My name is Zach Abramowitz and I am Legally Disrupted. Once a conventional law professional, I ventured into startup territory, and now through my consulting firm, Killer Whale Strategies, I guide law firms, legal departments, and strategic acquirers to capitalize on disruptive legal trends. Want to stay current on how all of this is impacting the legal profession? I’ve got you covered. By spotlighting key players, identifying significant trends, and showcasing innovative companies, I provide a concise, engaging view of the legal shake-up and I try my best to make it fun!
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My name is Zach Abramowitz and I am Legally Disrupted. Once a conventional law professional, I ventured into startup territory, and now through my consulting firm, Killer Whale Strategies, I guide law firms, legal departments, and strategic acquirers to capitalize on disruptive legal trends. Want to stay current on how all of this is impacting the legal profession? I’ve got you covered. By spotlighting key players, identifying significant trends, and showcasing innovative companies, I provide a concise, engaging view of the legal shake-up and I try my best to make it fun!
E16 - How Biglaw Can and Should Partner with Early Stage Startups, with Ilona Logvinova and Evan Shenkman
Zach Abramowitz is Legally Disrupted
42 minutes 20 seconds
9 months ago
E16 - How Biglaw Can and Should Partner with Early Stage Startups, with Ilona Logvinova and Evan Shenkman
In this engaging conversation, Ilona and Evan discuss their roles and experiences in leading innovation within their respective law firms, Cleary Gottlieb and Fisher Phillips. Ilona, the Director of Practice Innovation at Cleary, shares her journey from McKinsey to leading a transformation journey at Cleary. Evan, the Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer at Fisher Phillips, talks about his shift from labor and employment law into knowledge management and legal technology. The discussion covers their strategies for partnering with early-stage companies, the impact of generative AI on the legal industry, the importance of being thought leaders, and the challenges and opportunities of incorporating AI into legal practices. They also delve into the long-term benefits of working with startups, AI governance, and the future trajectory of AI in redefining the value proposition of the legal profession.
Topics discussed:
IIona's Journey and Role at Cleary
Evan's Career Path and Role at Fisher Phillips
The Impact of Generative AI on Legal Tech
Pre-Generative AI Adoption Strategies
Evaluating Startups and Early Partnerships
Risk Management and AI Governance
Learn More:
Ilona - https://www.pli.edu/faculty/ilona-logvinova-i2002979
Evan - https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/people/evan-shenkman.html
Zach - https://www.legallydisrupted.com/
Follow Along:
Ilona - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilonalogvinova
Evan - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-shenkman-5445123
Zach - linkedin.com/in/zachabramowitz
Zach Abramowitz is Legally Disrupted
My name is Zach Abramowitz and I am Legally Disrupted. Once a conventional law professional, I ventured into startup territory, and now through my consulting firm, Killer Whale Strategies, I guide law firms, legal departments, and strategic acquirers to capitalize on disruptive legal trends. Want to stay current on how all of this is impacting the legal profession? I’ve got you covered. By spotlighting key players, identifying significant trends, and showcasing innovative companies, I provide a concise, engaging view of the legal shake-up and I try my best to make it fun!