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 and technology leaders who are paving the way.
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 to stay ahead of this technological change.
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 150+ AI implementations, and built over 2,000 AI-enabled apps for legal professionals.
AI Technology Leader Panel
Hear directly from technology leaders shaping how AI is being leveraged to elevate and legal work and firm leaders on what selecting, implementing, and benefiting from AI looks like in practice — not in theory.
Panelists
Dan Hauck | Chief Product Officer, NetDocuments
A former practicing lawyer, Dan leads NetDocuments' product and AI strategy, including the launch of the ndMAX Legal AI Assistant. He speaks regularly at ILTACON and ABA TECHSHOW and is a member of the Forbes Technology Council.Alex Anselmi | Chief Innovation Officer, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP
Alex leads the firm's AI strategy and automation initiatives, with a focus on practical, firm-wide AI adoption, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications. He brings a hands-on view of what it takes to make AI work in a legal setting.
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:
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
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
NetDocuments — The leading cloud-based document management platform built for law firms and legal teams.
netdocuments.com
EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, November 3rd 🍽 Lunch provided 📍 Ray's in the City, 240 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30303 🎟 Complimentary — Registration required
12:00 PM: Doors Open for Registration and Networking
12:30 PM: Lunch and Presentations
2:15 PM: Program Concludes
Because the briefing starts promptly at 12:30, we recommend arriving between 12:00 and 12:20. This gives you time to check in, grab your seat, and connect with fellow law-firm leaders before we get started.
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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