Ep. 28 - Meet Alison Grounds, Managing Partner at Troutman Pepper eMerge

Jun 13, 2024

In this episode of Careers in the Business of Law, David Cowen chats with Alison Grounds, Managing Partner at Troutman Pepper eMerge in Atlanta. Alison shares her journey from a summer associate to a leading innovator in legal technology and e-discovery.

 

Key Highlights:

• Alison Grounds faced a pivotal moment as a 5th-year associate when a critical review questioned her focus on e-discovery. Motivated by this feedback, she researched and connected with pioneers like Ronni Solomon and Tess Blair, ultimately deciding to specialize in e-discovery.
• Alison compares the early days of e-discovery to today's advancements in generative AI. She highlights the ongoing need for creativity and willingness to step out of comfort zones, pointing out, "We're still solving problems, just with different tools."
• To tackle the challenges of generative AI, Alison formed a diverse task force at Troutman Pepper. This group included general counsel, data security, IP, and labor and employment lawyers, showcasing the importance of inclusive discussions for technological adoption.

Mentions:

• Alison Grounds: LinkedIn
• Troutman Pepper eMerge 
• David Cowen: LinkedIn
• Ronnie Solomon: LinkedIn
• Tess Blair: LinkedIn
• Paul Weiner: LinkedIn
• Julia Louis-Dreyfus's Wiser Than Me: Wiser Than Me