Stephanie Palmierihirasawa is a dynamic Sr. Manager of Legal & Compliance Technology at Equinix, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the global legal operations landscape. With over a decade of experience in legal technology, Stephanie is adept at driving initiatives from sourcing through...
Stephanie Palmierihirasawa is a dynamic Sr. Manager of Legal & Compliance Technology at Equinix, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the global legal operations landscape. With over a decade of experience in legal technology, Stephanie is adept at driving initiatives from sourcing through to company-wide enablement, ensuring that legal processes are not only efficient but also strategically aligned with the organization’s goals. Her expertise spans a wide array of systems design, including contract management, contract AI, vendor procurement, e-billing, and various legal intake workflows, making her an invaluable asset to the Equinix team.
In her current role, Stephanie leads a dedicated team focused on the development and execution of Equinix's global legal technology roadmap. She is instrumental in enabling digital transformation across critical practice areas such as eBilling/Matter Management, Legal Service Requests, Data Privacy Management, Document Management, and Board Portals. Her strong emphasis on process automation and Agile project management has fostered a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the legal department. By implementing best practices for agile development and change management strategies, Stephanie ensures that the legal team can adapt swiftly to evolving business needs while maintaining compliance and operational excellence.
Stephanie's strategic vision is complemented by her skills in budget management and vendor management, allowing her to drive cost savings and maximize the value of legal technology investments. As she continues to lead strategic initiatives at Equinix, her commitment to enhancing legal operations through technology and process optimization positions her as a thought leader in the legal tech space, paving the way for future advancements in the industry.
