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Lourdes Fuentes: Leading Legal Innovator and Transformation Expert

Lourdes Fuentes Slater is an esteemed legal professional, recognized as a trailblazer and innovator in the legal industry. As the Founder and CEO of Karta Legal LLC, a distinguished legal operations and technology management consulting firm, she has dedicated her career to helping law firms and legal departments excel by embracing innovation and leveraging cutting-edge technology.

Lourdes obtained her legal education from the prestigious University of Pennsylvania Law School. With over two decades of experience in legal operations, technology management, and litigation, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Throughout her remarkable journey, she has represented governmental and quasi-governmental agencies, as well as publicly-held Fortune 100 companies.

Notably, Lourdes has been instrumental in driving change and spearheading transformation initiatives. Her outstanding contributions have earned her recognition as a "Trailblazer" by the esteemed New York Law Journal. Lourdes has demonstrated exceptional leadership as she oversaw all legal operations and technology acquisition at Grais & Ellsworth, where she also served as its internal General Counsel. She played a pivotal role in high-profile cases, such as the residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) litigation, acting as the lead in discovery and expert work on behalf of the FDIC and several Federal Home Loan Banks. Prior to that she successfully managed the discovery and logistics for the Madoff bankruptcy litigation on behalf of the Trustee.

Most recently, Lourdes also served as an Interim CEO at a prominent midsize firm located in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia area. Her strategic leadership and visionary approach were instrumental in driving exceptional growth for the firm. Within just one year, under her guidance, the firm experienced a remarkable 40% growth. Lourdes played a pivotal role in upgrading the firm's technology stack and streamlining their processes, ensuring they were equipped with cutting-edge tools and efficient workflows. Her tenure as Interim CEO marked a transformative period for the firm, setting them on a trajectory of success and positioning them as industry leaders in the region.

At Karta Legal, a certified women and minority-owned company, Lourdes has assembled a comprehensive ecosystem to guide organizations on their legal innovation journey. Her primary focus is on fostering innovation and reimagining the delivery of legal services. Lourdes is not only a seasoned litigator and technologist but also a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Legal Project Manager, setting her apart from other experts and consultants in the field. Leveraging her diverse skill set, she utilizes a range of design thinking and business process improvement tools, expertly adapted to the legal industry's unique requirements.

Outside her professional endeavors, Lourdes actively contributes to various organizations and initiatives. She served on the Board of Directors of Birch Family Services for over ten years. She is also on the Advisory Board of the Merlin Legal Open-Source Foundation. Lourdes has worked with the Sedona group and spoken at panels focused on shaping the AI core principles and guidelines for the legal industry. Furthermore, she is a proud member of The Alumni Society, an exclusive membership organization for accomplished Latino leaders who have excelled in corporate America and graduated from highly competitive universities and colleges.

Lourdes Fuentes's remarkable career showcases her unwavering commitment to legal innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion. By prioritizing people, streamlining processes, and selecting tailored technologies, she empowers firms and legal departments to thrive in today's rapidly evolving legal landscape. With her visionary leadership and extensive expertise, Lourdes is paving the way for a more innovative and inclusive legal industry.

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