The Legal AI Show
Deep dives into the LegalTech stack — Harvey, Legora, and others — and how they're shifting the billable-hour model.
14 episodes curated
Episodes
Keeping Legal AI Real, with Alex Herrity of adidas
What if we’re chasing the wrong problem? As it turns out, it’s not so much about getting agents ready – it’s about getting ourselves ready to benefit from them. In this episode of Meeting of the Minds – The Legal AI Podcast, Hal Marcus and Memme Onwudiwe sit down with Alex Herrity, Legal Operations Leader at adidas, to explore the strategies and frameworks that unlock transformation and capability for legal teams in the long run. What You'll Learn: How to articulate what you actually want an AI agent to do before building or buying one Why simplifying processes before automating them is non-ne
6 Legal AI Themes for 2026, with Workday CLO Rich Sauer
How can legal leaders transition from the "Department of No" to the "Department of Growth"? In this milestone episode of Meeting of the Minds – The Legal AI Podcast, Hal Marcus and Memme Onwudiwe sit down with Workday’s Chief Legal Officer, Rich Sauer, to reflect on a year of explosive AI growth and project the trends for 2026. From his 20-year tenure at Microsoft to leading legal at Workday, Rich provides a masterclass on balancing innovation with responsibility. What You'll Learn: The Three Pillars of Modern Legal: How Workday organizes its legal team around driving growth, protecting the br
AI, IP, and the Copyright Clash, with Kimberley Odums of IEEE
How can AI shape AND be shaped by the law? In this episode of Meeting of the Minds – The Legal AI Podcast, hosts Hal Marcus and Memme Onwudiwe welcome Kimberley Odums, Senior Counsel of Intellectual Property and AI at IEEE and founder of Lawyers Learn AI, to explore the intersection of legal innovation and artificial intelligence through a futuristic lens. What You'll Learn: How to position yourself as a Legal AI expert on your team by staying informed on critical AI developments Why the New York Times v. OpenAI case matters beyond just the case of publishing Why the $1.5 billion Anthropic set
When AI is Exhilarating, with Brooks Hall
Join hosts Hal Marcus and Memme Onwudiwe as they speak with Brooks Hall, Legal Operations Manager at Human Interest, about driving AI adoption in legal departments. From gradual implementation to weekly “AI jam sessions,” Brooks reveals strategies for building trust, improving workflows, and fostering innovation. Discover how to integrate AI responsibly while maintaining oversight and efficiency. What You'll Learn:- How to successfully implement AI tools in legal departments by starting with simple use cases and expanding gradually- Why hosting weekly "AI jam sessions" can accelerate adoption
The AI-Powered Paralegal, with Kristine Custodio Suero
Welcome to Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast, brought to you by Evisort. In this episode, hosts Hal Marcus and Memme Onwudiwe speak with Kristine Suero, Senior Paralegal and Director of Business Development at Schechter Benefits Law Group, about the evolving role of paralegals in an increasingly AI-driven legal industry, ethical considerations, and opportunities for growth in the profession. What You'll Learn:- How paralegals can embrace AI as an assistive tool while maintaining focus on essential human skills and client relationships- Why ethical and responsible use of AI in legal w
The ROI of AI: Learnings from Customer Zero
Workday’s deployment of Evisort AI to manage 100,000 contracts yielded such strong results, they bought the company. Now, as “Customer Zero” for contract AI innovation, Workday is helping shape the future of legal technology. In this "special edition” of “Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast,” host Hal Marcus sits down with Greg Bennett and Kristi Johnson of Workday Global Legal Services to glean hard-won lessons from their multi-year experience deploying contract AI to better support M&A analysis, revenue operations, and more. We also discuss their aspirations for the future of in-hous
Nothing Changes Until It Suddenly Does: Talking Legal AI with Bjarne Tellmann
The future of legal services is fundamentally changing, and AI is the reason for it. So, if one is to thrive in this new world, everything must change. In the latest episode of "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," hosts Memme Onwudiwe and Hal Marcus welcome Bjarne Tellmann, CEO of FjordStream Advisors and an experienced General Counsel and legal consultant, to explore the transformative impact of AI on the legal profession. What You’ll Learn: How AI advancement is exponentially transforming legal service delivery and business models Why the traditional billable hour model faces disru
Managing People, Legal, & AI with LaTanya Langley, CLO & CPO of Edgewell Personal Care
What does the intersection of HR, Legal, and AI look like? In this episode of "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," brought to you by Evisort, a Workday company, it takes the shape of an eye-opening conversation with LaTanya Langley - Chief Legal Officer and Chief People Officer at Edgewell Personal Care. What You’ll Learn: How to tap into the unique synergies of the HR-Legal intersection The importance of adapting to and incorporating AI into legal education Navigating the ethical implications of AI in legal and HR functions The skill sets you need to thrive in the coming legal world
From Tech to Legal: Hopping Careers and Maximizing AI with Nancy Milinkovich of Tricentis
Welcome to "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," brought to you by Evisort. In this episode, Memme and Hal engage with Nancy Milinkovich, Senior Legal Operations Manager at Tricentis, exploring her unique journey from the world of tech to that of legal. Nancy shines a light on how her beginnings at the telecommunications company, Nortel Network, built a strong foundation in the realm of cutting-edge technology, exposing her to the importance of embracing and adopting disruptive tech and AI solutions, no matter the industry, as well as highlighting how skills can transfer across seemin
Data Is the Food of AI: Navigating Data Privacy and Emerging Tech with ‘The Data Diva’ Debbie Reynolds
Welcome to "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," brought to you by Evisort. In this episode, Memme and Hal chat with “The Data Diva” Debbie Reynolds, founder of Debbie Reynolds Consulting. This conversation explores the critical intersection of data privacy, AI, and emerging technologies. Debbie shares her approach to advising major corporations like PayPal, Coca-Cola, and Uber on data privacy strategy. She emphasizes the importance of having strong data governance before implementing AI solutions, warning that "garbage in" leads to "junkyard out." Using a creative barbecue analogy, D
Analyzing Risk With and From AI: Emily LaCroix on the Future of Insurance Contracting
Welcome to "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," brought to you by Evisort. In this episode, Memme and Hal engage with Emily LaCroix, Global Data Protection Officer at Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance. Recorded on-site at Harvard Law School during the Executive Innovation Summit, this conversation delves into Emily's unique career trajectory, including her transition from Chief Product Counsel to her current role. Emily discusses the evolving landscape of data protection, emphasizing the importance of practical application in a complex regulatory environment. Though many of her
Empathy, AI, and the Future of Law: A Conversation with Harvard Law Professor Scott Westfahl
Welcome to "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," brought to you by Evisort. In this podcast, we explore the transformative world of legal AI, focusing on the innovative intersection of law, business, and technology. Join our hosts, Hal and Memme , as they engage with industry leaders, legal experts, and tech visionaries to uncover the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in contract management and AI-driven legal solutions. Our special guest today is Scott Westfahl, the Professor of Practice and Faculty Director of Executive Education at Harvard Law School. Join us as we discu
Balancing Adoption and Control of AI in Legal: Insights from Mike Haven, Head of Global Legal Operations at Intel
Welcome to "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," brought to you by Evisort. In this podcast, we explore the transformative world of legal AI, focusing on the innovative intersection of law, business, and technology. Join our hosts, Hal and Memme , as they engage with industry leaders, legal experts, and tech visionaries to uncover the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in contract management and AI-driven legal solutions. Today, our special guest is Mike Haven from Intel . Mike is the Head of Global Legal Operations at Intel and stands at the forefront of innovation in legal
Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast Trailer
Welcome to "Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast," brought to you by Evisort. In this podcast, we explore the transformative world of legal AI, focusing on the innovative intersection of law, business, and technology. Join our hosts, Hal and Memme, as they engage with industry leaders, legal experts, and tech visionaries to uncover the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in contract management and AI-driven legal solutions. Whether you're a legal professional, business leader, or tech enthusiast, our discussions aim to enlighten, inspire, and empower you with practical insights