Lawyerist Podcast #566: Building Solutions from Legal Experience, with Katya Fisher
Jun 26, 2025
Katya Fisher, CEO and founder of Aricor, is a legal tech pioneer with over 15 years in mergers and acquisitions. She discusses her transition from solo practice during the Great Recession to creating innovative solutions for dealmakers. Katya shares insights on identifying inefficiencies in legal processes and how she built tools to enhance clarity and efficiency. She reveals why many tech tools fail lawyers and emphasizes the need for self-awareness and collaboration in the legal field, inspiring those seeking to innovate beyond traditional practices.
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Solo Practice During Recession
- Katya started her solo law practice at age 27 during the Great Recession with no specialty and little technology.
- She grew it into a successful firm advising entrepreneurs and serving as outside general counsel.
Solo Practice Builds Competitive Edge
- Running her own practice gave Katya a competitive advantage in later in-house roles.
- She could manage broad legal issues beyond specialized lawyers' narrow focuses.
Focus and Future Planning
- Katya hyper-focuses on tasks that interest her, sometimes working 14-16 hours without distraction.
- She plans work by anticipating future organizational needs as deals and client bases grow.
