Notes to My Legal Self®

What happens when you’re building a company while managing mental illness? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self, we continue our Future Belongs to Builders series with a deeply personal and empowering conversation, “Building Companies With Mental Illness,” featuring Collin Williams, founder and chairman of New Era ADR. Collin shares his journey as a lawyer turned entrepreneur, offering inva...

What happens when legal tech gets too helpful? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self, we kick off our new series, The Future Belongs to Builders, by exploring the fine line between legal information and legal advice. In “Too Helpful? What is the Line Between UPL and Legal Information?” Erin Levine, CEO of Hello Divorce, and Quinten Steenhuis, legal tech expert at Suffolk Law School and found...

AI and Environmental Sustainability: Can AI Shape a Greener Future? 🌿 How can AI shape a greener future? 🌿 Join us for a special episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self featuring the remarkable Pamela Isom, founder and CEO of Izabayte Consulting. With over 30 years of experience in AI, cybersecurity, and systems engineering, Pamela focuses on leveraging AI for sustainability and corporate governance...

Are you ready to explore the intersection of law and technology? In this insightful episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self , join Laura Jeffords Greenberg, Senior Legal Director at Worksome and Prompt Engineer, for an in-depth discussion on the future of legal practice and how generative AI (genAI) is reshaping the legal landscape. In "The Future of Legal: Will Prompting Be Required?" Laura...

Are you ready to uncover the real impact of AI on the legal field? Join us for a special episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self , AI Insights LIVE , where we explore the transformative potential of AI in the legal profession with our esteemed guest, Professor Daniel Schwarcz! In this episode, titled "Beyond the Hype: Empirical Evidence on the Impact of AI in the Law," Professor Schwarcz, an...

Curious about the explosive growth of AI and its profound impact on the legal industry? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self , we dive deep into the transformative power of AI with our special guest, Cat Casey, a pioneering advocate of AI in the legal space for over two decades. As part of Cat's roadshow for her new book, Legal Operations in the Age of AI and Data , we explore how the A...

Curious about how to build your own legal tech product? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self , we dive deep into the world of legal tech innovation with our special guest, Horace Wu, the founder and CEO of Syntheia. Titled "How to Build Your LLM Product in Five Easy Steps," this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in leveraging AI and machine learning to create cutting-...

How can AI transform the way we build and sustain legal communities? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self—AI Insights , we explore the innovative potential of AI tools in revolutionizing community-building within the legal sector. Titled "AI Unites: Crafting the Next-Gen Legal Community—Connect, Empower, Transform," this episode promises insights that could reshape the landscape o...

How can law firms safely integrate AI while managing the associated risks? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self , we explore the role of artificial intelligence in law firm risk management with our special guest, Jeff Cunningham. Together, we examine the potential benefits and challenges of using AI tools like ChatGPT in legal practice and discuss practical strategies for maintaining ethica...

Are you navigating the rapid currents of AI in legal practice? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self, we dive deep into the essential skills needed to thrive as the legal profession undergoes a technological revolution. Our guest, Sam Moore, shares his expertise on how to bridge the gap between traditional legal skills and the new competencies required in an AI-enhanced world. As AI continue...

How will lawyers make money in a world where AI can do in minutes what used to take hours? In this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self, we dive into the transformative effects of Large Language Models (LLMs) on legal practice with our special guest, Damien Riehl. Together, we explore the profound changes LLMs are bringing to the traditional hourly billing model and discuss how the legal industry c...

Welcome to Season 9 of Notes to My (Legal) Self, the podcast where we explore the critical issues shaping the future of the legal profession. In this season opener, titled "It's Actually Not About the AI," we're thrilled to host Jordan Furlong, a renowned legal sector analyst and forecaster. Together, we dig deep into the challenges that extend far beyond the shiny allure of gene...

Join us for an engaging episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self featuring the formidable Justin Wales, Head of Legal for the Americas at Crypto.com. Dive deep into the world of crypto law and discover a path less traveled in the legal profession. Justin Wales, one of the nation’s top crypto lawyers, shares his unique journey in the legal landscape, focusing on the revolutionary world of crypto, DeFi,...

Join us for an enlightening episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self with Robert Chesnut, former General Counsel and Chief Ethics Officer at Airbnb. Discover the critical role of integrity in business—a strategy that goes beyond charitable contributions to become a cornerstone of corporate success. Robert Chesnut, a Harvard Law graduate who pioneered trust and safety at eBay and shaped the ethical fram...

Join us for an engaging episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self featuring the distinguished Harry Borovick, General Counsel at Luminance and lecturer at the University of Law, London. Harry recently contributed to the pivotal discussion on Legal Operations in the Age of Data and AI, bringing a unique blend of academic and practical expertise to the table. In this session, Harry guides us through the e...

Are you ready to supercharge your professional growth and expand your network? Join us for an inspiring episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self with the remarkable Brittany Becker, Marketing & Product Counsel at Redfin. Brittany's journey in the legal world is a testament to her unique ability to balance a demanding career while nurturing deep client relationships, fostering friendships beyond...

Ever wondered how the landscape of legal technology has transformed over the past three decades? Dive into this episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self for an enlightening conversation with Marla Crawford, General Counsel at Simplify. Marla was at the forefront of the e-discovery revolution, witnessing firsthand the monumental shifts that have reshaped the legal profession. In this episode, Marla shar...

In this episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self, dive into the captivating world of Large Language Models (LLMs) with legal expert Damien Riehl. Explore how LLMs are transforming the landscape of idea extraction and generation, and the intricate legal challenges they pose. Expect an engaging discussion on the significant lawsuits against LLM companies, such as NY Times v. Microsoft/OpenAI and Doe v. G...

Ever wondered what magic unfolds when the precision of law meets the innovation of technology? Discover the secrets behind successful collaborations driving the tech industry forward in this episode of Notes to My (Legal) Self, featuring Laura Jeffords Greenberg, Senior Director of Legal at Worksome. Together, we explore the art of communication between legal experts and developers, unveiling stra...

In this episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self, join experts Humira Noorestani and Kassi Burns as they navigate the complex world of AI governance and risk management. As AI becomes an integral part of our daily lives, understanding its implications is crucial, especially for in-house legal teams. This session unpacks the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) AI Risk Management...

Ever wondered how to stay ahead in the rapidly changing world of corporate law? Tune in to an eye-opening episode with the innovative Peter Connor, Founder & CEO of AlternativelyLegal, as he delves into "The Future of In-House Legal Mastery: Becoming a T-Shaped Lawyer." Peter introduces a transformative approach that redefines success and effectiveness for in-house lawyers, general c...

In this episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self, you’ll dive into the future of justice as we sit down with Judge Scott U. Schlegel, a trailblazer in integrating artificial intelligence into legal proceedings. With a career marked by innovation and a dedication to improving the justice system, Judge Schlegel shares his insights on how AI is transforming the courtroom, from digitizing court calendars t...

Did you know that the legal ecosystem is as unpredictable as the weather? One day it's sunny, and the next, there's a new opportunity cloud on the horizon. In this latest episode of Notes to my (Legal) Self, we explore this dynamic landscape with Adam Becker, Director of Legal Operations at Cockroach Labs and a proud CLOC Board Member. When Adam graduated from law school, the roles he exce...

Step into the intricate world of AI risk management with Kassi Burns and Olga Mack as they unpack the complexities of the EU AI Act. In this episode, we delve deep into the criteria that categorize AI systems into high and mid-level risks and the significant implications these categorizations have on AI development and deployment. Join us as we explore: AI Risk Assessment: Understand how AI system...

Ever felt like your career path is more of a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' book than a straight line? In this episode of Notes to my Legal Self, we delve into the fascinating journey of Flavia Naves and how she transformed her LLB into a thriving legal career in the United States. Picture this: You've aced your Bar Exam, conquered legal battles in your home country, and now you're re...