This theme moves past vendor pitches to focus on real-world tech decisions. Through live demos, comparison frameworks, and interactive sessions, SME firms will learn how to make confident, practical choices. From budgeting and planning to integration and testing, expect honest insights into what works, what doesn’t, and why.
LEGAL GEEK GROWTH 2026
Thurs, 11 June 2026
Legal Geek Growth is the largest event in the UK for small and medium-sized law firms, organised in association with The Law Society of England and Wales.
If you are a regional, boutique, and/or independent law firm looking to understand how to embrace legal technology, this is the event for you.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Experience a day of inspiring talks, exclusive networking opportunities, and a welcoming community!
100 speakers
Sharing latest insights in legal tech and innovation
2000 attendees
Uniting forward-thinking law firms and tech providers
Networking
With the brightest minds in the legal industry
Tailored content
Full of practical, actionable takeaways
Community
No suits, no ties, just good vibes and great ideas
2026 SPEAKERS
Hear from law firm leaders, entrepreneurs, and tech innovators sharing real-world lessons and new ideas transforming the legal profession. Interested in speaking? Fill in the speaker application form
Robert Flint
Founder
Adviserly
Jane Clementson
Founder
Jane Clementson Limited
Henri Davy
Registered Nutritionist
Henri Davy Nutrition
Jo Healey
Journalist & Trauma Reporting Training Specialist
Trauma Work Ltd
Chris George
Partner and Head of Innovation
EMW
Alan Larkin
Director - Head of Innovation & Technology
Family Law Partners
Noo Jones
Business psychologist
Athena Professional
Oonagh O'Reilly
Co-Founder
MCO Performance
Marie-Claire McGreevy
Co-Founder
MCO Performance
Felix Riley
Business Strategist
Brilliant Thinking
Steve Salee
Founder and CEO
Wildfire Strategies
Fred Brown
Partner
Kindred Group
Christian Hunt
Founder
Human Risk
Charlie Clark
Founder
Minty Digital
Dina Hetherington
Director
DKH Legal Tech Consulting
Chris Bridges
Partner
Tacit Legal
Michelle Lawton
Executive Leadership Coach and Founder
Lawton Coaching
Noah Milton
Director of AI
Fletchers Solicitors
Kristinn Gylfason
CEO, GC and Chairman
Scaling Legal
Jacqui Patton
Managing Director
Floor Ten
WHAT OUR ATTENDEES SAY
Legal Geek Growth offers an excellent opportunity for growing practices to hear from experts in a range of technology systems
Ian JefferyCEO, The Law Society 
A very well organised and attended event. Great for networking and inspiring talks about personal and business development - so not just about the latest technology.
Tsigeroman BerhanuPartner, Keystone Law 
A refreshing style of conference for lawyers - relaxed environment, inspiring speakers and helpful insights
Helen DobsonLegal Director, Boyes Turner LLP 
Brilliant day at Legal Geek Growth- with some fantastic takeaways. Highly recommend all lawyers taking time out of their day to day to attend.
Kate DoodyDirector, GBH Law 
This is one of the best legal tech events to attend. It is relaxed, which allows more natural networking, it has a great buzz around the event and most of all it looks at current times and challenges.
Mike WorthHead of IT, Phillips Law 
Invaluable to anyone in the legal field who wants to expand their knowledge of legal technology - whether just starting out or already well advance on their journey.
Chris GeorgePartner and Head of Innovation, EMW 
2026 THEMES
Join TED-style talks, interactive roundtables, panels, Q&As, workshops, and lawtech showcases – all led by forty top legal experts across two stages. Get tickets
STRATEGIC TECH ADOPTION FOR SME LAW FIRMS
The legal tech market can be overwhelming, with too many options and mixed results. This theme offers practical guidance for SME law firms on making smart tech decisions – from evaluating tools on smaller budgets to integrating them effectively. Learn how to choose technology that fits your firm’s goals and client needs, with real insights from firms that have successfully adopted tech while keeping their personal touch.
PEOPLE, CULTURE & DIGITAL CONFIDENCE
Technology adoption is driven by people, not products. This theme explores the human side of change in law firms – from bridging generational gaps to building digital confidence and encouraging reluctant adopters. Gain practical advice on training, communication, and strategies that help teams see technology as an enabler of better legal work, not a threat to it.
OPERATIONAL OVERLOAD: REDUCING NOISE AND COMPLEXITY
Lawyers are often pulled away from practising law by admin tasks and complex operations. This theme explores how smart automation, streamlined workflows, and practical security tools can lighten that load, without needing a full IT team. The focus is on helping lean firms work more efficiently while maintaining the quality and compliance clients expect.
BUILDING THE RIGHT TECH STACK
PURPOSE, PASSION & THE FUTURE OF LAW
The best firms use technology to enhance what they love about the law. This theme shares stories of transformation that preserve client relationships, meaningful work, and satisfaction while making practice more sustainable. Through founder and firm journeys, we’ll explore purpose, growth, and building something meaningful, showing how innovation can strengthen, not replace, the human side of legal practice.
CONFERENCE VIBE
Awesome venue
A conference venue like no other, Woolwich Works was recently named London’s ‘best new culture spot’ by Time Out.
Arrive by boat
As well as getting the Elizabeth Line, you can get the Thames Clipper (Uber Boat) which stops just a 2-minute walk from the venue.
Street food
Your ticket includes snacks, street food lunch and drinks – because great food fuels great conversations! Four street food options on site.
Barista coffee
At last, quality coffee at a legal conference! Enjoy complimentary drinks and fuel up for the day!
WHY ATTEND
Legal Technology is changing the way lawyers work. It’s moving fast, and with so many providers out there it can be hard to know which tool is right for your law firm. Legal Geek Growth, in association with The Law Society, brings together 1500 regional, boutique and independent law firms with the latest LawTech so you can make informed decisions.
Real case studies: "I learned a lot of what to consider implementing and what not to worry about, in a relaxed atmosphere." Philip Warford, Director, Renaissance Legal
Actionable insights: "I left equipped with new ideas to implement in my practice. Highly recommend!" Teresa Fawcett-Mitchell, Practice Director, Lennons Solicitors
Beyond theory, into practice: "A great day...to explore technologies and hear from experts about how innovation makes massive, positive impacts." Nick Evans, Director, Evans Lamsley
Networking opportunities: "Excellent networking event to meet likeminded individuals that are trying to make a difference in the legal sector." Nimisha Patel, Head of Transformation, Charles Russell Speechlys
sessions
DEEP DIVES & CASE STUDIES
Real-life examples and deep dives into legal tech adoption. Discover how law firms are evolving – reimagining leadership and using LawTech
TED-STYLE TALKS & PANEL SESSIONS
Gain insights from tech and legal leaders, then dive deeper through interactive panels and Q&As to turn ideas into practical takeaways
WORKSHOPS & ROUNDTABLES
Hands-on workshops and round tables. Real-life case studies, actionable insights, and hard-earned lessons from implementing law tech
2026 TICKETS
What's included in my ticket?
- Conference pass
- Meet 1500 attendees
- 70 expert speakers
- Street food and coffee
- 30 innovative exhibitors
- Interactive workshops
- Expert-led roundtables
- Startup pitches
- Networking app
- Legal Geek afterparty
LAW FIRM TICKET
Law firms attend for free.Limited availability.
FREE*
Subject to approval process*
Subject to approval process*
REGULAR TICKET
Don't work in a law firm, e.g. tech providers, consultants etc, purchase a regular ticket. £750
Final tickets – selling fast!
Final tickets – selling fast!
What's included in my ticket?
- Conference pass
- Meet 2000 attendees
- 100 expert speakers
- Street food and coffee
- 50 innovative exhibitors
- Interactive workshops
- Expert-led roundtables
- Startup pitches
- Networking app
- Legal Geek afterparty
LAW FIRM TICKET
Law firms attend for free.Limited availability.
FREE*
Subject to approval process*
Subject to approval process*
SUPER EARLY BIRD
Don't work in a law firm, e.g. tech providers, consultants etc, purchase a regular ticket. £750
£ 350 TICKET FAQs
Of course. You will need to buy a general ticket
You must be directly employed by a law firm. All tickets must be registered using a valid law firm email address and are subject to an approval system. See our eligibility criteria.
Yes! Legal Geek Growth is free for both lawyers and barristers (or anyone working full-time in a Chambers) to attend. Simply register for your free ticket via link above. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to help!
Yes! You can purchase multiple tickets now and assign them to your team later.
If you need support, try our live chat on bottom right, or email [email protected] (yes, it’s .co)
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LOCATION
When:
Thursday 11 June 2026
Address:
Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 St, Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6HD
Thursday 11 June 2026
Address:
Woolwich Works, The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 St, Royal Arsenal, London, SE18 6HD
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Venue entrance
EVENT OVERVIEW
Legal Technology is changing the way lawyers work. It’s moving fast, and with so many providers out there it can be hard to know which tool is right for your law firm. Legal Geek Growth, in association with The Law Society, brings together 1500 regional, boutique and independent law firms with the latest LawTech so you can make informed decisions.
70
speakers
TED-Style
talks
Thought
leadership
Law tech
showcases
Panel
discussions
TED-STYLE TALKS & PANEL SESSIONS
Insights from tech and legal leaders, and delve a little deeper with interactive panels and Q&A
WORKSHOPS & ROUNDTABLES
Hands-on workshops and round tables. Real-life case studies, actionable insights, and hard-earned lessons from implementing law tech
DEEP DIVES & CASE STUDIES
Real-life examples and deep dives into legal tech adoption. Discover how law firms are evolving – reimagining leadership and using LawTech
WORKPLACE WELL-BEING
Management strategies and tools for law firms to support lawyers well-being, and create inclusive, forward-thinking workplaces
"The content, the speakers, the atmosphere – all was on point for those law firms exploring growth and engaged
to future proof."
Kirsty Pappin, Founder and Director, Aries LPM
"Legal Geek Growth is a non-negotiable in my calendar - they have broken the mould with their innovative approach to legal events."
Sally Holdway, Director, Teal Legal
"Legal Geek Growth offers an excellent opportunity for growing practices to hear from experts in a range of technology systems"
Ian Jeffery, CEO, The Law Society
ROUNDTABLES
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
How is AI suitable for small law firms
Glenn Rhea, Advanced
Taking the artificial out of AI
Steven Fahmy, Avail
Future-proofing legal practice: AI adoption in law firms
Craig Dade, LEAP
Dynamic DSARs: 5 practical ways to accelerate your response to DSARs, deliver a compliant result to the data subject and minimize the burden of fulfilling your obligations
Leon Major, Nebula
How do I future proof my law firm?
Mike Hinchliffe, Tessaract
Inside small law: real talk on growth, AI & what’s next
Kingsley Daniels, LexisNexis
Everything, everywhere, all at once? How fee-earners are navigating compliance, client expectations & growth in 2025
Arunn Ramadoss, Legl
Leveraging secure AI agents to transform legal workflows
Thomas Hallett, Airia
THE LAW SOCIETY STAGE
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Panel discussion: Automation, transformation and digitisation of AML processes
(Chair) Rick Kent, The Law Society
Amy Bell, Amy Bell Compliance
Victoria Hancox, Pinsent Masons
Helen Devine, Linklaters
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Panel discussion: Innovate & integrate: Navigating the latest technology
(Chair) Will Graves, The Law Society
Akber Datoo, D2 Legal Technology
Eimear McCann, TrialView
THE LAW SOCIETY STAGE
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Continuing your organisation’s digital accessibility journey
Chris Fawcett, Clifford Chance
Demi Rixon, Gateley
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Panel discussion: AI-powered growth: Accelerating business development and law firm success
(Chair) David Gilmore, DG Legal
Sharon Jenkins, CMS UK
Sarah Sargent, Lupton Fawcett LLP
Emma Egerton-Jones, Egerton Jones Legal Development
WORKSHOP ROOM 1
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
A culture for everyone
Rachael Ogden-Wilson
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Justice unlocked: Empowering small and mid-tier law firms with AI Adam Roney, Calls9 and Paddy Grant, University of Law
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
How to make an offer they can’t refuse
Tara Waters, TLW Consulting
WORKSHOP ROOM 1
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Beyond generations: Leading people, not labels
Sara Duxbury, Blooming Potential
2:00PM - 2:45PM
The human side of growth and innovation: What drives and challenges you?
Emma Martin and Fiona O’Mahony, The Law Society
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Recruitment and retention: Ready for the future of talent? Shaun Jones, Courageous Leaders
WORKSHOP ROOM 2
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Tech at the Bar: Capturing new opportunites for innovation Henry Fingerhut, Richard Parnham and Theo Smith, Bar Standards Board
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Cyber security rescue kit – How to better understand your risks and ask the right questions in order to get the right tools, training and perspective Dr Heather Anson, Anson Evaluate and Peter Wright, DigitalLawUK
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Building high performance innovative legal teams
Elizabeth Hyde, Hesper GRC
WORKSHOP ROOM 2
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
The art of law tech
Simon Farthing and Shona Kaye, Lanterna Consulting
2:00PM - 2:45PM
Brilliant thinking – how to think bigger in business (and in life) Felix Riley, Brilliant Thinking
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Seeing success with law firm digital marketing
Dan Hodges, Conscious Solutions
Stephanie Richardson, Clifton Ingram
Malcolm Underhill, Knights/IBB
Grant Sanders, Stephen Rimmer
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Welcome to the event
Jimmy Vestbirk, Legal Geek
The Law Society: Partners in technology adoption
Ian Jeffery, The Law Society
Coming soon
Jennifer Poon, NetDocuments
Why are parents 20x more likely to talk about winning the lottery than what might happen if they separate James Hayhurst, The Parents Promise
How to create a thriving workplace culture
Jodie Hill, Thrive Law
Strength through adversity
Darren Edwards, Record-breaking British Disabled Adventurer and Author
Join TED-style talks, interactive roundtables, panels, Q&As, workshops, and lawtech showcases – all led by seventy top legal experts across two stages. Please note this agenda is subject to change. Get tickets
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
The drafting dilemma: When to go AI, when to go automation
Catherine Bamford, BamLegal
2025 insights for law firm leaders: Overcoming legal AI infancy with intuitive automation
Oliver Tromp, Actionstep
Legal AI only for big law? Think again
Michael Grupp, Bryter
The AI advantage: How AI can supercharge your competitive edge Kirsten Maslen, Thomson Reuters
Exploring funding strategies for growth in the legal sector Praveena Ravishanker, HSBC
The AI journey for SME law firms
Steve King, The Law Society
The magic of connected software
Claire Worrall, Practice Evolve
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Panel discussion: Growing your tech-enabled firm
(Chair) Beth Fellner, Legal Geek
Nisha Morjaria, Talbots Law
Mel Kang, Mezzle
Alex McPherson, Ignition Law
Kush Birdi, Birdi & Co Solicitors
3.00 PM - 4:00 PM
Apathy or empathy?
Joanna Kingston-Davies, The MAPD Group
From burnout to breakthrough: Rethinking the legal tech stack Colin Bohanna, Dye & Durham
Navigating the future: Key legal trends for mid-sized firms Sarah Murphy, Clio
What small firms need to innovate
Chris Handford, SRA
Finding the regulation and innovation sweet spot
Nick Denys and Janis Wong, The Law Society
Five ways Generative AI has changed the workplace forever Tom Cantle, CLA
Storytelling: Why it’s more important than ever for you and your business Tim Dorsett, Storytelling, Presentation, Culture and Communications Coach
