In Conversation with Anthropic’s Aparna Sridhar, Sonal N. Mehta Explores How AI Is Redefining the Role of In-House Lawyers in Corporate Counsel

Strategic Role Expansion: In-house lawyers are adopting a more strategic role, guiding business decisions and navigating evolving regulatory environments prompted by AI advancements.
Tech-Savvy Mindset: Success in this AI-driven field requires a combination of technical skills, intellectual curiosity, and adaptability.
Cultural Fit and Curiosity: At companies like Anthropic, a strong emphasis is placed on intellectual curiosity as a vital trait for lawyers, alongside traditional skill sets.
Transformed Expectations: AI is reshaping expectations for both in-house and outside counsel, pushing them to become more adept with new tools and rethink training and professional development approaches.
In-Depth Discussion: Sonal N. Mehta and Anthropic’s Aparna Sridhar delve into these themes in a feature piece in Corporate Counsel, spotlighting practical aspects of practicing law in the AI era.