Howard Dubner and Larry Czaplewski of Gann Law Books join host Meg McCormick Hoerner on the NJ Criminal Podcast YouTube channel & https://njcriminalpodcast.com for an in-depth discussion on the evolution of legal research, New Jersey law publishing, and the future of authoritative legal commentary in the AI era.
Founded in 1936 in Newark, New Jersey, Gann Law Books has become one of the most recognized legal publishing organizations serving New Jersey attorneys, judges, and law firms. In this episode, Howard and Larry discuss the history of Gann, the transition from physical law libraries to digital legal research systems, and the meticulous editorial process behind Gann’s trusted legal publications.
The conversation explores:
• The origins and growth of Gann Law Books
• How New Jersey legal research evolved before and after the internet
• The editorial workflow behind New Jersey Court Rules and legal commentary
• Why contextual legal analysis still matters in the AI age
• The launch of Gann’s new online Criminal and Civil Model Jury Charge products
• Concerns about AI “hallucinations” in legal research
• How multiple editors and authors collaborate to maintain accuracy and authority
Howard Dubner also explains why law firms increasingly rely on continuously updated online legal research tools instead of static printed materials, while still valuing the familiarity and structure of traditional books.
For attorneys practicing in New Jersey, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the legal publishing systems that shape everyday motion practice, litigation strategy, trial preparation, and legal education throughout the state.
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