Factor, the leader in next-generation solutions for complex legal work at scale, today announced Ed Sohn, an industry pioneer in the redesigned legal technology and managed services space, has joined the company as its head of solutions. He comes to Factor directly from EY Law, where he recently led its global law innovation and technology efforts. Sohn's unique experience includes practicing as a lawyer, pioneering the buildout of scaled legal delivery, and as a product manager, launching new technology and managed services. This array of experience combines into an unparalleled level of expertise anywhere in the industry.
"We are thrilled to welcome Ed to Factor as we continue to assemble a top leadership team that embodies our culture as we aim to be the industry's leading New Law company," said Varun Mehta, CEO at Factor. "As large enterprises and legal departments navigate massive new burdens related to the COVID crisis—particularly in contracting—the need for meaningful innovation and advanced technology has never been greater and the stakes have never been higher. Ed is uniquely grounded in product management for the legal services and technology space, and he has the vision and passion to take our company and our clients to the next level."