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If you’re wondering why your AI pilot project stalled, or why your team still prefers sticky notes to smart tools, you’re not alone.

Not all shiny new AI tools are built to serve your clients or your firm. Here’s how to tell who’s full of it.

There’s something oddly familiar about the new generation of legaltech and AI tools flooding your inbox. Maybe it’s the breathless pitches: “Revolutionize your practice.” “Automate your casework.” “Win more clients without lifting a finger.”

The first time we rolled out an AI-powered tool to a team, I was so excited. My own experiments showed promise. The case studies and research suggested it could be a game changer for LaFleur. We were going to streamline processes, eliminate bottlenecks, and make everyone’s lives easier.

Data literacy for leaders isn’t optional anymore

A few years ago, I sat in a meeting with a managing partner who was convinced that their CTV (connected TV) ad impressions weren’t driving leads. It was a hunch. A gut feeling. And it was wrong.

Insights from Chip LaFleur’s conversation with Jon Czeranna, Executive Director at Wit & Craft

Artificial intelligence (AI) has already begun reshaping the legal industry. Whether you’re using AI-powered research tools, automating client communications, or considering predictive analytics to assess case outcomes, the landscape is shifting fast. Yet, for many law firms, AI still feels more like a buzzword than a practical tool. How can you ensure your firm is ready to harness AI’s potential without creating unnecessary risks or disruptions?

For many attorneys, the thought of retiring or transitioning out of their practice can feel daunting. How do you ensure your firm continues to thrive while securing a successful exit for yourself? In a recent conversation on the Legal Marketing Radio podcast, I spoke with Jeremy Poock, Principal at Senior Attorney Match, about the complexities of law firm exit strategies and what it really takes to maximize the value of your firm.

Leadership principles transcend industries. Whether you’re leading a military battalion or managing a team in a business, situational awareness is a skill that sets great leaders apart. This concept, central to a recent conversation between Lieutenant Colonel Matt Rasmussen and I, offers lessons for decision-makers navigating complex environments. 

I was sitting at a table with some of the most respected leaders in the industry, talking about business intelligence and digital transformation. Our conversations crystallized for me the urgent need to bring the power of AI and analytics to the legal industry.  

The future of legal analytics: Insights from ThoughtSpot’s executive dinner 

In the heart of Manhattan, industry leaders gathered for the first TSE Embed Dinner to discuss the convergence of artificial intelligence and embedded analytics. The setting couldn’t have been more appropriate. As the world’s only three-Michelin-starred vegan restaurant, Eleven Madison Park exemplifies how innovation and transformation can redefine industries.