack, Teams, and Outlook to make legal workflows more efficient and user-friendly.

In this episode, Tom breaks down:
-How his hands-on experience as a lawyer led to the creation of Summize.
-The game-changing impact of generative AI on contract lifecycle management.
-Why embedding tech into familiar tools is the key to adoption and success.

If you’re curious about the future of legal tech and how AI is streamlining the way businesses manage contracts, this episode is a must-listen.

Listen now: https://bit.ly/40lIv1q

16/01/2025

New Episode!

From Athlete to AI: Summize CEO's Legal Tech Entrepreneurial Journey (Tom Dunlop)

This episode features Tom Dunlop, founder of Summize, a contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform. Tom discusses his unique path to founding Summize, from his background as a professional athlete and lawyer to his passion for solving real-world problems with technology.

Key takeaways:

The genesis of Summize: Tom explains how his experience reviewing hundreds of contracts manually led to the idea for Summize.

Early challenges and the evolution of AI: Tom describes the initial challenges of summarizing contracts using AI in 2018 and how the advent of generative AI has revolutionized Summize's capabilities.

Summize's unique approach: Summize differentiates itself by embedding its functionality within popular workplace tools like Slack, Teams, and Microsoft Word, allowing users to manage contracts without leaving their familiar workflows.

How Summize works: Tom explains how Summize uses AI to curate contract data and provide summaries that are relevant and tailored to specific business needs.

The future of Summize: Tom shares his vision for the future of Summize, including plans to further leverage AI, enhance native integrations, and incorporate validated content from the legal community.

Resources and Links:

Summize Website: summize.com

Connect with Tom on LinkedIn

Keywords: legal tech, contract lifecycle management (CLM), AI, generative AI, contract summarization, legal technology, Summize, Tom Dunlop, Microsoft Word, Slack, Teams, Outlook, DocuSign

Listen here: https://tlpodcast.com/From-Athlete-to-AI-Summize-CEO-Legal-Tech-Entrepreneurial-Journey-Tom-Dunlop

15/01/2025

Tomorrow we are joined by Tom Dunlop, Founder and CEO of Summize, who turned an unexpected career shift into a groundbreaking legal tech venture.

In tomorrow's episode, Tom shares how an Olympic dream detour led him to law and ultimately to founding Summize, a contract automation platform revolutionizing how businesses handle contracts.

Key highlights you don’t want to miss:
-How reviewing hundreds of contracts sparked the idea for Summize.
-The challenges of using AI in contract management back in 2018—and how generative AI changed the game.
-Why embedding Summize into tools like Slack, Teams, and Outlook makes it a standout in the legal tech space.
-Tom’s vision for the future of AI and contract lifecycle management.

Whether you’re a legal tech enthusiast, an entrepreneur, or just curious about how technology is reshaping the legal profession, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.

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09/01/2025

New Episode!

Connecting Main Street to Wall Street: How Data Driven Financial Regulation and Emerging Tech Like Crypto Can Help Bridge the Gap (Lucas Moskowitz - GC, Robinhood) (Replay)

A conversation with Lucas Moskowitz , General Counsel for financial services company Robinhood . Launched in 2013, Robinhood’s stated mission is to "democratize finance for all" by making it easy for investors to start investing with a few bucks rather than having to be a high roller. Key to this effort is the fact that Robinhood offers commission-free trading and also provides access to cryptocurrencies.

The discussion covers various topics, including:

Robinhood’s Mission: Lucas explains Robinhood's mission to democratize finance by breaking down barriers to investing and making it accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial background.

Lucas’s Career Path: Lucas shares his unique career journey, transitioning from big law to the SEC, Capitol Hill, and eventually Robinhood. He emphasizes the importance of diverse experiences in shaping his perspective.

Regulation in the Financial Industry: Lucas advocates for a data-driven approach to regulation, striking a balance between investor protection and fostering innovation and access.

Crypto & Blockchain: The potential of crypto and blockchain technology is explored, with Lucas highlighting their role in making financial markets more efficient.

Education: The importance of educating investors about making sound investment decisions and also educating legal professionals about emerging technologies like blockchain and tokenization of assets.

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Theme Music: Home Base (Instrumental Version) by TA2MI

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23/12/2024

In this Best of 2024 episode Scott Leigh and Digby C. Leigh articulate a compelling argument for value-based billing and how the app they developed, AltFee, can help determine an accurate fee.

Episode Highlights:

- Explore the intricacies of value-based billing and how it contrasts with hourly billing.

- Uncover the rationale behind fixed fees.

- Hear firsthand from Scott and Digby Leigh about the philosophy driving AltFee's success.

Listen Now: https://bit.ly/4iIEqgd

19/12/2024

Is the Billable Hour Holding Legal Teams Back?

In this Best of 2024 episode, we revisit our conversation with Scott and Digby Leigh, founders of AltFee—a legal tech startup tackling one of the industry’s biggest challenges: the billable hour.

Despite decades of debate, the billable hour still dominates legal billing. Enter AltFee. The app helps legal professionals scope, price, and manage projects using alternative fee arrangements (AFAs), offering clients more transparency and value.

Scott and Digby highlight why AFAs matter now more than ever: as AI reduces time spent on tasks, value-based pricing will become essential. AltFee provides a foundation for law firms to shift away from time-based billing, encouraging lawyers to focus on the actual value of their services—not just the clock.

From scoping projects to auditing fees, this conversation explores the future of legal pricing and how AFAs can reshape client relationships for the better.

If you’re curious about innovation in legal tech, or if you’re tired of the constraints of hourly billing, this episode is a must-listen.

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In this Best of 2024 episode, we revisit our conversation with Scott and Digby Leigh, founders of AltFee—a legal tech startup tackling one of the industry’s biggest challenges: the billable hour.

18/12/2024

New Episode!

Best of 2024: Can AltFee Kill the Billable Hour and Bring Transparency to Legal Billing? (Scott & Digby Leigh)

In this Best of 2024 episode, we revisit our conversation with Scott and Digby Leigh, founders of AltFee—a legal tech startup tackling one of the industry’s biggest challenges: the billable hour.

Despite decades of debate, the billable hour still dominates legal billing. Enter AltFee. The app helps legal professionals scope, price, and manage projects using alternative fee arrangements (AFAs), offering clients more transparency and value.

Scott and Digby highlight why AFAs matter now more than ever: as AI reduces time spent on tasks, value-based pricing will become essential. AltFee provides a foundation for law firms to shift away from time-based billing, encouraging lawyers to focus on the actual value of their services—not just the clock. From scoping projects to auditing fees, this conversation explores the future of legal pricing and how AFAs can reshape client relationships for the better.

If you’re curious about innovation in legal tech, or if you’re tired of the constraints of hourly billing, this episode is a must-listen.

Episode Credits

Editing and Production: Grant Blackstock

Theme Music: Home Base (Instrumental Version) by TA2MI

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16/12/2024

In this Best of 2024 episode, Zach Posner of The LegalTech Fund offers valuable strategies for legal tech entrepreneurs on how to swiftly adapt and respond to market feedback. He emphasizes the importance of frequent interactions with customers and rapid iteration of your product to better meet their needs.

Want more insights like this? Tune into the full episode to hear all of Zach's expert advice for legal tech entrepreneurs.

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