Ep. 83: From Classroom to Courtroom: Cat Moon on AI, Empathy & Change

In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers sits down with Cat Moon, Professor of the Practice at Vanderbilt Law School and Director of the Vanderbilt AI + Law Lab. A recognized innovator in legal education, Cat is on a mission to make the law more human-centered—and to empower the next generation of lawyers to lead with authenticity, curiosity, and compassion. Ruby and Cat explore how technology, especially AI, is reshaping the way law is taught and practiced, the importance of representation in AI, and how women in the profession are driving change from within. 🔹 Why legal education must evolve for the AI era 🔹 How the Women+AI Initiative is amplifying diverse voices in tech 🔹 What "human-centered law" means—and how firms can embody it 🔹 How authenticity and compassion can redefine leadership in law If you're curious about the intersection of AI, legal innovation, and leadership—and how to prepare your practice (and mindset) for what's next—this conversation is one you won't want to miss. 📌 Connect with Cat Moon: 🔹 Website: Vanderbilt AI + Law Lab 🔹 LinkedIn: Cat Moon 📌 Join the conversation in our Power Up Your Practice community! Hosted by Ruby Powers, your guide into the heart of law practice management. Each week, learn insights from leading legal minds, trailblazing attorneys, and expert guests who provide actionable advice, out-of-the-box solutions, and a fresh perspective on running your firm more effectively and efficiently. Prepare to open your mind, be inspired, and power up your practice to the next level. 🌐 Website: powersstrategygroup.com 📺 YouTube: @powersstrategygroup 💬 Join our Skool Community – Power Hub: skool.com/powerupyourpractice 📚 Ruby's Book: Power Up Your Practice — available now on Amazon (Paperback + eBook) Trusted Resources from Our Toolkit • Stafi • Lawmatics • Filevine • CandleAI