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.
Law Firm AI Panel
Hear directly from attorneys and firm leaders on what selecting, implementing, and benefiting from AI looks like in practice — not in theory.
Katya Adams, Office Administrator, Watkins Firm, APC
Katya is an administrator at The Watkins Firm, a boutique litigation and transactional law firm that embraces a small-firm environment with a big-firm technology mentality. Wearing just about every administrative hat, Katya is always looking for smarter ways to improve efficiency, enhance the client experience, and use technology and AI to help the firm operate at a higher level. As the current President of the San Diego Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators, Katya is active in the legal community and enjoys staying at the forefront of the rapidly evolving technology and AI landscape, and figuring out how to put those tools to practical use in a law firm environment.
Lauren Bloodworth, Director of Operations, Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP
Lauren Bloodworth is the Director of Operations for the Business Real Estate Practice Group at Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP, a California real estate law firm that has served the state’s real estate community for nearly 50 years. She supports a 50+ person team across multiple offices, helping ensure attorneys and staff have the tools, processes, and support they need to serve their clients. She is always looking for practical ways to improve efficiency and use technology, including AI, to make day-to-day work easier and more consistent. Lauren also teaches the Paralegal Career Success course through UC San Diego Extended Studies’ Paralegal Certificate Program and is a past president of the San Diego Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators.
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:
Efimis is a next-generation financial management platform built specifically for law firms — designed for an AI-driven future. It unifies accounting, reporting, and compliance data into a single, real-time view of financial performance. At its core is Eve, an embedded AI assistant that delivers instant, actionable insight through natural language queries. With cloud-native architecture and open APIs, Efimis connects the legal tech ecosystem – enabling firms to move from retrospective reporting to proactive, intelligence-led decision-making and scale with confidence. efimis.com
Integris is a national managed IT and cybersecurity provider specializing in law firms and professional services. They deliver proactive operations, embedded security, and strategic IT leadership — bringing enterprise-grade, CMMC 2.0-compliant security to firms of all sizes. integrisit.com
NetDocuments — The leading cloud-based document management platform built for law firms and legal teams.
netdocuments.com
EVENT DETAILS
Wednesday, September 16th 🍽 Lunch provided 📍 The Remy, 2445 Hotel Circle Place San Diego, CA 92108 🎟 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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