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Your AI's Engine Is Fine. So Why Isn't Anyone Using It?
Benchmark scores don't explain why your $30/seat AI tool is collecting dust. The harness does.
 • Stephen Smith
Your AI Rollout Failed. The Technology Wasn't the Problem.
He spent the money. Sent the email. Brought in the vendor. Six months later, nothing had changed.
 • Stephen Smith
69% of Lawyers Use AI at Work. Only 9% of Firms Have a Policy.
Your team isn't waiting for your AI strategy. They started without one.
 • Stephen Smith
The Week AI Stopped Being a "Tech Thing"
Your associates are already using it. Your clients are already measuring you by it. The only question left is whether you'll lead or react.
 • Stephen Smith
ChatGPT 5.4 Is Good. That's Not the Point.
Strong analysis, flat writing, and a model that sometimes lies about finishing its homework.
 • Stephen Smith
AI Isn't Coming for Your Lawyers. It's Coming for Their Training.
Your associates learn by doing the work AI is about to handle. That math doesn't fix itself.
 • Stephen Smith
Stop Trying to Keep Up with AI. Do This Instead.
Nobody sent you an alert when AI got good enough to change your workflow. That's the actual problem.
 • Stephen Smith
The AI Recommendation I Tried Not to Make
Your attorneys are already using AI on client files. The only question is whether you're going to manage it or ignore it.
 • Stephen Smith

February 2026

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