ABA TECHSHOW 2018 was a premier legal technology conference held from March 7 to March 10, 2018, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Organized by the American Bar Association's Law Practice Division, the event brought together legal professionals and technology experts to explore the integration of technology in the practice of law.
The conference featured a diverse range of sessions covering topics such as core production tools, advanced IT, litigation, trending technologies, Mac usage in law, practice promotion, and academic perspectives. Attendees had the opportunity to delve into subjects like e-discovery, artificial intelligence in practice, blockchain, and cybersecurity.
In addition to educational sessions, ABA TECHSHOW 2018 offered practical experiences including hands-on workshops, an expansive expo hall showcasing over 100 vendors, and networking events like the 'Taste of TECHSHOW' dinners. Notable speakers, including keynote speaker Daniel Katz, provided insights into the evolving landscape of legal technology.
The event was designed for lawyers, legal professionals, and technologists seeking to enhance their understanding of how technology can improve efficiency, client service, and overall practice management. It provided a platform for attendees to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving legal tech environment.
Speakers(18)
Andrew Legrand
Speaker
Andrew Legrand co-presented on 'Document Assembly and Automation,' exploring the benefits and implementation of document automation software in legal practices.
Ari Kaplan
Legal Industry Analyst
Ari Kaplan is a legal industry analyst and author, recognized for his insights into legal technology and innovation.
Ben Stein
Actor, Writer, and Lawyer
Ben Stein is an American actor, writer, lawyer, and commentator on political and economic issues, known for his work as a speechwriter and game show host.
Bob Ambrogi
Legal Journalist and Blogger
Bob Ambrogi is a lawyer, veteran legal journalist, and award-winning blogger and podcaster, known for his coverage of legal technology.
Charley Moore
CEO at Rocket Lawyer
Charley Moore is the CEO of Rocket Lawyer, a leading legal technology company, and was a panelist at ABA TECHSHOW 2018 discussing the impact of technology on the legal profession.
Cindy Cohn
Executive Director at Electronic Frontier Foundation
Cindy Cohn is the Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, leading efforts to defend civil liberties in the digital world.
Dan Lear
Chief Instigator at Right Brain Law
Dan Lear is a lawyer and legal industry gadfly, serving as the Chief Instigator of Right Brain Law, and has been involved in various legal technology initiatives.
Daniel Katz
Professor of Law at Chicago-Kent College of Law
Daniel Katz is a scientist, technologist, and law professor who applies an innovative polytechnic approach to teaching law, integrating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to create lawyers equipped for today's challenges.
David Pogue
Technology Columnist at The New York Times
David Pogue is a technology columnist for The New York Times, an Emmy Award-winning tech correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning, and host of NOVA ScienceNow.
John Federico
Speaker
John Federico presented on 'Document Assembly and Automation,' discussing how automating document templates can dramatically impact the bottom line for practices generating complex documents.
John Suh
CEO at LegalZoom
John Suh is the CEO of LegalZoom, a prominent legal technology company, and contributed to a panel at ABA TECHSHOW 2018 addressing how technology is reshaping the legal industry.
Judy Perry Martinez
Moderator
Judy Perry Martinez co-moderated a panel at ABA TECHSHOW 2018, guiding discussions on the challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements in law.
Kristin Tyler
Co-Founder at LAWCLERK
Kristin Tyler is a partner at a Las Vegas law firm and the co-founder of LAWCLERK, an online service connecting attorneys with freelance legal help.
Larry Lessig
Professor of Law at Harvard Law School
Larry Lessig is a Professor of Law at Harvard Law School and the Director of the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics, known for his work on law and technology.
Mark Britton
CEO at Avvo
Mark Britton is the CEO of Avvo, a legal technology company, and participated in a panel discussion at ABA TECHSHOW 2018 focusing on the opportunities and obstacles for lawyers as technology reshapes the legal landscape.
Nick Carr
Author and Journalist
Nick Carr is a bestselling author and journalist known for his work on technology and culture, including 'The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains'.
Paula Frederick
Moderator
Paula Frederick served as a moderator for a panel discussion at ABA TECHSHOW 2018, facilitating conversations on the intersection of technology and the legal profession.
Rick Klau
Partner at Google Ventures
Rick Klau is a partner at Google Ventures, where he helps lead Startup Lab, and has previously led product initiatives at Google.
Event Details
- Date
- March 7-10, 2018
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Hyatt Regency Chicago
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Lawyers, legal professionals, technologists
- CLE Credits
- Offered CLE credits; specific details provided on the event's official website.