Litigation at a Crossroads: Talent, Tech and Tomorrow’s Teams

Litigation is on the rise… and so are the demands on the teams who manage it. In this episode of The Legal Report from Robert Half, host Jamy Sullivan and her guest Aaron Bath, vice president of litigation support and legal operations at Balfour Beatty US, explore how litigation teams are being reshaped by technology, shifting workflows and a competitive talent market. As AI and legal tech change how litigation is managed, traditional roles are evolving and new skill sets are in high demand. They discuss the growing need for litigation professionals who blend legal expertise with tech fluency, and why attracting and retaining this talent is a major challenge. Whether through redefining team roles, offering flexibility or supporting career growth, legal employers must adapt or risk falling behind. Tune in for an insightful look at what it takes to build and support high-performing litigation teams in a fast-changing legal landscape