Scaling Justice

In today's digital age, the success of technology transformation projects actually has very little to do with technology, and everything to do with the people managing them. In our latest podcast “Successful Court Tech Transformations Start with People: Why Change Management Matters in Court Modernization”, we sat down with Sarah Peterson, Associate Director at Guidehouse and expert in change mana...

In this episode of Scaling Justice, hear how North Las Vegas Court Administrator Erin Tellez and equivant’s Senior Implementation Manager Mandy Clements turned challenges into success stories. Discover practical strategies, proven best practices, and insider tips for leading smooth tech transitions in court environments. Tune in and learn how to future-proof your court today!

In a world where seeing is no longer believing, how do justice agencies separate fact from fiction? In this episode of scaling justice, we dive deep into how justice agencies and courts are combating the use of deepfakes—AI-generated images, videos, and documents that can distort reality and threaten the integrity of evidence in courtrooms. We discuss how prevalent the issue is now, how fast it is...

In this episode of "Scaling Justice," we explore the transformative world of  Online Dispute Resolution (ODR)  with insights from the  Massachusetts Trial Court . Discover how technology is revolutionizing the legal landscape by making justice more accessible and efficient. Our expert guest, Caitlin Reddy, Deputy Chief Information Officer for eCourts at Massachusetts Trial Court, shares her experi...

As technology continues to evolve more and more quickly, it can feel difficult to keep up. Managing change while you’re trying to modernize your court takes work. Fortunately, there are so many court leaders doing amazing things that have great advice to share to help make the process easier.   In our most recent podcast episode, Deborah Comery, Clerk of Court at Rocky River Municipal Court in Ohi...

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 Rosove shares insights into the slow adoption of tech in courts, many of which still use outdated systems.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 workfl...

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 valuabl...

When you improve the docketing process, it helps all stakeholders.   In this episode, Jill Lennon and Tami Ortiz from the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Collier County share how they’ve revolutionized court management in Florida. They use ShowCase, equivant’s premier case management system (CMS) specifically configured for Florida laws and procedures. Hear their back...

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....

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...

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 Just...

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 Just...

“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 d...

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...

The line between health issues and legal issues is frequently blurred, particularly with mental illness and substance use disorders. How can we un-blur that line? How do we get people the help they need while maintaining public safety? Ayesha Delany-Brumsey of the Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center and Stepping Up Initiative joins Scaling Justice to examine health issues in the just...

Youth crime is down, but the severity of offenses is up. Abuse and neglect are on the rise. Kids today are dealing with a lot, and sometimes, courts have the opportunity to intervene at just the right moment to make a difference. Host Sue Humphreys welcomes the Honorable Judge Anthony Capizzi to talk about juvenile justice, the role of the court, and how alternative interventions are sparking posi...

A2J has become one of the many buzzwords in the justice sector, but what does true access to justice look like? What can courts do to tip the scales toward accessibility? Join host Sue Humphreys as she digs into court accessibility with special guest Renee Danser, Associate Director of Research and Strategic Partnerships at the Access to Justice Lab at Harvard Law School.     

“People should be able to engage with the court how they would like to.” - Dunrie Greiling, Ph. D, Matterhorn What does the current shift toward citizen-centered technology mean for courts? MJ Cartwright, Court Innovations CEO, and Dunrie Greiling, Matterhorn product/market strategy, join host Sue Humphreys to discuss the evolution of online dispute resolution. Tune in to Scaling Justice Episode #...

During her first 20 years in criminal justice, working as a prosecutor and then a defense attorney, Judge Christine Carpenter saw how closely drugs and alcohol connect to crime and justice outcomes. She knew it was time to start treating substance use and abuse differently, and she became a pioneer in what we know today as Drug Courts. In the latest episode of Scaling Justice, host Sue Humphreys s...

Data is central to the criminal justice decisions that affect lives, families, and communities every day. It drives more equitable outcomes, helps objectivity reign, and supports healthy communities. But how do we know the data is right? How do we know we can rely on it? Host Sue Humphreys tackles these tough questions and more with special guest Jane Wiseman, CEO of the Institute for Excellence i...

Court case management has evolved from a singular focus on clerk business to a broader network of support for judges, litigants and partners, and the public. What does this mean for court technology? Superior Court Chief Information Officers Snorri Ogata (Los Angeles County) and Michael Baliel (Santa Clara County) and longtime IT management consultant Joe Wheeler are veterans at navigating the com...