About D2 Legal Technology

Akber Datoo is the Founder and CEO of D2 Legal Technology (D2LT), a legal data consultancy that helps firms unlock business value through legal and technological change. With over 25 years of experience in investment banking as both a lawyer and technologist, he is a prominent expert operating at the intersection of fintech and legaltech. His authority in the field is demonstrated by numerous Financial Times awards, his advisory role to financial regulators on digital assets, his position on the Law Society’s Technology Reform Committee, and as the author of the textbook “Legal Data – Banking & Finance”.

Rachel is an internationally experienced financial services lawyer specialising in data, AI, regulation and derivatives, having joined D2 Legal Technology in 2019 to head up their Asia-Pacific business. Previous experience includes Goldman Sachs, consulting for Peerpoint by Allen & Overy, a commercial role at Challenger, and General Counsel at ASX 100 Australian fund manager Magellan Financial Group. Expertise in derivatives, LIBOR, investment management, regulatory reform, life insurance and developing technology solutions for legal processes.

Simon is a managing consultant and lawyer at D2 Legal Technology, specialising in digital assets, smart contracts, and AI. He joined in 2021 from a US investment bank to lead the digital agenda for capital markets. He holds degrees from the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford and recently completed a data science program at MIT. He was named one of ISDA’s Future Leaders in Derivatives in 2023.

An accomplished Financial Services leader with extensive global experience in Investment Banking and Prime Services. I specialise in strategic change, process re-engineering, and product innovation, with deep expertise in complex derivatives, collateral management, and Tokenisation/Blockchain (e.g., JPM Onyx DLT). I partner with C-Level stakeholders to simplify complex global challenges, driving large-scale transformation like the successful Global UMR regulatory implementation at Barclays. Always focused on optimising returns and delivering effective, implementable solutions.

D2 Legal Technology empowers clients in capital markets through innovative solutions. As a Managing Consultant and Solicitor, I have contributed to a variety of projects including: trading agreement negotiations, development of legal agreement databases, document review initiatives, development of data models to ensure regulatory requirements for data reporting are met and, ensuring linkage between trade confirmations and related agreements, fostering operational efficiency.

My academic achievements include a 1st class BA in Ancient History from the University of Nottingham and distinctions in both the GDL and LPC LLM from the University of Law. I value collaboration, and adaptability to deliver impactful legal and consulting services.

At D2 Legal Technology, I help organisations connect with AI services led by our team of specialists. My focus is on building trust with clients through clear communication and a consistent approach, ensuring their needs remain at the centre of every project. If your firm is exploring how AI can create meaningful value, I’d be glad to connect.

Brian Gilbreath is Head of Business Development at D2 Legal Technology, based in Omaha.

Daniel Heymann is Head of Law Firm Transformation at D2 Legal Technology, leading work on AI, data strategy, governance and training for law firms. He trained as a financial lawyer at Clifford Chance, advised ministers at the Ministry of Justice, and founded The Exchange, a legaltech podclub.