The Legal Technologist

Robin

The old world of law is ending. A new one is being built. Will you be a spectator, or an architect? Hosted by Robin Muthomi, an Advocate and Legal Technologist, this podcast is the definitive forum for the future of law in Africa. We go beyond the hype to explore the "Nairobi Precedent"—how emerging jurisdictions can leapfrog the West using AI. From automated contracts to algorithmic governance, we interview the pioneers reshaping the profession and equip you with the practical tools to lead. Join the conversation. The future of law is now in session.

Episodes

  1. 11/30/2025

    The Nairobi Precedent

    The Nairobi Precedent Is the future of law being written in London and New York, or is it being coded in Nairobi? Hosted by Robin Muthomi, an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and Legal Technologist, The Nairobi Precedentexplores a provocative thesis: that emerging jurisdictions like Kenya are uniquely positioned to leapfrog the legacy inefficiencies of the West and define the global standard for AI in law. We are witnessing the end of the 500-year-old "paper-and-ink" era of justice. As Artificial Intelligence introduces a non-human mind into legal practice, the profession faces a binary choice: obsolescence or evolution. In this podcast, we don't just discuss the future; we architect it. Join us for deep dives into: The "Leapfrog" Strategy: How African legal systems can bypass archaic regulations to adopt AI faster and more effectively than the Global North. Practical Automation: Moving beyond hype to real-world tools—from AI agents in the judiciary to automated M&A due diligence. Algorithmic Governance: How do we regulate the machines that will soon draft our laws and rulings? The New Legal Career: Redefining what it means to be a lawyer when the "billable hour" model collapses. Featuring conversations with forward-thinking judges, tech CEOs, policymakers, and the "rare breed" of lawyers building the new system. The old precedents are broken. It’s time to set a new one. Link to the community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/G4Am5K7C0KzHPuRxXE7U93?mode=hqrt2

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The old world of law is ending. A new one is being built. Will you be a spectator, or an architect? Hosted by Robin Muthomi, an Advocate and Legal Technologist, this podcast is the definitive forum for the future of law in Africa. We go beyond the hype to explore the "Nairobi Precedent"—how emerging jurisdictions can leapfrog the West using AI. From automated contracts to algorithmic governance, we interview the pioneers reshaping the profession and equip you with the practical tools to lead. Join the conversation. The future of law is now in session.

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