Podcast

Ted sits down with Mark Smolik, Chief Legal Officer of DHL Supply Chain Americas, to discuss how legal departments are driving innovation—and what law firms are getting wrong. From AI adoption and data-driven efficiency to client-centric pricing models and alternative business structures, Mark shares candid insights from the buyer’s perspective.

Ted sits down with Dan Szabo, Senior Director of Innovation at Davis Wright Tremaine, to discuss how proactive AI, R&D, and cultural shifts are shaping the future of legal services. They explore the challenges law firms face when adopting new technologies, how leadership and user experience play a critical role in innovation, and why the firms that embrace change will come out ahead.

Ted sits down with Richard Tromans, founder of Artificial Lawyer and legal tech expert, to discuss why innovation in law is more about people than technology, how the Big Four are (and aren’t) disrupting legal services, and the cultural and structural challenges law firms face in adapting to change.

Ted sits down with Katrina Dittmer, Director of Legal Technology at Eversheds Sutherland (US), to discuss the evolution of legal collaboration tools, the growing impact of Microsoft 365, and how firms can better navigate the shift to cloud-based solutions.

Ted sits down with Ben Wightwick, Chief Commercial Officer at Autologyx, to explore the evolution of extranets in legal tech, the growing demand for financial transparency, and why the term “extranet” may be due for retirement.

Ted sits down with Ryan McDonough, Head of Software Engineering at KPMG Law, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal landscape. They explore the real-world challenges of implementing AI in law firms, the importance of building meaningful benchmarks, and how KPMG is using its global scale to drive innovation and efficiency in legal services.

Ted sits down with Justin McCallon, CEO & Founder of Callidus Legal AI, to discuss how AI is transforming legal workflows, the challenges law firms face in AI adoption, and the importance of model selection. They explore high-value AI use cases, strategies for building trust in AI tools, and how firms can balance efficiency gains with traditional billing models.

Ted sits down with Debbie Foster, CEO of Affinity Consulting, to discuss the evolving landscape of law firm management, the challenges posed by the Big Four and alternative legal service providers, and why traditional law firm business models need to adapt.

Ted sits down with Keith Maziarek, Director of Pricing and Legal Project Management at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, to explore the evolving legal industry and the intersection of law and business. They discuss the impact of the Big Four on traditional law firms, the challenges of innovation in a partnership model, and the role of technology in shaping the future of legal services.

Ted sits down with Nikki Korson, Practice Manager (Global), Complex Litigation & Arbitration at Paul Hastings, to discuss the evolving role of non-lawyers in law firm leadership, the impact of technology on legal operations, and the shifting cultural dynamics within the industry.