AI in Criminal Defense: Efficiency Without Losing the Human Touch

Kevin Daisey sits down with criminal defense lawyer Jason Goldman to talk about the realities of running a boutique litigation practice in the age of AI. The big question: how do you get more efficient without sacrificing judgment, preparation, or the human side of lawyering?Jason shares how his background as a Brooklyn prosecutor shaped his aggressive, trial-focused approach and why he often handles cases across state lines. He also breaks down how he uses AI as a support tool, not a replacement, especially for transcripts, templates, and appellate prep.In this episode you'll learn: Why AI should help lawyers get 50 to 70 percent of the way there How Jason uses AI for long transcripts and appellate issue spotting Why trial prep still requires old school case review Why criminal defense intake still needs a real person How referrals and one-on-one relationships built Jason’s firm For managing partners and solo attorneys, this conversation is a practical reminder that the best firms combine speed, technology, and trust. If you want to scale without losing your edge, this episode is worth your time. Today's episode is sponsored by The Managing Partners Mastermind. Click here to schedule an interview to see if we’re a fit: https://arraydigital.com/the-managing-partners-mastermind/ Chapters (00:00:00) - Will AI Help You Pick the Right Case?(00:00:46) - Welcome to The Managing Partners Podcast(00:01:38) - Lawyer at Law: Introducing myself(00:03:12) - Have You Forced Your Lawyers to Travel Out of State?(00:04:51) - Law Firm Talk: AI and the Future(00:10:38) - Getting your Firm AI Ready to Work(00:12:40) - Are You Using ChatGPT or CLAUDE for AI?(00:13:49) - Are You Using Artificial Intelligence in Your Practice?(00:17:03) - Starting a Firm: Pro Tip for New Lawyers