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LVNx 2025 Pre-Conference Sessions

by Legal Value Network

LVNx 2025 Pre-Conference Sessions, organized by the Legal Value Network, are designed to provide legal professionals with advanced insights into emerging trends and technologies in the legal industry. These sessions offer a collaborative learning environment aimed at enhancing operational skills and promoting ethical excellence.

Key topics include the responsible use and real-world impact of artificial intelligence in legal practice, as well as the role of legal operations in upholding core ethical principles such as competence, diligence, and communication. Attendees can choose from morning and afternoon sessions, each offering in-depth discussions led by industry experts.

The event also provides valuable networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with peers, industry leaders, and innovators. Notable speakers include Daniel W. Linna Jr. from Northwestern Law and Darth Vaughn from Ford Motor Company, who bring extensive experience and knowledge to the sessions.

This event is ideal for practicing attorneys, legal operations professionals, and firm leaders committed to staying ahead of industry developments and enhancing their practice through ethical and innovative approaches.

Speakers(3)

Chris Emerson

Chief of Legal Operations Solutions at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Chris Emerson is the Chief of Legal Operations Solutions at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, leading initiatives in legal operations and technology integration.

Daniel W. Linna Jr.

Senior Lecturer and Director of Law and Technology Initiatives at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

Daniel W. Linna Jr. is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Law and Technology Initiatives at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, focusing on the intersection of law and technology.

Darth Vaughn

Legal Operations and Litigation Counsel at Ford Motor Company

Darth Vaughn serves as Legal Operations and Litigation Counsel at Ford Motor Company, specializing in enhancing legal operations and ethical practices.

Event Details

Date
September 15, 2025
Location
🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk Hotel
Pricing
Varies by tier
Audience
Practicing attorneys, legal operations professionals, firm leaders
CLE Credits
Up to 3 Multi-State CLE credits, including Ethics credits
Attendees
Approximately 342 attendees

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