The Legal Innovation & Tech Fest is a premier two-day event dedicated to exploring the latest advancements and transformative ideas in the legal industry. Organized by Eventful People, this festival brings together a diverse community of legal professionals, technologists, and innovators to discuss and shape the future of legal practice.
Key themes for the 2026 event include the impact of Generative and Agentic AI, innovations leveraging various technologies, diverse business models for law firms, essential skills for legal professionals in the digital era, the evolving relationship between clients and lawyers, and the overall future of the legal industry. Attendees can expect a comprehensive agenda featuring expert-led sessions, panel discussions, and interactive workshops.
In addition to the rich content, the festival offers ample networking opportunities, an expo hall showcasing cutting-edge legal technologies, and presentations from notable speakers such as Ben Crowe, Prof. Selena Bartlett, Dr. Michelle Dickinson, and Shaun Jardine. These elements provide a platform for attendees to connect, collaborate, and gain insights from industry leaders.
The event is ideal for law firm leaders, corporate counsel, legal technologists, and service providers seeking to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving legal landscape. Participants will gain valuable knowledge, discover innovative solutions, and build connections that can drive their organizations forward.
Speakers(53)
Adrian Agius
Director | Legal Informatics at Gilbert + Tobin
Adrian Agius is the Director of Legal Informatics at Gilbert + Tobin, specializing in legal data intelligence.
Alex Comyn
Associate Director, Legal Technology (Australia) at Herbert Smith Freehills
Alexandra Vost
Senior Manager – Legal Optimisation Consulting at MinterEllison
Amy Bell
Founder at Teal Compliance & AML Sorted
Amy Bell is the Founder of Teal Compliance & AML Sorted, specializing in anti-money laundering compliance.
Andrea Foot
Director at Leaf Logic
Andrea Foot is the Director of Leaf Logic, focusing on innovative legal solutions.
Angela Luu
Senior Manager, Digital Change at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Angela Luu is the Senior Manager of Digital Change at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, leading digital transformation initiatives.
Anna Golovsky
Executive Manager, Legal Operations & Company Secretariat at IAG
Aurora Bryant
Senior Legal Data Intelligence Lead at Relativity
Aurora Bryant serves as the Senior Legal Data Intelligence Lead at Relativity, focusing on legal analytics.
Avay Rimal
Senior Manager, eDiscovery, Digital Legal Delivery at Herbert Smith Freehills
Ben Crowe
Director at Mojo Crowe
Ben Crowe is the Director of Mojo Crowe, specializing in developing purpose, connection, and performance mindsets.
Chris Giles
CEO and Founder at iCompli, by LegalRM
Chris Giles is the CEO and Founder of iCompli, by LegalRM, specializing in legal compliance solutions.
Chris Povey
CEO at Justice Connect
Courtney Blackman
Head of Partnerships, Director of the LawTech Hub & AI Clinics at Lander & Rogers
Daniel Lord-Doyle
Founder & Co-Founder at Mary Technology
David Gribble
Senior Legal Counsel (Transformation) at nbn
David Gribble serves as Senior Legal Counsel (Transformation) at nbn, specializing in legal process transformation.
David Turner
Co-founder at Lext
Deb Hook
Director, Legal Operations at University of Sydney
Deb Hook is the Director of Legal Operations at the University of Sydney, focusing on optimizing legal processes.
Dr Kai Riemer
Director, Sydney Executive Plus & Professor of Information Technology and Organisation at University of Sydney
Dr. Kai Riemer is a Professor of Information Technology and Organisation at the University of Sydney, specializing in the impact of emerging technologies on business and society.
Dr Michelle Dickinson
Chief Strategy Officer at Workr
Dr. Kai Riemer
Director, Sydney Executive Plus & Professor of Information Technology and Organisation at University of Sydney
Dr. Kai Riemer is the Director of Sydney Executive Plus and a Professor at the University of Sydney, specializing in information technology and organization.
Dr. Michelle Dickinson
Chief Strategy Officer at Workr
Dr. Michelle Dickinson serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Workr, bringing expertise in strategic development.
Dr. Susan Bennett
Principal at Sibenco Legal & Advisory
Ena Catovic
Manager, Digital Change at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Ena Catovic serves as Manager of Digital Change at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, focusing on digital innovation.
Fay Koo
Senior Solutions Consultant at Adobe
Fay Koo serves as a Senior Solutions Consultant at Adobe, focusing on legal technology solutions.
Fiona Lymant
Head of Knowledge at McCabes
Fiona McLay
Legal Tech Consultant at McLay Legal Consulting
Jeanette Merjane
Legal Transformation Analyst and Accredited Specialist in Family Law at Lander & Rogers
Jeanette Merjane is a Legal Transformation Analyst and Accredited Specialist in Family Law at Lander & Rogers.
Jenny Rudd
Founder & CEO at Dispute Buddy
Jo Renkin
Pro Bono at Lander & Rogers
Karen Lee
Regional Lead Counsel – JAPAC at Clinigen
Karen Lee is the Regional Lead Counsel for JAPAC at Clinigen, overseeing legal matters in the region.
Kate Price
Executive Manager Operations & Enablement at nbn
Kate Price is the Executive Manager of Operations & Enablement at nbn, focusing on operational efficiency.
Kate Sherburn
Head of Legal at Who Gives A Crap
Katrina Gowans
Group Counsel at APA Group
Katrina Gowans serves as Group Counsel at APA Group and is an Advisory Board Member at the Centre for Legal Innovation.
Kirk Rogers
Chief Operating Officer at Gilchrist Connell
Lauren Dyson
Data & Technology Lead at Westpac Legal Operations
Lauren Myers
Legal Operations Analyst at The University of Sydney
Matt Duncan
Head of Legal Operations at Transurban
Matt Duncan leads legal operations at Transurban, focusing on optimizing legal processes and efficiency.
Matthew Crocker
Chief Strategy Officer at Morae Global
Matthew Crocker serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Morae Global, focusing on strategic legal solutions.
Melody Webb
Acting Senior Manager, Disputes at Herbert Smith Freehills
Mona Chiha
CEO at JurisTechne
Mona Chiha is the CEO of JurisTechne, specializing in legal technology solutions.
Nam Truong
Digital + Innovation Lead at Law Squared
Nam Truong leads digital and innovation initiatives at Law Squared, focusing on legal technology advancements.
Olivia Blackburn
Director, Legal Operations, Planning and Enablement Legal and Governance at Transport for NSW
Olivia Blackburn is the Director of Legal Operations, Planning and Enablement Legal and Governance at Transport for NSW.
Pat Datt
Senior Legal Counsel at Noumi
Paula Hoctor
Principal and Workplace Investigator at Q Workplace Solutions
Prof. Selena Bartlett
Group Leader in Neuroscience at Translational Research Institute, School of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Health, QUT
Prof. Selena Bartlett leads neuroscience research at QUT, focusing on translational studies in clinical sciences.
Sarah Jacobson
Director – Knowledge Management at MinterEllison
Shaun Jardine
Owner/Director at Big Yellow Penguin
Shaun Jardine is the Owner and Director of Big Yellow Penguin, known for his work in value-based pricing in professional services.
Shaun Leisegang
Chief Automation, Data and AI Officer at Tecala
Shaun Leisegang is the Chief Automation, Data and AI Officer at Tecala, specializing in technological innovations.
Stuart Hall
Terri Mottershead
Director at Digital Enablement Ashurst Advance
Terri Mottershead directs digital enablement initiatives at Ashurst Advance, focusing on legal technology advancements.
Tessa van Duyn
CEO and Practice Leader at Moores
Theo Kapodistrias
General Counsel at Stacked Farm
Theo Kapodistrias is the General Counsel at Stacked Farm, overseeing legal affairs.
Tim Barrett
Director, Associate General Counsel at Adobe
Tim Barrett holds the position of Director and Associate General Counsel at Adobe, overseeing legal affairs.
Event Details
- Date
- April 28-29, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
- Hyatt Regency Sydney
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Law firm leaders, corporate counsel, legal technologists, and service providers.
- CLE Credits
- Up to 5 CPD points in Practice Management and Business Skills
- Attendees
- Over 500 professionals