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EPISODE · Aug 7, 2025 · 18 MIN

Lawyers, Drowning in Admin? Reclaim 20 Hours a Week!

from CanadianSME Small Business Podcast · host SK Uddin

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen, where we explore innovative solutions and entrepreneurial journeys transforming industries across Canada. Today, we're focusing on the legal profession and how technology is alleviating administrative burdens and creating new models for legal practice.Joining us are Jianne Li, Chief Business Officer & Co-Founder, Lyon Chang, CEO & Co-Founder, and Niki Kihira, Managing Lawyer at V-Law, Canada's first subscription-based virtual legal practice platform. We’ll discuss how V-Law is transforming legal practice through technology, addressing administrative challenges, and shaping the future of legal work.Key Highlights:1. The Transformation of Legal Practice Through Technology and Platform Economics: Lyon will discuss the inspiration behind creating V-Law and how their virtual legal platform differs from traditional legal practice models in Canada.2. How V-Law Addresses the Critical Time and Administrative Burden Challenges Facing Today's Legal Professionals: Lyon and Niki will share insights from their research on how V-Law helps lawyers alleviate time and administrative burdens, allowing them to regain control of their time.3. The Future of Legal Practice and How Platform Models Create Better Work-Life Integration for Lawyers: Jianne will share her perspective on how platform models like V-Law are positioned to improve work-life integration for lawyers, offering a better balance than traditional models.4. Benefits of the Subscription-Based Platform Model: Niki will explain how V-Law’s subscription-based model benefits both lawyers and clients, particularly in terms of transparency and accessibility to legal services.5. V-Law's Recent Expansion and Research: Jianne and Lyon will discuss V-Law’s recent soft-launch in British Columbia, plans for expanding into other provinces, and recent research on lawyer efficiency and well-being.Special Thanks to Our Partners:RBC: https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/dms/business/accounts/beyond-banking/index.htmlUPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAGoogle: https://www.google.ca/A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspxFor more expert insights, visit www.canadiansme.ca and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age!Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

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