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Mind At WorkLegal Ops with a Soul: Yesenia Santiago Egner on Mindset, Faith & FrameworksIn this episode of Mind At Work, Lorna sits down with Yesenia Santiago Egner—known to many as Jessie—a seasoned legal operations strategist who brings more than just frameworks to the table. With over 15 years of experience across financial services, media, and pharma, Jessie has helped shape the evolution of legal ops from behind the scenes and at the helm of major transformations.But what makes this conversation special is what’s rarely visible on the résumé: a deeply rooted values system, a strong sense of calling, and a belief that legal ops is less about co...2025-04-2241 min
Mind At WorkTom Rice on Breaking Legal's Process AddictionIn this milestone 10th episode of Mind At Work, host Lorna Khemraz (Lead Counsel at Flank) is joined by Tom Rice, Senior Director of Legal at TravelPerk, for a sharp and thought-provoking conversation on the future of in-house legal.Tom has built his legal career across private practice, UEFA, and now a high-growth tech company — bringing a product-minded, user-first approach that challenges the way most legal teams operate.Together, they explore:Why legal’s obsession with process might be its biggest blind spotWhat it means to think like a product team inside legalWhether tech, mind...2025-03-2844 min
Mind At WorkBurnout, AI, and Legal Careers in Flux with Henry Nelson-CaseThe legal profession has long been defined by prestige, long hours, and the pressure to fit a mold. But is that really the full story?In this episode of Mind At Work, Lorna Khemraz sits down with Henry Nelson Case, the lawyer-turned-content-creator who’s challenging outdated industry norms. From his viral videos to his TEDx talk on mental health, Henry has built a platform that goes beyond humor—it’s about real talk on burnout, career growth, and the evolving role of lawyers in a world shaped by AI and new expectations.Tune i...2025-03-101h 00
Mind At WorkThe Hard Truth About Legal AI Adoption with Peter DuffyAI is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, but when it comes to legal, adoption is still in its early days. In this episode of Mind At Work, I sit down with Peter Duffy, Founder and CEO of Titans, a LegalTech and AI consultancy that helps legal service providers and in-house teams drive innovative transformation.We explore why 2024 marked a turning point for AI in legal, the biggest challenges to adoption, and how forward-thinking legal teams are moving from experimentation to execution.Peter shares his insights on the risks of "shiny object syndrome," why AI...2025-02-2854 min
Mind At WorkAI, Automation & Agile Innovation: Andrew Krug on Legal Ops at TwitchHow do you bring an engineering mindset to legal operations? What does agile methodology look like in legal teams? And how can AI truly become a collaborator rather than just another tool?In this episode of Mind At Work, Andrew Krug, Head of Legal Operations at Twitch, joins host Lorna Khemraz, Lead Counsel at Flank,for a deep dive into:✅ The role of prioritisation in making legal teams more effective✅ Why Legal Ops sits at the center of business, legal, and product teams✅ How AI is evolving from tool to partner in legal workfl...2025-02-2837 min
Mind At WorkStop Pretending: Leila El Gharbi on Authenticity, AI, and Transforming the Legal WorldIn this episode, Flank's Lorna Khemraz is joined by Leila El Gharbi—a French-qualified lawyer turned legal tech leader who’s redefining what it means to thrive in the legal industry.Leila shares her incredible journey, from walking 1,000 miles on a pilgrimage to navigating a career shift that took her from lawyer to legal tech powerhouse. Along the way, she’s learned the value of curiosity, resilience, and owning your individuality.We dive into:The biggest mistakes she made transitioning careers—and the lessons they taught her.Why the legal world needs less pretending and more...2025-02-281h 01
Mind At WorkHow Human Skills and AI Are Shaping the Future of Law with Claire SandersIn this episode of Mind at Work, Lorna Khemraz (Lead Counsel at Flank) sits down with Claire Sanders, seasoned General Counsel turned entrepreneur and co-founder of Being Human. Claire’s work focuses on empowering professionals to develop essential human skills—empathy, resilience, creativity—and reveals how these skills are vital in a legal industry increasingly shaped by AI and automation.Here’s what you can expect:✅ The concept of a “squiggly career” and how stepping off the traditional path can lead to fulfillment.✅ Why human skills are as data-backed and valuable as tech expertise.✅ How AI can free la...2025-02-2848 min
Mind At WorkHow to Build a Legal Career That Balances Passion, Tech, and Community with Effie DowerIn this insightful and inspiring episode, Lorna Khemraz sits down with Effie Dower, VP of Legal at M42, community builder, and passionate advocate for women in law. Effie shares her journey from growing up in a tight-knit Greek community in Wales to making bold career moves, including her recent relocation to Abu Dhabi.Together, they dive into Effie’s approach to leadership, her experience founding the Women in Law Constellation Network, and how she's leveraging legal technology to transform in-house legal operations. Effie offers candid reflections on balancing a demanding career with family life, building relationships that ma...2025-02-2856 min
Mind At WorkHow AI is Redefining Law, Creativity, and Contracts with Ty OgunadeIn this episode of Mind At Work, Lorna sits down with Ty Ogunade, Contracts Manager at GWI and a U.S.-qualified lawyer, to discuss:Ty’s journey from studying law in the U.S. to working at the Alan Turing Institute and his current role at GWI.How his love for the creative industries shapes his approach to legal work, including viewing contracts as storytelling.The practical ways AI is transforming the legal profession, from drafting contracts to empowering junior lawyers and teams.Insights on embracing AI as a tool for growth while balancing its ethical and cr...2025-02-2835 min
Mind At WorkForget Cost Centre, Legal is a Strategic Powerhouse and Here’s How with Eugénie MichalopoulosHow can legal teams shed the label of “cost center” and become true strategic powerhouses? What does it take for a GC to align legal priorities with business goals while driving trust and efficiency?In this episode of Mind At Work, we’re joined by Eugénie Michalopoulos, General Counsel at Blue Optima, who shares her insights on transforming the role of legal teams in today’s fast-paced business environment.Eugénie discusses:✅ Practical strategies to streamline running a lean legal team and deliver value.✅ How to cut bureaucracy and build stronger relat...2025-02-281h 11
Mind At WorkAI Is Changing The Law Faster Than You Think with Oliver YonchevWhy or how could AI possibly steamroll the legal industry?Is LinkedIn all that important to lawyers?Does automation have a future in expert industries?What does a good leader prioritise when scaling a business?Tune in to this launch episode with the incredibly accomplished investor and serial entrepreneur Oliver Yonchev to find out. Oliver is a global leader in the creative industries, having scaled marketing businesses, worked with some of the world’s most recognised brands (including co-founding Flight Story with Steven Bar...2025-02-2856 min
In-House OutliersSpearheading Innovation with Legal OS's Lorna KhemrazLorna Khemraz (Lead AI Counsel at Legal OS) joined Alex Kelly on the podcast this week to discuss the ways that AI is poised to improve all facets of legal work.
Lorna also shared her thoughts on the major differences between working in-house vs. private practice, and shared insights from her fascinating career journey.2024-04-1128 min