What Baker McKenzie’s 1,000-Person Pivot Tells Us About the Future of (Legal) Work

As an advocate observing the rapid integration of artificial intelligence into the legal profession, I examine what Baker McKenzie’s restructuring truly signals for the future of law. This is not merely a layoff story — it is a case study in how AI is reshaping legal practice, redefining professional roles, and forcing lawyers worldwide, including in India, to rethink strategy, efficiency, and long-term relevance in an AI-driven legal ecosystem.

