Breaking the Mold: A Tech-Savvy Lawyer’s Blueprint for Legal Department Evolution

Whitney Stefko, Director and Senior Counsel of Policy and Legal Operations at Ford Motor Company, discusses insights on AI implementation in legal operations, the need for adaptability in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, and strategies for maintaining physical and mental health amidst constant professional changes. She also explores the changing relationship between law firms and in-house counsel regarding technology use and the future skills required for lawyers.