Safeguarding Your Practice: Building Effective AI Policies

Golden Gate ALA Educational Session
Presented via Zoom – Originally held Monday, November 10, 2025 | 11:45 AM–1:00 PM PT

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping how legal professionals operate—from drafting documents to analyzing case law and automating workflows. But with opportunity comes risk. Without a clear policy framework, law firms face potential compliance gaps, data security vulnerabilities, and ethical challenges.

If you missed our recent Golden Gate ALA educational session, “Safeguarding Your Practice: Building Effective AI Policies,” you can now watch the full recording online.

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This practical, no-nonsense session—led by Eric Hoffmaster, Chief Operating Officer at Innovative Computing Systems—provides firm leaders and administrators with a roadmap for developing or refining AI governance policies that balance innovation with risk management.

Key Insights from the Session:

  • Core AI Policy Elements: What every firm should include to ensure compliance, security, and ethical use.

  • Simplifying AI Governance: How structured policies streamline decision-making and reduce risk.

  • Implementation Strategies: Practical steps to promote firm-wide adoption with minimal disruption.

  • Preparing for What’s Next: Staying aligned with evolving regulations and industry standards.

Featured Speaker

Eric Hoffmaster

Eric Hoffmaster
Chief Operating Officer
Innovative Computing Systems

Eric brings decades of experience advising law firms on secure and effective technology adoption. At Innovative Computing Systems, he leads strategic initiatives that help firms manage IT risk, improve compliance, and stay ahead of emerging technologies like AI.

Who Should Watch

  • Legal administrators involved in technology and policy development

  • Law firm executives and operations leaders

  • Professionals managing IT risk, compliance, or AI initiatives

Gain valuable, actionable insights to guide your firm’s responsible use of AI and protect your practice from emerging risks.

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