AI, Lawtech and the Future of Legal Practice with Christina Blacklaws artwork
Scottish Legal Insights | Journal of the Law Society of Scotland

AI, Lawtech and the Future of Legal Practice with Christina Blacklaws

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  • 27:08
  • May 26th 2026

How can the legal profession embrace new technology without widening the diversity gap? 

In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, solicitor, business leader and diversity champion Christina Blacklaws joins us to discuss the future of legal technology, inclusion and transformational change across the legal profession. Christina is chair of LawtechUK, former President of the Law Society of England and Wales, and founder of Blacklaws Consulting, where she advises organisations on strategy, innovation and leadership. 

We explore how emerging technologies are reshaping modern legal practice, why diversity and inclusion must remain central to legal innovation, and how law firms can use technology to create more equal and supportive workplaces. 

Listen for expert legal insights, practical guidance and perspectives on lawtech, leadership and the future of the legal profession. 

Scottish Legal Insights | Journal of the Law Society of Scotland

The Scottish Legal Insights podcast from the Journal of the Law Society of Scotland delivers expert legal insights, Scottish legal news and updates and practical guidance for today’s legal professionals. 

Step inside Scotland’s legal world, from blockbuster movie deals to the marketing of solicitors or the decisions being made in the highest courts. The Scottish Legal Insights podcast from the Journal of the Law Society of Scotland brings you leading voices from the profession for in-depth analysis and perspectives on the issues shaping modern legal practice.