Generative AI and the State of the Industry: Insight from Legal Tech Leaders

Hey there Legal Rebels! 👋
As one of the co-founders of the American Legal Technology Awards (americanlegalt...) , I sometimes get a front row seat to see and hear some amazing things. Last month was one of those times. My friend and fellow co-founder, Patrick Palace, interviewed some very knowledgeable people about the impact that generative AI (GenAI) is having on the legal industry.
If you want to stay ahead of the curve and understand how artificial intelligence is transforming the legal industry, you need to watch this webinar. Featuring a panel of experts from leading legal industry leading companies like Clio (www.clio.com/) , ARAG (www.araglegal....) , GNGF (gngf.com/) , and Affinipay (www.affinipay....) , this discussion offers unique insights into the challenges and opportunities that GenAI presents for law firms, legal professionals, and clients.
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Navigating the AI Revolution in Law: Insights from Legal Tech Leaders
Join me for an illuminating panel discussion featuring legal industry leaders share their insights on the transformative impact GenAI is having on the legal profession.
In this thought-provoking webinar, "State of the Industry," hosted by Patrick Palace, Co-founder of the the American Legal Technology Awards, you'll hear from Joshua Lenon (Clio), Ann Cosimano (ARAG), Mark Homer (GNGF), and Dru Armstrong (Affinipay). These experts dive deep into the current state of AI adoption in the legal industry, discussing the opportunities, challenges, and strategies for law firms navigating this rapidly evolving landscape.
The panelists explore critical topics such as the growing interest in AI among lawyers and clients, the importance of building trust when implementing AI solutions, and the need for law firms to invest in comprehensive technology strategies. They also share their predictions for the future of the legal industry, touching on potential changes in fee structures, the communication of legal services' value, and the expansion of access to justice. The host, Patrick Palace, leaves no stone unturned.
This panel is a must-watch for anyone interested in the intersection of law and technology, providing valuable perspectives on how legal professionals can prepare for and thrive in a future where GenAI plays an increasingly central role. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from some of the most influential voices in the legal technology community based on their real world experience.
First, A Little Background
It’s important to understand that each speaker has a different point of view to offer, and that is what makes this State of the Industry panel something that is so valuable and why it is so well-attended each year. Just in case you’re not familiar with the speakers and their companies, let me give you a little introduction:
Dru Armstrong is the CEO of AffiniPay, the parent company of LawPay and MyCase. LawPay is the leading payments solution for lawyers and MyCase is a leading case management solution for lawyers. Affinipay has also acquired several businesses to align with its goal of streamlining professionals’ financial transactions.
Ann Cosimano is the General Counsel of ARAG. ARAG is an international legal insurance company. They provide an affordable legal plan to employees of leading companies to handle their everyday legal needs. ARAG accomplishes this through a network of 15,000+ attorneys in the US.
Joshua Lenon is the Lawyer in Residence of Clio. Clio is an extraordinarily successful case management solution. They help lawyers to keep their law practice organized and running smoothly. Clio annually publishes a Legal Trends Report detailing lawyers’ business practices with rich insights from data and they host the Clio Cloud Conference with amazing speakers.
Mark Homer is the CEO of GNGF, a leading law firm marketing agency and the author of the #1 best selling book on Digital Marketing for Law Firms. GNGF was recently acquired by Scorpion, a leading provider of digital marketing and technology solutions for local businesses.
So, as you can see, each of them really knows their stuff, and from a different perspective: insurance, finance, marketing, and operations. They are not “thought leaders” who haven’t done it in real life.
Presentation Summaries:
Joshua Lenon, Clio
Joshua focused on the impact of artificial intelligence on efficiency in the legal profession. He shared statistics from Clio's 2023 Legal Trends Report, which showed that both lawyers and clients are interested in using AI to improve efficie...