There Has to Be a Better Way?: Not All AI is Generative: AI Strategist and Best-Selling Author Shannon Kirk on the Power of Metrics and Words

In the "Better Way" podcast, Zach Koselia and Hui Chen interview Shannon Kirk, a repeat guest and expert in AI and e-discovery at Ropes & Gray, about recent AI regulations and its use in the legal profession. Shannon discusses her team's transition to focusing on generative AI, building on their experience with machine learning in litigation, investigations, and data management. She emphasizes the importance of precise language and data-backed evidence when applying AI in legal contexts, cautioning against overgeneralization and premature adoption of generative AI without proper validation. The conversation also explores how companies are forming multidisciplinary teams to ethically and effectively integrate AI while addressing regulatory and legal considerations. The podcast concludes with a questionnaire to further explore Shannon's personal perspectives and experiences.