ALPMA Summit + ALTACON 2025
by Australasian Legal Practice Management Association (ALPMA)
The 2025 ALPMA Summit + ALTACON is a premier event organized by the Australasian Legal Practice Management Association (ALPMA). Held from September 3 to 5, 2025, at the International Convention Centre in Sydney, this summit brings together leaders and professionals from the legal sector to connect, share ideas, and explore the future of practice management in a rapidly changing environment.
The summit covers a range of key topics, including leadership, strategy, change management, legal technology adoption, cybersecurity, and balancing human ingenuity with technological innovation. Sessions are designed to address the evolving needs of legal professionals and provide insights into the future of legal practice.
Attendees can participate in pre-summit workshops, plenary sessions with renowned speakers, and networking events such as the Welcome Function and the Buckles and Bling Cocktail Function. The event also features an exhibition hall showcasing the latest legal technologies and services.
This summit is ideal for managing partners, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CIOs, general managers, practice managers, legal technology directors, HR and people culture leaders, marketing and business development professionals, and in-house counsel. It offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights, network with peers, and stay ahead in the evolving legal landscape.
Speakers(11)
Belinda Balmer
Head of People & Culture at Moores
Belinda Balmer leads the People & Culture team at Moores, bringing over 25 years of experience in HR and Learning & Development across professional services, financial services, and government sectors.
Christian Beck
Founder and CEO at LEAP Legal Software
Christian Beck is the founder and CEO of LEAP Legal Software, established over 30 years ago to revolutionize legal practice management through technology, now supporting over 67,000 legal professionals worldwide.
David Atherton-Cooper
Dye & Durham
David Atherton-Cooper, known as 'DAC', has 25 years’ experience delivering technology-based solutions across the legal and insurance sectors, focusing on enhancing business processes and productivity.
Dr. Chadden Hunter
Wildlife Filmmaker and Biologist
Dr. Chadden Hunter is an award-winning filmmaker and wildlife biologist who has worked alongside Sir David Attenborough on seminal nature documentaries. His television series have garnered over twenty Emmy and BAFTA awards.
Dr. Fiona Kerr
Founder at The NeuroTech Institute
Dr. Fiona Kerr is the founder of The NeuroTech Institute, globally recognized for her work on the neurophysiology of human interaction and technology. She advises international clients across various sectors and holds academic roles both domestically and overseas.
Fiona McLay
Consultant at McLay Legal Consulting
Fiona McLay is a consultant guiding law firms through the process of implementing Generative AI, helping them design actionable plans aligned with their needs and resources.
Glin Bayley
Negotiation Specialist and Author
Glin Bayley is a negotiation specialist, personal transformation strategist, and author of 'The Negotiation Playbook' and 'Unstoppable Woman', focusing on helping changemakers accelerate their impact through inner transformation.
Lee Bailie
Head of Property Australia at InfoTrack
Lee Bailie has over 15 years of experience in Australia's legal and technology sectors, focusing on providing innovative and market-leading technology solutions for property transactions.
Michael McQueen
Futurist and Keynote Speaker
Michael McQueen is a renowned futurist and bestselling author of 10 books, recognized for his insights into navigating change and staying ahead in a rapidly evolving world. He has presented to over 500,000 people across five continents and has been inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame.
Patrick Aouad
Founder and CEO at CU Health
Patrick Aouad is an internationally published consultant neurologist and the founder and CEO of CU Health, Australia’s leading health and wellbeing platform for employees. He is passionate about improving health outcomes through human-centered technology.
Trudy MacDonald
Managing Director and Founder at TalentCode HR
Trudy MacDonald is an award-winning leadership expert specializing in building high-performance law firms by attracting, retaining, and engaging top talent.
Event Details
- Date
- September 3-5, 2025
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
- International Convention Centre Sydney
- Pricing
- $1,899 - $2,099
- Audience
- Managing partners, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CIOs, general managers, practice managers, legal technology directors, HR and people culture leaders, marketing and business development professionals, in-house counsel.
- Attendees
- Over 500 delegates