Don Fuchs

In this episode, Ted sits down with Don Fuchs, Co-Founder at Legal Anywhere, to discuss the evolution of legal extranets and their role in modern law firm-client collaboration. From the early days of simple document sharing to today’s customized, value-driving client portals, Don shares his expertise in legal technology and workflow innovation. Highlighting how extranets have become critical tools for enhancing client service and improving financial transparency, this conversation offers timely insights for law professionals looking to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

In this episode, Don shares insights on how to:

• Evolve extranets from basic file sharing to full-service collaboration tools
• Use technology to deepen client relationships and boost retention
• Tackle the challenges of fixed fee billing with financial transparency
• Leverage Microsoft 365 to build familiar and scalable legal solutions
• Implement client-facing tools that create real competitive differentiation

Key takeaways:

• Extranets are now key to delivering ongoing value to legal clients
• Financial transparency helps law firms succeed with fixed fee arrangements
• Custom tech solutions can help retain clients and reduce churn
• Familiar platforms like Microsoft 365 can drive faster legal tech adoption
• Law firms must innovate to meet modern client expectations and demands

About the guest, Don Fuchs

Don Fuchs is an attorney, legal tech entrepreneur, and thought leader with a deep passion for transforming how law firms deliver legal services. As the co-founder of Legal Anywhere and a former senior leader at HighQ and Opus 2, Don has spent his career helping firms embrace innovation and technology to enhance client collaboration and operational efficiency.

The firms that really focus on service and innovation in how they deliver the legal services are going to be the winners.

Connect with Don:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ams-legal/about/