The "Legaltech Week Tribute to Monica Bay" was a special edition of the weekly Legaltech Week roundtable, organized by Bob Ambrogi, a veteran legal journalist and publisher of LawSites blog. This event honored Monica Bay, the longtime editor-in-chief of Law Technology News, who passed away in October 2023. The tribute took place on November 3, 2023, during the regular Friday session of Legaltech Week.
The event featured personal remembrances and stories about Monica Bay from both the panelists and audience members. Notable participants included John Tredennick, Cathy Kenton, and John Shaughnessy, who shared their experiences and memories of Monica. Additionally, Jon Bream, a music critic at the Star Tribune, recounted tales of Monica's early days as a music writer, highlighting her backstage adventure during The Band's final concert, which was memorialized in the film "The Last Waltz."
This tribute provided a platform for the legal tech community to come together and celebrate the life and contributions of Monica Bay, reflecting on her impact and legacy within the industry.
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Speakers(4)
Bob Ambrogi
Lawyer and Legal Journalist at LawSites
Bob Ambrogi is a lawyer, veteran legal journalist, and award-winning blogger and podcaster. He has been a prominent figure in legal technology journalism for decades.
Cathy Kenton
Chairman at Legal Marketing Association
Cathy Kenton serves as the Chairman of the Legal Marketing Association, focusing on advancing legal marketing practices.
John Shaughnessy
Vice President of Communications at Thomson Reuters
John Shaughnessy is the Vice President of Communications at Thomson Reuters, overseeing corporate communications strategies.
Jon Bream
Music Critic at Star Tribune
Jon Bream is a veteran music critic at the Star Tribune, known for his extensive coverage of the music industry.
Event Details
- Date
- November 3, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal tech professionals, journalists, and those who knew Monica Bay