Shaping the Future of the Legal Profession
Artificial intelligence is no longer a future consideration for legal teams. It is already embedded in daily workflows, reshaping how work gets done across law firms and corporate legal functions. As foundation models improve in capability and reliability, they are redefining how legal work is structured and where value sits.
Adoption is widespread, and the focus has shifted from access to execution: how to integrate AI securely, govern its use and turn productivity gains into strategic advantage. Routine tasks such as research, document review and drafting are increasingly automated, allowing lawyers to focus on higher-value work while reshaping the balance between in-house teams and external counsel and elevating the importance of proprietary data. Yet challenges remain. Many still lack clear governance, training and a consistent approach to scaling AI, meaning the next phase will depend on how effectively leaders embed the technology, manage risk and capture its value.
This executive dinner, hosted by the Financial Times in partnership with Harvey, will bring together senior legal leaders to explore what the next phase of AI adoption will look like for the profession, and how to position for the years ahead.
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The Expert Panel
Key Discussion Points
Reshaping Relationships
How is AI reshaping the relationship between in-house teams and external counsel?
Governance and Risk
What does effective governance and risk management look like as AI becomes embedded in legal workflows?
The Role of the Lawyer
As routine work is automated, how is the role of the lawyer evolving, and which skills will matter most?