Scaling Justice

In this episode of Scaling Justice, host Brendan Hughes sits down with Stuart Rosove, General Manager at equivant Court, to explore the evolving landscape of justice technology. Rosove shares insights into the slow adoption of tech in courts, many of which still use outdated systems. Highlighting AI’s potential to assist self-represented litigants, Rosove advises court leaders on rethinking workflows and making smart, future-proof decisions. Tune in to hear predictions on emerging technologies and critical action steps for courts to stay ahead.

In this episode, host Brendan Hughes is joined by Judges Jeffrey Adler, William Montgomery, and tech expert Stacey Marz to explore the tech revolution in the judiciary. From initial hurdles like outdated systems and cyberattacks to significant improvements such as e-filing and remote hearings, the panel delves into how technology is transforming courtrooms across the nation. Listen now for valuable insights on navigating and leading technological change in the legal world.

The importance of implementing a new case management system (CMS) can’t be stressed enough. It’s the backbone of a highly functional, well-run court that effectively serves its community. But without successful implementation, you might not get the most out of your CMS.

In this episode, equivant Director of JWorks Technical Operations Jason Emineth shares how to roll out your new CMS successfully. Hear the important things courts can do to prepare for a new CMS, how to address the amount of time and resources needed, what makes some projects go smoothly and others fail, and the key questions to ask when selecting a vendor.

Get your head into the cloud with equivant’s Patricia Jacoby and explore the benefits of hosted case management systems (CMS). 

“It's all about accessibility, and cloud-based systems are basically accessible from anywhere.” Patricia Jacoby has more than 29 years of experience in software development, with a focus on court management products.  She regularly speaks with judges, court administrators, and IT staff to ensure case management software addresses their needs. In this podcast, she shares how cloud-based solutions might be the next big thing in helping organizations improve efficiency and drive cost savings. 

Host Bio: 

Brendan Hughes | Director of Marketing at equivant 

A strategic marketing leader with over 20 years of experience leading highly productive, engaged, and creative teams to exceed brand, lead generation, communications, and revenue goals. Mr. Hughes directs equivant’s thought-leadership initiatives across the justice industry, bringing the expertise of our innovative solutions to help build more efficient, effective, and equitable justice agencies nationwide. 

Guest Bio: 

Patricia Jacoby | Director of Development for Court Products 

Ms. Jacoby has more than 29 years of professional experience in software development. She has managed the business analyst staff, the development staff, and the quality assurance staff for the entire equivant product line. 

Get out of the file drawer and into automated case management systems (CMS) with equivant’s Sherry-Lynn Agcanas-Wolf.

The pressures of going virtual can be overwhelming for courts plagued by staffing shortages, limited budgets and resources, and increased demand for services. But the ability to automate CMS processes is safe, secure, and a technology that has been around for years. On Scaling Justice, we speak with Sherry-Lynn Agcanas-Wolf, who has spent over 20 years helping courts run more efficiently. In this podcast, she explores how courts benefit from innovative solutions to simplify their case management and workflow systems.

From a single test case to a thriving mental health program that’s saved $2M in incarceration costs over two years: Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer and the team in Lewis County, Wash., are working to keep people with serious mental illnesses out of jail and in contact with the community resources they need. Hear about the inter-agency collaboration that made it all happen on this episode of Scaling Justice.

Podcast recorded on Feb. 4, 2020.

“Your job is to make your data discoverable, not to hoard it.” Paul Wormeli has briefed everyone from the former director of national intelligence who wrote those words to J. Edgar Hoover to local agencies, and his message is clear: Integration and collaboration are key to solving justice problems. For over 50 years, Paul has advocated for data sharing in justice, and he joins Scaling Justice to discuss how data drives more equitable outcomes.

Amy Bach, founder of the non-profit Measures for Justice, lives by the motto: “You can’t change what you can’t see.” Illuminating the truth through data has been her life’s passion, and Amy works with agencies across the country to make meaningful change to promote justice. Hear stories about data research at MSJ, and get advice for how your agency can start moving toward greater transparency and positive change.