2023 New York Statewide Civil Legal Aid Technology Conference
The 8th Annual New York Statewide Civil Legal Aid Technology Conference, organized by the Permanent Commission on Access to Justice in partnership with Cornell Tech, was held remotely via Microsoft Teams on April 18 and 19, 2023. This conference is designed for the New York State civil legal aid community, including attorneys and staff from legal services programs, as well as access to justice stakeholders both within and outside New York.
The conference featured 16 sessions, including four plenary sessions: "Rapid Fire Tech," highlighting innovative technology initiatives; "Building Cultures of Innovation," discussing the teaching of legal technology; "LSC Baselines," covering new 2023 technology baselines for providers; and "25 Apps in 50 Minutes," showcasing various applications and tips. Additionally, 12 breakout sessions were organized into four tracks: Data and Privacy, Court Technology, Law Practice Management, and Online Legal Services Delivery.
Attendees had opportunities to engage in discussions on topics such as data privacy, court technology advancements, law practice management, and online legal services delivery. The event also provided Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits for participants, with certificates issued upon submission of required forms.
This conference is ideal for legal professionals and stakeholders interested in leveraging technology to enhance the delivery of civil legal services. It offers valuable insights into current technological trends and fosters collaboration among providers to improve access to justice.
Speakers(33)
Alexander Horwitz
Chief Operating Officer at Legal Services NYC
Alexander Horwitz is the Chief Operating Officer at Legal Services NYC, managing operations for the organization's legal services.
Alison Corn
Legal Solutions Designer at Pro Bono Net
Alison Corn is a Legal Solutions Designer at Pro Bono Net, developing technology solutions for legal services.
Antonella Barbieri
Court Clerk Training Specialist at Office of Court Administration, NYSCEF Resource Center
Antonella Barbieri is a Court Clerk Training Specialist at the Office of Court Administration, focusing on electronic filing systems.
Caitlin McTiernan
Senior Consultant at Just-Tech, LLC
Caitlin McTiernan is a Senior Consultant at Just-Tech, LLC, assisting legal aid providers with data collection and reporting processes.
Carrie McCully
Deputy Director at Civil Justice Inc.
Carrie McCully serves as Deputy Director at Civil Justice Inc., focusing on innovative legal service delivery.
Catherine Nyarady
Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, LLP
Catherine Nyarady is a Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, LLP, specializing in AI and access to justice.
Christopher Schwartz
Community Empowerment Advisor at LegalServer
Christopher Schwartz is a Community Empowerment Advisor at LegalServer, specializing in legal technology solutions for legal aid organizations.
David Liang
Conflict Analytics Lab
David Liang is part of the Conflict Analytics Lab, contributing to AI-driven legal analytics research.
Eliza Hong
Cornell Law School
Eliza Hong is associated with Cornell Law School, engaging in legal technology research and development.
Ellen Samuel
Director of Consulting at Just-Tech
Ellen Samuel is the Director of Consulting at Just-Tech, providing strategic technology solutions for legal aid organizations.
Erica L. Ludwick, Esq.
Deputy Director at Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York
Erica L. Ludwick, Esq., serves as Deputy Director at the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, overseeing legal service programs.
Glenn Baum
Data & Technology Training Manager at Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc.
Glenn Baum is the Data & Technology Training Manager at the Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc., specializing in legal technology training.
Greg Morrisett
Jack and Rilla Neafsey Dean and Vice Provost at Cornell Tech
Greg Morrisett is the Jack and Rilla Neafsey Dean and Vice Provost at Cornell Tech, focusing on advancing technology education and research.
Helaine M. Barnett
Chair at Permanent Commission on Access to Justice
Helaine M. Barnett serves as the Chair of the Permanent Commission on Access to Justice, leading efforts to improve access to civil legal services in New York State.
Holly Stevens, Ph.D.
Chief Data Officer at Legal Service Corporation
Holly Stevens, Ph.D., serves as the Chief Data Officer at the Legal Service Corporation, overseeing data governance and analysis.
Hon. Anthony Cannataro
Acting Chief Judge at State of New York
Hon. Anthony Cannataro is the Acting Chief Judge of the State of New York, overseeing the administration of the state's judicial system.
Hon. Katherine B. Forrest
Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, LLP
Hon. Katherine B. Forrest is a Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, LLP, focusing on AI and legal technology.
James Carey
Policy Fellow at Georgetown, Civil Justice Data Commons
James Carey is a Policy Fellow at Georgetown's Civil Justice Data Commons, focusing on data-driven approaches to civil justice.
Jessica Frank
A2J Author Project Manager at Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
Jessica Frank manages the A2J Author Project at CALI, focusing on access to justice through technology.
Jonathan Askin
Professor of Clinical Law at Brooklyn Law Incubator & Policy Clinic
Jonathan Askin is a Professor of Clinical Law at the Brooklyn Law Incubator & Policy Clinic, specializing in legal technology and innovation.
Kyle Burrus
Cornell
Kyle Burrus is affiliated with Cornell, contributing to innovative technology initiatives in the legal field.
Libby Vazquez
Director of Legal Services at City Bar Justice Center
Libby Vazquez serves as the Director of Legal Services at the City Bar Justice Center, overseeing various legal assistance programs.
Lisa C. Smith
Chief Counsel Gender and Family Violence Policy and Planning at NYS Office of Court Administration
Lisa C. Smith serves as Chief Counsel for Gender and Family Violence Policy and Planning at the NYS Office of Court Administration.
Matthew D'Amore
Director, Law, Technology & Entrepreneurship Program at Cornell Tech & Cornell Law School
Matthew D'Amore directs the Law, Technology & Entrepreneurship Program at Cornell Tech and Cornell Law School, integrating legal education with technology.
Michael J. Telfer
Senior Attorney at Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York
Michael J. Telfer is a Senior Attorney at the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, specializing in legal aid services.
Nicola Shaver
CEO at LegalTech Hub
Nicola Shaver is the CEO of LegalTech Hub, a platform dedicated to legal technology resources and education.
Nicole Kiker
Maryland Justice Passport Program Manager at Civil Justice, Inc.
Nicole Kiker manages the Maryland Justice Passport Program at Civil Justice, Inc., enhancing access to legal resources through technology.
Pete Nowacki
Network/Systems Engineer at NYS Unified Court System
Pete Nowacki is a Network/Systems Engineer at the NYS Unified Court System, specializing in court technology infrastructure.
Professor Samuel Dahan
Conflict Analytics Lab - Queen's University
Professor Samuel Dahan leads the Conflict Analytics Lab at Queen's University, specializing in AI applications for legal conflict resolution.
Ray Brescia
Hon. Harold R. Tyler Chair in Law & Technology at Albany Law School
Ray Brescia holds the Hon. Harold R. Tyler Chair in Law & Technology at Albany Law School, focusing on the intersection of law and technology.
Sateesh Nori
Executive Director at JustFix
Sateesh Nori is the Executive Director of JustFix, focusing on technology solutions for housing justice.
Shellie S. Reid
Manager at LSNTAP
Shellie S. Reid manages LSNTAP, focusing on technology assistance for legal services organizations.
Sun Kim
Associate Counsel at New York State Unified Court System - Division of Technology
Sun Kim is Associate Counsel at the New York State Unified Court System's Division of Technology, focusing on court technology initiatives.
Event Details
- Date
- April 18-19, 2023
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal professionals and access to justice stakeholders
- CLE Credits
- CLE credits available upon submission of required forms