It’s a familiar narrative in the legal world: lawyers approach new technology with a level of caution that borders on suspicion. They circle innovation, armed with a long list of questions and a healthy dose of skepticism. But a fascinating pattern emerges time and again. Once convinced of its value, lawyers don’t just adopt technology—they...

It’s a scenario that might seem tempting. A handshake deal was finalised years ago, but the formal paperwork was never completed. A crucial contract was signed and executed, but the original has been lost to time. The urge to simply create a new document and date it in the past—to “fix” the problem quickly—can be...