The 21st Annual Law Firm Leaders Forum, organized by Thomson Reuters' Legal Executive Institute, convened in New York City on October 6 and 7, 2016. This esteemed event brought together over 100 leaders from law firms, corporate legal departments, legal technology companies, academia, and advisory sectors to discuss pressing issues facing the legal profession.
Key topics included the evolving demands of clients, the impact of technology on legal services, and the challenges posed by cybersecurity. The forum featured interactive sessions that encouraged dialogue among panelists and attendees, fostering a collaborative environment to address the dynamic landscape of the legal industry.
The event commenced with a collegial dinner at the renowned French restaurant La Grenouille, setting the stage for two days of engaging discussions. Notable speakers included political commentators William Kristol and Eugene Robinson, who provided insights into the 2016 presidential election and its implications for the legal sector. The forum also highlighted the American Bar Association's call for change in addressing access to justice and regulatory reforms.
Designed for law firm leaders, corporate counsel, legal technologists, and academics, the forum offered a platform to explore innovative strategies and solutions to contemporary challenges in the legal field.
Speakers(16)
Andy Sullivan
U.S. Domestic Policy Correspondent at Reuters
Andy Sullivan is the U.S. domestic policy correspondent for Reuters, moderating discussions on political dynamics.
Aric Press
Partner at Bernero & Press
Aric Press is a partner at Bernero & Press and the long-time editor-in-chief of The American Lawyer magazine.
Beau Grenier
Chairman at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings
Beau Grenier is the Chairman of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings, one of the country’s most outstanding regional firms.
Dan Katz
Professor at Chicago-Kent College of Law
Dan Katz is a professor at Chicago-Kent College of Law, specializing in legal technology and innovation.
Eugene Robinson
Columnist at The Washington Post
Eugene Robinson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for The Washington Post, offering liberal political analysis.
Jami McKeon
Firm Chair at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
Jami McKeon is the Firm Chair of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, leading one of the largest law firms in the United States.
Jami Wintz McKeon
Firm Chair at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
Jami Wintz McKeon is the Firm Chair of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, the largest law firm in the U.S. as measured by number of lawyers.
Jim Sandman
President at Legal Services Corporation
Jim Sandman is the President of Legal Services Corporation, leading efforts to provide legal assistance to those in need.
Judy Perry Martinez
Chair at ABA Commission on the Future of Legal Services
Judy Perry Martinez chaired the ABA Commission on the Future of Legal Services, examining justice system failures and potential solutions.
Lisa Foster
Director at Office for Access to Justice, U.S. Department of Justice
Lisa Foster is the Director of the Office for Access to Justice at the U.S. Department of Justice, focusing on improving access to legal services.
Mark Martin
Chief Justice at North Carolina Supreme Court
Mark Martin is the Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court, addressing regulatory reforms in the justice system.
Ralph Baxter
Chairman and CEO at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe
Ralph Baxter is the former Chairman and CEO of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, and founder of the Law Firm Leaders Forum.
Ron Dolin
Senior Research Fellow at Harvard Law School
Ron Dolin is a Senior Research Fellow at Harvard Law School, focusing on legal technology and informatics.
Sanjay Kamlani
Co-founder at Pangea3
Sanjay Kamlani is the co-founder of Pangea3 and a serial entrepreneur in the legal technology space.
William H. J. Hubbard
Former President at American Bar Association
William Hubbard is the former President of the American Bar Association, leading initiatives on the future of legal services.
William Kristol
Founder and Editor at The Weekly Standard
William Kristol is the founder and editor of The Weekly Standard, providing conservative political commentary.
Event Details
- Date
- October 6-7, 2016
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- The Pierre Hotel
- Audience
- Law firm leaders, corporate counsel, legal technologists, academics
- Attendees
- Over 100