Episode 78: Bryan Parker, Co-founder and CEO of Legal Innovators

Daily Matters: The changing face of the legal industry

Bryan Parker is the Co-founder and CEO of Legal Innovators, an innovative alternative legal service provider (ALSP) that is helping law firms train young lawyers more effectively, embrace better business models, and enhance Diversity and Inclusion efforts.

In this wide-ranging discussion with Jack Newton, Bryan talks about:

• Why he co-founded Legal Innovators, and how the company helps law firms and lawyers
• How data and metrics can help firms make better decisions
• How to foster more successful Diversity and Inclusion initiatives in law firms and law schools
• Why lawyers should think more like business owners
• What the future of the profession could and should look like

You can read Bryan’s recent article in The American Lawyer, “What the Death of George Floyd Should Teach the Legal Industry,” here. And check out Legal Innovators’ framework for improving Diversity and Inclusion in legal here.

Bryan Parker is the Co-founder and CEO of Legal Innovators, an innovative alternative legal service provider (ALSP). As CEO, Bryan runs Legal Innovators’ day-to-day operations. Not only is he trained in the law, he is also a leader in business; Bryan served as the CEO and COO of venture- and private equity-backed businesses including DaVita and Affinity Media, and he also has a background in investment banking.

One of Bryan’s passions is helping clients find innovative solutions to their hiring, pricing, and Diversity and Inclusion challenges in an efficient and cost-effective manner. He can relate to the pressure today’s businesses face to reduce costs, while preserving quality. Bryan leads Legal Innovators’ team with this dual focus in mind.

You can follow Bryan on Twitter at @RBRYANPARKER