Ep.7 | Dana Denis-Smith | Once a lawyer, always a lawyer…

In this episode of Brief Encounters, leading voice in legal AI and CEO of Juro, Richard Mabey, is joined by Dana Denis-Smith. 

Dana is the CEO of Obelisk Support and the founder of the First 100 Years campaign. A TedX speaker, Dana is regularly invited to address industry events and comment in the media on gender equality, entrepreneurship and legal technology. 

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.

Finally, the pair then share their insight on the evolution of the legal sector and Dana’s aspirations for a more integrated profession that serves consumers better. We’d love to know your take on this too.
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Key takeaways from this episode:

• Dana emphasizes the importance of freedom in her entrepreneurial journey.
  
  
• The First 100 Years campaign highlights the historical challenges women faced in law.
  
  
• Despite progress, the legal profession's structure remains largely unchanged.
  
  
• Flexible work arrangements are crucial for retaining talent in the legal sector.
  
  
• AI is seen as a transformative force in the legal profession.
  
  
• The legal profession must adapt to new generations' expectations.
  
  
• Collaboration between traditional and new legal firms is essential for progress.
  
  
• The conversation reflects on the evolving role of lawyers in society.

‍Dana's links:

Website: https://obelisksupport.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ddenissmith/