The Mostly Legal Podcast

AI is transforming the legal world, but where do law firms even begin? In this episode of The Mostly Legal Podcast, hosts Rob Joyner and Amanda Koplos talk with Melissa “Mel” Ballesteros, Manager of AI and Legal Technology Adoption, to explore her career journey from tech support to becoming an AI leader in law. Mel shares practical insights on:
  • How law firms can dip their toes into AI without getting overwhelmed
  • Why training programs need to evolve into workshops and communities
  • The role of AI tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini in everyday legal work
  • Why women in AI and cybersecurity need more support and visibility
It’s part tech talk, part career journey, and all-around inspiring. Whether you’re an attorney, a law firm administrator, or just curious about AI’s role in legal, this episode is packed with insights (and a few laughs along the way).

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Creators and Guests

Host
Amanda Koplos
Mostly Legal host
Host
Rob Joyner
Mostly Legal host
Producer
Katie Langer

What is The Mostly Legal Podcast?

A lot goes on behind the scenes of law firms and we’re here to finally uncover it all. With interviews from some of the greatest minds in the business of law, we’re about to laugh, yell, and cry our way through some stories that we bet you never thought you’d hear.