Getting People to Change is the Hardest Part About Legal Tech Adoption ft. Carolyn Humpherys

January 29, 2026 Joe Stephens

Legal Technology Legal AI Legal Industry Trends

Change is always uncomfortable. But in today’s tech-driven world, it's necessary.

In this episode of Between the Briefs, hosts Joe Stephens and Adrian Cea welcome Carolyn Humpherys, Senior Consultant at Traveling Coaches, to explore the critical gap between implementing new technology and achieving genuine organizational adoption.

What You’ll Learn:

Why change management and strategic training are the secret weapons behind successful AI adoption in law firms
How to overcome the resistance that derails most digital transformation initiatives
How to identify and remove adoption barriers within your organization
The practical strategies for implementing emerging technologies like Microsoft Copilot and generative AI tools
Understand the pivotal role of prompt engineering in maximizing AI productivity
How to build a culture of innovation in traditionally risk-averse law firms

Changing is no longer a survival tactic. It’s a competitive advantage. Tune in to understand how you can leverage it.

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About the Contributors

Joe Stephens

Joe Stephens, J.D., is Steno's Director of Legal Solutions as well as a Clinical Lecturer at Texas Tech University School of Law. With over 15 years of experience in criminal defense and public service, he founded and led Texas' largest rural public defender office, which serves a 12-county area. A graduate of The University of Texas School of Law (cum laude) and Vanderbilt University (B.A.), Stephens currently serves as a Board Member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association (TCDLA) and sits on multiple State Bar of Texas committees. His expertise spans the intersection of legal practice and technological innovation in the justice system.

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Adrian Cea

Adrian Cea is Steno's Social Media Manager, leading content strategy, audience engagement, and digital brand-building across platforms. He also produces and co-hosts Between the Briefs, Steno's podcast covering the intersection of legal technology, court reporting, and the future of litigation. With a background spanning content creation, field marketing, and sales at companies like Sell Better and Chili Piper, Adrian brings a multi-disciplined lens to making complex legal tech topics accessible and engaging.

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