First published on https://xraised.com/videos/laina-chan-patricia-gannon-on-building-global-legal-communities-with-ai-trust-and-technology/
In this compelling Xraised 45 interview, Laina Chan, Founder & CEO of MiAI Law, and Patricia Gannon, Founder & CEO of Platforum9, come together to explore how technology, trust, and global collaboration are reshaping the future of the legal profession. Drawing on decades of experience across law, legal tech, and international practice, both leaders share how AI-powered tools and social-audio platforms are redefining access, opportunity, and connection for lawyers worldwide.
Laina Chan an award-winning barrister, LegalTech innovator, and Most Influential CEO 2025 – LegalTech (Sydney) discusses the vision behind MiAI Law: building ethical, transparent AI that delivers secure, evidence-based legal research while empowering, not replacing, human judgment. She explains how MiAI Law levels the playing field for firms of all sizes by providing high-quality, privacy-compliant AI research tools, and why institutions like Sydney University and major legal bodies are paying close attention to this moment in the AI timeline.
Patricia Gannon shares the journey behind Platforum9, a global social-audio platform designed exclusively for legal professionals. With over 30 years in the legal industry including senior roles across Europe and the European Commission—Patricia explains why voice-based, informal spaces are the next frontier for lawyers to learn, debate, and collaborate without the pressure of traditional hierarchies. She highlights the growing international demand for trusted communities where lawyers can experiment with ideas, share insights, and build meaningful professional relationships.
Together, Laina and Patricia dive into the importance of trust in legal technology discussing the design decisions that ensure users feel both safe and empowered. They paint a powerful picture of a future where a young lawyer in a small firm can tap into MiAI Law’s AI research capabilities while simultaneously accessing Platforum9’s global network—without needing the backing of a major firm.
This episode is essential viewing for legal professionals, LegalTech founders, academics, and innovators interested in the intersection of AI, community, and the evolving practice of law. It offers a rare, forward-looking conversation on how technology can expand access to justice, democratize expertise, and strengthen global legal communities.
