Dennis Kennedy is a lawyer with extensive experience in applying technology to legal practice. Dennis is the Director for the Center for Law, Technology, and Innovation at Michigan State University and previously worked as a technology lawyer at MasterCard. He has been involved with legal technology since the early days, having one of the first lawyer websites in 1995 and co-hosting the long-running Kennedy-Mighell Report podcast. Dennis provides insights into the role of alternative fee arrangements and how generative AI like ChatGPT can drive more innovative pricing models in the legal field.
Dennis advocates for lawyers to move away from the billable hour model and explore alternative fee arrangements that align better with client expectations and business priorities. He discusses how generative AI could assist law firms and in-house legal departments in developing creative fee structures, streamlining processes, and delivering more value to clients. Dennis emphasizes the need for the legal profession to adapt its business models and leverage technology effectively.
The conversation also touches on the future of legal education and the role of online law schools. Dennis expresses concerns about the misalignment between different stakeholders in legal education, such as law schools, employers, and bar examiners. He believes that the current system needs significant changes, and encourages the younger generation to drive innovation and find novel ways to deliver legal services. Dennis also shares his perspective on using AI tools like ChatGPT to create personalized resources and enhance client experiences in niche practice areas like elder law.
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