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Schedule and agenda

08:30am - 08:45am

Welcome reception and networking

08:45am - 08:50am

Welcome from MC

Julia Banks
Julia Banks
Author, leadership consultant, keynote speaker, opinion writer, lawyer and former federal MP
08:50am - 08:55am

Welcome from Lawyers Weekly

08:55am - 09:00am

Welcome from Thomson Reuters

09:30am - 10:00am

The key to a high-performing team

The ability to manage the professional development and wellbeing of others in a high-pressure corporate environment is a skill that few would have learnt at law school or during their years in practice prior to becoming partners.

In this session, a business coach will discuss:

  • How to get the most out of your teams, including further developing skills and being mindful of burnout.
  • How to lead a permanently hybrid workplace, including smarter collaboration online and in person.
  • How to create new opportunities as well as protect against risks.
  • Connecting your team to the organisation’s purpose and how this connectivity has a domino effect on your team’s performance.
Ivan Cleary
Ivan Cleary
Head Coach,
Penrith Panthers
10:00am - 10:30am

Panel: Steps to make law firms more efficient and deliver unparalleled client experiences

In today’s highly competitive legal landscape, law firms constantly seek ways to optimise their operations and processes. As the complex nature of legal practice increases, embracing new strategies for efficiency can set a law firm apart.

For a law firm, wasted time translates directly into lost revenue and potential missed opportunities.

This session will dive into the steps and tips, ranging from simple to strategic, that lawyers and firms can inherit to boost their efficiency.

  • Timeboxing, the strategy of allocating specific blocks of time for a specific task to prevent the rabbit hole.
  • Investing in the latest technological advancements, including invoicing and payment systems, artificial intelligence (AI) for research and analytical data for predictive measures.
  • Reducing manual administrative duties to focus on core competencies, including client consultations, court appearances, case research, and strategic planning.
Zahn Nel
Zahn Nel
Regional Vice President of Sales, Australia and New Zealand ,
Actionstep
Brendan Smart
Brendan Smart
Country Manager,
InfoTrack
Miki Simonovski
Miki Simonovski
Founder and Director,
FeeSynergy
Julia Banks
Julia Banks
Author, leadership consultant, keynote speaker, opinion writer, lawyer and former federal MP
10:30am - 11:00am

Morning tea and networking

11:00am - 11:30am

How to make sure you’re the chosen external firm and winning contracts

Are you looking to expand your operations or gain closer working relationships with general counsel to increase your firm’s profitability?

This session will dive into exactly what general counsel are looking for from their external law firm providers and how sticking to a few simple criteria for a good working relationship with in-house lawyers will put you ahead of competitors.

  • Bill appropriately to the client and matter and consider alternative fee arrangements, including sharing arrangements, budget caps, contingency fees, success-based fees, or structures other than standard billing hours.
  • Provide practical and tailored advice on how something may impact their business, move away from generic marketing approaches and find the balance of understanding your potential client’s company’s challenges, issues and economics.
  • Be transparent with your communication to clients, including informing them about prevention and preparation as soon as you become aware of an issue in their business.
  • Focus on building solid partnerships and referral relationships over the need to be included in every legal ranking.
Elizabeth Briggs
Elizabeth Briggs
Director of Legal,
PayPal Australia
Catriona McGregor
Catriona McGregor
Chief Legal & Transformation Officer,
Domain
David Vallance
David Vallance
Legal Counsel and Legal Chapter Lead,
Telstra
Johanna O’Rourke
Johanna O’Rourke
Group General Counsel & Company Secretary,
ASX Limited
Julia Banks
Julia Banks
Author, leadership consultant, keynote speaker, opinion writer, lawyer and former federal MP
11:30am - 12:00pm

Mark Bouris is an Australian entrepreneur who has been innovating and challenging the business landscape with disruptive models that help leaders succeed.

From businesses large and small, to politics and sport, Mark pays forward his knowledge and experience, to help grow and nurture the next generation of Australian success stories.

Having built his reputation as a finance specialist taking on Australia’s banks, to now Executive Chairman of Yellow Brick Road, and his experience as former host of the Nine Network’s The Apprentice and Celebrity Apprentice, as well as The Mentor on the Seven Network, Mark’s unique models of leadership will bring a unique take on the legal sector.

Learn from Australia’s best business coach on how to build your practice into a successful business.

Mark Bouris
Mark Bouris
Executive Chairman,
Yellow Brick Road
12:00pm - 12:30pm

AI must-knows: Practical use cases, how to create value and why now is the time to get started.

As AI continues to revolutionise various industries, the legal sector is no exception. This session will explore the current proof points of AI technology within legal firms, highlighting practical applications and tangible benefits.

Our panellists will delve into future developments, offering insights into how AI will continue to transform the legal landscape and how you can leverage AI to enhance your firm’s efficiency, client service, and competitive edge now.

We will discuss:

  • Unearthing the value for you, why AI, why now?
  • Emerging AI technology and integration with other legal technologies
  • Training and upskilling legal professionals to work alongside AI

Our panellists will bring you case studies they have implemented into their organisation and provide you with concrete examples of how AI is currently being utlised successfully and how they enhanced the practical benefits of AI, including efficiency gains, cost savings, and improved client service.

By the end of this session, you will have a clear understanding of the current landscape of AI in the legal industry, practical insights into its applications, and a visionary outlook on its future trajectory. This knowledge will equip you to make informed decisions on adopting and integrating AI within their firms to stay ahead in a competitive market.

Tyrilly Csillag
Tyrilly Csillag
Director of Legal Transformation,
Thomson Reuters
Caryn Sandler
Caryn Sandler
Partner + Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer,
Gilbert + Tobin
Catherine Roberts
Catherine Roberts
Senior Director, AI & LegalTech,
Thomson Reuters
Kirk Rogers
Kirk Rogers
Chief Operating Officer,
Gilchrist Connell
12:30pm - 01:15pm

Lunch and networking

01:20pm - 01:50pm

Balancing the scales: Addressing partner burnout and navigating generational differences

This session explores the critical issue of burnout among legal partners and the broader implications for wellness management within law firms. It also delves into the generational differences between senior partners and emerging lawyers, focusing on attitudes, salary expectations, working arrangements, and their impact on employee relations.

This session will dive into:

  • Understanding the causes and symptoms of burnout among legal partners.
  • The strategies for managing wellness and preventing burnout in legal teams.
  • An examination into generational differences in the legal profession and their impact on firm culture.
  • A discussion around practical approaches to harmonise diverse expectations and enhance employee relations.

Be equipped with practical tools and strategies to foster a healthier, more cohesive work environment that bridges the gap between seasoned professionals and the new generation of lawyers.

Andrew Lacey
Andrew Lacey
Managing Principal,
McCabes
Richard Wood
Richard Wood
Managing Principal,
Gilchrist Connell
Jerome Doraisamy
Jerome Doraisamy
Editor,
Lawyers Weekly
01:50pm - 01:55pm

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01:55pm

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