Legal Innovation Spotlight
55 - AI Tech Adoption: How Law Firms Can Strike a Balance Between Hype and Reality with Peter Duffy
Feb 12, 2025
Peter Duffy, Founder and CEO of Titans, offers a deep dive into AI adoption in the legal sector. With a strong background in technology, he highlights the necessity of starting small and building trust in emerging tools. Duffy discusses the disparity in AI uptake among law firms and emphasizes the importance of leadership in overcoming skepticism. He also touches on the balance between innovation and cautious implementation to enhance legal practices, revealing insights that can guide firms through the challenges of modernizing their operations.
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Quick takeaways
- Law firms should start with small, well-defined AI use cases to build trust and minimize user frustration during implementation.
- Measuring ROI from AI in legal practices remains challenging due to complexity in workflows and traditional billing models.
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Background and Career Progression
Peter Duffy's diverse career trajectory began in software development before transitioning into consulting and legal tech. Initially trained as an energy engineer, he shifted his focus to technology startups, exploring areas like online advertising and political canvassing. His tenure at Deloitte Digital involved leading significant technological projects for various industries, including financial services and telecommunications. Subsequently, Duffy established his own consultancy, Titans, where he now specializes in legal technology and AI application within the legal sector.
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