Legal Innovation Spotlight

Ted sits down with Jason L. Brown, President and CEO of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC), to discuss how AI adoption and shifting power dynamics are reshaping the relationship between law firms and corporate legal departments. From the growing pressure to demonstrate the value of technology investments to rethinking legal pricing and client relationships, Jason shares his expertise in corporate legal leadership, legal innovation, and the evolving expectations of in-house counsel. As corporate legal departments become more sophisticated buyers of legal services, this conversation explores how law firms can embrace transparency, strengthen client partnerships, and adapt their business models to deliver the efficiency and value clients increasingly demand.

Ted sits down with Marc-Henri Chamay, Chair and Co-Founder of aosphere, to discuss productizing legal expertise and building scalable legal tech businesses. From the growing importance of high-quality data in AI to developing dedicated teams and effective go-to-market strategies, Marc-Henri shares his expertise in legal technology, subscription-based products, and business transformation. Drawing on his experience building aosphere inside Allen & Overy and eventually carving it out as an independent business, this conversation explores what it takes to turn legal expertise into a sustainable product and what law firm leaders can learn from that journey.

Ted sits down with Bert Bries, Head of Innovation, Knowledge, and Technology at CMS Netherlands, to discuss the build versus buy debate in legal tech and how AI is changing the way firms approach technology and service delivery. From the opportunities and limitations of vibe coding to reengineering legal workflows for an agentic future, Bert shares his expertise in innovation, technology strategy, and process improvement. As building software becomes easier but operating it remains complex, this conversation explores how law firms can make smarter technology decisions and build the processes needed for sustainable AI transformation.

Ted sits down with Mike Schmidtberger, Chairman & Partner at Norm Law LLP, to discuss the rise of AI-native law firms and how they could reshape legal service delivery. From more than 35 years in Big Law leadership to helping build a law firm around AI from the ground up, Mike shares his expertise in legal practice, firm strategy, and innovation. As experienced lawyers pair their expertise with autonomous AI agents, this conversation explores what AI-native models could mean for competition, pricing, client relationships, and the future of legal services.

Ted sits down with Akber Datoo, Founder and CEO of D2 Legal Technology, to discuss the legal industry’s data problem, AI adoption, and the evolving role of lawyers in solving business problems. From his experience as both a technologist and lawyer in financial services to advising organizations on legal data and transformation, Akber shares his expertise in data governance, legal technology, and AI. As AI exposes the weaknesses of poor data and outdated processes, this conversation explores why legal organizations must strengthen their foundations to deliver greater value and compete in the future of legal services.

Ted sits down with Bjarne Tellmann, CEO of FjordStream Advisors, to discuss AI-ready legal departments, client-driven disruption, and the future of law firms in the AI era. From leading legal transformation at global organizations to advising businesses on AI strategy and innovation, Bjarne shares his expertise in legal operations, digital transformation, and organizational leadership. As clients rapidly embrace AI and reshape expectations for legal services, this conversation offers valuable insights for legal professionals preparing for the next generation of the industry.

Ted sits down with Lucía Elizalde-Bulanti, Director of Behavioral Innovation at Dechert LLP, to discuss the role of human behavior in AI adoption, behavioral innovation, and the future of organizational change in the legal industry. From practicing law for more than two decades to pioneering behavioral innovation at a global law firm, Lucía shares her expertise in behavioral science, leadership, and building organizations that can successfully adapt to emerging technologies. As law firms race to embrace AI, this conversation explores why lasting transformation depends on changing people and culture, not just implementing new technology.

Ted sits down with Oz Benamram, Founder of SKILLS.Law, to discuss how AI is reshaping law firm strategy, the future of legal service delivery, and the organizational changes firms must make to stay competitive. From knowledge management and process engineering to change management and client-centric innovation, Oz shares his expertise in legal transformation and strategic leadership. As the legal industry enters a new era of AI-driven disruption, this conversation offers a practical roadmap for law professionals preparing their firms for what’s next.

Ted sits down with Bill Bice, CEO of Zebraworks, to discuss the impact of AI on law firm operations, the evolution of legal practice management, and the role of data and process optimization in driving firm performance. From building pioneering legal technology companies to applying AI to billing, collections, and business operations, Bill shares his expertise in legal tech, knowledge management, and practice management systems. As firms look beyond legal work to unlock new efficiencies and competitive advantages, this conversation offers valuable insight for law professionals navigating the future of the business of law.

Ted sits down with Reena SenGupta, Executive Director at RSGI, to discuss the evolution of legal innovation, the impact of generative AI on law firms, and the future of legal services. From two decades of analyzing the legal sector to exploring how firms are adapting to rapid technological change, Reena shares her expertise in legal market trends and transformation. As AI accelerates innovation and challenges traditional models, this conversation offers valuable insight for law professionals navigating the next era of the industry.

Ted sits down with Aalia Manie, Partner at Webber Wentzel, to discuss legal innovation in South Africa, the impact of AI on legal services, and the importance of culture and relationships in driving change. From launching an applied AI and innovation subsidiary to advising clients and tech vendors, Aalia shares her expertise in integrating law, technology, and operations. As AI reshapes demand and introduces new risks, this conversation offers valuable insight for law professionals navigating a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

Ted sits down with Ryan Walker, CEO and Founder at General Legal, to discuss the rise of AI native law firms, the evolution of legal service delivery, and the impact of AI on the future structure of law firms. From building CoCounsel at Casetext to launching an AI native firm through Y Combinator, Ryan shares his expertise in legal AI, workflow transformation, and technology-driven legal services. As firms face growing pressure to modernize and clients demand faster, more tech-enabled experiences, this conversation offers valuable insight for law professionals navigating the next era of legal practice.

Ted sits down with Elisabet Hardy, Chief Product Officer at Elite, to discuss the evolution of cloud adoption in legal, the impact of AI on law firm operations, and the importance of data strategy. From navigating the shift from on-prem systems to SaaS platforms to tackling data hygiene challenges, Elisabet shares her expertise in legal technology and product innovation. As AI becomes embedded into everyday workflows, this conversation offers practical insight for law professionals building more scalable, tech-enabled firms.