SOLID Chicago 2026 is a premier legal innovation summit scheduled for April 9, 2026, hosted by Seyfarth. This event is part of the SOLID (Summit on Legal Innovation and Disruption) series, known for its TED-style talks and interactive sessions that focus on the intersection of innovation, advanced technology, and the business of law.
Attendees can expect a dynamic agenda featuring over 16 speakers delivering concise, impactful presentations on topics such as legal operations, artificial intelligence in law, and the evolving roles within legal departments. The summit emphasizes practical insights and real-world applications, fostering a collaborative environment where participants can engage in facilitated table talks, sprint panels, and town hall discussions to explore how to implement these innovations within their organizations.
In addition to the sessions, SOLID Chicago 2026 offers ample networking opportunities, allowing legal professionals to connect with peers, industry leaders, and technology providers. The event is designed to be highly interactive, ensuring that attendees not only gain valuable knowledge but also build meaningful relationships that can drive future collaborations.
This summit is ideal for legal professionals, including in-house counsel, law firm partners, legal operations leaders, and technology specialists, who are keen to stay ahead of the curve in legal innovation. By attending, participants will gain actionable strategies to enhance their practice, improve operational efficiency, and navigate the rapidly changing legal landscape.
Speakers(12)
Andrew Sprogis
Chief Innovation Officer at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Andrew Sprogis holds the position of Chief Innovation Officer at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP.
Anna Richards
Anna Richards will share an updated 'playbook' on successfully introducing new technology in the corporate legal world. In this session, Anna will guide attendees through the challenges and proven strategies for motivating technology adoption and fostering a culture of engagement.
David Cowen
Founder and President at The Cowen Group
David Cowen is the Founder and President of The Cowen Group, a professional services firm specializing in legal technology and innovation.
Dorothy Cullen
Senior Director, Legal Technology, AI and Data Solutions at Salesforce
Dorothy Cullen focuses on redesigning workflows, structuring human-plus-agent models, and reframing the value story to operationalize AI dividends at Salesforce.
Dorothy Du
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Power Solutions International
Dorothy Du shares insights on doing more with a lean team and AI as the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Power Solutions International.
Esther Birnbaum
Esther Birnbaum explores the transformative potential of Generative AI in law and business, emphasizing the critical skills and knowledge needed in selection and application of models, tools, and prompting techniques.
Lydia Petrakis
Assistant General Counsel, Digital Strategist at Microsoft
Lydia Petrakis serves as Assistant General Counsel and Digital Strategist at Microsoft.
Mark A. Smolik
Chief Legal Officer at DHL Supply Chain Americas
Mark Smolik is the Chief Legal Officer at DHL Supply Chain Americas.
Nick Robertson
General Partner at OnDean Forward
Nick Robertson, former COO at Relativity, now invests in the next generation of legal tech through OnDean Forward and teaches entrepreneurship at Northwestern University.
Omar Haroun
Omar Haroun discusses how AI Agents are reshaping legal workflows by handling complex work that once required human lawyers, transforming roles and workflows in ways that were once unthinkable.
Timothy Fraser
Timothy Fraser shares his vision for the future of in-house legal teams, inspired by his experience leading Toshiba’s legal transformation. He outlines practical steps for moving beyond reactive legal services to becoming a proactive business partner.
Zeynep Ersin
Chief Innovation & Strategic Design Officer at Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Zeynep Ersin serves as the Chief Innovation & Strategic Design Officer at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, where she focuses on driving innovation and strategic design initiatives within the firm.
Event Details
- Date
- April 9, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Seyfarth
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including in-house counsel, law firm partners, legal operations leaders, and technology specialists.