In-House Outliers 2025 Predictions with Brightflag's Kevin Cohn
Jan 8, 2025
Kevin Cohn, a key figure at Brightflag with deep expertise in legal operations, shares his insights on the future of legal tech. He discusses the expected rise in legal operations hiring and employee compensation trends. The conversation delves into the transformative impact of AI on legal processes and the necessary adaptations in response to shifting regulations, particularly contrasting the US and EU approaches. Cohn also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and customer support in navigating CLM advancements and overcoming industry challenges.
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Legal Ops Hiring Trends
- Legal ops hiring increased in 2024, with more junior positions available.
- Senior legal ops professionals may find fewer director-level opportunities.
Legal Ops Compensation
- Legal ops compensation is not yet standardized, though the average continues to rise.
- The highest earner in a recent survey made $1 million, showing potential.
AI Adoption in Legal
- Legal teams often define AI usage policies but face internal "shadow AI" use.
- Increased comfort with AI in legal stems from observing its success in other departments.