Womble Perspectives

Welcome to Womble Perspectives, where we explore a wide range of topics from the latest legal updates to industry trends to the business of law. Our team of lawyers, professionals and occasional outside guests will take you through the most pressing issues facing businesses today and provide practical and actionable advice to help you navigate the ever-changing legal landscape. With a focus on innovation, collaboration and client service, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients and to the communities we serve.

Womble Perspectives is a business podcast hosted by Womble Bond Dickinson, with 422 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Womble Bond Dickinson hosts Womble Perspectives, a business show with 422 episodes published.

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  Leadership, Law, and Everything In Between

  Aug 12, 202641 min

  As Womble Bond Dickinson celebrates its 150th anniversary, Lori Patton sits down with Sarah Motley Stone, Charlotte Office Managing Partner, to reflect on more than two decades of growth, leadership, and service at the firm. Sarah shares her journey from a first-year summer associate who never expected to become a litigator to a respected leader helping shape the future of one of the firm's largest offices. The conversation explores the enduring impact of mentorship, the role of trust and integrity in firm culture, the realities of balancing career and family, and the lessons learned from stepping into leadership. Sarah also offers thoughtful perspectives on the future of the legal profession, the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence, and why embracing change while staying grounded in core values remains essential for long-term success.

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  The Hidden Legal Risks of Using AI Tools in Sensitive Matters

  Aug 7, 20266 min

  Today we’re digging into a potentially groundbreaking legal ruling about AI. It’s the first time a federal court has weighed in on whether chats with an AI tool like Claude or ChatGPT can be considered privileged. Spoiler: the court said no. And this could have implications for businesses and legal teams. Read the full article Client’s Use of AI Not Protected by Attorney Client Privilege About the authors Ian P. O’Keefe Hayden J. Silver, III Scott D. Anderson Luke Cass

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  WBD Recruiting Success Stories: Tomio Narita

  Aug 4, 202631 min

  Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Tomio Narita, a partner in our San Francisco office and co-leader of the firm’s Class Action Defense Team. More about WBD's Class Action Litigation practice .

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  From Credentials to Credibility. What to Consider When Picking Expert Witnesses.

  Jul 31, 20264 min

  Today, we’re tackling part two of what it takes to find expert witnesses, and we’re following up with the next big question: once you’ve got a shortlist of candidates, how do you choose the best one? It turns out, it’s not just about degrees and licenses. There are multiple other factors that can make or break credibility in front of a jury. More info Finding an Expert Witness (Part 2): Best Practices for Choosing the Best Candidate Part 1: Where to Look and What to Ask to Find the Right Witness for Your Case About the author Kim Beane

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  Where to Look and What to Ask to Find the Right Witness for Your Case

  Jul 28, 20264 min

  In courtrooms across the country, cases often hinge on what’s known as the “battle of the experts.” The credibility, character, and clarity of an expert witness can make or break a case. But, what makes an expert witness truly credible—and where do you even begin to find one who could help you win your case? Read the full article Finding an Expert Witness: Best Practices for Finding Credible Experts About the author Kim Beane

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