Tarter Krinsky & Drogin launches Office of AI and Innovation and appoints John Keary as director
Tarter Krinsky & Drogin has established an Office of AI and Innovation, appointing John Keary as its first director.Summary
Tarter Krinsky & Drogin, a bicoastal midsize law firm, has launched a new Office of AI and Innovation to oversee the responsible integration of emerging technologies. John Keary, a former attorney and AI implementation expert from NYU Langone Health, has been appointed as the firm's first Director of AI and Innovation. Keary will lead the firm's AI strategy, governance, and process improvement initiatives, working across various departments to enhance efficiency and client service.
Keary's background includes experience in commercial litigation and leading AI-powered tool development for litigation, IP, and contract review. His role aims to embed practical AI solutions into the firm's legal and business operations, supporting attorneys rather than replacing them. Managing Partner Alan Tarter emphasized that the new office is part of the firm's evolution to meet changing client needs through technological advancement.
This strategic move signals a broader trend in the legal industry where firms are building internal capacity to deploy AI as a permanent business strategy. The appointment of a leader with both legal and technical expertise highlights the growing importance of technical literacy and operational thinking in modern legal practice.
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