Interstella Summit 2026 is a boutique-format gathering designed to redefine the future of legal innovation. Organized by Stella Legal, a specialist legal tech consultancy, the summit will take place on May 6–7, 2026, at Suspenso in Lisbon, Portugal. This event aims to bring together visionaries, technologists, and senior legal innovation leaders for two days of unfiltered discussion, high-value networking, and forward-thinking collaboration.
The summit will cover key topics such as the frontlines of legal innovation, featuring real stories, insights, and impacts, as well as designing what comes next with human-centered and innovative operating models for the future. Sessions will include interactive formats that invite dialogue and real exchange, meaningful networking opportunities designed to continue beyond the event, and curated experiences that thoughtfully bring people together.
Notable speakers include Umra Omar, Founder & Executive of Pamoja; Dr. Troy Flanagan, Senior Performance Advisor for the Milwaukee Bucks; Erika Pagano, Faculty at IE University and Interstella Summit host; Hélder Santos, Head of Legal Tech & Innovation at Bird & Bird; Janice D'Costa, Legal Ops Manager EMEA Lead at Meta; and Lance Bartholomeusz, General Counsel & Head of Legal Affairs Service at UNHCR. The venue, Suspenso, is a reimagined historic landmark located in the heart of Lisbon's vibrant cultural neighborhood, providing a unique setting where heritage meets modern energy.
Interstella Summit is ideal for senior in-house legal leaders, technologists, and innovators seeking to engage in candid dialogue, build meaningful connections, and collaborate on forward-thinking initiatives. Attendees will leave with clearer direction, renewed confidence, and the partnerships needed to drive real change within their organizations.
Speakers(12)
Anastasiia Litvinenko
Legal Counsel & Team Lead at Wise
Anastasiia Litvinenko serves as Legal Counsel and Team Lead at Wise, managing legal operations.
Daniela Silva e Sousa
General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at Start Campus
Daniela Silva e Sousa is the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Start Campus, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
Dr. Troy Flanagan
Senior Performance Advisor at Milwaukee Bucks
Dr. Troy Flanagan serves as the Senior Performance Advisor for the Milwaukee Bucks, focusing on optimizing athlete performance.
Erika Pagano
Faculty at IE University
Erika Pagano is a faculty member at IE University and serves as the host for the Interstella Summit.
Hélder Santos
Head of Legal Tech & Innovation at Bird & Bird
Hélder Santos leads the Legal Tech & Innovation department at Bird & Bird, driving technological advancements in legal services.
Janice D'Costa
Legal Operations Manager EMEA Lead at Meta
Janice D'Costa is the Legal Operations Manager and EMEA Lead at Meta, overseeing legal operations across the region.
Kiron Heriot-Darragh
Creative + Narrative Futurist at Google, OpenAI, Apple, Nike
Kiron Heriot-Darragh is a Creative and Narrative Futurist who has collaborated with companies like Google, OpenAI, Apple, and Nike.
Lance Bartholomeusz
General Counsel & Head, Legal Affairs Service at UNHCR
Lance Bartholomeusz serves as General Counsel and Head of the Legal Affairs Service at UNHCR, providing legal guidance for humanitarian efforts.
Nick Baughan
Managing Member at Marks Baughan
Nick Baughan is the Managing Member at Marks Baughan, providing strategic advisory services.
Rodhø
Founder & Lead Master Navigator at Alchemy: Rewire
Rodhø is the Founder and Lead Master Navigator at Alchemy: Rewire, specializing in transformative strategies.
Sarah Nelson Smith
Senior Director, Legal at Booking.com
Sarah Nelson Smith is the Senior Director of Legal at Booking.com, overseeing legal matters for the company.
Umra Omar
Founder & Executive at Pamoja
Umra Omar is the Founder and Executive of Pamoja, an organization dedicated to community development and empowerment.
Event Details
- Date
- May 6-7, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇵🇹 Lisbon, Portugal
- Suspenso
- Pricing
- €550 - €3,200
- Audience
- Senior in-house legal leaders, technologists, and innovators.