The Fast Follower Fallacy: An AI Briefing for Law Firm Decision-Makers
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
A frank, data-grounded briefing on what AI is changing in legal practice — and what firms need to address to stay competitive. Featuring expert speakers and candid conversation with practitioners who have already made the move.
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Most law firms describe their AI strategy as "fast follower" — wait for the technology to mature, watch what others do, then move when the time is right.
It's a defensible position. But it carries an assumption worth examining: that when the decision is made to move, the firm will actually be ready to.
AI readiness isn't a switch you flip. It requires infrastructure, trained staff, sound governance, and the right tools — built in the right sequence. Firms that haven't started that work are already behind the preparation curve, regardless of when they plan to deploy.
This briefing examines what that means in practical terms — and what firms can do about it now.
What past attendees are saying:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great content and very informative"
— Bridget Bennett, Meyers Roman Friedberg & Lewis
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great session, enjoyed being a part of it"
— William Grady, Conn Kavanaugh Rosenthal Peisch & Ford LLP
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Good content, engaging speakers — particularly strong in the keynote and panel"
— Jessica McHugh, Post & Schell P.C.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Strong, well-executed presentations... a persuasive case for why the timing is right for law firms and businesses to move toward becoming AI-enabled organizations."
— Sheila Baldwin, GA Bar
WHAT WE'LL COVER
Presented by Aaron Fritz, Founder of Inertia Legal, this session addresses five areas every firm should honestly assess:
The current state of AI adoption in legal — where the profession stands today, by firm size, and where the data suggests it's heading
The pressure on hourly billing — how AI-driven efficiency is creating tension between firm economics and client expectations
The five readiness liabilities — workforce AI literacy, document infrastructure, tool selection, change management, and compliance exposure
The preparation timeline — what it realistically takes to move from where most firms are today to responsible, effective AI deployment
A practical path forward — how firms can build that foundation at a pace that fits their culture and risk tolerance
SPEAKERS
Aaron Fritz — Principal Consultant, Inertia Legal
20 years working with law firms on legal technology and document management. Inertia Legal has served over 1,000 clients, completed 100+ AI implementations, and built over 1,500 AI-enabled workflows for legal professionals.
Brian Dawe — Solution Architect, Barracuda
Brian will give a cybersecurity presentation on defense in the era of AI, covering what bad actors are doing right now, how the threat landscape is evolving, and what law firms can do today to stay ahead.
Law Firm AI Panel
Hear directly from attorneys, firm leaders, and industry executives on what selecting, implementing, and benefiting from AI looks like in practice — not in theory.
Tanya Lundberg, Chief Administrative Officer, Maddin Hauser
Tanya brings the operator's view of AI in law firms — the one that has to work in practice, not just in a pitch deck. As a member of the firm's Technology Committee who owns every technology purchase and rollout decision, she has a ground-level read on what actually gets adopted, what stalls, and why. A cum laude graduate of Wayne State University Law School, Tanya came up through litigation and later served as Assistant Dean of Career Services at Detroit Mercy Law. She understands both sides of the AI conversation: the partners weighing risk and ROI, and the staff and associates who use the tools every day. If you're looking for a real-world implementation perspective instead of vendor talking points, you'll get it from her.
Abbey DeWitt, Chief Executive Officer, Accellis
Abbey brings an executive leader's perspective to the AI conversation, one grounded in what organizations can realistically adopt, secure, and sustain. As CEO at Accellis Technology Group, she understands the competing priorities facing today's leaders and will share practical insights on navigating AI, cybersecurity, and technology strategy in a rapidly evolving landscape.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Managing Partners and Equity Partners evaluating the strategic and financial implications of AI adoption
Firm Administrators and COOs responsible for implementation, training, and change management
IT Directors and Technology Leaders assessing infrastructure requirements
Attendance is intentionally limited. Please register early — seating is capped.
EVENT SPONSORS
This briefing is made possible through the support of the following organizations committed to practical AI adoption in the legal profession:
NetDocuments — The leading cloud-based document management platform built for law firms and legal teams.
netdocuments.com
Accellis- A Cleveland-based managed IT services company that acts as an outsourced IT department for businesses across industries like law, finance, and government, providing cybersecurity, cloud, and technology management solutions. accellis.com
Barracuda — A global cybersecurity company providing email, data, and network security solutions that help organizations defend against phishing, ransomware, and account compromise. barracuda.com
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Thursday, July 16th 🍽 Lunch provided 📍 The Capital Grille 🎟 Complimentary — Registration required
Seating is limited. Please RSVP to secure your place.
ABOUT INERTIA LEGAL
Inertia Legal has worked with law firms and in-house legal teams for 20 years, serving over 1,000 clients across legal technology and document management. We specialize in practical adoption — helping firms identify the right starting point, navigate vendor selection, manage change, and build toward AI deployment that is sustainable and appropriate for their practice.
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