Beyond Billable Hours: How AI Is Democratizing Legal Access with Taa Grays
June 4, 2025
What if you could transform your legal team's AI adoption while navigating global regulatory complexities?
In this episode of The AI Sidekick: Banishing Legal AI Anxiety, host Ryan Heath sits down with Taa Grays, President-elect designee of the New York State Bar Association and veteran of financial institutions, to explore the delicate balance between innovation and compliance in legal AI. From leveraging AI for routine tasks to expanding access to justice, discover practical insights on implementing AI across global organizations while maintaining ethical standards. Whether you're leading a corporate legal department or steering through regulatory changes, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on building trust, managing reputation, and developing robust AI practices that work across jurisdictions.
To learn more about Robin AI, visit www.robinai.com/book-a-demo
In this episode of The AI Sidekick: Banishing Legal AI Anxiety, host Ryan Heath from Robin AI speaks with Taa Grays, President-elect designee of the New York State Bar Association and veteran financial institutions executive, about navigating AI implementation in legal practice while maintaining professional standards and ethics.
What You'll Learn:
- How to build trust and reputation as foundations for successful legal innovation leadership
- Why global companies need flexible AI frameworks that balance US, EU, and international regulatory approaches
- The strategic framework for identifying high-value AI use cases in legal practice, focusing on routine tasks and data insights
- How AI tools can transform legal resource allocation and team management through better data analytics
- Why bar associations play a crucial role in helping lawyers gain AI literacy and practical implementation skills
- The balanced approach to using AI for improving access to justice while maintaining appropriate professional oversight
- How to transform mistake-making from a confidence breaker into a growth opportunity for legal professionals
Taa Grays is a distinguished legal executive and the president-elect designee of the New York State Bar Association, bringing over two decades of experience in financial institutions, regulation, innovation, and compliance. As a powerhouse at the intersection of tech, law, and information governance, she has built an impressive career that spans from the Bronx District Attorney's Office to MetLife, where she has been instrumental in driving technological innovation and diversity initiatives. In this episode, Taa Grays shares valuable insights on AI implementation in legal practice, discussing how both large law firms and solo practitioners can responsibly adopt AI technologies while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Her unique perspective on balancing innovation with compliance, particularly in global contexts, offers crucial guidance for legal executives seeking to modernize their operations while maintaining ethical standards. Her leadership in the Bar Association's AI initiatives and commitment to expanding access to legal services through technology make her an authoritative voice for legal professionals adapting to the AI era.
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To learn more about Robin AI, visit www.robinai.com/book-a-demo
What You'll Learn:
- How to build trust and reputation as foundations for successful legal innovation leadership
- Why global companies need flexible AI frameworks that balance US, EU, and international regulatory approaches
- The strategic framework for identifying high-value AI use cases in legal practice, focusing on routine tasks and data insights
- How AI tools can transform legal resource allocation and team management through better data analytics
- Why bar associations play a crucial role in helping lawyers gain AI literacy and practical implementation skills
- The balanced approach to using AI for improving access to justice while maintaining appropriate professional oversight
- How to transform mistake-making from a confidence breaker into a growth opportunity for legal professionals
Taa Grays is a distinguished legal executive and the president-elect designee of the New York State Bar Association, bringing over two decades of experience in financial institutions, regulation, innovation, and compliance. As a powerhouse at the intersection of tech, law, and information governance, she has built an impressive career that spans from the Bronx District Attorney's Office to MetLife, where she has been instrumental in driving technological innovation and diversity initiatives. In this episode, Taa Grays shares valuable insights on AI implementation in legal practice, discussing how both large law firms and solo practitioners can responsibly adopt AI technologies while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Her unique perspective on balancing innovation with compliance, particularly in global contexts, offers crucial guidance for legal executives seeking to modernize their operations while maintaining ethical standards. Her leadership in the Bar Association's AI initiatives and commitment to expanding access to legal services through technology make her an authoritative voice for legal professionals adapting to the AI era.
If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts. Instructions on how to do this are here.
To learn more about Robin AI, visit www.robinai.com/book-a-demo