AI is reshaping how law firms work, but only if they know how to stay in control.

In this episode of Studio A, Will Ayers sits down with Lisa Erickson, SVP of Product Management and AI at Aderant, to discuss how law firms can move beyond basic automation and into orchestrated, AI-powered workflows.

Lisa explains how AI agents increase productivity by connecting systems, teams, and processes, thereby creating more efficient, client-focused operations. She also shares how Aderant’s recent Hercules Legal Assets acquisition strengthens MADDI and advances timekeeping, OCG compliance, and AI capabilities across the Stridyn platform.

Hear Lisa’s perspective on how firms can stay in control of AI adoption through strong data strategies and thoughtful policy decisions.

Highlights:

• Beyond Automation: How AI agents connect workflows across the entire firm
• Data Strategy and Control: Why structure and scalability matter in AI adoption
• The Future of Legal Work: How Aderant’s innovations are shaping more innovative practices

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Introducing Lisa Erickson

(01:20) From automation to orchestrated workflows

(03:03) Breaking down silos with orchestrated AI systems

(04:40) Keeping humans in control of AI

(05:44) Measuring AI success beyond speed and KPIs

(07:09) Inside Aderant’s Hercules Legal Assets acquisition

(08:44) What’s next for AI in legal practice