Virtual LegalTech 2009 is an innovative online legal technology conference organized by ALM, designed to replicate the experience of a live event through a virtual platform. The conference features live webcasts, seminars, virtual trade booths, online networking, and interactive sessions, bringing together legal professionals from around the globe.
Key topics covered include cost-conscious technology adoption, challenges of preserving and collecting evidence in cloud environments, and international e-discovery. Notably, the event features a special plenary session titled "Fixing the Broken Recruitment System," addressing associate recruitment trends and projections.
The conference offers opportunities for attendees to engage in live interviews, panel discussions, and interactive sessions with industry experts. Notable speakers include Aric Press, Editor-in-Chief of The American Lawyer, Ashish Nanda from Harvard Law School, and Lynn Mestel, President of Mestel & Company.
Legal professionals seeking to stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends will find this conference particularly beneficial. The virtual format allows for flexible participation, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Speakers(17)
Alston W. Walker
Manager, Litigation Practice Systems – Litigation Technology and Support Services at Fish & Richardson P.C.
Alston W. Walker is the Manager of Litigation Practice Systems at Fish & Richardson P.C., overseeing litigation technology and support services.
Aric Press
Editor-in-Chief at The American Lawyer
Aric Press is the Editor-in-Chief of The American Lawyer, overseeing editorial content and direction.
Ashish Nanda
Faculty Chair, Executive Education and Research Director, Center for Law and the Professions at Harvard Law School
Ashish Nanda is the Faculty Chair of Executive Education and Research Director at the Center for Law and the Professions at Harvard Law School.
Chris Dale
Founder at eDiscovery Information Project
Chris Dale is the founder of the eDiscovery Information Project, providing insights and analysis on e-discovery practices.
Christopher Byrne
General Counsel at Wave Software
Christopher Byrne serves as General Counsel at Wave Software, overseeing legal matters and compliance.
Craig D. Ball
President at Craig D. Ball, P.C.
Craig Ball is the President of Craig D. Ball, P.C., specializing in digital forensics and e-discovery.
Donna Payne
CEO at PayneGroup
Donna Payne is the CEO of PayneGroup, providing training and consulting services in legal technology.
George Rudoy
Director of Global Practice Technology and Information Services at Shearman & Sterling LLP
George Rudoy is the Director of Global Practice Technology and Information Services at Shearman & Sterling LLP, managing global legal technology initiatives.
James E. McKenna
Senior Manager of Infrastructure Operations at Morrison & Foerster LLP
James E. McKenna is the Senior Manager of Infrastructure Operations at Morrison & Foerster LLP, responsible for IT infrastructure management.
Jeff Fehrman
Vice President of Forensics and Consulting at Integreon
Jeff Fehrman is the Vice President of Forensics and Consulting at Integreon, providing expertise in forensic analysis and legal consulting.
Joe Utsler
Vice President of Product Strategy at IPRO Tech
Joe Utsler is the Vice President of Product Strategy at IPRO Tech, specializing in developing innovative solutions for legal technology.
John G. Roman, Jr.
Director, Litigation Technology Services at Nixon Peabody LLP
John G. Roman, Jr. is the Director of Litigation Technology Services at Nixon Peabody LLP, specializing in litigation support technologies.
Lynn Mestel
President at Mestel & Company and Hire Counsel
Lynn Mestel is the President of Mestel & Company and Hire Counsel, specializing in legal recruitment and staffing.
Michelle Mahoney
Director of Applied Legal Technology at Mallesons Stephen Jaques
Michelle Mahoney is the Director of Applied Legal Technology at Mallesons Stephen Jaques, focusing on implementing technology solutions in legal practice.
Monica Bay
Editor-in-Chief at Law Technology News, ALM
Monica Bay is the Editor-in-Chief of Law Technology News at ALM, covering developments in legal technology.
Rachelle Rennagel
Chief Knowledge Officer at Sheppard Mullin Richter and Hampton LLP
Rachelle Rennagel serves as the Chief Knowledge Officer at Sheppard Mullin Richter and Hampton LLP, focusing on knowledge management and legal technology strategies.
Tom Morrissey
Senior Director, IT Litigation at Purdue Pharma LP
Tom Morrissey is the Senior Director of IT Litigation at Purdue Pharma LP, managing information technology aspects of litigation.
Event Details
- Date
- November 17, 2009
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including lawyers, paralegals, firm administrators, and IT managers.