Extract from Jennifer Walker and Daniel Villao’s article “Bridging The Legal Tech Talent Gap With Apprenticeships”
Organizations across an array of industries are experiencing a significant tech talent shortage.
A study published in May by Robert Half reports that rapid change, evolving business priorities and the rise of artificial intelligence have created a significant challenge for tech leaders — critical skills gaps on their teams — and “nearly two-thirds of technology leaders surveyed said they have a skills gap within their department, and 62% feel the skills gap has a greater impact today compared to a year ago.”
In the legal industry, this gap can be even more pronounced, as the unique nature of the practice of law requires specific tech solutions to handle complex challenges.
The integration of technology into legal practices is reshaping how legal services are delivered. Firms adopting innovative tools to increase efficiency and automate tasks are relying heavily on skilled technology professionals. By leveraging advancements such as AI, machine learning and data analytics, legal practitioners streamline operations and make more informed decisions.
