The Legal AI Conference, held on September 18-19, 2018, in London, United Kingdom, was organized by IQPC. This event marked the world's first dedicated conference focusing on the business implications and advancements in artificial intelligence, robotic process automation (RPA), and machine learning specifically for the legal sector. It brought together leading experts to discuss how these technologies are transforming the legal industry and to explore their practical consequences.
Key topics covered during the conference included strategies to maximize profits per partner by utilizing market-leading tools, methods to reduce working hours while maintaining quality through partnerships with top solution providers, and approaches to create new markets by diversifying firm offerings with innovative legal technologies. Additionally, the event addressed strengthening firms' market approaches by integrating novel billing models and developing new ways to map return on investment (ROI) to convince stakeholders of the opportunities within AI applications.
The conference featured a lineup of notable speakers, including Rein Graat, MD and General Counsel - APAC at ING; Jon Jansen Alder, General Counsel at Simplyhealth; Anthony Kenny, Assistant General Counsel and CBS at GSK; and Christina Blacklaws, Vice President of The Law Society of England and Wales. These industry leaders shared their insights and experiences on AI implementation in the legal sector.
The event was designed for legal professionals, including general counsels, legal directors, partners, and legal technologists, who were interested in understanding and leveraging AI technologies to drive growth, efficiency, and innovation within their firms.
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Speakers(28)
Adam Hembury
Director of Innovation at DLA Piper
Adam Hembury serves as the Director of Innovation at DLA Piper, focusing on developing innovative legal solutions.
Alicia Hardy
Director of Professional Support, London at White & Case
Alicia Hardy is the Director of Professional Support at White & Case's London office, overseeing professional development and support services.
Anthony Kenny
Assistant General Counsel and CBS at GSK
Anthony Kenny holds the position of Assistant General Counsel and CBS at GSK, focusing on corporate legal matters and business services.
Anthony Vigneron
Legal Technology Director at Clifford Chance
Anthony Vigneron is the Legal Technology Director at Clifford Chance, leading the firm's technological initiatives.
Antti Innanen
Managing Partner at Dottir Attorneys
Antti Innanen serves as the Managing Partner at Dottir Attorneys, focusing on legal innovation and technology.
Christina Blacklaws
Vice President at The Law Society of England and Wales
Christina Blacklaws is the Vice President of The Law Society of England and Wales, advocating for the legal profession and its interests.
Dan Wright
Partner at Osborne Clarke
Dan Wright is a Partner at Osborne Clarke, focusing on technology and digital business law.
David Kemp
Formerly General Counsel, Asset and Wealth Management at Schroders
David Kemp previously served as General Counsel for Asset and Wealth Management at Schroders, overseeing legal affairs in that division.
Emily Foges
Chief Executive Officer at Luminance
Emily Foges is the CEO of Luminance, a company specializing in artificial intelligence for legal document analysis.
Grainne Bryan
CEO, Legal Technology Solutions at McCann Fitzgerald
Grainne Bryan leads Legal Technology Solutions at McCann Fitzgerald, driving technological advancements in legal services.
James Touzel
Partner at TLT LLP
James Touzel is a Partner at TLT LLP, leading the firm's technology and innovation sector.
Jeffrey Brandt
Chief Information Officer and Editor at Jackson Kelly PLLC and Pinhawk
Jeffrey Brandt is the CIO at Jackson Kelly PLLC and Editor at Pinhawk, specializing in legal technology and information management.
Jeroen De Man
Advocaat at De Groote De Man
Jeroen De Man is an Advocaat at De Groote De Man, specializing in legal advisory services.
Joanne Frears
Solicitor at Lionshead Law
Joanne Frears is a Solicitor at Lionshead Law, specializing in intellectual property and technology law.
Jon Jansen Alder
General Counsel at Simplyhealth
Jon Jansen Alder is the General Counsel at Simplyhealth, responsible for leading the company's legal strategy and operations.
Jonathan Patterson
Managing Director & Head of Development at DWF
Jonathan Patterson serves as Managing Director and Head of Development at DWF, focusing on innovation and growth strategies.
Karyn Harty
Partner at McCann Fitzgerald
Karyn Harty is a Partner at McCann Fitzgerald, specializing in litigation and dispute resolution.
Kevin Miller
Chief Executive Officer at LegalSifter
Kevin Miller is the CEO of LegalSifter, a company providing AI-driven contract review solutions.
Ludo Deklerck
Director General at Institute for Company Lawyers
Ludo Deklerck serves as the Director General at the Institute for Company Lawyers, overseeing the organization's operations.
Margarida Saragoca
Business Development and Client Director at VdA
Margarida Saragoca is the Business Development and Client Director at VdA, focusing on client relations and business growth.
Menno Weij
Partner at Solv
Menno Weij is a Partner at Solv, specializing in IT and privacy law.
Rein Graat
Managing Director, General Counsel - APAC at ING
Rein Graat serves as Managing Director and General Counsel for the Asia-Pacific region at ING, overseeing legal affairs and compliance.
Richard Tromans
Founder at Tromans Consulting, The Artificial Lawyer
Richard Tromans is the founder of Tromans Consulting and The Artificial Lawyer, focusing on legal innovation and technology.
Ron Faessen
Customer Lead at ING
Ron Faessen serves as a Customer Lead at ING, focusing on client engagement and satisfaction.
Saibal Mukherjee
Legal Director at Stryker
Saibal Mukherjee is the Legal Director at Stryker, managing legal affairs and compliance within the organization.
Samuel Moore
Legal Technologist at Burness & Paull LLP
Samuel Moore is a Legal Technologist at Burness & Paull LLP, focusing on integrating technology into legal practice.
Stuart Hopper
Head of Practice Development & Knowledge - EMEA at Dentons
Stuart Hopper leads practice development and knowledge management for the EMEA region at Dentons.
Tony Thiaray
Legal Director at London City Airport
Tony Thiaray serves as the Legal Director at London City Airport, overseeing legal operations and regulatory compliance.
Event Details
- Date
- June 12-13, 2018
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- Hilton London Kensington
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including general counsels, legal directors, partners, and legal technologists.