Contracts & Coffee Ep 2: Women in tech

In this episode of Contracts & Coffee, Linda Daniel (Head of Implementation) and Kate Rowlson (Legal Engineer Team Lead) to explore their journeys as women in legal tech – from unexpected career paths to the evolving role of women in the tech industry.

Whether you’re a law graduate, a tech enthusiast or simply curious about the intersection of legal and innovation, this episode offers a candid look at the challenges, surprises and opportunities that come with working in a fast-paced, AI-driven legal tech company.

What’s brewing in Episode 2?

• How Linda and Kate transitioned from law into tech.
• The misconceptions about what it means to work in tech.
• Why legal tech offers more career paths than people realize.
• The importance of community and support for women in tech.

Q&A highlights

Q: Do you need to be a developer to work in tech?

A: Not at all. Linda and Kate highlight that tech companies offer a wide range of roles, from implementation and legal engineering to marketing and customer success. You don’t need to code to contribute meaningfully in tech, you just need the rind mindset.

Q: What challenges do women face in tech today?

A: While progress is still being made, technical roles like software development are still male-dominated. However, awareness is growing, and companies like Summize are actively building inclusive environments. Fostering community by bringing together women across departments for coffee mornings, chats and support helps build confidence, connection and visibility for all women across the business.

Q: What’s the most surprising part of working in legal tech?

A: The pace of innovation – from AI advancements to evolving customer use cases, legal tech is constantly changing, and it’s a collaborative, fast-moving environment with the opportunity to learn something new every day.