Lexpo is Europe's leading legal innovation event, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026. Since its inception in 2016, Lexpo has become the premier gathering for the Continental European legal community, bringing together forward-thinking law firms, in-house legal teams, and technology providers in Amsterdam. The event is organized by Lexpo, a dedicated platform committed to advancing legal technology and innovation.
The 2026 edition, themed "The Human Advantage," focuses on the pivotal role of people in successful digital transformation within the legal sector. Key topics include artificial intelligence, automation, change management, and the integration of emerging technologies into legal practice. Sessions will explore how organizations can effectively adopt new tools, reshape workflows, and develop essential human skills such as empathy, critical thinking, and communication to drive sustainable innovation.
Attendees can look forward to engaging workshops, insightful discussions led by industry leaders, and ample networking opportunities. The event features an exhibition floor showcasing the latest solutions from leading vendors, as well as social events like the Lexpo Networking Dinner, designed to foster meaningful connections among participants.
Lexpo is ideal for legal professionals, including law firm partners, in-house counsel, legal technologists, and innovation managers, who are eager to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving legal landscape. By attending, participants will gain valuable insights into the future of legal services and practical strategies for implementing innovation within their organizations.
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Speakers(36)
Alexander Fruehmann
LL.M., EMC
Dr. Alexander Fruehmann, LL.M., EMC, addresses the psychological realities of leadership in the legal industry, offering strategies for success in the face of ongoing disruption.
Andrea Miskolczi
Andrea Miskolczi will moderate a panel discussion on 'From Rollout to Results: Driving Legaltech Adoption,' focusing on strategies to overcome resistance to change and align tech initiatives with user needs.
Ari Kaplan
Principal at Ari Kaplan Advisors
Ari Kaplan is an attorney and legal industry analyst, recognized as an inaugural Fastcase 50 honoree and a fellow of the College of Law Practice Management. He is the author of 'Reinventing Professional Services: Building Your Business in the Digital Marketplace' and 'The Opportunity Maker: Strategies for Inspiring Your Legal Career Through Creative Networking and Business Development.' Kaplan serves as the principal researcher for various benchmarking reports, hosts the Virtual Lunch daily on Zoom, and is the founder of the Lawcountability business development software platform and iPhone app.
Cat Casey
Founder & CEO at The TechnoCat LLC
Cat Casey, known as The TechnoCat, is a global voice in artificial intelligence and legal innovation. With nearly two decades of experience, she has led global innovation, eDiscovery, and data strategy programs, and is recognized as AI Executive of the Year and ILTA’s Most Influential Woman in Legal Tech.
Cathy Kirby
Cathy Kirby will lead a session on 'AI in Legal Practice: From Hype to Practical Implementation,' offering guidance on evaluating AI projects and building scalable AI roadmaps in the legal sector.
Chris Obdam
CEO at Betty Blocks
Chris Obdam is the CEO of low-code platform Betty Blocks, guiding law firms in building innovative solutions that excite end-users through a proven innovation framework.
Christine Kaiser
Christine Kaiser will discuss 'Optimising Core Processes and Systems to Become Data-Centric,' emphasizing the importance of building a data-centric culture in law firms to improve client service and decision-making.
Daniel Pollick
Daniel Pollick is a seasoned expert in legal innovation, having previously addressed Lexpo on the evolution of legal technology. In his upcoming session, he will reflect on the past decade's developments in AI and automation within the legal sector, analyzing which assumptions held true and what the future may hold.
Douwe Groenevelt
Douwe Groenevelt offers a unique perspective on legal innovation, legal operations, and the transformative potential of AI. In his keynote, he will share insights into driving legal innovation from vision to AI-driven impact.
Fiona Jackson
Client Advisor at LexisNexis InterAction
Fiona Jackson presents key findings from the 2023 High Growth Study by Hinge Research Institute, focusing on how exceptional growth law firms deliver consistent, ongoing success.
Frode Ettesvoll
Frode Ettesvoll discusses strategies for creating lasting change in the legal industry by establishing a culture of innovation within organizations.
Harry Offer
Harry Offer will lead a session titled 'The Future of AI-Powered Search in Redefining Legal Workflows,' exploring advancements in AI-driven search technologies and their impact on legal workflows.
Inge van der Beijl
Inge van der Beijl delves into enhancing human sensitivity for cybersecurity, providing practical strategies to empower the human sensor within organizations.
Ivan Rašić
Group Head of Digital Transformation & LegalTech Innovation at Kinstellar
Ivan Rašić drives a comprehensive digital-first strategy at Kinstellar, with over thirteen years of experience in building and scaling technology that transforms legal service delivery. He has a track record of creating cloud-native law firm management solutions and leading cross-regional engineering and product teams.
Jenny Radcliffe
Jenny Radcliffe, known as 'The People Hacker,' discusses how working with people is key to better overall security, sharing insights from her career as a 'burglar for hire.'
Jeroen Plink
Jeroen Plink will discuss the importance of core systems like Practice Management Systems (PMS), Case Management Systems (CMS), and Document Management Systems (DMS) in the age of AI, emphasizing their role in legal practice.
Jochen Hörlin
Jochen Hörlin will participate in a panel discussion on 'New Roles, Shared Goals: Working Together for Greater Profitability,' exploring collaboration between emerging roles and traditional partners in law firms.
Jonathan
Jonathan provides a dose of reality about what legal operations can achieve and how to overcome common challenges in the field.
Jorn Vanysacker
Jorn Vanysacker explores the role of technology, such as AI, in augmenting lawyers to deliver more high-value tasks, addressing the challenges posed by clients, talent, and data in the legal sector.
Julien Lasala
Julien Lasala will contribute to a panel discussion on driving legaltech adoption, focusing on aligning technology initiatives with user needs and achieving measurable impact.
Jurgen Broos
Jurgen Broos will present on 'Reaching the Tipping Point: Embracing AI within Progressive Law Firms,' exploring strategies for achieving scalability, flexibility, and security in legal operations through AI adoption.
Kathrin Shahroozi
Kathrin Shahroozi will join a panel discussion on legaltech adoption, discussing real-world examples of bridging the gap between implementation and results in legal technology initiatives.
Kristina Ledertau
Kristina Ledertau will join a panel discussion on aligning new roles within law firms to unlock greater profitability and operational excellence.
Kyle Poe
Kyle Poe will present 'Smarter Workflows with AI Apps: Automate, Streamline, Transform,' demonstrating AI-driven automation in legal document workflows.
Leigh Smith
Leigh Smith discusses transitioning to 'Modern Work' and how Intapp’s solutions built on Microsoft Office 365 are central to this strategy.
Marcel Lang
Marcel Lang will present on 'Optimizing Your DMS on Microsoft365 Using SharePoint Premium AI, Co-Pilot, and Epona365,' focusing on enhancing Document Management Systems within the Microsoft ecosystem.
Mark McGowan
Mark McGowan explores how law firms can transition to 'Modern Work' using Intapp’s solutions built on Microsoft Office 365.
Marloes ter Huurne
Marloes ter Huurne will deliver a keynote on 'The Psychology of Legal Innovation: Building a Culture of Learning and Adaptation,' providing science-backed strategies for fostering a more adaptive and innovative legal workplace.
Max Junestrand
Max Junestrand is set to lead an innovative escape room-style workshop titled 'Beyond Basics: Crack the Code of Generative AI in the Legal Practice,' focusing on advanced prompting strategies and real-world legal scenarios.
Nicky
Nicky shares strategies for addressing issues such as resistance to new procedures and IT tools that don't deliver in legal operations.
Pim Betist
Pim Betist is an experienced innovator and speaker, guiding law firms and legal departments on effectively using artificial intelligence in their day-to-day operations.
Steve Young
Steve Young explores key challenges faced by global organizations in ensuring digital transformation and cloud initiatives meet all applicable statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements.
Tamar Haramati
Tamar Haramati will participate in a panel discussion on driving legaltech adoption, sharing insights on turning reluctant users into champions and ensuring tools deliver on their promise.
Tjeerd van Ginkel
Tjeerd van Ginkel will share experiences in a session titled 'Deep Dive - Real Solutions and Fast Value with Legora and Deloitte,' focusing on practical applications of legal technology.
Tommi Ogi Possnert
Tommi Ogi Possnert, with a background in working at Sweden’s largest global companies, will share insights on simplifying legal tech implementation by drawing parallels between cooking and technology adoption.
Zaibaa Thingna
Counsel at Siemens
Zaibaa co-leads the Global AI Delivery team within Siemens' Legal, Compliance, and IP department, spearheading AI innovation for the legal sector. With eight years dedicated to legal innovation, she has designed efficient legal processes and implemented legal tech solutions across large international teams.
Event Details
- Date
- June 8-9, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol A4
- Pricing
- €545 - €645
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including law firm partners, in-house counsel, legal technologists, and innovation managers.
- CLE Credits
- Dutch lawyers can earn PO-points at Lexpo, contributing to the professional development requirements of the Dutch Bar Association (NOvA). Participants earn 1 PO-point per hour of sessions attended, excluding breaks.