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Legal Innovation Spotlight is a fireside chat series that shines a light on the latest trends and advancements in legal innovation. Each episode is hosted by Infodash and features a guest who is an expert in their field, sharing their insights and experiences with legal technology, innovation, and knowledge management. Legal Innovation Spotlight is the perfect podcast for professionals in Knowledge Management, Innovation, and Technology who are looking to stay informed and ahead of the curve.
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Ted sits down with David McCarville, Director at Fennemore Craig, P.C., to discuss how AI, R&D, and alternative business models are reshaping the legal industry. From implementing alternative fee arrangements to creating playbooks that train the next generation of attorneys, David shares his expertise in innovation, governance, and client-focused solutions. With insights on balancing work-life culture while driving technological change, this conversation offers law professionals a practical look at the future of legal services.
Ted sits down with Lev Loukhton, Legal Tech Investor at GrayHair Venture Partners, to discuss how AI and digital transformation are reshaping the legal profession. From automating due diligence to challenging the partnership model, Lev shares his expertise in corporate law, innovation, and investing in legal technology. With insights on cultural resistance, client-driven demands, and the rise of AI-native firms, this conversation helps law professionals understand the shifts redefining the future of legal services.
Ted sits down with Ben Chiriboga, Chief Growth Officer at Nexl, to discuss how storytelling, business thinking, and technology are reshaping the legal profession. From his journey from practicing law to leading in legal tech, to the rise of AI and agentic workflows, Ben shares his expertise in growth strategy, innovation, and career development. With insights on why law is in a “time between worlds,” this conversation challenges legal professionals to rethink how they adapt, lead, and grow in the future of law.
Ted sits down with Patrick DiDomenico and Kevin Klein, Co-Founders of Legal Tech Connect, to discuss the evolution of legal technology, innovation, and the launch of their new Innovators and Investors event. From building the KM&I Conference to bridging the gap between law firms, vendors, and investors, Patrick and Kevin share their expertise in community building, knowledge management, and legal tech strategy. With candid insights on AI hype, shifting market dynamics, and the power of collaboration, this conversation gives law professionals a clear view of where legal innovation is headed.
Ted sits down with Usman Sheikh, Managing Director at High Output Ventures, to discuss how technology, AI, and market pressures are reshaping professional services and law firms. From the collapse of information arbitrage to the limitations of the partnership model, Usman shares his expertise in entrepreneurship, consulting, and building scalable businesses. With insights on consolidation, new business models, and the future of knowledge work, this conversation offers law professionals a clear view of the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Ted sits down with Ray Sun, Tech Lawyer at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, to discuss the global landscape of AI regulation and its impact on the future of law. From building the Global AI Regulation Tracker to unpacking the contrasting AI policies of China and the U.S., Ray shares his expertise in technology law and policy. With insights on how AI regulation is becoming a geopolitical battleground, this conversation helps law professionals understand the opportunities and risks shaping legal practice in an AI-driven world.
Ted sits down with Sarah Thompson, Chief Product Officer at BlueStar, to discuss how AI and M365 are transforming legal investigations and eDiscovery. From solving the modern attachment problem to integrating subject matter expertise into AI workflows, Sarah shares her expertise in building custom, defensible solutions for complex legal data challenges. With insights on accelerating case resolution and preparing for AI’s impact on legal roles, this conversation gives law professionals practical strategies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field.
Ted sits down with Gordon Crenshaw, Partner at The LegalTech Fund, to discuss the future of legal services, Law Firm 2.0, and the market forces reshaping the industry. From the challenges of innovation in traditional law firms to the role of AI, private capital, and consolidation, Gordon shares his expertise in legal tech investment and market strategy. With insights on what makes startups succeed and how technology is redefining legal infrastructure, this conversation gives law professionals a clear view of the opportunities and risks ahead.
Ted sits down with Kara Peterson, Co-founder at Descrybe.ai, to discuss the future of legal research, open-source legal data, and the role of AI in democratizing access to the law. From the challenges of building usable tools to the need for independent benchmarking, Kara shares her expertise in legal tech strategy, marketing, and innovation. With insights on navigating underserved markets and cutting through the AI hype, this conversation offers legal professionals a grounded look at what it really takes to build impactful, trustworthy legal tech.
Ted sits down with Alex Baker, Founder at Legal Tech Collective, to discuss how law firms can build scalable, tech-enabled legal services in an AI-driven world. From the limitations of the partnership model to the power of starting small, Alex shares his expertise in legal tech, productization, and innovation strategy. With real-world insights on navigating risk, aligning incentives, and leveraging internal knowledge, this conversation offers law professionals a practical roadmap for staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
Ted sits down with Jan Van Hoecke, VP of Product Management and AI Services at iManage, to discuss the evolving role of AI in legal technology and knowledge management. From early breakthroughs in engineering to real-world applications in law firms, Jan shares his expertise in building practical, scalable AI solutions. With insights on data quality, hybrid search, and why legal teams must rethink innovation, this conversation offers law professionals a grounded look at how AI can truly transform their work.
Ted sits down with Guy Alvarez, CEO & Founder of Alvarez AI Advisors, to discuss how law firms can overcome cultural barriers and embrace AI-driven innovation. From rethinking the billable hour to building a proactive client experience, Guy shares his expertise in legal tech adoption and firm strategy. Exploring how small changes can drive big shifts, this conversation will help legal professionals navigate the challenges of transformation while staying true to their core values.
Ted sits down with Kevin Frazier, AI Innovation and Law Fellow at the University of Texas School of Law, to discuss the evolving role of AI in legal education and regulation. From the challenges of state-level AI laws to the importance of building true AI literacy, Kevin shares his expertise in emerging tech policy and legal innovation. Highlighting why knowledge diffusion matters as much as the tech itself, this conversation is a must-listen for legal professionals navigating the future of law in an AI-driven world.
Ted sits down with Jordan Furlong, Legal Market Analyst and Strategic Consultant, to discuss the future of law firms in an era defined by AI and market disruption. From breaking down the limitations of the traditional partnership model to forecasting how legal service delivery will evolve, Jordan shares his expertise in business model innovation and legal industry transformation. With thought-provoking insights into how firms can adapt, or risk irrelevance, this conversation challenges legal professionals to rethink what it means to deliver value in the modern legal marketplace.
Ted sits down with Moiz Shirazi, Founder & CEO of Scorealytics, to discuss the future of legal intelligence and data-driven decision-making in law firms. From AI integration to overcoming structural barriers like the partnership model, Moiz shares his expertise in legal tech innovation and enterprise data strategy. Exploring how better data hygiene and scalable cloud solutions can reduce risk and unlock opportunity, this conversation offers valuable guidance for legal professionals looking to stay competitive in an increasingly tech-forward industry.
Ted sits down with Rodney Harrison, Shareholder at Ogletree Deakins and Co-Chair of the firm’s Innovation Council, to discuss how law firms can embrace innovation while navigating the unique demands of labor and employment law. From measuring ROI beyond profits to leveraging AI and data analytics for better service delivery, Rodney shares his expertise in driving practical, client-focused change within a large firm environment. Highlighting the cultural shifts required to turn cost into investment, this conversation offers law professionals a grounded look at what it really takes to innovate at scale.
Ted sits down with Anastasia Boyko, Legal Futurist and Product Evangelist at Filevine, to discuss the future of legal services and the cultural shifts needed to drive true innovation. From rethinking legal education to embracing alternative business structures, Anastasia shares her expertise in legal operations, lawyer leadership, and change management. With thought-provoking insights like “We focus a lot on lawyers, not clients,” this conversation challenges law professionals to reconsider how they deliver value in a rapidly evolving industry.
Ted sits down with Mark Smolik, Chief Legal Officer at DHL Supply Chain Americas, to discuss the future of client-centric legal services. From leveraging AI to drive efficiency to rethinking traditional law firm pricing models, Mark shares his expertise in legal operations and corporate strategy. Highlighting the widening gap between law firm innovation efforts and client expectations, this conversation challenges legal professionals to rethink how they deliver value and adapt to a rapidly evolving marketplace.
Ted sits down with Dan Szabo, Senior Director of Innovation at Davis Wright Tremaine, to discuss how AI is reshaping the delivery of legal services. From coding in Baghdad to leading one of the industry’s most forward-thinking legal tech teams, Dan shares his expertise in designing tools that integrate seamlessly into legal workflows. With insights on proactive AI, culture change, and preparing firms for a tech-driven future, this conversation is a must-listen for legal professionals navigating digital transformation.
Ted sits down with Richard Tromans, Founder of Artificial Lawyer, to discuss the evolution of legal innovation and what real transformation in the industry looks like. From breaking free of “innovation theatre” to aligning people, process, and technology, Richard shares his expertise in legal tech, change management, and industry disruption. With sharp insights into how law firms can shift from legacy models to forward-thinking strategies, this conversation offers practical guidance for legal professionals navigating the future of law.
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