Inside the Aparti.AI Salon: The Future of Law Meets AI
- Jenny Kay Pollock
- Oct 13
- 3 min read
What does the future of law look like in an AI-powered world? That question shaped one of the most thought-provoking events of SF Tech Week.
On October 7, an audience gathered at Werqwise for the Aparti.AI Salon, hosted by Anna Naidis, CPO and Co-Founder of Aparti.AI, and supported by WOMEN x AI. Reut Lazo attended and had a great time learning at the intersection of AI and legal, in community.
The evening brought together legal experts, founders, and investors for an honest conversation about how artificial intelligence is reshaping the practice of law, courtroom dynamics, and the client experience.
The Setting
The event felt more like a dinner party than a conference. Instead of long presentations, attendees joined an open dialogue led by a panel of voices who have been shaping the intersection of law and innovation:
Partners including Axos Bank, SuperFunding.AI, and Tecto AI helped make the conversation possible, reflecting how the legal and financial ecosystems are converging around AI adoption.
What We Heard
Each speaker shared a unique lens on how AI is already changing their work.
1. Empathy and context still matter. As one panelist put it, your lawyer is not your therapist—but empathy and human judgment remain essential. AI can process data, but only people can interpret emotion, risk, and nuance.
2. Automation is redefining the workday. Lawyers are using AI tools to summarize transcripts, prepare filings, and manage discovery. The time saved lets them focus on complex reasoning instead of spreadsheets.
3. Judgment cannot be automated. Clients hire lawyers for expertise, not templates. AI can enhance decision-making, but it cannot replace human discernment.
4. Courtrooms are becoming data-driven. Real-time transcripts and searchable case data are transforming access to justice, improving both transparency and speed.
5. Meet your clients where they are. Adoption starts with trust. Firms that communicate clearly about how they use AI are building stronger relationships with clients and regulators alike.
Reflections from the Room
The salon created a rare environment for open debate. Some attendees voiced concerns about bias in legal datasets and accountability for AI-generated work.
Others shared optimism about how technology could democratize legal access and lower costs for underserved communities.
One theme stood out: AI is not replacing lawyers—it is redefining what good lawyering looks like.
Why It Matters
The legal sector often lags behind in digital transformation, yet it is now on the front line of AI adoption. Tools that analyze contracts, summarize cases, or predict outcomes are becoming mainstream. What remains uncertain is how governance, ethics, and education will keep pace.
Events like Aparti.AI’s salon create the space for those conversations. By bringing founders, lawyers, and investors together, they move the dialogue from speculation to strategy.
Looking Ahead
Aparti.AI plans to continue hosting salons where experts can explore responsible AI use in professional fields. The conversation at Werqwise proved that innovation and accountability can grow together when the right people are in the room.
WOMEN x AI is proud to celebrate members like Anna Naidis who are leading the way in creating thoughtful, inclusive spaces for dialogue around AI. Continue the conversation with our full SF Tech Week 2025 Recap, or see how AI showed up in unexpected ways at the Fashion × Tech Showcase co-hosted by WOMEN × AI.
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