Legal Geek is thrilled to announce Mel B as the keynote speaker for their upcoming conference on 16th and 17th October at Old Truman Brewery in London. Known for her powerful advocacy work, Mel B will deliver a compelling address on domestic abuse, sharing her personal experiences and her mission to build a future where domestic abuse is not tolerated. Domestic abuse affects 1 in 5 adults in their lifetime – a sobering statistic that highlights the need for change. At Legal Geek, we’re committed to driving a positive change within the legal profession and beyond.
The Legal Geek Conference 2024, back for its 9th year, will feature 140 speakers, two stages, 24 lawtech pitches, and two workshop rooms. This year’s agenda is packed with thought-provoking sessions designed to explore the latest advancements in legal technology and their transformative impact on the legal profession.
For the last decade, Legal Geek has been at the cutting edge of lawtech innovation, with a mission to create a positive impact on the legal industry. With attendees from 64 countries Legal Geek fosters a truly global community, focusing on interactive sessions and inclusive networking opportunities.
Agenda highlights include:
- Mel B (Keynote): “Domestic abuse and its impact”
- Vedika Mehera & Wendy Curtis (Orrick Labs): “Has GenAI Fundamentally Changed the Legal Market?” – Examining AI’s economic impact and separating hype from reality.
- Monika Auguscik (Smallpdf): “Building the In-House Legal Function from Scratch” – Strategies for establishing effective legal operations as a first legal hire.
- Russell Johnstone (EE): “Embrace your imposter syndrome – it’s a superpower.” – Exploring how to make imposter syndrome your secret superpower.
- Darren Edwards: “Strength through Adversity” – An inspiring keynote on resilience and determination, chronicling Darren’s journey from a life-changing accident to becoming a motivational figure.
- Oyinkansola Adebayo (Niyo Group): “How to Build Ethical AI in Unusual Industries” – Navigating ethical AI practices outside traditional tech environments.
- Helen Lowe (EasyJet) & Ashley John (Anglo American): “Is Legal Tech Dead?” – A critical look at the relevance of legal technology in in-house legal departments.
- David Holmes (British Podcast Host and Former Actor and Stunt Performer): “The law from where I am sitting” – David was the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter films. Following an on-set accident, David has lived as a disabled person for the last 15 years and will share his achievements and journey.
- Paul Russell (Standing Ovation Choir): “Celebrity Vocal Coach – Intro to Singing in the Workplace” – Exploring the holistic benefits of singing with peers in a fun, dynamic session.
- Kerry Westland & Elliot White (Addleshaw Goddard): “Level Up Your Prompting Game: Unlock the Power of LLMs” – A workshop on effective prompt engineering to maximize the potential of legal language models.
“Legal Geek is one of those events that needs to be experienced to be truly understood. Bringing together curious minds from across the industry and showcasing the best in legal tech and innovation – it’s the perfect environment to bounce ideas, collaborate and push the boundaries of law. Always impeccably run and full to the brim of interesting sessions, if you only make it to one legal conference next year make sure it’s Legal Geek. You won’t be disappointed.” Says Stacey Quaye, Global Head of OP, Innovation & Design, UBS.
The conference will feature a dedicated Startup Alley showcasing early-stage lawtechs with outstanding potential, interactive workshops on topics such as building design-thinking, and hands-on demos of innovative legal solutions. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, share insights, and explore partnerships.
For more information and to register for a ticket visit: https://www.legalgeek.co/conference/ and if you’re looking to see the full agenda, please visit: https://share.hsforms.com/1gNaKMTbmSWWo-eGKVT1wFg37bsp