A Candid Discussion On What In‑House Lawyers Need To Do Differently

If AI is changing how legal work is done, what do in-house lawyers need to do differently to stay effective and influential? In this episode of In-House Matters by Lawcadia, we hear from Archana Acharya, Chief General Counsel at Gallagher Bassett, as she shares her perspective on how in-house legal teams need to evolve in response to accelerating change across the legal industry. As AI reshapes how legal work is done, how teams collaborate and how value is delivered, Archana explores what in-house lawyers need to do differently to remain effective, influential and commercially relevant. This conversation examines the habits and assumptions that no longer serve modern in-house legal teams, how AI is redefining ways of working and relationship-building, and how expectations of law firms are changing. It also touches on leadership in uncertain times and the value that broader, non-linear career experience can bring to modern legal practice. This practical 25-minute session covers: The behaviours and working habits that no longer serve modern in-house practice How in-house lawyers can build influence and trust in a technology-enabled environment How expectations of law firms are changing, including responsiveness, collaboration and value delivery The value of a non-linear career path and what this can mean for lawyers Leadership in the world of AI and uncertainty This is a timely opportunity to consider how the role of the in-house lawyer is changing and what strong, effective leadership will require next. This episode offers practical insights for legal professionals thinking about how to adapt, build influence and work differently in a legal industry being reshaped by AI.