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MLST members enjoy preferred pricing access to seminars, conferences, & workshops that provide in-depth insights into medico-legal issues & developments. https://mlst.ca/join-us #membership #community #medicolegal #skillsdevelopment

❓Will you be attending one of the upcoming IoP and Cilex talks? If so, which event will you be going to? Let us know in the comments!  If you'd like to attend, you can book your space here: https://theiop.org/events/ As the demand for #paralegals grows, these are talks that you don't want to miss. 💥 #whatsoninbristol #whatsonincardiff #whatsoninbirmingham

❓Will you be attending one of the upcoming IoP and Cilex talks? If so, which event will you be going to? Let us know in the comments!  If you'd like to attend, you can book your space here: https://theiop.org/events/ As the demand for #paralegals grows, these are talks that you don't want to miss. 💥 #whatsoninbristol #whatsonincardiff #whatsoninbirmingham

It’s validating to see how our Running Legal Like a Business 2023 conference resonated with so many people. Just today, I ran across another voice contributing to the conversation, published by Daniel Gold, Esq. the month after our inaugural conference in 2023. https://lnkd.in/g-zkXqSx   The conversation continues… Don’t miss LegalOps.com's Running Legal Like a Business 2024, with 3 days of curated programming, networking with leading experts, and legal technology demos. It’s hosted at the Fontainebleau, the most stunning new property on the Las Vegas Strip.   Register by June 5 to save $100: https://cvent.me/W8LnYE Stay tuned for updates on speakers, agenda, etc.: https://lnkd.in/dw7jpXwP   Running Legal Like a Business 2024 September 3–6 Fontainebleau Las Vegas   #RLLB2024 #LegalOperations #LegalLeadership #LegalTechnology

This year, LPM and its partners Access Legal, Accesspoint Legal, CTS, Lockton, PracticeEvolve, Tessaract.io and Xperate brought together more than 85 delegates from over 75 law firms to meet, mingle and explore fresh approaches to many of the existing and emerging challenges in the SME legal market. This supplement analyses the findings of our event polling, offers a glimpse into the day's panels and discussions, and includes expert commentary from our event partners. READ NOW: https://lnkd.in/eHKJXJrw #legalmarket #lawfirms

A Review of Various Notable ADA-Related Settlement Agreements and Conciliations by Federal Enforcement Agencies Wed, March 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm Pacific This session will review key facts, issues, and resolutions of notable settlement agreements and conciliations posted publicly by the Federal agencies that enforce the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related anti-discrimination laws. We will review notable cases to extract some of the less obvious policies or themes embedded in targeted enforcement efforts. Discussions will include exploration of possible reasons why civil rights offices target certain segments of our economy but not others. We will also isolate some key take-aways that should be duly noted by those of us who peruse these outcomes to provide technical assistance, advocate, or simply appreciate why a Federal agency ultimately takes court action against a particular business, government entity, a landlord, or even a solo legal or medical practice. This webinar aims to point out the importance of appreciating the stated and unstated themes behind these secondary examples of compliance and enforcement. While they may not be as important as actual court decisions, these Federal enforcement efforts represent the backbone of ADA compliance across the country. https://ow.ly/FkyY50QlYoY #ADA U.S. Department of Justice

Would you attend an all-day conference not knowing the agenda or who was attending. Many CEOs of large law firms did just that in Sydney! Why? Re-thinking the economics of legaltech conferences. The formula is clearly working, or is it? They're certainly well attended. I'm guessing, organiser locks in key sponsors to mitigate risk. Source keynote speakers and industry experts interested in establishing thought leadership credibility. Add additional sponsors and exhibitors. Market to attendees. If successful, rinse and repeat next year. Attendee registration and travel costs are more than met with new ideas, professional development and peer networking. Sponsors and exhibitors get a captive audience for a few days, brand exposure and also network with peers. What if you already knew many law firm partners and their preferred vendors? Could you create something special with what would essentially be a labour of love? Hats off to Alistair Marshall and David Gilroy for doing just that. Their recent Legal Sector Advisers & Suppliers Conference in Sydney was a massive success. The next one will be in the UK later this year. I suggest you reach out to David to learn more. Essentially, every supplier brought a guest and covered the cost of dinner for two. Macquarie Bank hosted us for the day and genuine friendships were formed. Using Chatham House rules, there was no selling. Instead, there was the free flowing of ideas and experiences. A rising tide lifts all boats. Thank you, Alistair and David, for the tremendous effort you put in to form this community. Speakers that generously shared insights included Matthew Bolle, Robyna May, Kathryn van Gelder, Katie Rosser, Cullen P. Haynes, Oli O'Gorman, Jason Elias, Garie Dooley. Feedback? Overwhelmingly positive. Why? Alistair and David personally selected who would be invited and I understand almost everyone accepted. A room full of open, curious experienced legal and tech professionals freely collaborating for the greater good. I'll add some of my key insights from the presentations in the comments.

A few weeks back I attended an awesome trial lawyers convention in Houston, and recognized some newer attorneys struggling to network. Attending a convention offers a fantastic opportunity to network, share ideas, and build connections. To make the most of these interactions, it's essential to employ techniques that keep the conversation flowing and engaging. For those who feel they struggle to interact others, here are a few effective strategies I use to network: 1. Start with Open-Ended Questions Open-ended questions invite detailed responses and help avoid yes/no answers. Instead of asking, "Do you like this convention?" try, "What has been your favorite part of the convention so far?" This encourages the other person to share more about their experiences and opinions. 2. Use Mirroring Mirroring involves subtly mimicking the other person's body language, tone, and vocabulary. This creates a sense of rapport and makes the other person feel understood and connected. If they cross their arms, you might do the same a moment later. If they use specific jargon, incorporate it into your responses. 3. Active Listening Show genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Nod, maintain eye contact, and give verbal affirmations like "I see" or "That's interesting." Paraphrase their points to demonstrate understanding, such as, "So, you're saying that the latest technology has really improved your workflow?" 4. Share Relevant Stories Relate to what the other person is talking about by sharing relevant anecdotes or experiences. This keeps the conversation balanced and interactive. However, ensure your stories are concise and directly related to the topic at hand. 5. Ask Follow-Up Questions Follow-up questions show that you are engaged and interested. If someone mentions a project they are excited about, ask for more details: "What inspired you to start this project?" or "What challenges have you faced so far?" 6. Use Positive Body Language Your body language speaks volumes. Smile, nod, and maintain an open posture to appear approachable and engaged. Avoid crossing your arms or looking around the room, as these can signal disinterest. 7. Know When to Exit Gracefully Not every conversation will be fruitful. If you need to move on, do so politely. Thank the person for their time and mention that it was great to meet them. You could say, "I’ve enjoyed our conversation. I hope we can connect again later during the convention." Conventions are an excellent venue for meaningful conversations and networking. By employing techniques like open-ended questions, mirroring, active listening, sharing relevant stories, asking follow-up questions, and using positive body language, you can keep conversations engaging and productive. #networking #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #success

Earlier this week, I attended the British Legal Tech Forum and it is time to report! 📝🙃 I arrived in the afternoon, so I spent most of my time networking in the hallways and only peeked at a couple of sessions. As usual, I will start with my favorite part: PEOPLE!! Conferences are great because they bring together very busy people in one place. It was an opportunity to reconnect with industry professionals like Salim B., Arani Yogadeva, Jo Owen, Caroline Hill and Amir Mehdi (just to name a few) Special shoutout to Sophie Baugh who was chairing for Thomson Reuters, and Arani Yogadeva, who always gives me brilliant advice and introduces me to great people. 💚 And of course, the biggest shoutout goes to Frances A. —the force behind BLTF— with whom I had the privilege to talk about the values behind her events and her vision. She is a strong, AUTHENTIC, empowering woman, and I am definitely grateful our paths have crossed! 👑 More importantly, who’s attending BLTF? I feel this is the can’t-miss event for law firms. It is mostly law firm leadership-focused. I believe most attendees were law firm executives and innovation teams. There were many vendor stands on the floor, so it was interesting to walk through and see how busy the legal tech space is getting. I think I am doing something wrong because I attend a LOT of conferences but don’t really take the goodies. I did manage to get a pocket-size notebook from Exterro and a sheep stress ball from Kutana+Brochet. (So cute 🐑) THE EXTRA SPARKLE ✨: - waffles stand 🧇 - Gin bar / bubbles and fresh drinks 🍸 - After party to network and dance the night away! 💃🏽 - Incredible keynote speakers to finish the day with the right energy - after Steven Bartlett this year was Louis Theroux. I am planning to release a “catalogue” carousel of legal tech events (with dates, prices, specialties, etc.) to avoid FOMO and help people plan their budget and time to attend events. Is this something of interest? What information would you like to see? #bltf24 #legaltech #networking #communitybuilding #lawyers

Quiz time! What do you know about LEI, the LEI member firms & LEI countries? Our NEXT GEN online community group is having an online quiz - join us What? Join us for the big online LEI quiz. You will be divided into groups along with your LEI colleagues and compete as a team. First, you can get to know your team in breakout rooms. After that, there will be three quiz rounds: the LEI knowledge round, the picture round, and the film round. The best playing team will receive a marvelous winner's certificate. The event will last about 1 hour. When? Thursday 18th of April at 4 pm BST / 11 am EDT / 5 pm CET. How? You will need to register to attend this event; the Zoom link and meeting ID will then be sent prior to the event. Register with your email address by the latest Wednesday 17th of April. Please forward this invite to other NextGen lawyers in your firm who you think would enjoy this event and are not yet on the distribution list. https://buff.ly/2wnteA7 #bettertogether #lawyer