Nate Kostelnik: How to start using AI for contract review, one clause at a time

Attorney and legal tech thought leader Nate Kostelnik joins Juro’s Brief Encounters to discuss how AI is transforming contract review. Discover how to start small, avoid “playbook maximalism,” and use AI thoughtfully to negotiate faster — without losing context or control.

Glen Waters: Fundraising, term sheets, and scaling: practical advice for early-stage founders

In this episode of Brief Encounters, Richard speaks with Glen Walters, Head of Early Stage Tech and Life Sciences at
HSBC Innovation Banking

Patty Corey: AI without the shame spiral: finding balance in legal ops automation

Aspen Aerogels' Patty Corey on adopting AI in legal ops without the 'shame spiral' that stops teams experimenting. She talks through building practical playbooks, evaluating vendors honestly, and balancing speed with staying defensible.

Lucy Bassli: How AI is changing the shape of legal operations

Legal-ops pioneer and CLM Simplified author Lucy Bassli explains how AI is reshaping the function from the ground up — not by replacing lawyers, but by redrawing where their time is best spent. A clear-eyed take on what to automate first and what to leave alone.

Alfred Biehler: What a former Head of Innovation at Google thinks lawyers should focus on in the age of AI

A former Head of Innovation at Microsoft and Google, Alfred Biehler on where lawyers should really focus as AI matures. He argues the winners won't be the most technical teams, but the ones who get clearest about which problems are worth solving.

Reena SenGupta: What the legal industry missed about innovation

RSG Consulting's Reena SenGupta, one of the sector's most respected strategists, on what the legal industry has long misunderstood about innovation. She unpacks why so many initiatives stall, and what genuinely changes how firms and in-house teams work.

Daniel Glazer | How UK startups can scale in the US

Wilson Sonsini's Daniel Glazer advises UK tech companies crossing the Atlantic. He covers the legal and cultural traps of US expansion, when to make the move, and how to scale stateside without losing momentum at home.

Mark Austin | Why tech companies should IPO in the UK

In this episode of Brief Encounters, Richard is joined by Mark Austin CBE, Partner at Latham & Watkins LLP, former Chair of the Listing Authority Advisory Panel, and an expert voice on the evolving landscape of public markets.

Tom Hambrett | How Revolut scaled from 1 lawyer to a $45 billion valuation

In the first episode of a brand new season, Richard is joined by Tom Hambrett, Partner and Chief Legal Officer at Revolut. During his tenure, Revolut has grown from a startup to a giant with a $45 billion valuation, 50 million customers worldwide, and a team of 160+ lawyers.

Daniel Hulme | What is AI consciousness?

Richard is joined by Daniel Hulme, CEO of Satalia and Chief Al Officer at WPP to discuss the evolution of Al, its impact on knowledge workers, and the future of machine consciousness.

Lord Tim Clement-Jones | How should the UK government regulate AI in 2025?

This week, Richard spoke to Lord Tim Clement-Jones. They discussed Tim's career journey, the evolution of AI in the digital economy, its impact on professional services, and the potential for AI to improve access to justice.

Alex Hamilton | We need to declare a truce in contracting

Alex and Richard discuss the evolution of contracting practices, the role of lawyers, and the importance of fostering relationships in business.

Andy Cooke | Why efficiency is not enough

TravelPerk GC Andy Cooke on how the in-house role is shifting from gatekeeper to genuine business partner. He shares where legal adds the most value in a fast-moving company, and how to earn a seat at the table before the deal is done.

Jake Jones | Are AI Agents the answer to legal bottlenecks?

Flank co-founder Jake Jones draws on seven-plus years building AI products to show how legal teams can take on their highest-volume, lowest-joy work through automation. A grounded view of what the technology can — and can't yet — do reliably.

Dana Denis-Smith | Once a lawyer, always a lawyer…

In this episode, Richard and Dana discuss the journey from lawyer to entrepreneur, though they realise quite quickly that once a lawyer always a lawyer! The two get to grips with how AI should be seen as a transformative force in the legal profession and how it must adapt to new generations' expectations.

Mel Storey | How TikTok is changing community building for lawyers

In this conversation, Mel and Richard discuss the mindset shift required when transitioning from a well-established corporate environment to a startup. She emphasized the value of continuous learning and self-improvement for in-house lawyers through formal training and self-learning.

Elizabeth Rimmer | Can technology protect lawyers’ mental health?

The pair then dive into what the recent technological developments could mean for the legal profession, discussing how AI offers lawyers a unique opportunity to work smarter and regain time to support their mental health and wellbeing.

Annick O’Brien | The EU AI Act explained

In this conversation, they dive into what in-house lawyers need to know about the EU AI Act and how to navigate AI usage within your organization. How can we ensure that the way we use AI in businesses is secure and safe?

Chantelle Zemba | How Deliveroo scaled legal from startup to FTSE 100

Chantelle shares her insight on how she built a top-tier legal team at Deliveroo from 10 lawyers to 63, through countless funding rounds, an IPO and beyond. They talk about building and maintaining a strong culture, focusing on your role as a leader, and how technology can help you stay focused on what really matters

Renn Vara | Are lawyers bad communicators?

He spoke about the importance of communication for in-house counsel and the impact of AI on the legal profession. Renn also shared expert insight on the impact effective communication, self-care, and the evolving role of lawyers in the modern workplace.

Laura Frederick | Does raising children help you negotiate contracts?

Laura Frederick, founder of How to Contract, former commercial lawyer at Tesla, and one of the most respected community voices in legal, shares her journey into law and her love of contracts.