Chancellor Professor of Law and CLCT Director Frederic Lederer recently spoke to the Wisconsin Bar Association’s at its annual recognition dinner. In an interview, Lederer said: “Our courtroom tools are changing, and the people we work with are changing. Lawyers must adapt if we are to continue doing our jobs as well as we should.”
Speaking about the importance of incorporating technology into legal practice and courtrooms, Lederer noted that—when used judiciously—technology can not only save costs but also enable participation in the legal process by individuals who might otherwise have difficulty doing so, such as the elderly or disabled. Acknowledging that many state courts are facing significant financial constraints, Lederer suggested that courts consider moving in small increments: starting with a single, inexpensive projection unit, for example, and then adding new elements over time.
The full video of Professor Lederer’s interview with the Wisconsin State Bar association is available below.