Adrian D.

About Adrian D.

After negotiating over commercial contracts, I realized the future of law was algorithmic - so I helped build it.I’m a dual-degreed corporate attorney (J.D, University of of Pittsburgh School of Law) and innovation strategist (MBA, Univ. of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business – Information Systems Strategy) who’s spent 14+ years reimagining how law is practiced, optimized, and delivered. I currently lead, Fennemore’s flagship initiative to transform legal service delivery using generative AI, legal automation, and intelligent workflows. My approach blends strategy with systems-based thinking - delivering outcomes that matter to law firm leadership, clients, and professionals alike.As Director of Emerging Technology & Innovation, I deploy scalable legal AI frameworks that reduce time to deliverable by up to 80%, cut administrative burdens by 75%, and unlock flat-fee and subscription model revenue streams. From redline automation bots and high-trust LLMs to unified data flows and ethics-by-design, I build AI systems that create immediate ROI and long-term capability.My AI-enablement stack includes: Generative LLMs & GPTs (OpenAI, CoCounsel, Harvey, Dioptra, CoPilot, WorkflowGPT) Core Platform & Orchestration (SharePoint, Box, Salesforce, Azure) Document Automation & KM Systems (iManage, HighQ, Contract Express, TitanDXP)🧾 Litigation Strategy & Discovery (Relativity, Everlaw, Trellis, TrueLaw)🧠 Strategic & Agentic (InfoDash, Hugging Face, Manus)I’ve presented at ILTA, ACC, CLOC, and the Master\'s Conference, helping legal leaders understand how AI and emerging technology modernizes not just delivery - but the very structure - of law. I bring cross-sector credibility, legal fluency, and technical depth to architect innovation strategies that actually get adopted.Let’s connect if you’re leading a legal team, transforming firm operations, or exploring GenAI’s role in law.

Experience

1. Director, Emerging Technology and Firm Innovation

   Fennemore

   Nov 2024 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US

   Leads the firm’s strategic adoption of emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency, broaden market reach, and elevate client satisfaction. Through the integration of specialized Large Language Models (LLMs), advanced document automation, and innovative technology solutions, ensures that teams remain at the forefront of legal innovation.Key Responsibilities & Accomplishments:• Spearheads GenAI initiatives, including the development of bespoke LLMs, to streamline legal research, document review, and knowledge management.• Designs and implements comprehensive training and enablement programs that empower attorneys and staff to effectively leverage AI tools in daily practice.• Drives alternative revenue strategies—such as new market opportunities and Alternative Fee Arrangements (AFAs)—by harnessing data-driven insights and automation.• Maintains strategies for ethical AI use, ensuring considerations of consent, competency, and confidentiality are upheld across all AI-driven initiatives.• Deploys advanced document automation solutions to optimize compliance, accelerate onboarding, and reduce turnaround times for critical client-facing processes.• Continuously researches and evaluates emerging technologies, both within LegalTech and beyond, to identify transformative solutions that strengthen the firm’s competitive edge.• Collaborates with executive leadership and practice group heads to align technology investments with broader business objectives and client service goals.• Provides strategic guidance on data governance, process improvement, and innovation roadmaps that enhance firm-wide performance and long-term profitability.By aligning cutting-edge innovation with the firm’s strategic objectives, this role delivers measurable value to clients and internal teams, ensuring the firm remains a leader in the rapidly evolving legal services landscape.

Education

• Emory University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, Economics, Theater Studies

  2003 — 2007

• University of Pittsburgh School of Law

  Doctor of Law (J.D.), Contracts, Real Estate Transactions, Land Use, Business Law

  2007 — 2011

• University of Pittsburgh Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Information Systems, Database Management, Strategy

  2007 — 2011

Skills

• Search Engine Technology
• Search Advertising
• Organic Search
• Local Search
• Online Marketing
• Online Video
• Online Branding
• Internet Strategy
• Marketing Research
• Corporate Law
• Small Business Law
• Web 2.0
• Web Design
• Web Development
• Web Analytics
• Website Development
• Website Copy
• Website Administration
• Website Construction
• Entertainment Law
• Video Production
• Digital Video
• Legal Writing
• Legal Research
• Property Law
• Real Estate Transactions
• Real Property
• Graphic Design
• Managed Hosting
• Database Administration
• Film Acting
• Html
• Css
• Php
• Photoshop
• Adobe
• Mysql
• Blog Management
• Corporate Blogging
• Blog Marketing