CEO talks Ep.2: Interview with James Ding - DraftWise

In the second episode of CEO Talks, we’re excited to introduce James Ding, CEO and co-founder of DraftWise, a Silver Sponsor of Future Lawyer UK 8.0. Founded in 2020, DraftWise is an innovative AI-powered drafting platform designed to unify data silos and help law firms leverage their collective expertise and past deals to enhance client outcomes. With a strong focus on transactional law, DraftWise is transforming the way legal professionals integrate AI into their workflows.

Before founding DraftWise, James Ding led teams at Palantir, developing big data AI solutions and securing multiple patents in data security, machine learning, and cloud computing. With over 20 years as a full-stack developer, 16 years as an engineering leader, and 14 years of people management experience, James brings deep technical and leadership expertise to the legal tech space. His impressive portfolio includes six patents in AI, data security, and big data architecture.

In this episode, Timo Karakashev, CEO of Cosmonauts, the organiser of Future Lawyer UK, sits down with James to explore DraftWise’s journey in legal tech and what sets it apart from competitors. James also shares the platform’s remarkable achievements in 2024, including its global expansion into the EU, Canada, and Australia.

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Don’t miss your chance to connect with the DraftWise team this April at Future Lawyer UK 8.0. Will Seaton, Chief Customer Officer of DraftWise, will join Day 1 – Private Practice Day for the panel discussion, "Innovate or Integrate: Navigating the Build vs. Buy Conundrum in Legal Tech." DraftWise will also be exhibiting on Day 1 and Day 2, offering attendees the opportunity to explore their groundbreaking solutions firsthand.