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The 80/20 Principle

The 80/20 Principle

Auteur(s): Ernie Svenson
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 This podcast is for lawyers who want more freedom, flexibility, and control over their practice. Ernie focuses on the 20% of tools and strategies—especially AI—that deliver 80% of the results. No buzzwords. No hype. Just clear, practical insights on using AI, automation, outsourcing, marketing, cybersecurity, and smart systems to reduce friction, streamline workflows, and run your practice your way—from anywhere. Développement commercial et entrepreneuriat Entrepreneurship Gestion et leadership Économie
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  • 320: AI in Legal Decision-Making: The Dawn of a New Era

    320: AI in Legal Decision-Making: The Dawn of a New Era
    Dec 16 2025

    In this episode, Ernie explains how the American Arbitration Association is now using AI to draft decisions, subject to human review. The discussion covers the importance of transparency, control, and human oversight in the arbitration process, as well as the potential for AI to improve access to justice by making dispute resolution faster and more cost-effective.

    Key Takeaways

    • AI is not about replacing humans but enhancing their capabilities.
    • The American Arbitration Association is pioneering AI in legal disputes.
    • AI can draft decisions, but humans retain final authority.
    • Transparency and control are crucial in the arbitration process.
    • Party validation ensures fairness and understanding in disputes.
    • Governed AI operates within strict guidelines to ensure accuracy.
    • The system learns from human edits to improve over time.
    • Speed and cost savings are significant benefits of AI arbitration.
    • AI can open doors to justice for underserved populations.
    • This technology may signal a fundamental shift in legal processes.

    Resource Links

    • ChatGPT Lab (a weekly AI workshop for lawyers)
    • Apply to join the ChatGPT Lab
    • The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter)
    • The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers)

    Follow and Review:

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    11 min
  • 319: Gavel Exec: AI Copilot for Legal Drafting

    319: Gavel Exec: AI Copilot for Legal Drafting
    Dec 9 2025
    Show Notes In this podcast episode, Ernie Svenson interviews Dorna At Gavel, a former attorney turned tech entrepreneur, about her journey in creating Gavel, a legal technology platform. Dorna shares her experiences in building Gavel Workflows and Gavel Exec, tools designed to automate document creation and enhance legal drafting with AI. The conversation explores the integration of these tools with Microsoft Word, the importance of user experience, and the future of AI in the legal field. Dorna addresses common misconceptions about AI, the concept of 'vibe lawyering,' and how these technologies can empower lawyers to focus on more meaningful work while improving efficiency. Takeaways Dorna transitioned from law to tech to help domestic violence survivors.Gavel Workflows automates document creation for legal professionals.Gavel Exec serves as an AI copilot within Microsoft Word.The platform is designed to enhance collaboration and efficiency.AI tools can help lawyers focus on higher-level tasks.Misconceptions about AI include fears of job loss in the legal field.Vibe lawyering encourages creative legal thinking with AI assistance.Training junior associates can be streamlined using AI playbooks.Gavel Exec integrates with existing workflows to improve productivity.The future of legal practice will likely include AI as a standard tool. Resource Links ChatGPT Lab (a weekly AI workshop for lawyers) Apply to join the ChatGPT Lab The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter) The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers) Follow and Review: I'd love for you to follow me if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. I'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Thanks to the sponsor: Smith.ai Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish. And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.
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    35 min
  • 318: AI is a consensus machine (and here's why that's good for some lawyers)

    318: AI is a consensus machine (and here's why that's good for some lawyers)
    Nov 26 2025

    Show Notes

    In this episode, Ernie discusses the impact of AI on the legal profession, emphasizing that while AI may replace surface-level tasks, the best lawyers will thrive by focusing on deeper, strategic thinking and understanding complex legal outcomes.

    Takeaways

    • The best lawyers won't just survive this wave of AI. They're gonna dominate.
    • If your work is mostly surface level, AI is gonna replace you.
    • To remain indispensable, focus on outcomes and hidden risks.
    • Understanding the chessboard of legal scenarios is crucial.
    • Lawyers must evolve their skills to adapt to AI advancements.
    • AI should be seen as a tool, not a replacement.
    • Strategic thinking is key in the legal profession.
    • The future of law requires innovation and adaptation.
    • Surface-level tasks can be automated, but deeper insights cannot.
    • Indispensable lawyers will thrive in the AI era.

    Resource Links

    • ChatGPT Lab (a weekly AI workshop for lawyers)
    • Apply to join the ChatGPT Lab
    • The 80/20 Principle (my techlaw newsletter)
    • The Inner Circle (my online community for lawyers)

    Follow and Review:

    I'd love for you to follow me if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. I'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

    Thanks to the sponsor: Smith.ai

    Smith.ai is an amazing virtual receptionist service that specializes in working with solo and small law firms. When you hire Smith.ai, you're hiring well-trained, friendly receptionists who can respond to callers in English or Spanish.

    And they have a special offer for podcast listeners where you can get an extra $100 discount with promo code ERNIE100. Sign up for a risk-free start with a 14-day money-back guarantee now (and learn more) at smith.ai.
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    7 min
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