Ari Kaplan speaks with the following leaders at the 2026 International Legal Technology Association Annual Conference:
Faith Benson, Vice President of Marketing, SimplyAgree
Ross Guberman, Founder and CEO, BriefCatch
Gabriel Karawani, Co-Founder, ClearPeople
Dan Malgran, Vice
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Reinventing Professionals, published by Ari Kaplan Advisors, focuses on the evolving landscape of legal practice through the lens of innovation, technology, and strategic design. The blog explores topics such as the integration of artificial intelligence in contract review and legal workflows, the impact of digital transformation on law firms, and the role of design and user experience in shaping future legal services. It also addresses challenges like AI trust and compliance risks, as well as business development and leadership within the legal industry. The content often includes expert interviews and discussions on how legal professionals can adapt to and leverage emerging technologies and strategies.
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