WSHB is thrilled to announce that Los Angles based partner, Frances O'Meara will participate in a dynamic panel discussion at the CLM Annual Conference on April 10, 2025 from 11:30-12:30 p.m. The session titled, How Generative AI is Changing the Practice of Law, will explore the evolving use of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal practice, focusing on its role in trials, evidence handling, and risk management.
The panel includes fellow industry leaders Laura Zaroski of Arthur Gallagher & Co., Kim Noble of Applied Financial Lines, and Kathryn Whitlock. The group will provide a comprehensive look at AI's impact on the legal and insurance industries, drawing from established guidelines to share successful strategies and cautionary lessons. Topics include developing, implementing, and coordinating internal and partner guidelines for AI use within law firms and insurance companies.
"AI is reshaping how we approach legal practice, offering both tremendous opportunities and unique challenges," said O'Meara. "This session will equip attendees with the tools and insights they need to navigate this complex landscape effectively."
Attendees will learn how AI can simplify tasks like document review and evidence analysis while also understanding the risks it may introduce. The session will emphasize the importance of creating and adhering to robust AI usage guidelines to ensure compliance, maintain ethical standards and manage risks effectively.
"AI is complicated- it has the power to revolutionize our work but also complicates it without the right safeguards," added O'Meara. "By establishing clear, thoughtful guidelines, firms and carriers can unlock AI's potential responsibly and ethically."
The CLM Annual Conference brings together leading professionals in the legal and insurance fields for meaningful discussions and collaboration. To learn more about this session and register for the conference, please visit: https://events.theclm.org/event/AC25/overview.
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