{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/69f322c9be5ab6849cae33e1/6a720d4967f03d99be171594?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Portfolio Executive Podcast Series 2 Episode 2: Is AI Challenging the Legal Profession?","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/69f322c9be5ab6849cae33e1/1785859382406-ea2b07bc-d74a-4d63-b479-40689ea9f452.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Are law firms truly ready for AI, or are they just adding new technology on top of old problems?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of the ‘Portfolio Executive’ Ben Sears from ‘Technotherapy’ explores with hosts Gareth Wax and Valerie Merrill the rapidly changing landscape of AI, technology and legal services. Ben discusses why traditional law firms must rethink their approach to innovation, why data quality and cybersecurity are critical foundations for AI adoption, and how automation could fundamentally transform the future of legal work.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation examines the challenges facing law firms as they move away from legacy systems and processes, the evolving role of the CTO, and how fractional leadership can help organisations navigate complex technological change.</p><p><br></p><p>With AI creating both opportunities and disruption across professional services, Ben shares why firms need to embrace change, understand their data, and prepare for a future where technology reshapes how legal services are delivered.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll discover:</p><p>Why AI is particularly well suited to professional services like law</p><p>Why many traditional law firms struggle to adopt new technology</p><p>How poor data management can limit the success of AI initiatives</p><p>Why “rubbish in, rubbish out” still applies when implementing AI</p><p>How cybersecurity and data governance are becoming essential priorities</p><p>The potential impact of automation on the future of legal services</p><p>Why the legal industry could be facing its own “Kodak moment”</p><p>How CTOs are becoming increasingly important within law firms</p><p>The value of fractional leadership in helping businesses navigate change</p><p>Why collaboration and communication can reduce duplication and inefficiency</p><p>How legal professionals can stay ahead of technological disruption</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>TimeStamps:</p><p>00:00 Introduction to ‘Technotherapy’ and AI in Law</p><p>03:06 Challenges of AI Adoption in Traditional Law Firms</p><p>05:54 The Impact of AI on Legal Practices</p><p>08:47 Data Management and Cybersecurity in Law</p><p>12:01 The Future of Legal Services and Automation</p><p>15:11 Navigating Change in the Legal Industry</p><p>18:00 The Role of CTOs in Law Firms</p><p>20:48 Embracing Fractional Leadership in Law</p><p>23:57 Preparing for the Future of Work in Law</p><p><br></p><p>Guest &amp; Host Links:</p><p>Ben Sears: <a href=\"https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/ben-sears/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/ben-sears/</a></p><p>Valerie Merrill: <a href=\"https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/valerie-merrill/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/valerie-merrill/</a></p><p>Gareth Wax: <a href=\"https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/gareth-wax/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/gareth-wax/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Explore the Portfolio Executive community, learn how to step into fractional leadership, and stay tuned for more insights in upcoming episodes.</p>","author_name":"Charles McLachlan"}