Data readiness – Why, and how, your data will make or break AI success in 2026 – Legal IT Insider

AI is reshaping the legal sector faster than ever — but one topic continues to sit at the centre of every strategic conversation: data.

As intelligent assistants and agentic workflows move from experimentation to everyday practice, firms are discovering a hard truth: AI can only be as effective as the data beneath it. Fragmented repositories, inconsistent metadata, and gaps in governance are still holding back AI initiatives that should be delivering measurable impact.

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So what are the firms getting it right doing differently — and how can others catch up?

Join Caroline Hill in conversation with Brandall Nelson, Legal Solutions Director at NetDocuments, as they unpack what true “data readiness” looks like in 2026 and why it’s now the most critical predictor of AI success.

We’ll cover:

• Why data remains the biggest barrier — and the biggest opportunity — in legal AI
• The hidden data issues that quietly derail otherwise promising AI projects
• What high-performing firms are doing to make their data AI‑ready
• Whether AI itself can help solve legacy data challenges
• How structured data and smarter knowledge management are driving real ROI

This is a practical, market-focused session designed for legal professionals who want to move from hype to execution.

Bring your questions, your challenges, and your real-world experiences — and leave with a clearer roadmap for unlocking AI value through better data.