Law Firm Knowledge Management & Innovation Leaders
by Strategic Knowledge & Innovation Legal Leaders’ Summit (SKILLS)
The Strategic Knowledge & Innovation Legal Leaders’ Summit (SKILLS) is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed for senior leaders in knowledge management, innovation, and transformation within major law firms. Founded in 2003 and hosted by Oz Benamram, SKILLS provides a platform for these professionals to engage in candid, peer-level discussions on the evolving landscape of the legal industry.
The summit covers a range of pertinent topics, including the integration of artificial intelligence in legal services, strategies for effective knowledge management, and the latest trends in legal technology. Sessions often feature expert panels, interactive workshops, and case studies that delve into practical applications and emerging challenges in the field.
Attendees can benefit from networking opportunities with industry peers, access to an expo hall showcasing cutting-edge legal technologies, and presentations by notable speakers who are thought leaders in legal innovation. These elements combine to offer a comprehensive experience that fosters both learning and professional connections.
This event is ideal for senior professionals leading knowledge management, innovation, and transformation initiatives in law firms. It offers valuable insights into current developments and future directions in the business of law, making it a must-attend for those aiming to stay at the forefront of the industry.
Speakers(32)
Ab Saraswat
Ab Saraswat contributed to the 2026 SKILLS Survey Report presentation.
Alon Dolev
Maeven
Alon Dolev is part of Maeven and co-presented on real-time intelligence for trusted relationships.
Amy Monaghan
Ford Motor Company
Amy Monaghan is part of Ford Motor Company and participated in a panel on AI's impact on the General Counsel-Law Firm relationship.
Andrew Brinkman
Fried Frank
Andrew Brinkman is affiliated with Fried Frank and discussed collaborative innovation in executive compensation review.
Andrew Weiner
Cravath
Andrew Weiner is affiliated with Cravath and co-presented on high-stakes document review with AI.
Ashley Elliott
Frost Brown Todd
Ashley Elliott is associated with Frost Brown Todd and discussed automating company dossiers using standardized data.
Bill Cocolis
Akin Gump
Bill Cocolis is part of Akin Gump and discussed a learning and development case study for business professionals.
Blake Rooney
Husch Blackwell
Blake Rooney is associated with Husch Blackwell and discussed AI's role in the evolving General Counsel-Law Firm dynamic.
Daniel Porus
Legatics
Daniel Porus is affiliated with Legatics and co-presented on demonstrating ROI with legal technology.
Elaine Bienvenu
Jones Walker
Elaine Bienvenu is affiliated with Jones Walker and presented on changing habits to engage attorneys beyond general AI training.
Emily Colbert
Thomson Reuters
Emily Colbert is affiliated with Thomson Reuters and contributed to the panel on AI reshaping legal practice dynamics.
Emily Florio
DLA Piper
Emily Florio is affiliated with DLA Piper and presented on blending automation and AI for future efficiency.
Floor Blindenbach
Organizing4Innovation
Floor Blindenbach is part of Organizing4Innovation and co-presented on engaging attorneys through habit change.
Hanna Canning
DLA Piper
Hanna Canning is part of DLA Piper and presented on AI agents in practice.
Ian Lopez
Ballard Spahr
Ian Lopez is associated with Ballard Spahr and co-presented on leveraging private ChatGPTs.
J.P. Mohler
Thomson Reuters
J.P. Mohler is associated with Thomson Reuters and co-presented on AI applications in document review.
Jason Rogers
Ballard Spahr
Jason Rogers is affiliated with Ballard Spahr and contributed to the presentation on private ChatGPTs.
Kevin Walker
Centari
Kevin Walker is part of Centari and co-presented on redefining executive compensation review.
Kristina Bakardjiev
Cozen O’Connor
Kristina Bakardjiev is associated with Cozen O’Connor and presented on custom AI workflows powered by search.
Laura Safdie
Thomson Reuters
Laura Safdie is affiliated with Thomson Reuters and moderated a panel on AI reshaping the General Counsel-Law Firm dynamic.
Lisa Mayo Haynes
Ballard Spahr
Lisa Mayo Haynes is part of Ballard Spahr and discussed leveraging a suite of private ChatGPTs.
Lucie Allen
BARBRI
Lucie Allen is associated with BARBRI and co-presented on a learning and development case study.
Maged Helmy
Newcode.ai
Maged Helmy is associated with Newcode.ai and co-presented on AI agents in practice at DLA Piper.
Matt Kelly
Debevoise & Plimpton
Matt Kelly is affiliated with Debevoise & Plimpton and presented on real-time intelligence for trusted relationships.
Naomi Swalve
Centari
Naomi Swalve is associated with Centari and contributed to the presentation on executive compensation review.
Oz Benamram
Oz Benamram is the host of SKILLS events and provided opening remarks and moderated discussions.
Pablo Arredondo
Thomson Reuters
Pablo Arredondo is part of Thomson Reuters and contributed to the presentation on AI in document review.
Philippa McIntosh
Vable
Philippa McIntosh is part of Vable and co-presented on blending automation and AI at DLA Piper.
Radek Kraus
White & Case
Radek Kraus is associated with White & Case and provided a partner's perspective on demonstrating ROI with legal technology.
Rebecca Pasternak
Rebecca Pasternak participated in presenting the 2026 SKILLS Survey Report.
Scott Reents
Cravath
Scott Reents is associated with Cravath and discussed redefining high-stakes document review with AI.
Yannic Kilcher
DeepJudge
Yannic Kilcher is affiliated with DeepJudge and co-presented on custom AI workflows powered by search.
Event Details
- Date
- July 20-22, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Audience
- Senior professionals in knowledge management, innovation, and transformation within major law firms.
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