BDO's Legal Tech Talk Podcast is a series dedicated to exploring the intersection of law and technology, hosted by Daniel Gold, Principal and E-Discovery Managed Services Leader, and Eric Derk, Managing Director of Legal Operations. The podcast features in-depth discussions with judges and legal professionals, focusing on the latest developments and trends in legal technology.
In the episode titled "Running Legal Like a Business," the hosts are joined by Jessica Vander Ploeg, Vice President of Legal Operations at Belron and a founding board member of The conversation delves into the transformation of legal operations from traditional roles to strategic business enablers, emphasizing proactive collaboration with business units and the integration of technology and AI to enhance efficiency.
This episode is particularly beneficial for legal operations professionals, in-house counsel, and law firm leaders seeking to understand the evolving landscape of legal departments. It offers valuable insights into building the right mix of talent, leveraging automation, and aligning legal operations with organizational goals to drive value and innovation.
Speakers(1)
Jessica Vander Ploeg
Vice President of Legal Operations at Belron
Jessica Vander Ploeg is the Vice President of Legal Operations at Belron, with a distinguished career leading legal operations initiatives. Her hands-on approach to legal technology, AI adoption, and operational strategy—combined with her role as a founding board member of legalops.com—makes her uniquely qualified to discuss the evolving landscape of legal operations and the strategic implementation of AI in legal departments.
Event Details
- Date
- August 29, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal operations professionals, in-house counsel, law firm leaders