Navigating Change in the Legal Industry - Fiona McLay

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In this episode, executive coach and change strategist Andrea Foot sits down with Fiona, a former lawyer turned legal tech consultant, to unpack the evolving landscape of law firms and the challenges of driving real change.Fiona shares her personal journey from legal practice to tech consulting, highlighting the emotional and practical hurdles firms face as they adopt AI, rethink traditional structures, and push for genuine innovation. Together, they explore the growing importance of digital literacy, collaboration, and personal transformation in shaping the future of legal work.💡 Key takeaways:✔️ From lawyer to legal tech leader: Fiona’s career pivot✔️ Generative AI is redefining how legal advice is delivered✔️ Law firms must reimagine outdated workflows✔️ Change is hard — and growth is personal✔️ Community and shared learning are key to progressTune in for a candid, insightful discussion on what it really takes to lead change in the legal industry.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Legal Change and Technology02:51 The Journey from Lawyer to Legal Tech Consultant05:55 Challenges in the Legal Industry08:58 The Need for Change in Law Firms12:10 Resistance to Change in the Legal Sector15:07 The Impact of Generative AI on Legal Practices18:00 Navigating the Hype Cycle of New Technologies21:02 The Future of Legal Work and Technology23:58 Personal Growth and Change in the Legal Profession26:48 Conclusion and Reflections on the Future of Law

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In this episode, executive coach and change strategist Andrea Foot sits down with Fiona, a former lawyer turned legal tech consultant, to unpack the evolving landscape of law firms and the challenges of driving real change.Fiona shares her personal...

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