Webinar Recap: Adapt or Lose to the Competition - Real-World AI Strategies for Law Firms

Let’s face it — the legal world is changing fast, and AI is no longer a "nice-to-have." It’s a must. That was the clear message from our recent webinar, Adapt or Lose to the Competition, where industry experts peeled back the curtain on how law firms are using AI right now to get ahead — and what happens if you don’t.

Here’s a recap of the biggest takeaways from the session, plus real-world insights for firms looking to stay competitive.



Why AI, Why Now?

Marissa Sapega, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Assembly Software, kicked things off with a message: law firms that embrace AI are gaining serious ground. The ones that don’t? They’re falling behind — fast.

AI isn’t just hype. It’s transforming core tasks like:

• Document drafting

• Case timeline generation

• Client intake

• Legal research

• Workflow automation

And the best part? These tools are accessible even to small and mid-size firms. No massive tech team required.



How Firms Are Using AI Today

Attendees heard firsthand from legal professionals who’ve already integrated AI into their practice. 

Nick Verderame, a practicing attorney at Plattner Verderame, PC, shared how his firm is already using AI to speed up repetitive legal processes. Drafting a demand letter used to take an hour or more. Now? A few minutes, thanks to NeosAI’s ability to auto-generate drafts using data already in the case file.

“It’s like having another paralegal who never gets tired. We’re not replacing people — we’re letting them do more meaningful work.” – Nick Verderame

Meanwhile, Jon Lomurro of Lomurro Law emphasized how AI helps improve accuracy and consistency across cases. He pointed out that legal automation reduces human error — especially for routine tasks like discovery responses or client communications.

“Efficiency isn’t about cutting corners. It’s about doing things smarter — and AI lets us do exactly that.” – Jon Lomurro

The consensus was clear: AI isn’t replacing jobs. It’s removing grunt work so your team can focus on strategy and client service.



Real AI Strategies in Action

McKay Ferrell, SVP of Product at Assembly Software, also showcased NeosAI, Assembly’s built-in AI-powered features for legal case management. Attendees saw how real firms are using it to instantly generate a demand letter based on client case info already in the system. No retyping. No copy-paste. Just edit and go. 

If you couldn’t catch the full session, here are the golden nuggets:

• Start small: You don’t need to overhaul everything overnight. Try AI for a single use case — like document generation — and grow from there.

• Train your team: AI is only as good as your users. Make sure your staff is equipped to get the most from your tools.

• Choose legal-specific tools: Generic AI doesn’t cut it. You need platforms built for law firms, like Neos.



Key Takeaways for Legal Professionals

AI isn’t a trend — it’s a competitive edge. The firms that adapt will thrive. The ones that wait? They may find themselves playing catch-up.

If your firm is still doing things the old way, it might be time to ask: Are we keeping up — or getting left behind?

You can watch the full webinar recording available on-demand. 

Ready to experience how AI-powered case management software can save your firm time and resources? Schedule a consultation with our team today.