How Aderant’s Cloud Infrastructure and AI Drive Efficiency for Law Firms

AI and cloud technology are revolutionizing the legal industry, and law firms need to embrace these innovations to stay competitive.In this episode of Studio A, Will Ayers sits down with Cody Walker, VP of Business of Law and Platform Engineering at Aderant, to discuss how Stridyn is driving Aderant’s cloud transformation and shaping the future of legal technology.Cody explains how Stridyn serves as the foundation for Aderant’s cloud applications, breaking down data silos and enabling seamless integration across products. He also zooms into how AI is enhancing firm-wide workflows, providing real-time insights, and enabling rapid innovation without complex upgrades.Join Cody as he shares his vision for the future of AI and cloud technology in law firms, and how Aderant is empowering firms to stay ahead of the curve.Highlights:Stridyn Framework: Revolutionizing Aderant’s Cloud ArchitectureAI-Powered Innovation: Enabling Smarter Legal Operations Across ProductsThe Future of Law Firms: How AI and Cloud Technology Will Shape the IndustryJump into the conversation:(00:00) Introducing Cody Walker(01:31) Stridyn: The Foundation of Aderant’s Cloud Strategy(03:07) Unlocking AI Potential Across Legal Systems(05:32) Breaking Down Data Silos for Better Integration(07:08) Enabling Rapid Innovation with Seamless Adoption(08:42) The Future of AI and Cloud in Legal Practice(10:46) The Role of Trust in AI Development(12:08) Stridyn’s Data Plane and Autonomy in Legal Workflows(14:07) Why Data Foundations Matter More Than AI Models(16:46) Enabling Communication Across Systems(18:57) Governance, Permissions, and Client Trust(20:51) AI Without Disrupting User Workflows(22:35) The Importance of Native AI Integration(24:28) Balancing Autonomy and Human Involvement(26:10) Creating Long-Term Value with AI Innovation(27:19) Expert Sierra: Unlocking New Capabilities for Law Firms