Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast
The AI-Powered Paralegal, with Kristine Custodio Suero
September 1, 2025
Join hosts Hal Marcus and Memme Onwudiwe as they explore the evolving role of paralegals in the age of AI with Kristine Suero, Senior Paralegal and Director of Business Development at Schechter Benefits Law Group. From debunking myths about AI replacing paralegals to sharing practical insights on ethical tech adoption, this episode offers a masterclass in future-proofing the paralegal profession. Whether you're a legal professional navigating new technologies or a paralegal looking to expand your career horizons, discover how to harness AI while maintaining the essential human elements of legal practice. Theme music: "Load" Copyright © 1996 by Hal Marcus.
Welcome to Meeting of the Minds - The Legal AI Podcast, brought to you by Evisort. In this episode, hosts Hal Marcus and Memme Onwudiwe speak with Kristine Suero, Senior Paralegal and Director of Business Development at Schechter Benefits Law Group, about the evolving role of paralegals in an increasingly AI-driven legal industry, ethical considerations, and opportunities for growth in the profession.

What You'll Learn:
- How paralegals can embrace AI as an assistive tool while maintaining focus on essential human skills and client relationships
- Why ethical and responsible use of AI in legal workflows requires clear policies and human oversight
- The framework for "future-proofing" the paralegal profession through continuous learning and technology adoption
- How paralegals can create hybrid roles by combining traditional legal skills with business development and legal operations
- The importance of maintaining client confidentiality and security when implementing AI tools in legal workflows
- Why proper training and internal policies are crucial for responsible AI adoption in law firms
- The role of paralegals as early adopters and influencers in bringing new technologies to legal teams
- How to architect your own career path by identifying opportunities to add value through technology and innovation

Episode Resources

Theme music: "Load" Copyright © 1996 by Hal Marcus.
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