Baker Donelson has announced that it will become part of the Global Legal Blockchain Consortium (GLBC), a group comprised of more than 50 large companies, law firms, software companies, and universities dedicated to develop standards to govern the use of blockchain technology in the business of law.
"Blockchain technology has tremendous potential to impact businesses at every level and across a multitude of industries," said William S. Painter, Chief Innovation Officer at Baker Donelson. "Our Firm is committed to investing in technology to better serve our clients, so we're thrilled to collaborate with other innovative leaders in the industry to navigate and possibly shape how blockchain will enhance our capabilities to deliver legal services to clients."
Baker Donelson's Innovation Group has been growing their suite of innovative services for nearly 20 years, making it among the most comprehensive in the legal industry. The group combines the latest technology with an experienced team of attorneys and professionals who focus solely on innovation, which includes project management, process improvement, pricing analytics, knowledge management, artificial intelligence, eDiscovery and litigation support, and data analytics. Through sustained investment in the suite of services, this group delivers efficiency, flexibility, and enhanced communication and collaboration for the Firm's clients.