Myka Hopgood Recognized as a Legal Innovation Leader in 2025 vLex Fastcase 50 Awards

Dykema is proud to announce that the firm's Chief Knowledge Management and Innovation Officer, Myka Hopgood, was recognized as a “Legal Innovation Leader” in the 2025 vLex Fastcase 50 Awards.

According to vLex, “this year’s honorees represent the engineering minds, visionary leaders, and fearless implementers who are not just witnessing a revolution in law – they’re creating it.” The organization also states, "These professionals have engineered solutions that transform how lawyers research, analyze documents, serve clients, and deliver legal outcomes."

For 14 years, the vLex Fastcase 50 has served as a prestigious innovation recognition program for the legal industry. It began as an effort to spotlight unsung heroes and has evolved into what legal technology journalist Bob Ambrogi calls “probably the best-available roster of those who are leading the charge on innovation in law.”

“This year’s honorees embody a fearless spirit of innovation,” said Ed Walters, Chief Strategy Officer at vLex and Fastcase co-founder. “They’re not just early adopters – they’re the architects of our profession’s future. Whether they’re developing intelligent legal assistants, implementing enterprise AI strategies, or establishing ethical frameworks for responsible innovation, these leaders understand that the best technology is engineered specifically for lawyers, by people who deeply understand the law. As with past years’ honorees, the 2025 class is an inspiration for all of us.”

About vLex

vLex has pioneered legal intelligence and AI-powered research since its founding in Barcelona in 2000. By combining the world's most extensive legal database with cutting-edge AI, vLex has redefined how legal professionals access, analyze, and apply knowledge, setting new standards for precision and efficiency across the legal industry. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, and serving customers in over 110 countries, vLex is continuously advancing the boundaries of what's possible for lawyers. Discover the future of legal research and practice at www.vlex.com.