ACC Legal Ops Con 2026 is a premier conference dedicated to advancing the field of legal operations, organized by the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC). This event brings together professionals focused on optimizing the delivery of legal services within corporate environments, emphasizing efficiency, innovation, and strategic management.
The conference will cover a range of key topics, including the latest trends in legal technology, data-driven decision-making, process optimization, and the integration of artificial intelligence in legal workflows. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in experiential learning sessions, hear from industry pioneers, and explore practical approaches to modernizing legal functions.
In addition to educational sessions, the event offers ample networking opportunities, an expo hall featuring cutting-edge legal service providers, and presentations from notable speakers. A highlight of the conference is the opening plenary, where the 2026 ACC Value Champions will share their award-winning strategies for transforming legal operations.
Legal operations professionals, in-house counsel, and others involved in managing corporate legal functions should attend to gain actionable insights, connect with peers, and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving legal landscape.
Speakers(8)
Analog Devices, Inc.
Recognized as a 2026 ACC Value Champion for driving efficiency, cost savings, and innovation through smarter legal service delivery.
Angeline Chen
General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at Progress Federal Solutions, Inc.
Angeline Chen serves as the General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at Progress Federal Solutions, Inc., bringing extensive experience in legal operations and corporate governance.
Audrey Jean
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at 3E
Audrey Jean serves as the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at 3E, providing legal guidance and corporate governance oversight.
Dean Manson
Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary at EchoStar Corporation
Dean Manson holds the position of Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at EchoStar Corporation, leading the company's legal and regulatory affairs.
Medtronic
Honored as a 2026 ACC Value Champion for leveraging data, standardizing processes, and deploying advanced automation and AI tools to transform legal operations.
Rovensa Group
Awarded as a 2026 ACC Value Champion for building integrated, scalable operating models and modernizing legal service delivery.
Sherri Sampson
Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Chief People Officer at University of Maryland Global Campus
Sherri Sampson is the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Chief People Officer at the University of Maryland Global Campus, managing legal and human resources functions.
William Kruse
General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Gallup
William Kruse is the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Gallup, overseeing legal and compliance matters for the global analytics and advisory firm.
Event Details
- Date
- April 20-22, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Chicago Marriott Downtown
- Pricing
- $899 - $1,099
- Audience
- Legal operations professionals, in-house counsel, corporate legal function managers.
- CLE Credits
- CLE/CPD credit not offered