In this episode of ReImagine Law, we sit down with Peter Walsh and Pravina Pathmanathan from CMS to explore how one of the UK’s leading law firms is redefining the future of legal services through innovation and legal technology. Peter and Pravina bring fresh perspectives from outside the legal sector and share how their roles are reshaping a traditionally conservative industry—one idea, prototype, and insight at a time.🧩 Topics Covered:1. Getting Into Innovation in LawPeter and Pravina share their unique career journeys—from consulting and energy to legal innovation—and what drew them to work in a sector poised for transformation.2. What Innovation Looks Like at a Law FirmPeter explains how CMS fosters a culture of experimentation within a traditionally risk-averse environment—using tools like Innovation Hours, hackathons, and client co-creation.3. The Role of Legal TechnologyPravina breaks down the difference between legal tech and innovation, and how the firm leverages products like document automation, AI drafting tools, and client portals to enhance delivery.4. Delivering Innovation and Tech in PracticeFrom managing complex stakeholder needs to ensuring legal compliance and data security, Pravina and Peter unpack how CMS integrates innovation and technology into everyday legal operations.5. Enhancing Client ExperienceLearn how CMS is helping clients future-proof their own services—improving speed, transparency, and self-service options to deliver more value and clarity in legal workflows.🤖 Bonus Topic: The Role of AI in Legal ServicesPeter and Pravina discuss the impact of Generative AI and how AI is shifting from a “nice to have” to an expectation across the profession. Check out the CMS Training Contract here:https://cmsemergingtalent.com/programmes/england-wales-ni/training-contract/

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