August 24, 2023
Please join us for a special in-person event to gain expert insight into how law firms are innovating their operations and the way they work.
The law firm of the future: A business services symposium
Building resilience and success in the face of AI, competition for talent, and hybrid working
VENUE: Dentons UK, One Fleet Place, London EC4M 7RA (GPS postcode)
DATE: Tuesday 10th October 2023
TIME: Registration at 14:30. Event from 15:00 – 17:30, followed by drinks and canapes
The competing challenges of economic headwinds, hybrid working, talent acquisition and disruptive technologies such as AI are upsetting the status quo. To remain competitive in today’s market and position their firm for future success, law firm business leaders must reimagine their operational models and support structures. This exclusive event aims to deliver expert insight in these key areas through strategic presentations and moderated panel discussions.
Featuring senior law firm leaders and experts in the future of the legal workplace and technology, the event will cover the following topics:
- Reimagining the way we work: digitally, virtually and physically. Exploring the concept of the “law firm of the future” and how technology and changing work patterns are transforming the legal industry. Philip Ross will frame the discussion with a short synopsis of his most recent book “Unworking: The Reinvention of the Modern Office.” The focus will then be on the key factors that help law firms remain competitive in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. He’ll delve into the role of technology in transforming law firm operations, the benefits and challenges of hybrid working, and the concept of creating an attractive and collaborative office environment to enhance productivity and improve employee satisfaction.
- The promise of AI: its opportunities, risks and challenges. Firms are eager to reap the benefits of AI but wary of the ethical, data privacy and regulatory implications. Competitive pressure and the fascinating advances of ChatGPT, Bard, Co-Pilot and other AI platforms appear to be real and immediate. Firms need to set expectations and understand client needs for AI solutions. How should firms respond to the relatively new phenomenon of AI possibilities? Are firms using AI to improve productivity? Is AI relevant to front office activities as well as back-office productivity and efficiency? Do firms need to set boundaries for AI solutions?
Our esteemed speakers include:
- Chris Bull, Consultant, Edge International
- David Crew, Head of Corporate Real Estate, Hogan Lovells
- Andrew Edginton, Chief Operating Officer, Gowling WLG UK
- Nicole Brocklebank-Fowler, Global Head of Property Portfolio, Clifford Chance
- Ronan Hanrahan, Chief Transformation Officer, Eversheds Sutherland
- Nick Morgan, CTO, Williams Lea
- Ed Poulton, Managing Partner – London, Baker McKenzie
- Philip Ross, Founder and CEO, Ungroup
If you would like to join us for some lively conversation and debate, please register via the form below.
