Podcast Episode 35: Utilizing AI in Legal Tech: Real-World Challenges and Opportunities with Ab Saraswat

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Ab Saraswat

In this episode, we have a conversation with Ab Saraswat about the challenges and opportunities that come with adopting new technologies. From AI-driven tools to choosing between custom-built and off-the-shelf solutions, Ab offers actionable insights based on his extensive experience in legal tech, including his work at Lupl and his journey as a startup founder. Whether you’re interested in AI tools like Copilot or want to understand the broader trends in legal technology, this episode is filled with practical advice and forward-thinking ideas.

Throughout the discussion, Ab discusses:

  • How to effectively use AI tools for content creation and data analysis.
  • The key considerations in deciding between custom solutions and off-the-shelf products in legal tech.
  • Strategies for integrating large language models and AI tools into existing workflows.
  • Techniques for managing biases in AI algorithms.
  • Leveraging natural language interfaces to enhance software adoption and user engagement.

Key insights include:

  • The long-term costs of custom development in law firms are often underestimated, with significant resources needed for ongoing support and maintenance beyond the initial build.
  • While many law firms are experimenting with AI, widespread adoption is still limited, typically through small pilot projects and generative AI tools.
  • AI tools like Copilot are in their early stages, with considerable room for improvement in areas such as email summarization and natural language processing.
  • AI models tailored to specific tasks, like legal reasoning or mathematical problem-solving, yield more accurate results, underscoring the importance of choosing the right tools for specific needs.

About the guest, Ab Saraswat:

Abhijat (Ab) Saraswat is the Chief Revenue Officer at Lupl. In his role, he works with law firms to help their lawyers spend less time managing work and more time doing the work. Ab is also the Founder of Fringe Legal, through which, for the last six years, he has created cutting-edge content for legal innovators focused on putting ideas into practice. He is a Barrister (non-practicing) and was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2015. Abhijat has worked for several large multinational corporations across various sectors and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Forensic Science and Neuroscience from the University of Keele, UK.

“I think it’s not just build or buy. It should be built by a partner, and that partner means finding someone who is an expert in this, who does 80% of what you need, and then working with them to provide feedback and input into the roadmap.” – Ab Saraswat

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