ABA TECHSHOW 2011 was a premier legal technology conference organized by the American Bar Association, held from April 11 to April 13, 2011, in Chicago, Illinois. This annual event brought together legal professionals, technology experts, and vendors to explore the latest advancements in legal technology and practice management.
The conference featured over 50 educational sessions across 18 tracks, covering topics such as alternatives to Microsoft Word, collaboration tools, and the integration of tablets and cloud computing into legal practice. Notably, the event highlighted the growing significance of mobile devices like the iPad and the shift towards cloud-based applications in the legal industry.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage in networking events, including the "Taste of TECHSHOW" themed dinners, and explore an exhibit hall showcasing over 100 vendors offering cutting-edge legal technology products and services. The keynote address was delivered by Harvard Law School Professor Lawrence Lessig, emphasizing the intersection of law and technology.
ABA TECHSHOW 2011 was designed for legal professionals seeking to enhance their practice through technology, offering insights into emerging trends and practical tools to improve efficiency and client service.
Speakers(22)
Carolyn Elefant
Attorney and Blogger
Carolyn Elefant is an attorney and blogger who participated in Ignite Law 2011, delivering a six-minute speech titled 'Technology is the kryptonite of lawyer-client privilege.'
David Bilinsky
Practice Management Consultant
David Bilinsky is a practice management consultant who spoke at ABA TECHSHOW 2011, focusing on innovation in legal technology and the impact of tablets and cloud computing on law practice.
David Sparks
Attorney
David Sparks is an attorney and technology enthusiast who participated in the American Bar Association’s TechShow 2011, covering alternatives to Microsoft Word in the Mac track and collaboration tools in the litigation track.
Debbie Ginsberg
Educational Technology Librarian at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law Library
Debbie Ginsberg is the Educational Technology Librarian at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law Library. She presented 'Highlights from the ABA Techshow Expo' in 2011, sharing favorite new technologies from the Expo, including tablet apps for trial presentations.
Dennis Kennedy
Dennis Kennedy presented on 'The freemium practice of law' at Ignite Law 2011, exploring innovative legal service models.
Doug Sorocco
Doug Sorocco delivered 'Slaying the Beast: Using Small Firm Thinking to Beat Big Firms Every Time' at Ignite Law 2011, discussing strategies for small law firms to compete effectively.
Jack Newton
Founder at Clio
Jack Newton, founder of Clio, presented 'What a Law Firm Can Learn From Zappos. Hint: It isn’t about selling shoes' at Ignite Law 2011, drawing parallels between legal services and customer service excellence.
Jared D. Correia
Law Practice Management Advisor at Massachusetts Law Office Management Assistance Program
Jared Correia is a Law Practice Management Advisor with Mass. LOMAP. He hosted a podcast discussing how attorneys can maximize popular applications for legal practice and previewed ABA TECHSHOW 2011.
Jeff Richardson
Jeff Richardson co-presented '60 Apps in 60 Mins' at ABA TechShow 2011, showcasing a variety of applications beneficial for legal professionals.
Jim Calloway
Director at Oklahoma Bar Association Management Assistance Program
Jim Calloway is the Director of the Oklahoma Bar Association Management Assistance Program. He participated in Ignite Law 2011, delivering a six-minute speech titled 'WWGD—what would grandma do?'
Josh Barrett
Josh Barrett co-presented '60 Apps in 60 Mins' at ABA TechShow 2011, discussing various applications relevant to legal practice.
Julie Brown
Litigation Technology Manager at Vorys
Julie Brown is the Litigation Technology Manager at Vorys. She presented on 'Project Management and Budgeting Skills for E-Discovery' at the ABA TechShow 2011, discussing the necessary project management and budgeting skills required for achieving an on-time and on-budget result.
Ken Adams
Contract Drafting Expert at Adams Contracts
Ken Adams is the leading authority on clear contract language and the author of 'A Manual of Style for Contract Drafting.' He attended the ABA TechShow 2011 to discuss contract drafting and technology.
Larry Lessig
Professor of Law at Harvard Law School
Larry Lessig is the Director of the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics and a Professor of Law at Harvard Law School. He has devoted much of his career to issues of law and technology, founding Stanford Law School’s Center for Internet and Society and serving as a founding board member at Creative Commons.
Lawrence Lessig
Professor of Law at Harvard Law School
Lawrence Lessig is the Director of the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics and a Professor of Law at Harvard Law School. He has devoted much of his career to issues of law and technology, founding Stanford Law School’s Center for Internet and Society and serving as a founding board member at Creative Commons.
Marc Lauritsen
Marc Lauritsen previewed 'Apps for Justice' at Ignite Law 2011, highlighting technological advancements in legal services.
Matt Homann
Founder at LexThink
Matt Homann is the founder of LexThink and organized Ignite Law 2011, an event featuring rapid-fire presentations on the future of law.
Paul J. Unger
Attorney and Partner at Affinity Consulting Group
Paul J. Unger is an attorney and partner with Affinity Consulting Group. He served as the Chair of ABA TECHSHOW 2011 and discussed how attorneys can get the most out of popular computer applications.
Reid Trautz
Reid Trautz co-presented '60 Apps in 60 Mins' at ABA TechShow 2011, highlighting useful applications for the legal industry.
Simon Chester
Lawyer and Legal Technologist
Simon Chester is a lawyer and legal technologist who attended ABA TECHSHOW 2011 and discussed the PechaKucha presentation format and its application to legal technology presentations.
Victor J. Medina
Victor Medina spoke on 'Bespoke legal services' at Ignite Law 2011, discussing customized legal solutions.
Will Hornsby
Staff Counsel at American Bar Association
Will Hornsby is Staff Counsel at the American Bar Association. He participated in Ignite Law 2011, delivering a six-minute speech titled 'I’m from the ABA and I’m here to help.'
Event Details
- Date
- April 11, 2011
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Chicago Hilton Hotel
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technology experts, vendors