Understanding the Psychology of AI Trust

When:  Aug 7, 2026 from 11:00 to 12:00 (ET)

11:00 am EDT, 8 am PDT.

Attorneys are trained to be autonomous, skeptical, and questioning—traits that are essential to the practice of law but can create unique challenges when evaluating and adopting artificial intelligence. Join renowned attorney-turned-psychologist Dr. Larry Richard and change management expert Julia Montgomery as they explore the psychological factors that influence lawyers' trust in AI and discuss practical strategies for increasing adoption while reinforcing the importance of verifying AI-generated output. Drawing on decades of research into lawyer personality and organizational change, this session will provide actionable insights to help legal professionals build appropriate confidence in AI without compromising the critical thinking and professional judgment that define the legal profession.


Moderator:
Jennifer Mendez, Senior Director of Knowledge Management Innovation, Fisher Phillips

Panelists:
Julia Montgomery, Director of Practice Enablement, King & Spalding LLP
Dr. Larry Richard, Founder & CEO, LawyerBrain
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