Legal Geek LinkedIn Newsletter - July 2025
Hello, LinkedIn friends! 👋
Summer’s here, and so is your July dose of all things legal innovation! Whether you’re soaking up the sun or stuck at your desk pretending to, we’ve got the freshest updates, insights, and a sprinkle of fun to keep you in the loop. Let's dive in 🌊
🎬 Monthly lawtech news roundup
Watch a summary of last month's legal tech news:
📕 Legal Geek Article
Monthly guest article by Joanna Goodman:
At London Tech Week, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the only way to manage a technology that moves as fast as AI is to get on that spaceship! And the biggest deal in legaltech history – Clio’s billion-dollar acquisition of vLex – offers the potential of an AI spaceship for legal. This month, I also consider legal tech’s global bubble, GenAI in court again, legal AI’s p(doom) number and the fake finger of fraud! Continue reading
⭐ Legal Geek Community Highlights
Catch up on the latest news from the Legal Geek Community
Litera is redefining legal tech leadership, with 60% of its C-suite made up of women. Leaders like Rachael Rekart are driving meaningful change, accelerating AI adoption and empowering teams from the inside out. Their approach is bold, inclusive, and future-focused. Explore her insights on transforming organisations through innovation and intentional leadership. Continue reading
👍 Our favourite LinkedIn post last month:
👏 Huge congratulations to Dana Denis-Smith OBE on this incredibly well-deserved honour! As the founder of the First 100 Years and Next 100 Years campaigns, Dana has been an inspiring force in championing women in the legal profession
🎪 Latest from the Legal Geek HQ
Legal Geek Conference:
Geopolitics, markets & legal impact: First headliner speakers revealed!
Understanding how geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic shifts impact your legal work - and your clients - is no longer a luxury. It’s essential.
At the Legal Geek Conference in London (15–16 October 2025), we’ll explore how cross-border cloud data, evolving regulation, and economic volatility are reshaping the legal profession. We’re thrilled to announce the first headline speakers who will bring real-world insight and global experience to these challenges:
👤 Helle Thorning-Schmidt – Ms. Thorning-Schmidt was named one of the world’s greatest leaders by Fortune in 2017 and was the first woman to lead both her party and the country. She remains engaged in global and geopolitical issues, has authored several books, and continues to dedicate much of her time to promoting progress, free speech, human rights, and democracy.
👤 Minister Sarah Sackmon KC MP – Is the Minister of State in the Ministry of Justice. She was Solicitor General from 9 July 2024 to 2 December 2024. She was elected as the MP for Finchley and Golders Green in July 2024. She was called to the Bar in 2008 and worked as a barrister at Francis Taylor Building and Matrix Chambers, focusing on public, election, planning, environment and rating law.
👤 Sir Geoffrey Vos – As Master of the Rolls and Head of Civil Justice for England and Wales, he is a senior figure in the judiciary. He has previously served as Chancellor of the High Court, Lord Justice of Appeal, and held judicial roles across the UK and internationally. He currently chairs the UK Jurisdiction Taskforce and is a member of the LawtechUK Panel, championing innovation and technology in the legal system.
Legal Geek Europe:
Legal Geek Europe agenda announced!
Join a community of 800 legal professionals from across Europe for a dynamic, one-day event in Amsterdam. Dive into workshops, TED-style talks, roundtables, and panel discussions exploring how legal teams, whether in-house or at firms, can innovate and adapt in today’s fast-evolving landscape.
From building innovation teams and crafting AI strategies to navigating transformation challenges and embracing adaptive leadership, the agenda covers practical insights and real-world experiences. Access agenda.
💡 Fact(s) of the month:
👑 July is named after Julius Caesar, who not only reformed the Roman calendar but also influenced Roman law, a foundation for many legal systems worldwide.
🍦 It's National Ice Cream Month - perfect timing to cool down and enjoy a sweet treat during the sunny days!
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3moReally like the directness and balance of Joanna Goodman's piece.