Lawyer turned Innovator

Shaping the future of
legal services.

I’m Andrew Gray. A Legal Innovation and Transformation Manager leveraging technology and smarter ways of working to deliver real value.

The Paradigm Shift

After more than 13 years in traditional legal practice — including time as a Senior Associate in Real Estate law at a global firm — I’ve transitioned into a role focused on shaping the future of legal services.

My background spans complex property transactions, landlord and tenant matters, and bespoke commercial agreements, giving me a deep understanding of the challenges lawyers and clients face every day.

Now, as Legal Innovation and Transformation Manager at Hill Dickinson, I’m passionate about leveraging technology and smarter ways of working to deliver real value. From AI and automation to process improvement and client-focused solutions.

"For me, innovation isn’t just about tools; it’s about culture, collaboration, and creating space for lawyers to focus on what matters most: insight, judgement, and strategy."

Career Journey

Legal Innovation and Transformation Manager

Hill Dickinson LLP • Oct 2025 - Present

Leading the charge in AI, automation, and process improvement to make legal work more efficient, effective, and future-ready.

DLA Piper

13 yrs 3 mos

Senior Associate

May 2019 - Oct 2025 (6 yrs 6 mos) • Liverpool / Manchester

Real Estate

Associate

Sep 2014 - Apr 2019 (4 yrs 8 mos) • Liverpool

Real Estate

Trainee

Aug 2012 - Aug 2014 (2 yrs 1 mo) • Liverpool

Seats: Corporate, Real Estate, Construction & Engineering, Litigation (Liverpool)

University of Durham

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) • 2008 - 2011

Calday Grange Grammar School

2001 - 2008

Core Expertise

Future Technologies

Fascinated by emerging tech — AI, blockchain, IoT — and translating their power to transform the legal landscape.

Legal Practice

Over a decade of top-tier experience spanning complex property transactions, bespoke commercial agreements, and litigation.

Certifications & Languages

  • Remote Design Sprint Essentials
  • Design Thinking Fundamentals
  • 🌍French (Professional)

Portfolio Projects

Bridging the gap between legal insight and technological capability through process mapping, AI workflows, and strategic culture building.

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