SOLID New York is a premier summit dedicated to legal innovation and disruption, scheduled for Thursday, October 1, 2026. Hosted by Seyfarth, this event brings together legal professionals, technologists, and industry leaders to explore the evolving landscape of the legal sector.
The summit features a series of TED-style talks and interactive sessions covering key topics such as successful technology adoption in corporate legal environments, the evolution of legal operations roles, and the impact of artificial intelligence on legal workflows. Attendees will gain insights into practical tactics for encouraging technology buy-in, strategies for managing expanding roles through prioritization, and the transformative potential of AI agents in legal practice.
In addition to the presentations, SOLID New York offers facilitated table talks, sprint panels, and town hall discussions, providing ample opportunities for networking and collaborative problem-solving. Notable speakers include Anna Richards, who will share an updated playbook on introducing new technology in corporate legal settings, and Joy Holley, discussing the emergence of specialized roles in legal operations.
This summit is ideal for legal professionals, legal operations specialists, technologists, and business leaders seeking to stay ahead in the rapidly changing legal industry. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies and a deeper understanding of how to navigate and lead through innovation and disruption in their organizations.
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Speakers(30)
Alex Ponce de Leon
Sr. Legal & Discovery Strategy at Google X, the Moonshot Factory
Alex Ponce de Leon will participate in a fireside chat discussing insights and reflections on the summit's topics.
Alisa Young
Ethics & Compliance at Okta, Inc.
Alisa Young will share insights on ethics and compliance in the tech industry, focusing on her experience at Okta.
Andrea Schulze
VP / CIO at Toshiba America, Inc.
Andrea Schulze will discuss managing up in the age of AI, focusing on how legal earns influence, resources, and real partnership with CIOs.
Angela Mendenhall
Angela Mendenhall will discuss her journey from Legal Ops to Strategic Ops and Enablement, focusing on how Zoom is challenging the Legal Ops status quo with a cross-functional Strategic Ops and Enablement team.
Anna Richards
Anna Richards will share an updated 'playbook' on successfully introducing new technology in the corporate legal world. In this session, Anna will guide attendees through the challenges and proven strategies for motivating technology adoption and fostering a culture of engagement.
Bill Shafton
VP, Business & Legal Affairs at Grindr
Bill Shafton will share insights into the intersection of business and legal affairs, focusing on challenges and strategies in the tech industry.
Bobby Malhotra
Litigation Partner at Winston & Strawn LLP
Bobby Malhotra will discuss the importance of applying a legal data intelligence framework to solve complex legal data challenges in the age of generative AI.
Cheryl Strom
Records Information Sr. Manager at McDonald's Corporation
Cheryl Strom will discuss records information management and its role in legal operations, sharing best practices from her experience at McDonald's Corporation.
David Cowen
Founder and President at The Cowen Group
David Cowen will provide opening remarks and closing remarks, setting the tone for the summit and wrapping up the event.
Deborah Haile
Associate Director, Legal Operations at Gilead Sciences
Deborah Haile will discuss legal operations and the evolving role of legal professionals in the industry.
Dorothy Cullen
Senior Director, Legal Technology, AI and Data Solutions at Salesforce
Dorothy Cullen will discuss the state of the industry, focusing on how leading law departments are measuring impact and defining value beyond cost savings.
Grace Parker
IT Director, EDiscovery, Business Continuity Management Program, SOX Compliance at Parsons Corporation
Grace Parker will discuss IT and eDiscovery, focusing on business continuity and SOX compliance.
Ines Gonzalez
Head of Legal Operations at LinkedIn
Ines Gonzalez will participate in a fireside chat discussing insights and reflections on the summit's topics.
Jim Dowell
Sr. Paralegal - Safety & Insurance at Uber
Jim Dowell will discuss the role of paralegals in legal operations and the importance of safety and insurance in legal contexts.
Joy Holley
Joy Holley will discuss the evolution of 'Legal Ops' and new specialized roles, focusing on how AI changes work and the creation of roles that blend technology, process improvement, and legal expertise.
Kshitij Dua
Director, Legal Operations at Sony Interactive Entertainment
Kshitij Dua will share insights on legal operations and the impact of technology on legal teams.
Laura Fichet
Legal Operations - Senior eDiscovery Program Manager at Oracle
Laura Fichet will share insights on legal operations and eDiscovery, drawing from her experience at Oracle.
Leo Murgel
SVP, Office of Legal and Corporate Affairs Tech, Data, Ops Innovation, & Enablement at Salesforce
Leo Murgel will discuss the intersection of technology and legal operations, focusing on innovation and enablement.
Linda Drucker
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Atomic Invest
Linda Drucker will share her experiences and insights as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Atomic Invest, focusing on legal innovation and corporate governance.
Lydia Petrakis
Assistant General Counsel, Digital Strategist at Microsoft
Lydia Petrakis will discuss digital strategy in the legal field, focusing on the integration of technology and legal operations.
Mark A. Smolik
Chief Legal Officer at DHL Supply Chain Americas
Mark Smolik will share insights on legal innovation and disruption, drawing from his experience at DHL Supply Chain Americas.
Max Christoff
Chief Technology Officer at Everlaw
Max Christoff will participate in a fireside chat discussing insights and reflections on the summit's topics.
Michelle Lange
Michelle Lange will explore strategies for managing expanding roles through prioritization and high-impact relationships, focusing on navigating regulatory, cultural, and technological complexities.
Mick Cox
VP, Legal Operations at Procore Technologies
Mick Cox will discuss the role of legal operations in driving change and innovation within legal departments, drawing from his experience at Procore Technologies.
Micki Nute
Senior Director, Associate General Counsel at Pure Storage
Micki Nute will share insights on legal innovation and disruption, drawing from her experience at Pure Storage.
Mike Russell
Head of Global Legal Operations at Expedia Group, Inc.
Mike Russell will participate in a fireside chat discussing insights and reflections on the summit's topics.
Nishan DeSilva
Partner Group Product Manager at Microsoft
Nishan DeSilva will discuss legal innovation and the role of technology in transforming legal operations.
Shannon Bales
Litigation Support Sr. Manager at Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
Shannon Bales will share insights on litigation support and the evolving role of technology in legal contexts.
Stacy Lettie
Chief of Staff to the General Counsel at Organon
Stacy Lettie will discuss the expanding mission of Legal Ops, exploring how legal operations can move beyond tactical support to bring meaningful, measurable value to their organizations.
Tim
Tim will share his vision for the future of in-house legal teams, focusing on aligning operations, risk, and strategy to maximize value creation by and for the company.
Event Details
- Date
- October 1, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- Audience
- Legal professionals, legal operations specialists, technologists, business leaders
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