The Legalpreneurs Sandbox

This podcast was delivered on 25 August 2023 and is the ninth and final session in CLI’s AI for Legal Series. In this session Lisa Crosbie, Technology Evangelist and Amanda Fajerman, Engagement Manager, both at Barhead discussed Driving your business forward with Microsoft Copilot. Topics covered included: What is Microsoft Copilot? Where will Microsoft Copilot be available? When will Microsoft Copilot be available? The need to be ready for Microsoft Copilot How to drive your business forward with Microsoft Copilot Reduce your digital debt Audit your context, knowledge and information sources Update your MS Knowledge and Governance Framework Prepare your workforce Embed ‘productivity efficiency’ mindsets Resources CLI Legal Generative AI LinkedIn Group CLI Generative AI Initiative If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

Julian Webb, a Professor of Law at Melbourne Law School, dives into the hot topics of AI and ethics in legal practice. He discusses the historical context of legal AI and the evolution of expert systems. The conversation addresses the 'black box problem' of AI decision-making and the ethical obligations of legal practitioners regarding accuracy and client confidentiality. Webb emphasizes the importance of regulatory frameworks to ensure responsible AI use, while also advocating for cross-disciplinary collaboration in navigating these challenges.

This podcast was delivered on 2 August 2023 and is the seventh session in CLI’s AI for Legal Series. In this session Joel Barolsky, Principal, Edge International discussed how Generative AI is changing law firm strategy and business models. Topics covered in this session included how current generative AI will impact a law firm’s business strategy and business model for: Team structure, shape and composition Leverage, pricing margin and utilisation The dynamics and exchange of value between firms and their clients The role and offering of private law firms Marketing and business development Firm-wide capabilities and skill sets Risk and the cost of PI insurance New growth opportunities in advising clients on AI-related matters Industry structure and profitability Likely winners and losers Resources CLI Legal Generative AI LinkedIn Group CLI Generative AI Initiative If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

Ab Saraswat, Chief Revenue Officer, Lupl and Founder, Fringe Legal discusses ChatGPT prompt engineering for legal in this podcast. Topics include prompt engineering basics, prompt formatting, techniques and best practices, ethical considerations, and resources for prompt engineering with OpenAI API.

This podcast was delivered on 19 July 2023 and is the fifth session in CLI’s AI for Legal Series. In this session Patrick Fair, Principal, Patrick Fair Associates discussed Generative AI, ChatGPT and IP Rights. Topics covered included: Generative AI overview Impact of GenAI on: Design Rights, Circuit Layout rights, Trade Marks, Patents and Copyright Compare and contrast the legal position outside Australia Review of recent cases Resources CLI Legal Generative AI LinkedIn Group CLI Generative AI Initiative If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

In this podcast,  the final episode of eight in the CLI’s Women Legal Business Founders and Leaders Series offered through our Legalpreneurs Lab, Women Legalpreneurs Special Interest Group, Terri Mottershead, Executive Director, Centre for Legal Innovation facilitated a discussion focused on the journey from Managing Partner to Founder and what it takes to build a legacy with three outstanding women founders and leaders from Australia: Kristen Podagiel, Co-Founder, UNIQ You Sarah Rey, Founding Partner, Justitia Lawyers and Consultants Allison Warburton, Co-Founder and Director, Lacuna Professional Solutions Topics covered in this session included: Defining legacy – What is it? What does it mean to you? Is it ok not to focus on it, ever? Is it a solo or collaborative decision? Building a runway – What is a “runway”? How long is it? Why is it important? Is there an “ah ha” moment when it’s time to move on? What does it look like? How does the journey end, with a bang, a but, or a what’s next? If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

This podcast was delivered on 11 July 2023 and is the fourth session in CLI’s AI for Legal Series. In this session Krystal Jackson, eDiscovery Senior Manager, Ashurst Advance discussed data – what you need to know, what you need to do, and how you can get ready for the legal AI revolution. Topics covered included: What data is (and is not) Data governance and storage On premise vs cloud storage Data collection and disclosure What data works best with AI Resources CLI Legal Generative AI LinkedIn Group CLI Generative AI Initiative If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

This podcast was delivered on 7 July 2023 and is the third session in CLI’s AI for Legal Series. In this session Stan Chua, Service Delivery Manager, Technology, Lander & Rogers discussed Large Language Models. Topics covered included: Machine Learning, Large Language Model, Generative AI – What’s the difference? Large Language Model: How does it work? How does it learn? Transformer – the magic tool behind ChatGPT Impact, ethics and risk considerations Hallucinations Future of Large Language Models Resources CLI Legal Generative AI LinkedIn GroupCLI Generative AI Initiative If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

This podcast was delivered on 27 June 2023 and is the second session in CLI’s AI for Legal Series. In this session, Ab Saraswat, Chief Revenue Officer at Lupl and Founder of Fringe Legal discussed ChatGPT Plugins – Why? Now? Next? Topics covered included: The difference between APIs, Apps and Plugins How ChatGPT Plugins are solving some of the limitations of ChatGPT, enabling more dynamic, context-aware systems The risks and challenges associated with ChatGPT Plugins, including data security and reliability Predictions about the future of ChatGPT Plugins, including growth trends and advanced integration possibilities The potential for the development of legal-specific plugins and their implications for the legal sector Resources         Fringe Legal #82: Unveiling the Impact of ChatGPT Plugins on Legal Tech         Fringe Legal: Law Tech Daily         CLI Legal Generative AI LinkedIn Group         CLI Generative AI Initiative If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.

This podcast was delivered on 20 June 2023 and launched CLI’s AI for Legal Series. In this session, Caryn Sandler, Partner + Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer and Mitchell Scott, Data and Delivery Manager, both from Gilbert + Tobin, discussed How to Use Generative AI and ChatGPT in Legal Practice. Topics covered included: The changing AI landscape The legal generative AI toolkit What’s coming around the corner in legal AI The approaches taken to AI in the legal industry so far Risks and ethical considerations when using generative AI The do’s and don’ts of generative AI If you would prefer to watch rather than listen to this episode, you’ll find the video in our CLI-Collaborate (CLIC) free Resource Hub here.