Divija Kothari stories

Stories by Divija Kothari explore what it means to build an unconventional career in law, especially at the intersection of legal practice, technology and AI. Drawing on firsthand experience as a former BigLaw lawyer turned legal engineer, her writing examines how traditional legal paths are being reshaped by automation, product thinking and innovation.

By following her work, readers can understand how legal skills translate into legal tech, what it really looks like to leave the “safe” partnership track and how to navigate the risks, rewards and identity shifts that come with a career pivot. These stories offer practical insight for lawyers, law students and legal-ops professionals who are curious about AI and legal engineering, and who are questioning whether the conventional route is the only way to build a meaningful legal career.