Jim Merrifield
Chief Data Officer | Host of “InfoGovHotSeat” Podcast - DM me to Share Your Story!
- Role
- Show Host at Infogov Hot Seat
- Location
- Hartford, CT, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jim Merrifield
With nearly 20 years of experience in the legal industry, I serve as Chief Data Officer, helping to lead my firm’s strategic initiatives in artificial intelligence and data-driven innovation, while overseeing our information governance department. My responsibilities include compliance, business intake, conflicts, data privacy, records management, and driving the advancement of AI technologies across the organization.I am passionate about information governance and have developed and enforced robust policies, deployed enterprise-wide programs, implemented innovative technology solutions, and championed the adoption of cutting-edge AI. My work as a consultant and practitioner has allowed me to advise leading companies and law firms, and I have shared my insights through published articles, lectures, and advisory roles.Committed to elevating industry standards, I created the InfoGov Hot Seat podcast, a platform for candid conversations with practitioners, consultants, and solution providers. Through this initiative, I strive to deliver fresh perspectives on legal technology, information as a strategic asset, and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence.Let’s connect if you’d like to discuss information governance, data-driven innovation, or the future of AI in the legal sector.
Experience
Show Host
Feb 2023 — Present
InfoGov Hotseat is a podcast with nearly 15k subscribers and 200 views, hosted by Jim Merrifield, a certified information governance officer and professional with nearly two decades of experience in the industry. In each episode, Jim engages in candid conversations with practitioners, consultants, and solution providers on hot topics in the information governance field. Their discussions provide valuable insights and practical advice on managing information assets while navigating legal and regulatory challenges.As the Director of Information Governance & Business Intake at Robinson & Cole LLP, Jim brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the podcast. He co-founded the first-ever conference focused exclusively on information governance, InfoGovCon, and is an active member of industry associations such as ILTA, IAPP, and ARMA. In addition, Jim has published numerous publications and frequently discusses information governance and data privacy issues. With its focus on real-world scenarios and practical solutions, InfoGov Hotseat is a must-listen for anyone interested in information governance and data management.
Education
Quinnipiac University
Bachelor, Legal Studies/Criminal Justice
2000 — 2004
Skills
- Knowledge Management
- Enterprise Software
- Program Management
- Litigation Support
- Taxonomy
- Privacy Law
- Digital Preservation
- Public Speaking
- Content Management
- Business Analysis
- Legal Research
- Strategy
- Policy
- Information Governance
- Consulting
- Governance
- Business Process Improvement
- Policy Writing
- Legal Writing
- Litigation
- Leadership
- Edrms
- Scanners
- Management
- Records Management
- Digitization
- Imanage
- Project Management
- Document Imaging
- Document Management
- Legal Compliance
- Legalkey
- Contract Negotiation
- Information Management
- Data Conversion
- Enterprise Content Management
- Sharepoint
- Training
- Metadata
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