The Story of Colin S. Levy
Colin S. Levy works where law meets technology, and he has spent his career making that intersection accessible to everyone in the legal profession.
As General Counsel at Malbek and Adjunct Professor of Law at Albany Law School, Colin combines the daily practice of in-house law with a deep commitment to educating legal professionals about how technology can improve their work. He writes about it, teaches it, speaks about it, and lives it every day.
The Great Recession shaped this path. When the economic downturn disrupted traditional career tracks for new law graduates, Colin chose in-house legal roles at the ground level. That decision proved to be more than a career pivot. It became the foundation of a professional identity built on blending legal skill, technological fluency, and business strategy.
Corporate transactional law served as Levy's training ground. Over more than a decade of in-house experience spanning cybersecurity, educational technology, and SaaS, he developed a practical understanding of how technology changes legal work for the better. What sets Colin apart is what he did with that knowledge. He turned personal experience into public advocacy, encouraging legal professionals to treat technology not as a supplement to their practice but as a core part of how legal services create value.
At Malbek, a leading Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) company, Colin runs the legal function while also helping the broader legal community understand the role of CLM and legal technology in modern practice. This dual role reflects his belief that today's general counsel must pair strong legal judgment with a working knowledge of how technology drives business results.
Colin brings an interdisciplinary perspective to every problem. He approaches legal challenges through a framework that connects commercial strategy, technology, and regulatory requirements. This perspective breaks down silos between legal, business, and technology teams and reflects his conviction that the best solutions emerge when different disciplines work together.
His published work carries this mission forward. Levy authored The Legal Tech Ecosystem: Innovation, Advancement & the Future of Law Practice, co-authored CLM for Dummies, and edited the Handbook of Legal Tech. These works provides practical, accessible guidance for legal professionals navigating the digital landscape.
Beyond the page, Colin shares candid, practical insights through LinkedIn and his blog, where his commentary focuses on what actually matters for legal professionals rather than chasing hype. These are not casual posts but considered contributions to a profession-wide conversation about how law is changing.
Colin's career traces a clear line from navigating economic uncertainty to becoming a trusted voice in legal technology. In 2026, he joined the Board of Directors of the Corporate Legal Operations Consortium (CLOC), adding governance responsibility to his already broad influence across the profession. His work offers both perspective and a practical roadmap for legal professionals building careers in an increasingly digital world.
A graduate of Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut and Boston College Law School, Colin makes his home in Great Barrington, Massachusetts with his husband Jared and two cats who expect the same level of attentiveness he brings to transforming the legal profession.
“I have had the pleasure of meeting Colin in different settings on podcasts, events and was so inspired that I invited him to speak at my Fit to Practice Society fireside event. He is a standout attorney, business development expert, and legal tech extraordinaire who is one of the most resilient and talented individuals that I have ever met. When he speaks, he commands the room in a way no one else can.”
Angela Han
Lawyer, Life Coach
“Fit Practice” Podcast Host
“Colin understands the complex and sometimes fraught relationship between lawyers and technology, and generously shares his insights with everyone who asks. If you’re not following him on Twitter, you’re missing out. Colin cares about our profession and its future, and it shows.”
Karen Dunn Skinner
Attorney & CEO, Gimbal
Lean Practice Management Advisors
David Skinner
Attorney & President
Lean Practice Management Advisors
“Colin brings a clarity and grounded realism to the conversation that deeply resonates. His ability to speak to both the challenges and the opportunities ahead for lawyers navigating this new terrain is invaluable. Colin's work continues to be an important touchstone for those of us thinking seriously about the future of legal education and practice in the age of AI.”
Kevin Lee
Intel Professor of Law at North Carolina Central School of Law
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Legal technology thought leader. Author. Educator.
Colin S. Levy is a leading voice in legal technology innovation, bridging the worlds of legal practice, technology evangelism, and education. As General Counsel and Evangelist at Malbek, a contract lifecycle management platform, and Adjunct Professor of Technology & Law Practice Management at Albany Law School, he helps legal professionals harness the transformative potential of AI and emerging technologies.
Colin is the author of "The Legal Tech Ecosystem" and "CLM for Dummies," with a forthcoming book on AI and lawyers set for release in 2026. His work focuses helping attorneys understand both the capabilities and limitations of legal technology.
Through speaking engagements, writing, and hands-on education, he empowers lawyers to embrace innovation with clarity and confidence.