With a strong focus on professional development and networking, this conference offers a unique opportunity for established and emerging talent in the legal sector to learn, connect, share and grow.
Topics will explore the evolving role of lawyers in the digital era, the transformative impact of AI, blockchain, and quantum technologies on the legal profession, and actionable strategies for navigating these changes to ensure growth and success.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event that will help shape the future of law and inspire the next generation of legal leaders.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Programme:
(Timings may be subject to change)
09:15 – 09:45: Registration, tea and coffee
09:45 – 10:15: Introductions and keynote
Keynote speaker:
Ian Jeffery, Chief Executive, The Law Society
10:15 – 11:30: The evolving role of the lawyer this decade – what you need to know and how to future-proof your career
Panel discussion led by SCL President, Professor Richard Susskind OBE KC (Hon), with:
- Gareth Stokes, Partner, DLA Piper
- Harry Borovick, General Counsel & AI Governance Officer, Luminance
- Dr Janis Wong, Policy Advisor, Data and Technology Law, The Law Society
11:30 – 11:45: Coffee
11:45 – 12:00: Spotlight Speech 1: Andy Cooke, General Counsel, Travel Perk
12:00 – 12:40: Emerging technologies like AI and the related law are not just for technology lawyers – Part I: what you need to know
Speakers:
- Minesh Tanna, Partner and Global AI Lead, Simmons & Simmons; Chair of the SCL AI Group; SCL Trustee
- Charlie Lyons-Rothbart, SCL AI Group Committee
- Rebecca Keating, Barrister, 4 Pump Court
- Chloë Bell, Barrister, 3 Verulam Buildings
12:40 – 13:30: Lunch
13:30 – 14:15: Emerging technologies like AI and the related law are not just for technology lawyers – Part II
14:15 – 14:30: Spotlight Speech 2: Teresa Escorial, Career and Executive Coach
14:30 – 14:45: Spotlight Speech 3: Georgia Morgan-Wynne, Partner, Taylor Root
14:45 – 15:00: Coffee
15:00 – 17:00: How to navigate getting in and getting on with your career
The panel will share insights from their personal journeys, inside and outside the legal sector.
Moderated panel Chaired by Shanthini Satyendra, SCL Fellow, AI Group Committee Vice Chair
- Dana Denis-Smith, Founder, Obelisk
- Gabi Commatteo, Policy Team Lead for Regulatory Institutions and Functions – Frontier AI Policy Team Lead, DSIT; Visiting Professor, King’s College London School of Law
- James Dunne, Managing Director, FNZ Group
- Lizzie Bell, Founder, One Percent Club
17:00 – 17:30: Close followed by refreshments and networking
This event is a must-attend for:
- Established lawyers interested in staying ahead of technological advancements and adapting to the digital transformation in the legal sector.
- Individuals driving or aspiring to drive innovation within their legal practices or organisations.
- Corporate legal professionals seeking to understand how emerging technologies will impact their roles and industries.
- Recent graduates, aspiring or early-career lawyers looking to gain insights into the future of law and technology and students
- Professionals working in adjacent or overlapping fields, such as compliance, legal tech startups, and policy advisory roles
- Talent acquisition professionals seeking to identify emerging talent, understand the future skillsets required in the legal sector, and build connections with thought leaders and rising stars
This event is hosted by DLA Piper
Administration notes:
Fees:
£195 + VAT (£234) for SCL members
£390 + VAT (£468) or non-members
To enquire about SCL membership and receive the discounted fee, please email hello@scl.org.
There will be some concessionary places available – please email hello@scl.org for further details.
Booking terms and conditions:
Please refer to SCL’s full event terms and conditions here.
Venue address:
DLA Piper
160 Aldersgate St
Barbican
London
EC1A 4HT
Registration and attendee arrival:
Registration for this event begins at 09:15 am and the event starts at 09:45 am. We kindly ask that you arrive on time to ensure a prompt start.
Joining details:
For in-person events, you will receive joining details within 24 hours of the event.
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