This week Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Daya Naef. The two talk about Daya’s journey from legal practice to founding her own consulting company, her expertise in helping law firms strategically integrate AI into their operations, and the challenges firms face in adopting new technology.
In this episode, we discuss:
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How attorneys and law firms can proactively implement AI to streamline low-level, repetitive tasks, starting with secure, paid tools like ChatGPT.
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What are the risks of jumping into every new AI product—cautioning firms to avoid shiny object syndrome and focus on real, usable solutions for their teams.
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When law firms hit “tech cliffs”—such as e-filing and digital service—and how those parallels inform today’s AI readiness.
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Why discussing AI use openly in professional circles (and sharing "war stories" and best practices) helps reduce stigma and speeds up learning and adoption.
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Why authenticity and real human conversation will remain important, even as AI automates more legal functions.
Daya Naef, CEO of The Success Partner
Daya Naef is an attorney, entrepreneur, and business strategist with 20+ years in law, 7 in coaching, and 1 in AI strategy. She helps law firms grow, innovate, and succeed through her firm, The Success Partner. A Loyola JD graduate, her career spans litigation, mediation, and legal consulting. Known for her leadership and sharp insights, she mentors professionals and speaks on business development and the future of law. Outside work, she enjoys sculpting, reading, and spending time with her cats.
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