Beyond Our Borders: A Global Legal Innovation Summit
Beyond Our Borders: A Global Legal Innovation Summit was a two-day conference held on May 3-4, 2018, at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. Organized by the law school, the summit convened legal industry thought leaders from around the world to discuss the evolving landscape of the legal profession in the face of technological advancements and shifting market dynamics.
The summit featured twelve panels and presentations addressing key topics such as the integration of technology in legal services, the imperative for cultural change within the legal industry, and strategies to enhance access to justice. Discussions emphasized the need for law firms to adapt to new delivery models and the importance of fostering innovation to meet client demands for more efficient and cost-effective services.
Notable speakers included Andrew Arruda, CEO and Co-Founder of ROSS Intelligence; Crispin Passmore, Executive Director of the UK's Solicitors Regulatory Authority; and Mark Cohen, CEO of Legal Mosaic. These experts shared insights on the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital transformation of the legal sector and the necessity for legal education to evolve accordingly.
The event was designed for legal professionals, educators, and students interested in understanding and navigating the future of the legal industry. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with pioneers in legal innovation, gain insights into emerging trends, and explore strategies for implementing change within their own practices.
Speakers(10)
Andrew Arruda
CEO and Co-Founder at ROSS Intelligence
Andrew Arruda is the CEO and Co-Founder of ROSS Intelligence, a company specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for the legal industry. He advocates for cultural change within the legal profession to embrace technological advancements.
Crispin Passmore
Executive Director of Policy at Solicitors Regulation Authority
Crispin Passmore is the Executive Director of Policy at the Solicitors Regulation Authority, responsible for reducing regulatory burdens and reforming education and training. He has previously held positions at the Legal Services Board, Legal Services Commission, and Coventry Law Centre.
Daniel B. Rodriguez
Dean and Harold Washington Professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
Daniel B. Rodriguez is the Dean and Harold Washington Professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. He advocates for modernizing legal education to equip students with skills for a modern world.
Eva Bruch
Founder at Alterwork
Eva Bruch is the founder of Alterwork, a Barcelona-based company focusing on legal innovation. She emphasizes the role of design thinking in helping law firms expand their business and improve service delivery.
Iohann Le Frapper
Group General Counsel at Pierre Fabre
Iohann Le Frapper is the group general counsel at Pierre Fabre, a French healthcare company with a global footprint. He has extensive experience in corporate and commercial transactions across multiple regions and has held leadership roles in the Association of Corporate Counsel and the International Chamber of Commerce.
Joek Peters
Founder and CEO at LegalBusinessWorld
Joek Peters is the Founder and CEO of LegalBusinessWorld, a platform dedicated to legal industry insights and innovations. He encourages legal professionals to embrace change and start new initiatives to drive the industry forward.
John Fernandez
Chief Innovation Officer at Dentons
John Fernandez is the Chief Innovation Officer at Dentons, the world's largest law firm. He leads tech collaborations, labs, and accelerators to meet client demands for quicker, cheaper, and more efficient legal services.
Laura Van Wyngaarden
Co-founder at Diligen
Laura Van Wyngaarden is the Co-founder of Diligen, a Toronto-based company specializing in AI-powered contract review. She highlights how technology can automate repetitive legal tasks, allowing lawyers to focus on providing real relief to clients.
Mark A. Cohen
CEO at Legal Mosaic
Mark A. Cohen is the CEO of Legal Mosaic and a leading voice on legal industry transformation, legal operations, and the business of law.
Markus Hartung
Director at Bucerius Center on the Legal Profession at Bucerius Law School
Markus Hartung is a lawyer and mediator, serving as the director of the Bucerius Center on the Legal Profession at Bucerius Law School in Hamburg. His expertise includes market development, management, strategic leadership, and the impact of digitalization on the legal market.
Event Details
- Date
- May 3-4, 2018
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
- Audience
- Legal professionals, educators, and students