In this episode of Down with the Bunker, host James Merritt speaks with Amit Pandit about his journey from the UK to Australia, his career in recruitment and e-discovery, and the evolving landscape of the job market. Amit shares insights on the differences between the Australian and UK markets, the value of external recruiters, and the changing preferences of candidates in the face of new technologies. He also discusses his adaptation to the Australian lifestyle, highlighting the importance of outdoor activities and family life.

In this engaging conversation, James Merritt interviews Lisa Burton, a seasoned professional in the legal tech industry. Lisa shares her journey from law to technology, her experiences in eDiscovery, and her current role at Authentic Legal AI. The discussion delves into the importance of information governance, the impact of AI on data management, and the significance of a people-centric approach in legal tech. Lisa emphasises the need for ethical AI use and the challenges organisations face in understanding their data. The conversation concludes with insights into Lisa's personal life and her commitment to giving back to the community.

In this engaging conversation, Tim Harrison shares his journey from being a lawyer to founding Arkus Consulting, emphasising the importance of family, personal development, and the evolving landscape of eDiscovery and AI in the legal industry. He discusses the rapid adoption of AI technologies and their implications for legal professionals, while also reflecting on his personal life and love for cricket.

In this conversation, James Merritt interviews Toby Berryman, a partner in a recruitment business called Rolf Berryman. They discuss the importance of using external recruiters in the eDiscovery industry, the evolving technology expertise required in the field, and the changing landscape of the discovery marketplace. Toby also shares his involvement in supporting the Meningitis campaigns and talks about his upbringing as an army kid and his love for traveling.

James MacGregor, founder of Ethical eDiscovery, joins James Merritt to discuss his career in the eDiscovery industry and his passion for improv comedy. MacGregor shares how he fell into eDiscovery by accident and the challenges and rewards of running his own business. He also talks about his involvement in charitable work and his desire to provide bespoke services to small and medium-sized firms. MacGregor emphasises the importance of finding a balance between work and family life and shares his love for improv as a form of escapism.

Charles Lavallée, a director at Infinium, shares his background and journey in the e-discovery and information governance industry. He started his career in e-discovery and transitioned to technology, focusing on emerging technologies in the e-discovery and information governance space. Charles also talks about his music career and how it influenced his decision to pursue a career in law. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with clients and the enjoyment he finds in working with people and technology. The conversation also touches on the changing marketplace and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation explores the rapid pace of innovation in the electronic discovery and information governance market, particularly in relation to AI. The guest emphasizes the importance of managing data effectively and the need for continuous education in the industry. They discuss the opportunities for those entering the industry now and the impact of technology on our lives. The guest also shares their passion for photography and drone videography.