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Top Legal Tech Events to Attend in 2023

Ab Saraswat

Ab Saraswat

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    Everyone is ready to be back in person and the conference circuit is buzzing! There are more chances than ever to learn, network and increase your legal skills.

    Here is a list of top legal events to check out in 2023.  

    The Masters Conference

    Miami – January 24

    The Masters Conference kicks off this year in sunny Miami! Lawyers, judges, and in-house counsel from around the country are getting ready to add their expertise and thought leadership on a wide range of topics related to lawyer technology. Practitioners gather for this notable event in major cities all over North America and London for thought-provoking conversation, networking with peers, and the latest trends in legal. Check out The Masters Conference website for dates and locations of all their events.

    ABA Tech Show

    Chicago — March 1-4

    Ready to level up on your legal tech skills? Get yourself to the ABA Tech Show this year! It’s a great chance for lawyers and other industry professionals to network and learn what cutting-edge technology is doing in 2023 and beyond. With seven unique tracks tackling everything from Financial Management through Client Experience all under one roof – you can find fresh ways of working smarter (or faster… or better.)

    iTECHLAW

    Singapore – Mar 8 – 11

    The iTECHLAW conference promises to be a legal technology extravaganza, packed with sessions all around legal ops and legal tech. Join the 50th-anniversary celebration with legal experts from around the globe. Enjoy keynote talks from futurists, legal technology gurus, and legal operations powerhouses who have seen — and overcome — the challenges of legal transformation firsthand. Leave reignited by the knowledge exchange and energized to tackle legal journeys yet to come.

    Legalweek

    New York City — March 20-23

    ​LegalWeek is the ultimate event for lawyers and legal tech professionals looking to stay up to date with the latest trends in the legal field. Every year, the best and brightest minds in legal come to New York City to explore new legal tech and discuss the changing legal landscape. Whether you’re an attorney coming straight out of law school or a veteran lawyer looking to learn something new, LegalWeek has something for you.

    Future Lawyer Week UK 6.0

    London – April 24 – 26

    Whether you’re a lawyer focused on private practice, in-house counsel, or litigation – FLW UK is the perfect place to rub elbows with legal innovators and network. Spend 3 days upskilling at workshops, presentations and yes even an exciting hackathon!

    Legal Up

    Virtual — April 27-28

    Legal Up is your one-stop shop for career success! This 2-day virtual conference provides lawyers and legal professionals from around the world with an opportunity to level up their careers from home! Get more than 5 hours of CLE credits, and meet thousands of other industry experts – all at the comfort of wherever you are. Forget about flight schedules and hotel bookings; focus on what matters most to you.

    British Legal Technology Forum

    London – May 10

    In May, top legal minds from around the globe will gather in London for The British Legal Technology Forum to look ahead and explore what’s coming next in law firm innovation. At this renowned conference, participants can connect with some of Europe’s most esteemed professionals in both the legal technology and IT security realms – setting their businesses up for success into 2030!

    CLOC Global Institute

    Las Vegas – May 15-18

    The CLOC Global Institute brings together all things legal tech and legal ops. Featuring legal experts who can provide a comprehensive overview of legal operations, this conference contains everything you need to guide you through the legal ops landscape. From essential legal tech updates to nuanced insights into lawyers’ responsibilities, this conference is sure to focus on legal innovation and transformation in a dynamic and entertaining experience.

    ILTACON

    Orlando — August 20-24

    If you’re looking to keep up with the times in legal technology, then ILTACON is where it’s at! This year they are bringing their 4.5-day conference back to Orlando, Florida for connection and exploration of new legal tech trends. The countdown begins now – all eyes on ILTA’s website as planning continues and announcements drop leading up to showtime!

    Legal Geek

    London — October 4-5

    Ready to get your legal tech geek on? Come join attorneys, legal professionals, and thought leaders from around the world at Legal Geek in London! This dynamic two-day conference has something for everyone: workshops tailored to fit all levels of experience, exhibitors galore, and social events so stimulating they have been known to spark sudden epiphanies. Don’t worry – if that’s not quite enough adrenaline for ya, there are extracurricular opportunities leading up to the event plus a yoga side event perfect for winding down afterwards. It promises an international atmosphere where technology takes center stage–so come brush up your skillset then walk away feeling equipped with future-proof strategies and practices like never before!

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