Ted Theodoropoulos brings together voices from across legal operations, law firms, technology companies, and the access-to-justice community to explore how AI is reshaping the delivery and business of law. From rethinking lawyer training and workflow automation to improving client experience and expanding access to legal services, this recap episode offers a grounded look at how firms can prepare today for an AI-enabled future.

Ted Theodoropoulos brings together insights from legal leaders, technologists, and educators to explore how AI is reshaping the practice, delivery, and business of law. From knowledge management and client experience to legal training and access to justice, this recap episode highlights where AI is creating real value and where human judgment still matters most. Featuring perspectives from across the legal innovation ecosystem, the conversation offers a grounded look at what law firms need to rethink as they prepare for an AI-enabled future.

Ted sits down with Kyle Poe, Vice President of Legal Innovation & Strategy at Legora, to discuss how AI is transforming both the practice and business of law. From his transition out of Big Law to helping firms navigate AI-driven change, Kyle shares his expertise in legal innovation, analytics, and technology-enabled service delivery. With candid insights on client expectations and differentiation in an AI-powered market, this conversation offers practical guidance for law professionals preparing for what’s next.

Ted sits down with Shruti Ajitsaria, Partner and Head of Fuse at A&O Shearman, to discuss how law firms can collaborate more effectively with legal tech startups and turn innovation into long-term strategic value. From designing a global incubator model to evaluating tools that solve real client problems, Shruti shares her expertise in legal innovation, startup partnerships, and client engagement. With practical insights on social proof, selection discipline, and trust, this conversation offers law professionals a clear framework for leading legal tech change rather than chasing it.

Ted sits down with Ned Gannon, Co-Founder, CEO and GC at Coheso, to discuss how in-house legal teams are adopting AI native workflows and rethinking the way corporate legal work gets done. From the shift in corporate legal spend to the challenges of change management and measuring ROI, Ned shares his expertise in legal operations, workflow design and AI enabled productivity. With insights on orchestration layers, agentic capabilities and data driven decision making, this conversation helps law professionals understand what the future of modern in-house legal teams will require.

Ted sits down with Dom Conte, Co-Founder at Purple, to discuss why law firms struggle to innovate and what it really takes to build an AI-first legal organization. From cultural resistance and the “lawyer mindset” to the build-vs-buy dilemma and the power of firm-owned data, Dom shares his expertise in legaltech product development and AI-driven workflows. With a candid look at how junior lawyers, leadership, and data strategy shape the future of innovation, this conversation helps law professionals rethink how meaningful change actually happens inside firms.

Ted sits down with Ben Allgrove, Chief Innovation Officer at Baker McKenzie, to discuss how AI and innovation are redefining the business of law and reshaping what clients value most. From navigating new pricing models to developing the next generation of legal talent, Ben shares his expertise in strategy, technology, and organizational transformation. With insights on the orchestration layer of legal services and the rise of challenger firms, this conversation helps law professionals understand how to compete and thrive in the age of AI.

Ted sits down with Hayley Stillwell, Associate Professor, and Sean Harrington, Director of Technology and Innovation at the University of Oklahoma College of Law, to discuss how AI is reshaping legal judgment, education, and the “reasonable juror” standard. From their mock jury study “Michael Scott Is Not a Juror” to exploring bias in AI and the future of legal specialization, Hayley and Sean share their expertise in law, data, and innovation. With insights on how AI can both challenge and enhance human judgment, this conversation invites law professionals to rethink how technology is redefining the future of justice.

Ted sits down with Jessica Frank, Director of Justice Initiatives at Free Law Project, to discuss how technology, open data, and collaboration are helping close the justice gap. From developing the Litigant Portal to advocating for open court data and accessibility, Jessica shares her expertise in legal innovation and access to justice. With insights on how AI and user-centered design can make the courts more equitable, this conversation inspires law professionals to think beyond tradition and toward systemic change.

Ted sits down with David Perla, Vice Chair at Burford Capital, to discuss how Managed Service Organizations (MSOs) are reshaping the legal industry and what they mean for the future of law firm innovation. From the evolution of capital structures to the cultural challenges of modernization, David shares his expertise in legal finance, entrepreneurship, and business transformation. With insights on how technology, investment, and client demand are converging, this conversation gives law professionals a fresh perspective on staying competitive.