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Further Comments

Further Comments

By: Damien Riehl & Horace Wu
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Join legal technology experts Damien Riehl and Horace Wu as they explore the intersection of law and technology. In each episode, they discuss the latest trends, tools, and innovations shaping the future of legal practice, from litigation tech to transactional solutions.

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Episodes
  • A Moat Big Enough For A Boat
    Feb 10 2026

    In this episode of Further Comments, we discuss the latest developments in legal tech, AI, and the challenges and opportunities they present. From the impact of Claude's new legal plugin and the concept of vibe coding, to the evolving roles of lawyers and coders. We also explore the implications for access to justice and the need for reliable and useful AI tools in legal practice.

    We also promised the listeners the link to Anna Guo's studies. Here it is!
    https://www.legalbenchmarks.ai/home

    00:00 Current Events
    01:06 Rule of Law
    02:43 Claude
    04:16 Moat and Competitive Edge
    06:33 Workflows
    14:02 Accuracy
    22:16 Market Impact and Future of Legal Tech
    24:52 Customer Needs vs. Wants
    25:54 Innovative Legal Tools: From Queries to AI Agents
    27:47 The Innovator's Dilemma in Legal Tech
    30:42 Vibe Coding: Revolutionizing Legal Tech
    35:27 The Future of Coding and Legal Practice
    42:09 The Role of Managers in the Age of AI

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    47 mins
  • The Fast and the Curious
    Dec 27 2025

    After a two month unplanned hiatus, in this episode, Damien and Horace wrap up 2025 discussing the latest trends in legal tech and AI.

    From encoding morality to vibe coding by legal professionals, we cover recent developments that we should be watching. Along the way, we tackle the transformation in law firms towards AI adoption and debate the future of legal services in the context of accessible and open data.

    00:00 AI and Human Values at the Vatican
    01:32 Building a Moral Knowledge Graph
    03:02 Recent Developments in Legal Tech
    05:22 Joining Clio and Industry Insights
    06:51 AI Strategy and Law Firm Transformation
    20:42 Trust, Intuition, and Integrity in Legal Practice
    27:41 The Ethical Dilemma of Paywalls
    34:08 The Future of Open Source and Open Access
    41:29 The Philosophical Debate on Open Source and AI

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    50 mins
  • To Burst, Or Not To Burst (ft Ken Crutchfield)
    Nov 3 2025

    In this episode of 'Further Comments', hosts Damien Riehl and Horace Wu chat with legal tech industry veteran Ken Crutchfield about navigating the future. The discussion revolves around the potential 'bubble' in legal technology and the impact of generative AI on the legal industry. The trio explores whether current trends mirror previous economic bubbles, the nuances of legal tech adoption amidst such uncertainties, and the future of AI in reshaping legal services. They delve into topics ranging from the trust factor in legal services to the implications of AI on legal practices, providing insights for both tech enthusiasts and legal professionals.

    Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on navigating the evolving landscape of legal tech.

    00:00 Introducing Ken Crutchfield
    00:51 Discussion on Market Bubble
    01:27 Historical Parallels and AI Growth
    03:18 Legal Tech and AI Integration
    05:20 Economic Bubbles and Legal Tech Market
    08:12 Big Tech's Role in Legal Tech
    15:16 Geopolitical and the Macro Backdrop
    24:29 The Importance of Data and Relationships in AI
    27:31 Trust, Integrity, and Intuition
    31:16 Economic Indicators and Legal Tech Adaptation
    34:57 Productization and Incentive-Aligned Fees in Law Firms
    40:48 Adoption and Transformation Tips

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    46 mins
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