What happens when a top litigation firm lets lawyers truly experiment with AI?

In this episode, Jen and Bridget sit down with Jen Reeves and Chris Kercher of Quinn Emanuel to explore how one of the world’s top law firms is embracing AI from the inside out. From launching a grassroots Skunk Works group to using Claude and ChatGPT in high-stakes litigation, they share how culture, leadership, and curiosity are driving real results. Perfect for lawyers, tech leaders, and anyone wondering how AI is actually being used in practice today.

Episode Highlights

(2:17) AI Aha! Moments: ChatGPT Planned the Roadtrip and Made the Punchlist.

(5:13) How Quinn Emanuel Built an AI Culture That Stuck

(15:40) The Mindset Shift That Unlocks AI Use

(23:54) AI for Small Firms: Where to Start and What to Skip

Topics include:

– Building an AI culture without mandates

– Using Claude to manage real litigation workflows

– Why context beats prompts

– Advice for small firms and solos

– How AI is making law more fun (and faster)

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