Southeast Europe M&A: Investment Opportunities in a Dynamic Region
In a recent Platforum9 session, Alexandru Birsan, founding partner of Filip & Company in Romania, provided comprehensive insights into the mergers and acquisitions landscape across Southeast Europe. With 25 years of experience in capital markets and M&A, Alexandru offered a practitioner’s perspective on how this region has transformed from closed economies to sophisticated investment destinations […]
Trust Me, I’m a Coach: The Opportunity for Coaching in Legal Practice
In a recent Platforum9 session, two seasoned legal coaches shared candid insights about the evolving role of coaching in the legal profession. Ron Given, who spent 30 years at large American law firm Mayer Brown with over a decade in Europe at Wolf Theiss and with Deloitte, now focuses on executive coaching from his base […]
Lawyer Wellbeing When Handling Legal Tech Implementation
In todays Platforum9 session, Antoinette Moriarty from the Law Society of Ireland explored the psychological dimensions of AI adoption in legal practice, addressing how technology can both alleviate and create stress for practicing lawyers. Drawing from her expertise in working with lawyers through a psychological lens, Moriarty provided insights into managing the transition whilst maintaining […]
English Arbitration Act 2025 Reforms: Modernising London’s Arbitration Framework
In our International Arbitration Forum session, experts Velimir Zivkovic, Matej Pustej, and Michail Risvas discussed the significant reforms to the English Arbitration Act 1996, which received royal assent in February 2025. The discussion was a comprehensive analysis of how these “evolutionary, not revolutionary” changes position London to maintain its competitive edge as a leading global […]
Latest in Legal Tech Innovation: The U.S. Perspective
In a recent Platforum9 session, John Lindsey, Chief Marketing Officer at InCite (an AI-focused legal tech company), talked us through the rapidly evolving legal technology landscape, particularly from a North American perspective. With four decades of experience in technology, Lindsey offered a nuanced view of the current state of legal tech innovation and the challenges […]
Collaborating to Build Effective Legal Tech:
In a recent Platforum9 session, Horace Wu, CEO and founder of Syntheia.io, shared his valuable perspectives on how lawyers and technologists can collaborate to build more effective legal tech solutions. Drawing from his decade of experience as an M&A lawyer before transitioning to legal tech, Wu offered candid insights into the current state of AI […]
The Italian Legal Connection: An Evolving Market OverviewÂ
In today’s Platforum9 session, Marco Imperiale, former lawyer and founder/managing director of Beum (a benefit corporation focused on innovative legal services), shared insights on the Italian legal market. As the first head of innovation for a leading Italian law firm, Marco brings a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing lawyers in Italy. The […]
Commercial Skills: The Missing Piece in Legal Education
In a recent Platforum9 session, James Markham, co-author of “The Legal MBA Essentials,” shared critical insights on commercial skills development for lawyers. As an accountant who has worked with law firms for over 15 years, Markham brings a unique perspective to what has become an increasingly vital aspect of legal practice. The Commercial Skills Gap […]
The European AI Act: Understanding Compliance in a Risk-Based Regulatory Framework
In a recent Platforum9 session, Professor Andrej Savin, an expert in information technology law, provided valuable insights into the European AI Act, its global context, and what organizations need to know to navigate this complex regulatory landscape. Drawing from his experience researching how EU legislation affects business strategy and organizational structures, Savin offered a comprehensive […]
Business Development Support: A Catalyst for Legal Career Progression
In a recent Platforum9 session, Michael Guiney, a business development professional at Kinstellar, a regional law firm spanning Central Europe, shared valuable insights on how business development support can accelerate career progression for lawyers at all levels. The Evolution of BD in Legal Services Having started his career in the legal sector in 2005 at […]