The rise of generative AI, rapid advancements in AI models, and the emergence of autonomous agentic AI have transformed data from a liability into a strategic asset, enabling organizations to generate rich insights, uncover hidden connections, and make informed decisions at an unprecedented scale. 

This session will explore how these breakthroughs are reshaping the legal landscape, offering leaders in e-discovery and other legal functions the tools to prepare for the future. We’ll examine how corporate legal departments are capitalizing on AI opportunities, including the specific use cases they are prioritizing and how these applications are driving innovation. The discussion will also delve into how AI is redefining what it means to be a skilled legal professional, influencing hiring decisions and partnerships with law firms. 

Attendees will gain insights into overcoming the challenges of moving from experimentation to successful AI deployment, the types of legal professionals who will thrive in this new era, and the evolving dynamics between legal departments and outside counsel. By addressing these critical topics, the session aims to equip participants with actionable perspectives to navigate the seismic shifts AI is bringing to the industry. 

Key Takeaways  

• The top challenges associated with crossing the chasm from tinkering with a promising technology to successfully deploying it in practice.  
• How these changes impact the legal department's engagements and relationships with outside counsel.
• How the emergence of AI changes the definition of a skilled and talented legal professional and what competencies and experiences organizations look for when they choose who to hire and which law firm to work with.