AI is fundamentally changing the practice of law, but many attorneys are confused or even frightened about what the technology may mean for their careers. Legal tech tools have evolved from basic spelling and grammar checks to document review and drafting, and now include sophisticated AI agents capable of handling complex tasks independently. Chief legal officers at technology companies are uniquely situated to see both sides of this evolution as they serve as the nexus between their business partners and outside counsel. This article summarizes key takeaways from a panel of lead counsel at Google, Anthropic, Liberty Mutual and IBM, who spoke at the recent ABA White Collar Crime Institute regarding how lawyers can adapt and thrive during this continuing wave of change. See “A Baker’s Dozen AI Governance Resolutions for 2026” (Jan. 14, 2026).