Podcasts about legal operations

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast, Benoy Thanjan speaks with members of the Solar Sisters about their organization, their partnership with Let's Share the Sun Foundation, and their recent delegation to Puerto Rico around International Women's Day. The conversation features Abby Hopper, Noelle Paige, Yejdie Olutosin, Addie Momyer, and Erin Greeson, who share how the Solar Sisters came together, why women's leadership matters in clean energy, and how solar and battery storage can create life-changing impact for communities facing energy insecurity. The group discusses their experience visiting La Casa de Bondad, a domestic violence shelter in Puerto Rico supported by Let's Share the Sun, and participating in a residential solar installation for a homeowner who relies on reliable electricity for medical needs.  The episode also touches on the challenges facing Puerto Rico's grid, the role of solar and storage in energy resilience, the ongoing work of Let's Share the Sun to bring energy access to underserved communities, and a fundraiser Benoy is organizing on June 4th in Jersey City to support that mission.   Biographies Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, solar plus storage developer and consulting firm, and a strategic advisor to multiple cleantech startups. Over his career, Benoy has developed over 100 MWs of solar projects across the U.S., helped launch the first residential solar tax equity funds at Tesla, and brokered $50 million in Renewable Energy Credits (“REC”) transactions. Prior to founding Reneu Energy, Benoy was the Environmental Commodities Trader in Tesla's Project Finance Group, where he managed one of the largest environmental commodities portfolios. He originated REC trades and co-developed a monetization and hedging strategy with senior leadership to enter the East Coast market. As Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners, Benoy crafted project finance solutions for commercial-scale solar portfolios. His role at Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund with 125 MWs of U.S. renewable assets, involved evaluating investment opportunities and maximizing returns. He also played a key role in the sale of the firm's renewable portfolio. Earlier in his career, Benoy worked in Energy Structured Finance at Deloitte & Touche and Financial Advisory Services at Ernst & Young, following an internship on the trading floor at D.E. Shaw & Co., a multi billion dollar hedge fund. Benoy holds an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from NYU Stern, where he was an Alumni Scholar.   Guests Information Abby Hopper Abby Hopper is the founder of Solar Sisters and former President and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). A passionate advocate for clean energy and women's leadership in the industry, Abby created Solar Sisters as a community built around three pillars: service, growth, and connection. She has been a driving force behind the Solar Sisters delegation to Puerto Rico, partnering with Let's Share the Sun to bring energy equity to domestic violence shelters on the island. Abby is widely recognized for opening doors for women across the clean energy sector and building a culture of collaboration over competition. Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigailhopper/   Noelle Paige Noelle Paige is Vice President of Project Development at Aspen Power, where she manages a large team and leads project development efforts. She is deeply passionate about workforce development, women in business, and the clean energy transition.  Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/noellepaige/   Yejdie Olutosin Yejdie Olutosin is the Director of the Accelerate Program at ACORE, based in Washington, D.C., where she manages a market access platform supporting clean energy founders scaling solutions across the value chain. Since 2020, the program has grown to support over 60 companies across more than 30 states. A former Peace Corps volunteer originally from the U.S. Virgin Islands, Yejide brought a deeply personal connection to the Puerto Rico delegation, drawing on her own experience with energy insecurity in island communities. Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/yolutosin/   Addie Momyer Addie Momyer is Assistant General Counsel and Director of Legal Operations at the Solar Energy Industries Association, a role she has held since 2023. Prior to SEIA, she spent her career in public interest representation and litigation at Maryland Legal Aid. Addie is passionate about ensuring the clean energy transition happens equitably and that all communities are included.  Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/addie-momyer-bb3752262/   Erin Greeson Erin Greeson is the founder and principal consultant of ClimateLine, a communications and marketing firm focused exclusively on companies committed to the clean energy transition.  Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/eringreeson/   Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com Website: https://www.solarmaverickpodcast.com/   Solar Sisters Website:  https://solar-sisters.org   Let's Share the Foundation Website:  https://www.letssharethesun.org/   Summer Solstice Fundraiser Benoy is hosting the Summer Solstice Fundraiser on June 4th in Jersey City at Hudson Hall, bringing together the clean energy community for an evening of networking and impact. The event supports Let's Share the Sun, a nonprofit delivering solar and energy storage solutions to underserved communities in Puerto Rico, including families with critical 24 hour energy needs. The event will run from 6 PM to 10 PM and includes food, networking, and a special program at 8 PM featuring insights from the Let's Share the Sun team, delegation participants, and event sponsors.  This will be Benoy's third delegation in the past year, and he highlights the importance of meeting beneficiaries firsthand and seeing how solar is transforming lives. Those interested in attending or sponsoring are encouraged to reach out directly or register here:  https://luma.com/jl734ggi   Please provide 5 star reviews      If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share the Solar Maverick Podcast so more people can learn how to accelerate the clean energy transition.    Reneu Energy Reneu Energy provides expert consulting across solar and storage project development, financing, energy strategy, and environmental commodities. Our team helps clients originate, structure, and execute opportunities in community solar, C&I, utility-scale, and renewable energy credit markets. Email us at info@reneuenergy.com to learn more.            

Hosted by David Cowen | Careers and the Business of Law David Cowen sits down with Mark Allen, Director of Legal Operations and Strategy at Zillow Group - a title that is itself a signal of where the legal ops function is heading. Before Zillow, Mark ran legal operations at Netflix and Activision Blizzard, and has sat on the vendor side at Brightflag and CloudCourt. He's also a newly seated CLOC board member. This conversation covers career advocacy, the vendor-buyer relationship, and why legal ops is quietly becoming one of the best business training grounds in any industry. WHY THIS MATTERS? Legal operations is no longer just a support function - it's becoming the operating engine of the modern legal department. If you're in legal ops today and not thinking about AI, business strategy, and executive influence, this episode is your roadmap. KEY TAKEAWAYS Titles follow impact, not the other way around. Show the work first, then have the conversation. Legal ops is the COO role for a legal department - tech, finance, project management, people, and strategy all in one. Be clear about your intentions with your manager. Doing the work silently is not enough - say it once, clearly. If your leader never sees your value after repeated attempts, it's time to move on. Know your worth. Introverts may actually have an edge - action speaks louder than talk tracks. Vendors: skip the 30-minute sales deck. Show the tool. Buyers know what they need within 15 minutes. Make friends with vendors even when you're not buying. It's a knowledge exchange, not just a sales call. Finance and HR are your fastest path to the executive table internally. Legal ops professionals are being asked to change an operating model that has existed for hundreds of years. An AI-first mindset is no longer optional. Legal ops is essentially a small business degree - creativity, risk-taking, and cross-functional thinking built in. PEOPLE MENTIONED David Cowen — Host Mark Allen — Director of Legal Operations and Strategy, Zillow Group; CLOC Board Member Jen McCarron — Former President of CLOC; Netflix colleague of Mark's Mary O'Carroll — Legal ops trailblazer Jason Barnwell — Legal ops trailblazer Rajan Gupta, Ryan Black, Leo Murgel, Stacey Lettie - Legal ops market leaders referenced Olivia Dean — Artist; Mark's exit song pick ("Nice to Each Other") COMPANIES & ORGANIZATIONS MENTIONED Zillow Group — Mark's current company Netflix, Activision Blizzard — Previous buyer-side roles Brightflag, CloudCourt — Mark's vendor-side experience CLOC — Legal ops community; CLOC Core 12 referenced; CLOC.org Solid, Running Legal Like a Business, Legal Week, ILTA — Legal ops education and community events

Legal departments are under continual pressure to solve problems effectively and integrate innovative technology all while reducing costs and complexity. Enter cybersecurity, a complex and potentially costly risk. How should legal departments prepare? Walter Wilkens, Head of Delivery, North America at DWF Legal Operations, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss how legal operations can help optimize your legal department by eliminating bottlenecks, identifying and fixinginefficiencies and developing processes tailored to enhance your team's performance. Walter will discuss how you can move from a lack of coordination to a structured legal operations to address cyber incidents before and after the event. In the leadership and communications segment, The Art of Security: It Is Time to Rethink the CISO's Role, The Best Leaders Embrace the Role of Supporting Character, Empathetic Leadership Can Make or Break AI Adoption, and more! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/bsw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-447

Legal departments are under continual pressure to solve problems effectively and integrate innovative technology all while reducing costs and complexity. Enter cybersecurity, a complex and potentially costly risk. How should legal departments prepare? Walter Wilkens, Head of Delivery, North America at DWF Legal Operations, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss how legal operations can help optimize your legal department by eliminating bottlenecks, identifying and fixinginefficiencies and developing processes tailored to enhance your team's performance. Walter will discuss how you can move from a lack of coordination to a structured legal operations to address cyber incidents before and after the event. In the leadership and communications segment, The Art of Security: It Is Time to Rethink the CISO's Role, The Best Leaders Embrace the Role of Supporting Character, Empathetic Leadership Can Make or Break AI Adoption, and more! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-447

Legal departments are under continual pressure to solve problems effectively and integrate innovative technology all while reducing costs and complexity. Enter cybersecurity, a complex and potentially costly risk. How should legal departments prepare? Walter Wilkens, Head of Delivery, North America at DWF Legal Operations, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss how legal operations can help optimize your legal department by eliminating bottlenecks, identifying and fixinginefficiencies and developing processes tailored to enhance your team's performance. Walter will discuss how you can move from a lack of coordination to a structured legal operations to address cyber incidents before and after the event. In the leadership and communications segment, The Art of Security: It Is Time to Rethink the CISO's Role, The Best Leaders Embrace the Role of Supporting Character, Empathetic Leadership Can Make or Break AI Adoption, and more! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/bsw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-447

Legal departments are under continual pressure to solve problems effectively and integrate innovative technology all while reducing costs and complexity. Enter cybersecurity, a complex and potentially costly risk. How should legal departments prepare? Walter Wilkens, Head of Delivery, North America at DWF Legal Operations, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss how legal operations can help optimize your legal department by eliminating bottlenecks, identifying and fixinginefficiencies and developing processes tailored to enhance your team's performance. Walter will discuss how you can move from a lack of coordination to a structured legal operations to address cyber incidents before and after the event. In the leadership and communications segment, The Art of Security: It Is Time to Rethink the CISO's Role, The Best Leaders Embrace the Role of Supporting Character, Empathetic Leadership Can Make or Break AI Adoption, and more! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-447

Join Rick Hogg (War HOGG Tactical) and Mark Kelley (Kelley Defense) on On The Range Podcast for an exclusive deep dive into the ongoing battle to protect and defend the Second Amendment. Special guest Bill Sack, Senior Director of Legal Operations at the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), shares expert insights on current 2A litigation, major court cases, red flag laws, firearms rights challenges, and what gun owners need to know to stay informed and prepared.     With over 60 years of combined military, special operations, law enforcement, and tactical training experience, hosts Rick Hogg and Mark Kelley bring real-world perspective to this must-listen conversation on constitutional freedoms, self-defense, responsible gun ownership, and the future of the Second Amendment in America.     Whether you're a civilian, law enforcement officer, military service member, or passionate 2A advocate, this episode delivers actionable knowledge on defending your right to keep and bear arms.     Listen now and become 1% better every day!     Links to everyone involved:   On The Range Podcast (official site): https://www.ontherangepodcast.com/   Rick Hogg – War HOGG Tactical: https://www.warhogg.com/   Mark Kelley – Kelley Defense: https://www.kelleydefense.com/   Bill Sack & Second Amendment Foundation (SAF): https://saf.org/   Bill Sack on SAF Our Team: https://saf.org/our-team/   SEO Keywords: Second Amendment, 2A rights, Bill Sack SAF, gun rights, Second Amendment Foundation, Rick Hogg, Mark Kelley, On The Range Podcast, firearms law, constitutional rights, self defense, pro 2A.

In this episode, I'm talking with Sandy MacDonald, Senior Director and Head of Legal Operations at DocuSign. Sandy is recognised for building an "ahead of the curve" team that treats AI not just as a tool, but as a collaborative digital assistant embedded into the very fabric of their workflow.We talk about the cultural shift of AI adoption and how focusing on individual "pain points". You'll hear perspectives on "human-in-the-loop" governance and why the most successful legal teams are moving away from "AI slop" toward high-value, verified automation that lawyers actually trust.Overcoming the Fear of Replacement: Sandy explains that the primary cultural hurdle is fear; however, she emphasises that AI won't replace lawyers, but lawyers who use AI will replace those who do not.The "Foot in the Door" Strategy: Instead of massive overhauls, the team focuses on "narrow use cases" such as using Gemini to generate images for presentations - to build curiosity and comfort."Human-in-the-Loop" Governance: DocuSign implements a strict governance model where humans remain responsible for validating every piece of AI-generated output.Peer-to-Peer Learning Over Formal Training: Sandy shares why monthly "AI wins" segments in Town Halls are more contagious and effective than top-down mandates or formal one-hour training sessions.Criteria for AI Adoption: How to identify the best starting points for automation by looking for tasks that are high-volume but low-risk, such as processing customer questionnaires.The Evolution of Legal Ops: The shift in the Legal Ops role from being CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management) experts to becoming "AI evangelists" and builders who design their own custom workflows.--------Each week I take what I'm hearing in conversations with legal leaders.I analyze the market and track emerging trends in this AI era.In my newsletter called The Future Lawyer Market Intel for the AI eraI'm focused on:What AI is exposingThe opportunitiesThe blind spotsAnd the shifts shaping the next five years.This is how you see the chessboard before everyone else does:https://hollycope.my.canva.site/thefuturelawyer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone's talking about AI for contracts. Not everyone can actually make it work. Brian Powers, Co-Founder and CEO of Markups.ai, has a refreshingly honest take: AI is overhyped, adoption is elusive, and most teams trying to "add AI" to their contract workflows are going to struggle to show ROI. But when it's set up right — trained carefully on a client's specific workflow, integrated into the tools they already use — the results are real. We're talking up to 90% reduction in contract review time. Brian breaks down what makes contracts actually a strong use case for AI (rules-based, pattern-driven, predictable), why plugging into existing tools like Word, email, and your CLM matters more than a shiny standalone product, and what separates AI that sticks from AI that gets abandoned after the pilot. The honest truth? It's not easy. And it's too much work for most teams to figure out alone. This is a conversation worth having before you commit to your next AI vendor.

On this episode, legal operations leader and industry icon Mary O'Carroll joined Brightflag's Anna Richards to discuss the evolution of legal ops roles, the differences between in-house and law firm AI adoption, and the importance of community. Mary also shared practical advice for CLOs looking to build a legal operations function.

Accuracy, Trust, and the Interface Revolution: How AI is Transforming Legal WorkflowsGuest: Mike Anderson, Chief Product Officer, FilevineHost: Seth Earley, CEO at Earley Information SciencePublished on: March 20, 2026In this episode, Seth Earley speaks with Mike Anderson, Chief Product Officer at Filevine, about what it takes to bring AI into one of the most demanding and high-stakes environments in the enterprise - legal operations. They explore why AI will not replace attorneys but will dramatically extend what legal professionals can accomplish, how real-time deposition analysis is transforming courtroom preparation, and why information architecture remains the critical foundation beneath every AI capability. Mike also shares why the interface - not the model - is the biggest unlock AI offers the legal industry.Key Takeaways:AI will not replace attorneys or paralegals - legal services are already severely undersupplied, and AI's role is to extend what existing professionals can accomplish.The billable hour model is evolving, but the bigger opportunity is eliminating non-billable administrative burden so attorneys can focus on higher-order legal thinking.Real-time deposition analysis - live transcription cross-referenced against case files - is one of the most powerful and practical AI applications in legal today.Boolean search cannot be replaced in legal because accountability for document populations requires transparent, auditable logic that external parties can evaluate.Effective AI in legal requires three information retrieval lenses: semantic search, Boolean search, and attribute-based filtering - all three are necessary.Information architecture - defining the is-ness and about-ness of legal objects like matters, contracts, depositions, and clients - remains the foundation for AI to work accurately.The interface is the single biggest unlock AI offers legal professionals - the ability to ask a question in natural language rather than navigate complex click paths changes everything.Insightful Quotes:"The demand for legal services already outpaces supply, and it has for some time. We should be talking about the productivity and extensibility of legal professionals - not obsolescence." - Mike Anderson"If only I had this analysis of the deposition during the deposition. That one customer comment kicked off an entire depositions platform for us." - Mike Anderson"You still need the is-ness and about-ness. The interface changes, but the underlying information architecture is still what makes AI work correctly." - Seth EarleyTune in to discover how legal teams are moving past AI skepticism and building the foundations that make AI accurate, trustworthy, and transformative in practice. LinksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-anderson-374299163/Website: https://www.filevine.comThanks to our sponsors:VKTREarley Information ScienceAI Powered Enterprise Book

This Clock Talk episode features Lyndsay Van Benschoten, Director of Legal Operations at HCA Healthcare, discussing why legal operations transformation should be treated as a marathon rather than a sprint. Drawing on her experience running marathons across every continent, she explains the importance of pacing change, sequencing initiatives, and prioritizing long-term strategy over quick fixes. Lindsay shares how she built a legal operations function from scratch by focusing on relationships, foundational processes, and data-driven decision making. She emphasizes balancing quick wins with long-term infrastructure to build trust and momentum. The conversation highlights that sustainable legal ops leadership requires discipline, resilience, and a human-centered approach.

Legal operations has evolved from a back-office function into a strategic discipline that is reshaping how legal services are delivered. In this conversation, Stephen Seckler speaks with legal operations consultant Jeff Kruse about how technology, process improvement, and artificial intelligence are transforming the way law firms and legal departments work. Jeff shares insights from his career path, from product liability defense lawyer to in-house chief litigation officer and eventually a legal operations consultant. The discussion explores how legal operations helps organizations improve efficiency, manage risk, and adapt to rapid technological change. They also discuss how lawyers considering career transitions can leverage their transferable skills in new roles such as legal operations, consulting, or mediation. The episode concludes with a look at the future of legal operations and why the field is becoming increasingly strategic in law firms and corporate legal departments. Key Takeaways Legal operations has evolved from a back-office function into a strategic discipline AI is accelerating change in legal departments and law firms Process improvements often start with the people doing the day-to-day work "Trickle-up improvementnomics" can improve efficiency across an organization Change management is often the biggest obstacle to operational improvements Lawyers possess transferable skills that apply beyond practicing law Redundancy and backup systems are essential for managing technological risk Legal operations is becoming increasingly strategic within law firms and corporate legal departments Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and why legal operations is now critical 01:03 Jeff Kruse's background and career path 02:20 From law firm partner to in-house litigation leadership 06:16 Jeff's work as a mediator and what it taught him 08:18 Remote and hybrid work in legal teams before the pandemic 10:11 How remote work influences legal operations thinking 11:12 What legal operations actually includes 14:07 AI and the accelerating pace of change in the legal industry 15:44 Can small firms and legal departments keep up with AI? 19:23 Technology consolidation and evaluating legal tech vendors 21:10 What a legal hold is and why it matters 23:00 "Trickle-Up Improvementnomics" and operational efficiency 27:01 Why change management is difficult in legal organizations 34:01 Lessons from the Amazon Web Services outage 37:45 The future of legal operations 40:37 Closing remarks and coaching resources

Legal operations is growing fast, but there's no standardized pathway for professionals entering the field. That's the gap Colin S. McCarthy and Anne Graue are working to close with Our Legal Community (OLC). On this episode, Colin and Anne share why they created OLC—a global community focused on certification, knowledge sharing, and career growth for legal ops professionals. They pair newcomers with experienced coaches who've built legal ops programs from the ground up, creating the certification standards the industry has been missing. We also talked about AI's role in legal teams, the future of in-house legal departments, and what makes OLC different from other networking groups. If you're in legal ops or thinking about starting a legal ops function, this one's worth your time.

SeNita McRae is a legal operations professional with a background in broadcast journalism, public administration, and law. In this episode, SeNita shares how she built a thriving career in eDiscovery and legal operations, why passing the bar was not required for her success, and how every degree she earned eventually fit together.What Can You Do with a Law DegreeAfter law school, SeNita's career took an unexpected turn into eDiscovery and legal operations. Starting as a project attorney in document review, she gradually moved into litigation support, preservation coordination, and eventually legal operations roles embedded within large corporate environments.“This is an industry that I would stay in," explains SeNita McRae, on this episode of You Are a Lawyer.Her legal training allowed her to translate complex technical concepts for attorneys while also working directly with vendors and internal teams. SeNita's experience shows how a JD can be a powerful credential even without bar licensure, particularly in operational, technology driven legal roles.This episode is produced by Skip the Boring Stuff, a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.

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  Dies ist KEINE Jubiläumsfolge, meint der heutige Gast und auch die erste Folge aus 2022 sei keine gewesen, dabei sind beide Folgen sicher ein Happening!    Aber ungeachtet dieses technischen Details kann sich die heutige Episode hören lassen, denn Marc Geiger ist nicht nur zum ersten Mal zum zweiten Mal in einem Podcast, sondern erzählt auch sehr interessante Dinge zu Legal Operations, seinem Buch-Kapitel und wie KI doch Sinn machen kann.    Und zuletzt wird auch (erneut) eine Einladung an die Nerds (in den Lego-Raum) nach Stuttgart ausgesprochen … wenn Marc dafür dann nicht in eine Jubiläumsfolge kommt, dann ist den Nerds auch nicht mehr zu helfen.    Gleiss Lutz: https://www.gleisslutz.com/de/experten/marc-geiger  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-geiger-35174340/   NoL-Folge 93 mit Marc Geiger: https://www.nerdsoflaw.com/2022/09/nerds-of-law-93-denkoase-im-schlaraffenland-mit-marc-geiger/  Adobe Firefly: https://www.adobe.com/de/products/firefly.html  LEGO Serious Play: https://www.lego.com/de-de/themes/serious-play  Vienna Legal Innovation (2026): https://www.businesscircle.at/events/vienna-legal-innovation     Subscribe to the Podcast  RSS Feed https://nerdsoflaw.libsyn.com/rss   Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/nerds-of-law-podcast/id1506472002   SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/12D6osXfccI1bjAzapWzI4   Google Play Store https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Idvhwrimkmxb2phecnckyzik3qq?t%3DNerds_of_Law_Podcast%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7rmwzBy-IRGh8JkLCPIjyGMA-nHMtiAC   Deezer https://www.deezer.com/de/show/1138852     Nerds of Law®   http://www.nerdsoflaw.com   https://twitter.com/NerdsOfLaw   https://www.instagram.com/nerdsoflaw/   https://www.facebook.com/NerdsOfLaw/   Music by Mick Bordet www.mickbordet.com    Nerds of Law ® ist eine Unionsmarke (Wortmarke). 

Sophia Contreras Schwartz, General Counsel at Nextdoor, discusses her unique journey of building a legal department from the ground up. Sophia discusses how her background as a musician and fitness instructor informs her collaborative leadership style and why Nextdoor identifies as "Middle Tech"—a category of companies often overlooked by one-size-fits-all regulations. The conversation explores the strategic value of hiring Legal Operations early, the specific tech stack that keeps a lean team of eight efficient, and why "versatility and curiosity" are the most important traits for in-house counsel today. Key Takeaways: The First Legal Hire: Companies should consider their first GC when they start generating significant revenue or enter highly regulated spaces. "Middle Tech" Challenges: Nextdoor faces unique regulatory hurdles, like age verification laws, which are often designed for "Big Tech" giants but create significant operational burdens for mid-sized platforms. Force Multipliers: Investing in Legal Ops early allows a small team to scale by focusing on process design and vendor management rather than just manual intake. AI as a Strategist: Using tools like GC.AI doesn't just speed up drafting; it helps in-house lawyers ask better questions of their outside counsel by identifying nuances that general AI might miss. Things We Talk About in this Episode Legal Tech Tools: Ironclad, SimpleLegal, GC.AI Organization: Chamber Music America

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:45:00 +0000 https://jungeanleger.podigee.io/2940-borsepeople-im-podcast-s23-10-laura-phillipeck-casanova 71a64e13102eb3a08e95f1f224e8fb7e Laura Phillipeck-Casanova ist Head of Legal & Operations bei der Hans(wo)men Group. Wir sprechen über den Start bei PHH Prochaska Havranek Rechtsanwälte, über Gruppenführungen durch das Parlament, eine Tätigkeit in der Österreichischen Botschaft und im Kulturforum Brüssel, das Oberlandesgericht Wien, eine spannende Phase bei Alma Zadic im Justizministerium, Denkstatt, die Stadt-Wien-Initiative waff, dann Viora mit Kosima Kovar und Investor Hansi Hansmann und schliesslich im September 2025 den Wechsel zu seiner Hans(wo)men Group als Head of Legal & Operations. Es geht aber auch um das Wählen, das neue Wort coolig, Liedinvestor oder Leadinvestor, fresh, global, disruptive, einen Halbmarathon und Laura non ce. https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-casanova-1206/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hanswomengroup/ https://www.hanswomengroup.com Hansi Hansmann Börsepeople: https://audio-cd.at/page/podcast/8109/ About: Die Serie Börsepeople des Podcasters Christian Drastil, der im Q4/24 in Frankfurt als "Finfluencer & Finanznetworker #1 Austria" ausgezeichnet wurde, findet im Rahmen von http://www.audio-cd.at und dem Podcast "Audio-CD.at Indie Podcasts" statt. Es handelt sich dabei um typische Personality- und Werdegang-Gespräche. Die Season 23 umfasst jahreszahlbezogen unter dem Motto „26 Börsepeople“ 26 Talks. Presenter der Season 23 ist die 3Banken Generali Investment Gesellschaft http://www.3bg.at. Welcher der meistgehörte Börsepeople Podcast ist, sieht man unter http://www.audio-cd.at/people. Der Zwischenstand des laufenden Rankings ist tagesaktuell um 12 Uhr aktualisiert. Bewertungen bei Apple (oder auch Spotify) machen mir Freude: http://www.audio-cd.at/spotify , http://www.audio-cd.at/apple . Du möchtest deine Werbung in diesem und vielen anderen Podcasts schalten? Kein Problem!Für deinen Zugang zu zielgerichteter Podcast-Werbung, klicke hier.Audiomarktplatz.de - Geschichten, die bleiben - überall und jederzeit! 2940 full no Christian Drastil Comm. (Agentur für Investor Relations und Podcasts) 2028

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:38:00 +0000 https://jungeanleger.podigee.io/2937-wiener-borse-party-1085-atx-unverandert-in-den-februar-deutsche-bank-schickt-at-s-chart-nach-oben-cd-award-fur-hansi-hansmann 66ad69b25100e563d17a02b682511873 Die Wiener Börse Party ist ein Podcastprojekt für Audio-CD.at von Christian Drastil Comm.. Unter dem Motto „Market & Me“ berichtet Christian Drastil über das Tagesgeschehen an der Wiener Börse. Inhalte der Folge #1085: - ATX unverändert in den Februar - Deutsche Bank schickt den AT&S-Chart nach oben - Research zu RBI, News von der Post - Laura Phillipeck-Casanova läutet die Opening Bell für Montag, als Head of Legal & Operations bei der Hans(wo)men Group nahm sie heute ganz legal den CD Award for Business Angel Excellence zur Übergabe an Hansi Hansmann in Empfang - Frankfurt: DAX fester, adidas gesucht - mehr dazu im Podcast Links:  - Börsepeople heute: Helmut Anninger unter http://www.audio-cd.at/people - PIR coming soon: Das besondere wikifolio und oder PIR-Update 2026 unter http://www.audio-cd.at/pir - kapitalmarkt-stimme.at daily voice Playlist auf spotify: http://www.kapitalmarkt-stimme.at/spotify - Stockpicking Österreich: https://www.wikifolio.com/de/at/w/wfdrastil1? - beim Aktientag 2026 präsentieren: Strabag, Porr, Palfinger, Frequentis, FACC, VIG, Polytec, Semperit, UBM, Cyan, oekostrom AG. ATX aktuell: https://www.wienerborse.at/indizes/aktuelle-indexwerte/preise-mitglieder/??ISIN=AT0000999982&ID_NOTATION=92866&cHash=49b7ab71e783b5ef2864ad3c8a5cdbc1 Die täglichen Folgen der Wiener Börse Party  (Co-verantwortlich Script: Christine Petzwinkler) im Q1/2026 sind präsentiert von der Deutsche Börse Xetra https://live.deutsche-boerse.com/xetraplus . Infos zum Jingle: https://audio-cd.at/page/podcast/7326 Risikohinweis: Die hier veröffentlichten Gedanken sind weder als Empfehlung noch als ein Angebot oder eine Aufforderung zum An- oder Verkauf von Finanzinstrumenten zu verstehen und sollen auch nicht so verstanden werden. Sie stellen lediglich die persönliche Meinung der Podcastmacher dar. Der Handel mit Finanzprodukten unterliegt einem Risiko. Sie können Ihr eingesetztes Kapital verlieren. Und: Bewertungen bei Apple (oder auch Spotify) machen mir Freude: http://www.audio-cd.at/spotify http://www.audio-cd.at/apple Du möchtest deine Werbung in diesem und vielen anderen Podcasts schalten? Kein Problem!Für deinen Zugang zu zielgerichteter Podcast-Werbung, klicke hier.Audiomarktplatz.de - Geschichten, die bleiben - überall und jederzeit! 2937 full no Christian Drastil Comm. (Agentur für Investor Relations und Podcasts)

CLOC Talk continues its Clockwise: Year in Review & What's Next series with a spotlight on Europe—highlighting 2025 as a year of intentional investment, partnerships, and community-building across the region. Host Oyango Snell is joined by Sean Houston, Head of Legal Operations at Heineken and a key leader in CLOC's European strategy, to discuss the growth of legal ops across the Benelux and beyond, and why Europe's community culture—open knowledge-sharing, practical takeaways, and “rising tide lifts all ships”—has become a powerful engine for progress.The episode looks ahead to an ambitious 2026, including the CLOC Europe Summit on February 5, 2026 in London, the launch of the Germany chapter, and the continued expansion of member-driven formats like CLOC Around the Table dinners. Sean also previews new regional programming such as CLOC Connect in the Netherlands—bringing together in-house teams, law firms, vendors, and ALSPs/consultants to tackle real operational challenges like outside counsel management—reinforcing CLOC's focus on practical learning, local relevance, and whole-ecosystem collaboration.

In this conversation, Jessica Vander Ploeg, Vice President of Legal Operations at Belron, shares her unconventional journey from interior design and market research to leading global legal teams. Now Vice President of Legal Operations at Belron, she explains how she oversees strategy, technology, and process enablement across multiple countries. The discussion dives into practical approaches to legal tech adoption, why Belron prioritizes point solutions over complete CLM systems, and how quick wins, integration planning, and change management drive impact. Looking ahead, Jessica reflects on the growing complexity of legal technology, the influence of AI, and why thoughtful, proactive planning is essential for the future of legal operations.

On this episode, Adam Becker (Director of Legal Operations at Cockroach Labs) joined the show to discuss the current legal technology landscape, how generative AI will impact outside counsel partnerships, and the unique challenges of building out a legal ops function.

Por que alguns escritórios vivem no caos operacional enquanto outros conseguem estruturar processos, dados e previsibilidade?Neste episódio do Lawyer to Lawyer, Julia Resende (CEO da Freelaw) conversa com Ana Guimarães, coordenadora de Controladoria Jurídica e Legal Operations na AFIA Educacional, sobre como estruturar operações jurídicas que realmente funcionam.Ana Guimarães atua há mais de 6 anos estruturando operações jurídicas em escritórios e departamentos. Passou por escritórios como BBL Advogados e Limpe Fagerson Advogados, é professora da pós-graduação de Controladoria Jurídica e Legal Ops da Verbo Jurídico e membra da Comissão de Controladoria e Legal Ops da OAB MG.Neste episódio, Ana compartilha:✓ A diferença real entre Controladoria Jurídica e Legal Ops✓ Por que a ordem é pessoas, processos e depois tecnologia✓ O que empresas avaliam antes de contratar um escritório✓ Por que controladoria não é gasto, é proteção da operação✓ O maior erro dos escritórios na adoção de tecnologia✓ As habilidades que a IA não substitui no profissional jurídicoTIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introdução e trajetória da Ana na área de Legal Ops06:36 - Controladoria vs Legal Ops: a diferença que você precisa entender16:22 - Legal Ops não é dizer “não”: como o jurídico passa a viabilizar o negócio32:01 - Controladoria é gasto? O risco da centralização de tarefas49:05 - O erro fatal na adoção de tecnologia: "caçar vagalume"01:02:14 - Conselho final: o que a IA nunca vai substituir em você-----Lawyer to Lawyer, as melhores práticas de gestão, inovação e tecnologia na advocacia, todas as quartas-feiras.Inscreva-se na newsletter Direito ao Ponto - https://freelaw.beehiiv.com/Acompanhe a Freelaw:Instagram - @freelaw.workBlog da Freelaw - https://freelaw.link/blog-----

Une conférence de Day Two aux RDV Transformations du Droit 2025 > https://www.transformations-droit.com :Retours d'expérience !Avec :  Grégory Pire, Directeur juridique Groupe du Groupe Rocher  Frédérique Minelle, Directrice des Legal Operations du Groupe Rocher  Sophie Deis-Beauquesne, Directrice juridique de Vinci Energies  Jessica Bonneau, Enterprise Account Executive Harvey  Olivier Chaduteau, co-fondateur et Président de DayTwo.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

In this podcast, the speakers focused on the strategies and best practices for adopting new technologies within Corporate Legal Departments (CLD). The group explored the dynamics between leadership roles and operational roles, provided insights on managing change, overcoming resistance, and ensuring the successful implementation of new tech solutions. They also touched on project management best practices through the CLD lens. Moderators:  Tom Daemen, Associate General Counsel, Microsoft Corporation - Legal and Corporate Affairs Reid Cram, Product Marketing Manager, NetDocuments Speakers: Jaime Emerson, Executive Director within Legal Operations, Wells Fargo   Debbie Foster, Chief Executive Officer, Affinity Consulting   

In this talk, Patty Corey shares her path into legal operations and what she's learned along the way. She explains how focusing on good processes, precise data, and teamwork between legal and procurement teams can make contract management smoother. Patty talks about how to clean up data, choose the right metadata fields, and build helpful playbooks that help teams work faster and more accurately. She also discusses how AI tools can help once a strong foundation is in place. Throughout the conversation, Patty highlights a key message: technology alone can't solve every problem; successful legal operations start with transparent processes, good communication, and keeping data organized and up to date.

Operational lag is the silent profit killer. Every idle demand bleeds momentum, margin, and client trust. Saam Mashhad, Co-Founder & Chief of Product & Legal Operations at EvenUp, breaks down how AI-driven workflows turn stalled files into speed, accuracy, and higher outcomes. From knowledge-graph extraction to litigation continuity, learn how to run your firm like a business that closes cases faster and settles smarter. You'll learn: Why faster operations directly raise your firm's lead value and competitiveness How data shows delays, treatment gaps, and idle demands compound firm-wide How pre-lit and litigation teams can share context without redoing the work If you like what you hear, hit subscribe. We do this every week. Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

In this episode of Clock Talk, hosts Janessa Nelson and Nataly Kian sit down with Curtis Brewer, CEO of Litify, to explore how legal departments can transform their approach to spend and matter management. Curtis breaks down what it means to “move upstream from the invoice,” why it's critical for modern legal ops, and how data, analytics, and AI are reshaping the future of the legal industry. From smarter budgeting to seamless collaboration, discover practical ways to make your legal department more strategic, proactive, and impact-driven.

On this episode, host Sagi Eliyahu speaks with Gabriel Buigas, Executive Vice President of Contracts, Compliance and Commercial Services at Integreon. Gabriel shares his unique perspective on legal transformation, drawing on senior leadership roles at Hewlett-Packard, UnitedLex and now Integreon.The discussion explores how generative AI is reshaping the legal function, why disruption rarely comes from incumbents and how forward-looking in-house leaders can self-fund transformation while preparing their teams for the future. Gabriel also highlights the importance of embracing change, investing in young, tech-native talent and learning the business to be an effective legal partner.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.03:53 Incumbents rarely drive industry disruption. Change often comes externally.07:16 GenAI is transforming legal with rapid, widespread adoption.10:29 Legal departments should create safe spaces for responsible AI experimentation.16:10 Forward-thinking legal teams can self-fund transformation through cost savings.22:06 Start automating routine workloads now before the major changes coming within five years.25:03 Hiring lawyers who embrace technology accelerates organizational growth and readiness.28:31 Embracing change and business context makes stronger, future-ready legal professionals.Resources Mentioned:Gabriel Buigashttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-buigas-902953/Integreon | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/integreon/Integreon | Websitehttp://www.integreon.comThis episode is brought to you by Tonkean.Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.#Operations #BusinessOperations

Send us a textThe Legal Bridge: Technology to Trust | S3E8Guest: Darryl Osuch - Unit Manager, Legal Operations at JERA Co., Inc. | Host of The Legal Ops PodcastEpisode Length: 51 minutesEpisode Description"I feel like I'm fighting an education battle."Darryl Osuch identifies what many organizations are missing about AI adoption. Not a technology battle. Not a process battle. An education battle.In this conversation, Darryl shares what he's learning at the intersection of legal operations, AI implementation, and organizational trust. His perspective—both mechanic and driver of AI systems—reveals why the gap between capability and comprehension might be the real bottleneck.Microsoft's research shows 70% of AI transformation involves people, 20% workflows, and only 10% algorithms. Yet many organizations find their resource allocation tells a different story. Darryl brings rare expertise: implementing generative AI at JERA while building frameworks that help people actually trust and adopt it.Key ThemesThe Translation Gap Legal teams are discovering they're not gatekeepers—they're translators between technical capability and human comprehension. When technical concepts get explained but not understood, that's where adoption stalls.Trust as Architecture Trust operates in layers: data, algorithm, company. When one layer doesn't hold, the entire stack can struggle—regardless of technical capability.The Education Battle The real challenge isn't teaching people to use AI tools. It's making complexity accessible without losing truth. Translation capability is becoming strategic, not supplementary.Democratization with Guardrails "Vibe coding" enables people who've never coded to build solutions. The question becomes: How do you create frameworks that enable exploration while maintaining standards?The Soft Skills Advantage When everyone has access to similar AI tools, what creates distinction? Humanity, authenticity, judgment, empathy, wisdom—the entirely human elements.Key Insights from Darryl

In this episode of Legal Leaders Exchange, host Jennifer McIver is joined by Catrine Chevalier, Legal Operations specialist at DHL, and Stacy Lettie, Chief of Staff at Organon.This candid conversation explores how lean legal ops teams can deliver outsized impact, even without big budgets or expansive headcount. From auditing invoices with precision to transforming repetitive tasks into opportunities for innovation, Stacy and Catrine share how focus, curiosity, and a strategic mindset can drive real results. Whether you're supporting multiple global business units or juggling competing priorities with limited resources, this episode offers practical insights, relatable stories, and a fresh perspective on what it means to lead legal ops with intention. 

In this special RxBenefits-sponsored episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan explore the dynamic pharmacy benefits landscape with experts Sarah Hearn and Wes Hill (Director of Compliance & Legal Operations). Amid the busiest legislative season yet—over 1,500 bills—they discuss PBM reforms, ERISA challenges, compounding alternatives for GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, 340B pricing, and emerging lawsuits. Gain insights on transparency, cost savings, and compliance for healthcare HR pros navigating employee benefits.Key takeaways for healthcare HR leaders:Legislative Surge: 1,500+ state bills target PBMs, carriers, and more; expect increased reporting burdens but better data for informed decisions.ERISA Erosion Risks: States challenge federal uniformity—multi-state plans face conflicting laws; monitor for compliance headaches.Positive Reforms: New mandates empower plan sponsors with PBM data; leverage 340B and coupons to cut costs (e.g., Wegovy from $1,000 to $100/month).Compounding & Innovation: Affordable GLP-1 alternatives via telehealth, but ensure safety and avoid controlled substance pitfalls.Lawsuits to Watch: Oklahoma ERISA win; Arkansas PBM permit ban challenges interstate commerce—outcomes could reshape operations.Action Steps: Demand vendor transparency; align with ERISA; educate teams on benefits to prevent misuse and optimize savings.Essential listening for HR managing rising pharmacy costs and regulations. Spark curiosity—reach out to RxBenefits for guidance!From Our Sponsors...Optimize Pharmacy Benefits with RxBenefitsElevate your employee benefits while managing costs. Did you know hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions annually than other industries? Ensure cost-effective, high-quality pharmacy plans by leveraging your hospital's own pharmacies. Discover smarter strategies with RxBenefits.Learn More here - https://rxbene.fit/3ZaurZNStreamline HR Compliance with oneBADGEhealthcareSimplify screening, credentialing, and compliance for healthcare HR. oneBADGEhealthcare from ISB Global offers a tailored solution to keep your workforce compliant and efficient. Built for healthcare leaders, it's your all-in-one compliance tool.Get Started here - https://isbglobalservices.com/onebadgeunitedstates/ashhra/ Support the show

In this episode, Rhonda Rivers, owner of RJR Paralegal and Administrative Services, LLC in Houston, TX, shares her expertise on how paralegals can streamline legal work and support law firms in a variety of practice areas. With a team of experienced senior paralegals, RJR provides services in case management, administrative support, training, and more, helping law firms stay efficient and organized. We dive into: ·       The specialized skills paralegals develop to address different legal fields. ·       How paralegals assist with document preparation and filing processes. ·       The evolving landscape of law firms and how they've adapted since 2020. Learn how Rhonda and her team help clients stay ahead with practical paralegal services that make a difference. To stay updated with Rhonda and her work, visit her LinkedIn or email chosen2srv@yahoo.com Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr 

When you think of legal ops at a global company like Heineken, you might not picture a former sports broadcaster leading the charge. But that's exactly Sean Houston's path—and it's given him a unique edge. In this episode, Mary sits down with Sean, Heineken's Head of Legal Operations, to unpack how he built the function from scratch. From vendor-side lessons to internal change management, Sean shares sharp, actionable insights on making legal ops work in a complex, global environment. In this episode: Unlikely Origins: How Sean went from a mic in hand as a sports broadcaster to a key voice in legal transformation. When to Say No: Learning the hard way how to push back and prioritize when everything feels like a good idea. From Vendor to Buyer: Why experience on the vendor side gives you X-ray vision into what makes tech rollouts succeed—or stall. AI Reality Check: No hype, just practical: How Sean is introducing AI across the team through Copilot and internal bots, focusing on comfort and adoption over flash. Europe Rising: Why legal ops in Europe is no longer in catch-up mode—and how it's finding its own rhythm. Hiring Smart: Why the best legal ops talent might come from inside your own company—and what Sean looks for when building his team. If you're scaling legal ops, wrestling with tech priorities, or just curious how to make meaningful change in a global org, this episode is packed with insight. Sean brings clarity, candor, and a practical mindset to the big questions shaping the future of legal. Follow Mary on LinkedIn Rate and review on Apple Podcasts

178/136: Als Chief Operating Officer (COO) Germany und Eastern Europe in einer der weltweit größten Wirtschaftskanzleien spielt Astrid Altmann Forbes eine zentrale Rolle in der Führung und strategischen Ausrichtung des Unternehmens. In ihrer Rolle als COO arbeitet sie Hand in Hand mit dem Senior Partner und dem German Executive Team zusammen, um die langfristige Vision und das kontinuierliche Wachstum der Kanzlei voranzutreiben. Darüber hinaus ist sie verantwortlich für die Leitung und Koordination von mehr als 250 Business Team Mitgliedern in Deutschland. Die Business Teams umfassen neben den Bereichen Business Development & Marketing, Finance, HR, Legal Operations, Legal & Risk, Operations, Technology sowie Translations auch den Assistenzbereich. Astrid Altmann Forbes gibt uns Einblicke, wie Sie als Führungskraft die Rolle der Assistenz wahrnimmt und wie das Assistenzteam bei Linklaters organisiert ist. Neben ihrer Tätigkeit bei Linklaters engagiert sich Astrid bei den @‌Working Moms e.V., einem Netzwerk berufstätiger Mütter, die sich dafür einsetzen, dass Frauen selbstverständlich beides haben können – Kinder und Karriere. Sie ist Mutter von Zwillingssöhnen im Teenageralter und verbringt ihre Wochenenden im Winter gerne in den Bergen. Links:

On Thursday, June 5th, we hosted CMO Series Live 2025 in New York. Throughout the day, we witnessed sessions led by senior marketing leaders and managing partners. Today, we are revisiting one of the standout sessions of the day, which explored the way AI is reshaping the landscape for legal marketing and business development.  Moderated by Sam Page, we heard from: Jen Leonard, Founder & Principal at Creative Lawyers,  Darth Vaughn, Associate General Counsel & Managing Director, Policy and Legal Operations at Ford Motor Company Bridget Mary McCormack, President and CEO at American Arbitration Association Jim Metzger, Chief Financial Officer at Reed Smith Jen, Darth, Bridget, and Jim addressed how CMOs can adapt to recognize and meet their clients' needs and expectations, and how to make internal strategic investments in having AI-driven legal services. This special episode covers:  How AI is changing the conversations that they are having in their organizations The strategic steps CMOs should be taking to revolutionize business development and marketing models as AI comes into play Examples of specific AI deployments  The current positioning of the wider market for adopting and using AI, especially for clients of law firms   The methods to train and develop associates on the use of AI, whilst focusing on critical thinking The approaches that CMOs can take to having conversations with their CFOs on rationalizing the cost of implementing AI

Women Who Lead 048: Betsy Cameron, Jeana Sander, Talia Tiffany | Bold Catalysts   Welcome back to this monthly series of Women Who Lead. In this episode, I'm sitting down with three lovely ladies in the real estate industry: Betsy Cameron, President of Ebby Holiday Companies; Gina Sander, Vice President and Regional Manager at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties; and Tallie Tiffany, Director of Legal Operations at HomeServices of America. We dive into the importance of legacy, bold decision-making, and the mindset shifts required to lead effectively during transformative times.   Meet the Leaders Betsy Cameron, President, Ebby Halliday Companies, betsycameron@ebby.com Jeana Sander, Vice President & Vice President & Regional Manager, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, JeanaSander@bhhscal.com Talia Tiffany, Director of Legal Operations, HomeServices of America, TaliaTiffany@homeservices.com    Humble Beginnings in Real Estate Betsy Cameron: Raised in a real estate family, Betsy's journey led her from teaching special education to becoming an executive in the real estate industry. She credits her mother's influence, a foundation in service, and embracing both legacy and innovation as key leadership drivers. Gina Sander: Transitioning from commercial to residential real estate, Gina found a passion for guiding clients through major decisions. Her career saw acceleration through multiple leadership invites, leading to her overseeing 700 California agents with a focus on values, integrity, and authentic connection. Tallie Tiffany: With a strong background in law and real estate from a young age, Tallie blends legal expertise with practical business insights. She shares the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and “lifting as you climb,” especially through peer collaboration.   Navigating Courageous Decisions Each leader shares their moments that required boldness—whether it was Betsy making the leap after 16 years at another brokerage, Gina uprooting her life to take a career leap, or Tallie leaving a secure legal job for the uncertainties of a commission-based role.  At the heart: integrity, compassion, and staying true to core values, even when change is uncomfortable.   Building Legacy and Fostering Inclusion We delve into how these women honor the legacies of their predecessors while innovating for the future.  All three emphasize creating space at the table for women, elevating colleagues, and developing skills through both mentorship and sponsorship.  They also discuss the importance of inclusivity and support networks within and beyond their organizations.   Real Estate and Tech: Meeting Today's Challenges Facing market challenges like affordability, inventory shortages, and shifting client expectations, the ladies highlight the critical role of education, data, and new technology tools, including AI and automated marketing solutions.  They stress adaptability and continuous learning as essential leadership qualities.   Favorite Quotes, Podcasts, and Books Tallie shares that her two favorite podcasts are "Women at Work" by Harvard Business Review and "Good Hang" by Amy Poehler.  Betsy shares that she enjoys listening to Simon Sinek the most.  Gina loved the book “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz and is subscribed to the Daily Stoic. She just recently finished reading “The Obstacle Is the Way” by Ryan Holiday. Also, her favorite quote is by Winston Churchill, “You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stones at every dog that barks.”   When you help another woman rise, we all shine. And that's how we make an impact. So, let's build each other up and shine brighter than the sun. For more great content from Teresa, connect with her on LinkedIn, join her Women Who Lead Series on Facebook, and subscribe to her YouTube channel. You can find more episodes of Women Who Lead on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere else podcasts can be found.   This episode is brought to you in part by Venus et Fleur. Are you looking for a great way to show appreciation to family, friends, or even customers? Give them a floral arrangement they won't forget anytime soon. These beautiful arrangements make the perfect closing gift for any realtor to stay top of mind. Visit venusetfleur.com and use code “hsoa20” when ordering for 20% off.

When legal ops meets the AI data revolution, what does it actually look like on the ground? In this episode, Mary O'Carroll sits down with Aaron Bromagem, Head of Legal Operations at Snowflake, to talk about what it means to lead legal ops inside one of the top AI and data companies—and why the role today is barely recognizable from just a few years ago. Aaron shares how his team is navigating breakneck change, massive expectations from leadership, and a vendor landscape that's expanding faster than anyone can track. If you've ever felt like your strategy gets outdated before you even finish writing it down, this one's for you. In this episode: Navigating Uncertainty: Aaron opens up about what it's like to lead in an environment where priorities shift every quarter—and why nimbleness beats planning. GCs as Technologists: The modern general counsel is demanding more data, faster delivery, and deeper insights. Here's what that means for legal ops. The Rise of the Legal Data Model: How Snowflake built a system to turn legal operations data into reliable enterprise intelligence—and why it's powering product features now. Prompt Engineering vs. Agent Workflows: As AI evolves, are we moving from writing prompts to building complex legal workflows powered by agents? The Vendor Maze: Why every legal tech vendor says the same thing—and how Aaron separates the useful from the fluff. A New Profile for Legal Ops: Technical backgrounds, data fluency, and an operations-first mindset—Aaron and Mary discuss how the ideal candidate is changing. If you're in legal ops and feel like you're barely keeping up with the pace of change, you're not alone. But as Aaron shows, with the right mindset and tools, there's huge opportunity in the chaos. Follow Mary on LinkedIn Rate and review on Apple Podcasts

In this special episode of CLOC Talk, recorded live from the CLOC EMEA Summit in London, Rachel St. Peter, Global Head of Legal Operations & Functional Excellence, Nestlé and member of our EMEA Advisory Committee, leads a panel discussion on the future of the legal ops profession with Kristen Zmrhal, Vice President of Product Strategy at DISCO, and Melissa Sauser, Legal Tech Manager for Philip Morris International. The panel emphasizes the need for managing culture and shifting mindsets to stay ahead. They also share insights on data-driven decision-making, storytelling with data, and the adoption of new technologies. Kristen and Melissa discuss how a positive culture is crucial for successful change management and highlight the importance of collaboration and leveraging resources across departments. Tune in as the panel shares their predictions for the legal ops industry by 2030, including the importance of understanding data and legal departments being measured on the value they generate.

In this podcast panel discussion, the speakers provided an introductory discussion on LDI and its impact on how data is reviewed, analyzed and used to identify relationship trends.   Moderator: @Ravan Roddy - eDiscovery Manager, Zoetis   Panelists: @Chris Acosta - Director, eDiscovery Resources, Morrison Foerster @Carl Morrison -  Senior Manager, Legal Operations, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.) Recorded 3-14-2025

Today, we host a fantastic guest, Barbara Rogers, Vice President of Legal Operations, Strategy & Transformation at Honeywell, a Fortune 500 powerhouse known for developing cutting-edge technologies that tackle global challenges in safety, security, and energy. Barbara is at the heart of driving transformation within the company's legal operations. With a career spanning HR, procurement, and legal, she has led large-scale global transformation initiatives. She started out as an attorney focused on commercial and consumer plaintiff work, before moving into strategic business roles, including a time at Motorola as Senior Strategic Business Alliance Manager. Now, at Honeywell, she's building a forward-thinking legal operations function—one that's guided by strategy, innovation, and a clear roadmap for the future. In fact, her team's work was recognized last year with the Financial Times North America Innovative Lawyers Award for Innovation in Operational Transformation. In our conversation, Barbara shares her insights on legal operations and strategy at Honeywell, how she's cultivating a creative and innovative team, the common thread that ties together her diverse career, and how to navigate the fear and opportunities surrounding generative AI. Read the full transcript of today's episode here: https://www.seyfarth.com/dir_docs/podcast_transcripts/pioneers_Barbara_Rogers.pdf

In the episode of CLOC Talk, guest host Jeremiah Kincannon chats with Justin Schweisberger, Chief Revenue Officer at Pramata and Kari Walden, Assistant General Counsel at Jack Henry about strategic planning in legal operations. They explore the importance of aligning legal operations with company strategy. And, share hurdles and successes, like improving sales contract processes and implementing post-contract management systems. Justin and Kari emphasize the significance of communication, timing, and achieving quick wins to gain buy-in for legal operations initiatives. Tune in as they offer tips on persisting through failure and learning from experiences!Special thanks to our sponsor Pramata for this episode!

In this episode, David Cowen dives into the transformative role of Legal Data Intelligence (LDI) with industry leaders Julia Hasenzahl, Jeremiah Weasenforth, and Ashley Christakis. They discuss how meta-skills like strategic thinking and adaptability are reshaping legal operations and explore how experiential knowledge is driving predictive insights across the legal ecosystem. Key Topics: Meta-Skills Matter: Why adaptability, curiosity, and problem-spotting are essential for thriving in LDI. Expanding Roles: How LDI professionals are integrating e-discovery, governance, privacy, and risk management. Building Talent: The importance of fostering a culture of radical thinking to attract top talent in a competitive market. Better vs. Different: The dual need to improve current processes while rethinking how legal data is used to create predictive strategies. Meet the Guests: Julia Hasenzahl : Co-founder and CEO of ProSearch, a leader in applying data intelligence to legal operations and e-discovery. Jeremiah Weasenforth: Legal Analytics Director at Edward Jones, pioneering data-driven approaches to legal strategy. Ashley Christakis: Senior Manager eDiscovery and Legal Operations at CrowdStrike, innovating the intersection of e-discovery and operational excellence. Subscribe and Share: Catch every episode of Careers in the Business of Law on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Take your career from now to next. Never eat alone.

Send us a textCan legal operations keep pace with the demands of a global workforce? This week, I sit down with Sam Ross, Chief Legal officer at Remote, the HR platform that's redefining global hiring. Sam shares insights on scaling legal teams, building efficient processes and the future of legal operations in an AI-driven world. If you're curious about how to lead in a global economy, optimise legal services for maximum impact, this episode's for you! Go give it a listen now. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Sam discussing: Pragmatism in hiring Career Journey and Transition to In-House Roles Adapting to the Tech and Fintech WorldThe Value of Curiosity and Asking Questions Building Relationships with Legal Recruiters Connect with Sam here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-ross-29ab0311/ You can now communicate with us through fan mail, find out more here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/legally-speaking-podcast_exciting-news-legally-speaking-podcast-activity-7272211019375030272-AtMi?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_iosSupport the show

Watch the YouTube version of this episode HEREAre you looking to take advantage of a new case management system? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer Podcast, Becca interviews Claude Simpson, Head of Training at Smart Advocate. Claude shares his extensive experience in the legal field and provides an in-depth look at Smart Advocate's case management system. Claude talks about the importance of Smart Advocate. It is a case management software that helps lawyers and firms manage their cases in a comprehensive and inclusive way. Many lawyers are quite hesitant to use case management softwares. One of these hesitations is believing that a case management system will do the work for a firm. Even though software like Smart Advocate can keep files organized, those in the firm still need to input the information or review the information. Smart Advocate is a tool that can make work easier and simpler for firms, but won't do everything to keep a firm running smoothly. There are many great features to Smart Advocate. One of them is making the client communication process better. Smart Advocate can automate messages or emails for you that are sent to the client. The software also uses templates to draft documents so staff don't need to sit down and copy and paste information into a word document or email.Listen in to learn more about Smart Advocate!06:49 The importance of data mapping during the onboarding process12:18 Misconceptions lawyers have about case management software capabilities15:20 Challenges law firms face with existing case management systems16:13 Improving client communication and reducing staff workload23:24 KPI's for attorneys and case management insightsTune in to today's episode and checkout the full show notes here.Connect with Smart Advocate:Website Instagram Facebook  LinkedIn  Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

If you've ever thought that there should be a better way for lawyers to work, this episode is for you. Your host, Rob Hanna, was joined by Maurus Schreyvogel, the Legal Function Consulting Leader in Europe West at EY, to talk about his role in legal innovation and operations, where he pushes the boundaries of what can be done in the sector. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Maurus discussing:Switzerland's place in the legal tech landscapeThe difference between legal innovation and legal operationsHow legal tech innovations will transform the industryThe changing role of technology in legal operationsAdvice for aspiring legal operations professionalsJoin us on your favourite podcast streaming app!Don't forget to join our Discord community where we connect with like-minded people, share resources, and continue the conversation from this episode.Sponsored by Clio - the #1 legal software for clients, cases, billing and more!

In today's episode, I am joined by Justin Ergler, a globally recognized thought leader in legal operations and legal procurement. We discuss the evolving role of business professionals in the legal industry and how value-based billing models are reshaping the traditional law firm structure.  With a global legal industry valued at $1 trillion, Justin shares his insights on alternative fee arrangements, the importance of building strong client-firm relationships, and how legal departments and law firms can optimize value while maintaining profitability. The episode offers practical advice for lawyers navigating the intersection of law and business, providing specific strategies to improve client service and communication. At a Glance: 00:00 – Introduction and Justin Ergler's Background 00:02 – The Evolving Role of Business Professionals in Legal Operations 00:05 – The Billable Hour: Exploring Alternatives and Addressing Concerns 00:10 – Case Studies: How Alternative Fee Arrangements Work in High-Stakes Matters 00:14 – Trust and Transparency: Building Strong Client-Firm Relationships 00:17 – Communicating Rate Increases: The Importance of Tailored Approaches 00:22 – Understanding Client Needs: Business-Side Conversations with Law Firms 00:28 – The Legal Value Network: Elevating Business Practices in Law 00:36 – Closing Thoughts and How to Learn More About Legal Value Network Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Do you enjoy listening to Big Law Life?  Please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps support and reach more people like you who want to grow a career in Big Law.  For Apple Podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast here!  For Spotify, tap here on your mobile phone, follow the podcast, listen to the show, then find the rating icon below the description, and tap to rate with five stars. How to reach Justin Ergler: justin.ergler@gmail.com https://www.legalvaluenetwork.com https://www.legalvaluenetwork.com/the-board https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinergler   Interested in doing 1-2-1 coaching with Laura Terrell? Or learning more about her work coaching and consulting? - here are ways to reach out to her: www.lauraterrell.com  laura@lauraterrell.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauralterrell/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraterrellcoaching/  Show notes: https://www.lauraterrell.com/podcast  

This week, we're live from The Masters Conference Legal Power Skills, hosted by Rich Robinson. Co-hosts Tom and Tommie, joined by Cat Casey and a live audience, open an anonymous letter from Charlie "Champion-for-Change" Chapman from California. Together, they discuss navigating change and building personal brands in the legal industry, sharing experiences and insights from their careers. Whether battling impostor syndrome or looking to develop meaningful relationships, discover how power skills in the workplace can help you understand your audience, stay true to yourself, and balance data-driven insights with emotional intelligence.      Special thanks to The Masters Conference and Rich Robinson for his expert moderation.    Rich Robinson, Director, Legal Operations and Litigation Support at Toyota North America (LinkedIn: @RichRobinson-Toyota)    Dear Legal Ops  IG: @dearlegalops  LinkedIn: @dearlegalops  Facebook: @dearlegalops  Twitter: @dearlegalops  TikTok: @dearlegalops  www.dearlegalops.com    Tommie Tavares-Ferreira  Linkedin: @tommie  IG: @suttontell    Tom Stephenson  LinkedIn: @tstephenson1  IG: @tacotacotomtom    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  Do you know that you're supposed to ask your network to help you?  But you don't want to feel icky doing it?  In this episode, we do a deep dive with Rupa on: - How to share you're interested in a role even when it is uncomfortable.  - How informational interviews can lead you to your dream role. - How to graciously ask your network to help you get introductions that can lead to job interviews.  - How to make an impact even when your department is under-resourced. - How going to therapy can help you manage your new job and life changes. Connect with Rupa at linkedin.com/in/rupabhandari. Follow Samorn on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim. Get a copy of Samorn's book, “Belonging: Self Love Lessons From A Workaholic Depressed Insomniac Lawyer” at https://tinyurl.com/swpc578c. Get weekly career tips by signing up for our advice column at www.careerunicorns.com.