Sidebar with Francois
Hosted by Francois Joubert (a tech entrepreneur with a law degree and a curiosity that won’t quit), each episode pulls up a chair for engaging guests from law, business, and beyond. No scripts. no agendas. Just real talk on what matters, what’s changing, and what’s next.
Episodes
33 episodes
The Invisible Asset: Your Firm’s Technology
When you walk through your office, you see the visible assets: the mahogany conference table, the law library, the talented associates, and the prime real estate. But in 2026, the most valuable asset in your firm is one you can’t actually see.<...
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Season 13
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Episode 7
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19:44
The Invisible Stack: Embedding AI into Legal Workflows
For years, the legal tech industry has followed a predictable pattern: a new problem arises, and a "single-point solution" is launched to fix it. We now have standalone apps for transcriptions, separate portals for witness management, and...
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Season 13
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Episode 6
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17:03
Is Your Tech Living Up to Your Reputation?
You’ve spent years, perhaps decades, building a reputation for precision, strategic thinking, and unwavering client advocacy. In the legal world, your name is your most valuable asset. But in 2026, a brand is no longer just built in the c...
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Season 13
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Episode 5
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20:31
Federal Shields and Professional AI Liability
The legal landscape for artificial intelligence in the United States has shifted towards a centralised federal framework intended to override inconsistent state regulations. While specific statutes in states like California and...
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Season 13
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Episode 4
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21:22
A Guide to New York Law Firm Compliance
New York is the bustling heart of the legal world. It offers immense opportunities for law firms. However, great opportunity brings significant responsibility. Specifically, firms must prioritize strict compliance. Navigating state and federal ...
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Season 13
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Episode 4
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47:02
MoreMax.net: Keeping Your Practice Running While You’re in Court
For many attorneys, the courtroom consumes not only time but also mental bandwidth. While you’re litigating, your practice still needs to move forward—emails must be answered, your website must remain polished, and your firm’s reputation must s...
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Season 13
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Episode 3
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19:23
Is Blockchain the Future of Secure Legal Records?
The legal profession, while built on precedent, is no longer immune to the rapid pace of technological change. From AI-driven research to advanced e-discovery, innovation is fundamentally reshaping the practice of law. Among these a...
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Season 13
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Episode 2
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20:36
The Future of Law: Trends and Innovations to Watch in 2026
The legal landscape in the United States is in a constant state of flux, driven by technological advancements, shifting client expectations, and evolving societal norms. For law firms and legal professionals across the country, staying ahead of...
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Season 13
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Episode 1
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19:37
From Cost Center to Profit Driver: Unleashing the Strategic Power of IT in Your Law Firm
For far too long, Information Technology in many law firms has been viewed as a necessary evil – a significant line item on the budget, constantly consuming resources with little tangible return beyond keeping the lights on. It’s seen as a cost...
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Season 12
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Episode 20
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20:06
Beyond the Checkbox: Turning Compliance into Your Law Firm’s Greatest Competitive Advantage
Mention the word “compliance” at a partner meeting, and you are likely to be met with a chorus of groans. For decades, the legal industry has viewed compliance as a necessary evil—a tedious checklist of ethical rules, trust accounting regulatio...
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Season 12
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Episode 19
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21:53
Beyond the Firewall: Why "Immutable Backups" are a Law Firm’s Ultimate Ransomware Defense
Imagine walking into your firm on a Monday morning. Instead of reviewing briefs or preparing for depositions, you find every computer screen displaying a ransom note. Your firm’s files—client communications, financial records, litigation strate...
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Season 12
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Episode 19
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22:10
AI is the ultimate legal associate
Remember the days of pulling heavy volumes from the firm’s library or agonizing over the perfect Boolean search string—hoping you didn’t miss a critical case because you typed an “OR” instead of an “AND”?Legal research has always been th...
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Season 12
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Episode 18
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17:21
Beyond the Inbox: Deepfakes, Vishing, and Smishing in the Modern Law Practice
Modern law firms are increasingly targeted by sophisticated AI-driven cyberattacks that exploit human psychology rather than just technical vulnerabilities. Criminals use voice and video simulations, known as deepfakes, to ...
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Season 12
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Episode 17
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20:03
Stop Wasting Billable Hours on DIY IT
For legal professionals establishing a new practice, employing a managed IT partner is presented as a vital strategic investment rather than an optional expense. Outsourcing technical management allows solicitors to focus ent...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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18:53
Securing the Modern Law Firm Digital Vault
MoreMax.net is designed to be the leading technology partner for law firm startups by providing a secure, compliant, and efficient operational infrastructure from the start. Because the firm was founded by a law school graduate, they und...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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21:18
Demystifying Case Management Systems
Modern legal practitioners often face significant productivity drains due to fragmented workflows and outdated administrative habits. A Case Management System (CMS) serves as a centralised digital hub that consolidates...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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20:25
AI as the new legal co-counsel
The provided text explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionising the legal profession by acting as an essential digital assistant rather than a replacement for human expertise. Modern tools can now conduct ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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16:13
MoreMax 2026 Guide: Strategic IT Support for Texas Law Firms
This guide highlights the critical necessity of specialized IT support for legal practices operating within the modern regulatory environment of Texas. By 2026, maintaining robust cybersecurity and technological literacy has evolv...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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19:00
Proactive Legal Technology: Eliminating Downtime and Enhancing Productivity
Modern legal practices are increasingly moving away from a reactive "break-fix" mentality toward a proactive technology strategy to safeguard their revenue. This transition involves implementing continuous monitorin...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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24:25
Seven Pillars of Law Firm ITSM
The provided text outlines a strategic framework for legal practices to transition from reactive technical troubleshooting to a proactive management model. By adopting IT Service Management (ITSM), firms can saf...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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21:57
Securing the Law Firm Without Walls
The provided text serves as a strategic manual for law firms transitioning to hybrid and remote work models, highlighting the shift from traditional offices to digital environments. It emphasises that maintaining cybersecurity and eth...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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21:16
Why Law Firms Are Ditching Physical Servers
According to MoreMax.net, modern legal practices are increasingly transitioning to cloud-based infrastructure to overcome the limitations of traditional hardware. This shift is driven by the need for enhanced cost e...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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12:33
Make Outlook Emails Impossible to Forward
The featured article from MoreMax.net outlines essential encryption strategies for legal professionals to protect client confidentiality during digital correspondence. By following the example of a senior partner, the guide...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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25:33
