SUNDAY

6:00 – 8:00 PM

Opening Reception

MONDAY

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Breakfast

MONDAY

9:00 – 10:00 AM

KEYNOTE: Navigating the Digital Frontier: Unveiling the Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity

Embark on a captivating exploration of the convergence between artificial intelligence and cybersecurity with Tarah Wheeler, a distinguished expert uniquely positioned at the intersection of these two dynamic fields. With a wealth of experience on the frontlines of information security and recognized as a thought leader in the industry, Tarah Wheeler offers invaluable insights into the transformative impact of AI on digital security. Delving into the symbiotic relationship between AI and cyber threats, this talk unravels the nuanced ways in which advanced technologies reshape the threat landscape. Tarah Wheeler not only illuminates the challenges posed by AI-driven cyber threats but also provides a strategic roadmap for organizations, empowering them to harness the power of artificial intelligence as a formidable ally in the ongoing battle for digital resilience. Join Tarah Wheeler in this enlightening discussion, navigating the digital frontier, uncovering the untold stories of AI's impact on cybersecurity, and empowering organizations to stay ahead in this ever-evolving technological landscape.

MONDAY

10:05 AM – 12:05 PM

AI Builders Workshop: From Prompts to Solutions

Rather than talk about AI apps, let's build them! Nothing demystifies the fast-moving AI landscape like hands-on experimentation. In this collaborative workshop, you'll learn by doing in a fun, easy-to-use genAI test kitchen. With your laptop ready, you'll progress through three practical phases with a balance of guidance and experimentation. You'll craft effective prompts for real business challenges, compare how different AI models respond to your inputs, and construct a working AI solution you can immediately apply in your daily work. No coding or programming knowledge required!

The workshop provides a collaborative space where experimentation is encouraged and questions are welcomed. We've designed exercises with clear starting points that work for both newcomers and experienced users while allowing for creative exploration. The platform handles all technical complexity, letting you focus on strategy and creativity. Interactive polls throughout the session will highlight diverse approaches and spark new ideas. You'll leave with practical experience, working examples you've built yourself, and templates you can continue to modify after the conference. Bring your laptop and your curiosity – we'll provide everything else you need to become confident in building AI solutions through direct practice.

Navigating the GenAI Maze: Security, Compliance, and Ethical Considerations for Legal Professionals

Generative AI offers immense potential, but it also introduces complex security, privacy, and ethical challenges. This workshop explores the critical aspects of information governance, data protection, and risk management in the context of Gen AI. We'll address issues like bias, hallucination, and confidentiality, providing practical strategies for ensuring responsible and secure Gen AI implementation within your legal organization.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the critical security and privacy risks associated with Gen AI in the legal sector.
• Learn how to develop and implement effective information governance policies for Gen AI.
• Identify and mitigate potential ethical concerns, including bias and hallucination.
• Gain practical strategies for maintaining client confidentiality when using GenAI.
• Acquire insights into regulatory compliance and best practices for responsible Gen AI adoption.

MONDAY

10:50 – 11:20 AM

Coffee Break

MONDAY

12:15 – 1:10 PM

Lunch

MONDAY

1:10 – 2:00 PM

AI Made Practical: Enhancing Existing Tools and Driving Firm Adoption

As AI becomes a strategic imperative, law firms are increasingly looking to integrate it into the tools they already use rather than overhauling their tech stack. This session will explore how firms can leverage AI to enhance the software they already rely on, identify high-impact use cases, and meet the practical needs of their teams. Learn how to evaluate AI solutions based on real-world problems, drive internal adoption by aligning with user workflows, and measure the ROI of AI initiatives. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to make AI an accessible, impactful part of their firm's evolution.

The Kill Chain Reimagined: Starting with the Attacker's Endgame

Traditional security models often fail to address the ultimate goal of cyber attackers—data access and destruction. This session offers a fresh perspective on the cybersecurity kill chain, starting from the endgame. Attendees will learn how to design defenses that anticipate an attacker's final objective, focusing on strategies to protect data, secure immutable backups, and mitigate breach impact.

MONDAY

2:10 – 3:10 PM

Extending Copilot Beyond M365 Data Sources

As organizations increasingly rely on diverse data sources, the ability to extend AI capabilities beyond traditional boundaries becomes crucial.

This session will explore how to leverage Microsoft Copilot's powerful AI functionalities within the product and also including data sources outside the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Join us to discover innovative strategies and practical solutions for optimizing Copilot across your organization. Key topics covered in this session include:

• Integration Techniques
• Use Cases and Applications
• Data Security and Compliance
• Future Trends and Innovations

The Dark Web - what is it, how is it navigated

In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into the often-misunderstood world of the Dark Web, exploring its structure, how it operates, and what kinds of illicit marketplaces, forums, and activities thrive there. We’ll also examine the tools and platforms threat actors use to communicate and coordinate, including the Dark Web itself, Telegram, Signal, and other encrypted messaging services. Attendees will gain a deep understanding of the Dark Web’s role in cybercrime, how it impacts organizations, and the signs that sensitive data may be circulating within this hidden realm. Perfect for cybersecurity professionals seeking insights into the tools and techniques of today’s digital underground.

MONDAY

3:10 – 3:40 PM

Coffee Break

MONDAY

3:40 – 4:40 PM

Prompt Engineering - Advanced Techniques and Training Strategies in Legal

Dive deeper into advanced prompt engineering practices and discover strategies for training legal professionals to harness the power of generative AI effectively. Through live demonstrations and case studies from member law firms, attendees will gain insights into context-setting, iterative querying, and educating legal teams to use AI tools for maximum efficiency.

Key Topics:

• Advanced Context-Setting: Demonstrating the importance of specifying user roles, goals, and detailed scenarios to improve outputs.
• Live Examples with Legal Tech Tools: Showcasing practical use cases with major legal tech platforms (potential examples being iManage, Thomson Reuters, Litera, LexisNexis, NetDocuments or other ILTA business partners)
• Training Legal Professionals: Frameworks for equipping attorneys and paralegals to use AI effectively, including ethical considerations.
• Bias Detection and Correction: Advanced techniques for identifying and mitigating biases or legal inaccuracies in AI outputs.
• Legal-Specific AI Integrations: Leveraging embedded AI capabilities in tools like Office 365 and understanding their impact on workflows.

Takeaways:

• Advanced skills for tailoring prompts to specific legal scenarios and AI tools.
• Strategies for building a culture of AI literacy among legal teams.
• Understanding the iterative nature of AI interactions to achieve precise and actionable results.

Al, cybersecurity risk & regulation: new triad shaping data governance

Data governance will re-emerge as a critical business priority, shaping the future of risk management for firms around the globe. Re-assessing vulnerabilities and developing robust data governance strategies will move to the forefront. 

The need for and importance of this is already evidenced in the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 (CSF 2.0), the EU AI act, the EU"s DORA, and others which place newfound emphasis on governance and risk management. The race to adopt generative AI technologies adds another layer of complexity to the data governance challenge. Firms need to implement governance frameworks that are robust, transparent, forward-looking, and aligned with their cybersecurity risk posture and legal ethical obligations.

MONDAY

4:45 – 5:45 PM

Prompt Engineering for Legal: Mastering Prompt Engineering Fundamentals

Explore the foundational concepts and strategies of prompt engineering tailored to the legal industry. This will include war stories and success stories from our law firm membership. This session will introduce attendees to key principles, tools, and methods to maximize the utility of generative AI for legal professionals. Attendees will learn how to craft effective prompts to enhance productivity, ensure confidentiality, and deliver more accurate and reliable AI outputs.

Key Topics:

• Understanding Legal-Specific LLMs: Overview of platforms like Harvey, Casetext, and Thomson Reuters AI tools.
• Prompt Engineering Tactics: Techniques for framing effective prompts depending on the LLM type (public-facing, industry-specific, or embedded AI like Office 365 Copilot).
• Privacy and Confidentiality: Strategies for ensuring secure queries in legal environments, including prompt anonymization.
• Identifying and Mitigating Bias and Hallucination: Practical methods to detect and reduce inaccuracies or prejudices in AI-generated outputs.
• Iterative Prompting Techniques: How iterative querying can refine results to meet specific legal needs.

Takeaways:

• A clear understanding of the types of prompts that yield high-value results in legal applications.
• Best practices for safeguarding privacy and maintaining data integrity during AI interactions.
• Tools and methods for reducing AI bias and hallucination in legal contexts.

Vendor Management Cybersecurity - Identifying the risks in the supply chain

This session focuses on the critical importance of securing your supply chain by identifying and managing cybersecurity risks associated with vendors. We’ll cover the most common vulnerabilities within vendor relationships, assess the potential impact of third-party breaches, and discuss proven strategies to enhance vendor security. Attendees will learn about best practices for assessing vendor risks, implementing security standards, and building a resilient vendor management program to safeguard their organization’s data and reputation in an interconnected world.

MONDAY

6:00 – 9:00 PM

Cornhole

Join us for games on the beach!

TUESDAY

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Breakfast

TUESDAY

9:05 – 11:05 AM

AI in Legal Practice: Insights, Strategies, and Practical Applications

This workshop provides an engaging exploration of AI's role in transforming the legal industry, focusing on its application to core client service functions. Participants will learn about the unique capabilities of Legal LLMs, how they differ from traditional AI models, and their potential for enhancing legal workflows. Success stories and lessons learned from member law firms will be shared, highlighting practical strategies and common pitfalls. The workshop will also examine AI embedded in popular legal tech platforms, offering use cases, best practices, and insights into financial return on investment and cost/benefit analysis. Hands-on prompting sessions and case studies will equip attendees with actionable ideas and real-world skills to bring meaningful AI-driven innovation back to their organizations.

Microsoft / Purview Information Governance Workshop

Microsoft Purview is a comprehensive suite of tools designed to provide data governance, compliance, and risk management capabilities for organizations. It helps organizations manage their data estate, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and protect sensitive information. The session will cover salient elements of the product for law firms and the legal industry.

TUESDAY

9:50 – 10:20 AM

Coffee Break

TUESDAY

11:15 AM – 12:05 PM

A Look At AI Solutions Within Major Legal Vendors

There is a 'new arms race' between the legal world’s major legal tech vendors, and it’s in the form of Generative AI.

Market leaders in legaltech are introducing a range of solutions that leverage AI. The challenge for many attorneys is how to best use, verifying, the new features and legal work product generated within these trusted tools.

How can law firms best utilize and validate the work product of Generative AI solutions from major legal tech companies? What components or use cases can be leveraged first as best practice use cases, so law firms can experience the benefit that AI promises to provide.

This strategic session is for all ILTAns who want to weigh their options, who want to help lead their firm into the next great chapter of legaltech

Rome wasn't built in a day - the building blocks to information governance

As more and more law firms transition to electronic and cloud-based document management and are exploring AI strategies, it’s emerging that alarmingly few are handing electronic data minimization systematically or well, despite the inherent cost, compliance and data security risks.

But, it can be difficult to know where to start when first considering an information governance strategy. The scale and breadth of the challenge, as well as the fast-moving pace of technological change can mean that it is a project that is often kicked further and further down the road. In doing so, the problem and indeed the mountain of data just gets bigger and bigger over time.

This session will discuss the benefits realized when firms proactively engage with a data minimization strategy:

• Data integrity and truth in an AI World
• Compliance and cyber risk mitigation
• Streamlined and secure matter mobility processes

Further discussion would include the challenges that law firms face in scoping and deploying an effective information governance framework and will explore the reasons why this task can feel overwhelming and complex, as well as practical strategies for simplifying the process; including policies and procedures, technology solutions, and training and awareness programs. The importance of involving key stakeholders throughout the organization and developing a clear plan for implementation and ongoing review should also be addressed.

TUESDAY

12:05 – 1:00 PM

Lunch

TUESDAY

1:00 – 1:50 PM

Agentic AI - How this emerging area may impact the legal profession

Agentic AI refers to artificial intelligence systems with a degree of autonomy, enabling them to make decisions and adapt based on objectives set by humans. In the legal field, it can streamline tasks like case strategy by analyzing precedents, assist in negotiations by predicting outcomes, and automate client interaction with conversational AI. By providing dynamic and context-aware insights, agentic AI empowers legal professionals to focus on higher-order strategic tasks while improving efficiency and accuracy. This session will examine these opportunities and potential or actual use cases within ILTA member firms.

Not Just A Pretty Face; Applying Facial Recognition to Protect Legal Data

As cyber threats continue to grow, protecting sensitive legal data requires innovative security approaches beyond traditional measures. Facial recognition, once a futuristic concept, is now a powerful tool in cybersecurity, offering both access control and robust protection for digital assets. However, as with any technology, there are unique challenges, privacy and ethics considerations that law firms and legal department must navigate to implement it responsibly.

In this session, we’ll explore the application of facial recognition as a defense mechanism to secure legal data assets, especially in environments handling sensitive client information. Attendees will learn about the current capabilities of facial recognition for authenticating personnel, controlling physical and digital access, and mitigating risks related to unauthorized access. We’ll also discuss data privacy concerns, the legal implications of biometric data use, and practical ways to manage these issues.

Key takeaways will include:

• Understanding how facial recognition can enhance security for legal data.
• Examining the ethical and regulatory landscape around biometric data use.
• Implementing practical steps for deploying facial recognition while maintaining compliance and trust.

TUESDAY

1:55 – 2:45 PM

How to Collaborate When Using GenAI

This presentation will cover best practices for collaboration when using GenAI for legal writing to ensure teams can verify and trust each other’s writing. GenAI introduces new risks when it comes to trusting other attorneys’ work — even when those attorneys are your colleagues. This session will give attorneys practical tips for collaborating when using GenAI tools. It will give legal teams best practices for building trust in their writing, both within the team and with external stakeholders.

Cloud Security Challenges - challenges of a cloud first posture.

As organizations adopt a cloud-first strategy, they face unique security challenges that require a fresh approach to safeguard data and systems. This session will cover the top risks associated with cloud adoption, including data privacy concerns, shared responsibility ambiguities, compliance complexities, and the potential for misconfigurations. We’ll explore best practices for securing cloud environments, managing access controls, and ensuring visibility and governance across multiple cloud platforms

TUESDAY

2:45 – 3:15 PM

Coffee Break

TUESDAY

3:20 – 4:10 PM

ISO 42001 Standard For Artificial Intelligence

ISO Standard 42001 refers to the international standard for "Artificial Intelligence Management Systems," which provides a framework for organizations to establish, implement, and maintain a system for managing their AI development and deployment in a responsible and trustworthy manner, emphasizing ethical considerations and risk mitigation throughout the AI lifecycle. This session will explore what law firms need to consider from a management and standards perspective relating to AI.

Unencrypted Texting: A New Cybersecurity Threat to Law Firms

This informative session will delve into the critical cybersecurity risks associated with unencrypted text messaging for law firms. Attorneys have an ethical and legal obligation to protect client confidentiality . However, standard SMS and even some RCS messages lack end-to-end encryption, leaving sensitive client information vulnerable to interception and unauthorized access.

In this session, attendees will:

• Understand the vulnerability: Learn how unencrypted text messages can be intercepted through various methods, including SIM swapping, man-in-the-middle attacks, and exploitation of SS7 vulnerabilities.
• Explore real-world implications: Examine recent cyber espionage campaigns, like "Salt Typhoon," that highlight the severe consequences of unencrypted communication for law firms and their clients.
• Learn practical mitigation strategies: Discover best practices for secure communication, including utilizing end-to-end encrypted messaging apps, implementing strong password policies, and enabling two-factor authentication.
• Address ethical and legal considerations: Discuss the implications of unencrypted texting in the context of attorney-client privilege and legal compliance.
• Engage in interactive Q&A: Have the opportunity to ask questions and receive expert guidance on safeguarding client data and mitigating cybersecurity risks in today's digital landscape.

TUESDAY

4:15 – 5:05 PM

From Theory to Practice: Implementing the ABA's Gen AI Guidelines

n July, 2024, the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility released Formal Opinion 512—its first formal opinion covering the growing use of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) in the practice of law, pointing out that model rules related to competency, informed consent, confidentiality and fees principally apply. As the Formal Opinion concludes, “With the ever-evolving use of technology by lawyers and courts, lawyers must be vigilant in complying with the Rules of Professional Conduct to ensure that lawyers are adhering to their ethical responsibilities and that clients are protected.”

This session will explore key guidance provided through the ABA Committee’s Formal Opinion 512, and offer practical strategies for incorporating the ABA guidelines into how lawyers and other legal professionals utilize GAI in the delivery of client services.

The Cybersecurity Evolution: Legal Risks and Best Practices for Law Firms

In today’s rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, law firms face unprecedented risks due to the sensitive nature of the data they manage. This presentation delves into the latest cybersecurity trends, legal risks, and regulatory obligations affecting the legal industry. Attendees will gain insights into common vulnerabilities, the legal and ethical responsibilities of safeguarding client information, and the critical role leadership plays in fostering a culture of security. The session will also explore best practices for mitigating cyber risks, from employee training and vendor management to the development of robust incident response plans. Additionally, we’ll discuss the importance of cyber insurance and how they complement proactive measures to protect law firms from reputational and financial harm.

Designed for lawyers and law firms, this presentation provides actionable strategies to stay ahead of emerging threats, ensure compliance while maintaining client trust and ultimately being more efficient as a practice.

TUESDAY

6:30 – 9:00 PM

ILTA Awards Banquet

Peer Awards, Young Professionals, and Influential Women in Tech

WEDNESDAY

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Women in Security & AI Breakfast

WEDNESDAY

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Breakfast

WEDNESDAY

9:00 – 9:50 AM

How AI Is Changing Legal Financial Processes —and What You Can Do About It

Advancements in Generative AI are transforming how in-house counsel evaluate legal expenses, providing new insights into line-item costs, both within and across law firms. For example, these capabilities enable corporate legal teams to establish more accurate benchmarks, refine expectations for various types of legal work, and determine reasonable costs. Furthermore, in-house counsel are updating billing guidelines to extract actionable information from invoices, ensuring greater transparency and accountability.

The same is true within law firms, advanced tools now assist with time entry, analysis of financial data such as revenue and profitability and empower advanced financial analytics.

This session will explore how AI-driven insights are reshaping traditional dynamics and financial practices in the legal marketplace. It will also provide actionable strategies for law firms and corporate law departments to adopt AI techniques to optimize pricing and financial analytical functions.

Securing Al in Law Firms: Architecting Safe and Compliant Deployments

In the rapidly evolving legal landscape, ensuring a secure AI deployment is paramount for safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining client trust. This session provides a comprehensive guide for legal technology professionals on how to effectively architect AI solutions tailored to the unique needs of law firms.

Explore key considerations such as choosing between public and private AI models, implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and redaction techniques, and ensuring robust observability and audit capabilities. Learn how to protect client information through secure AI agents and end-user interfaces and best practices for maintaining data privacy and regulatory compliance.

With expert insights and real-world examples, this session empowers you to deploy AI confidently, ensuring your firm leverages cutting-edge technology while safeguarding its reputation and client relationships.

WEDNESDAY

10:00 – 10:50 AM

Revolutionizing Legal Practice: Harnessing Generative AI for Law Firms

Are you tired of talking about generative AI in the abstract? If so, this session is for you.

Join this discussion with law firm representatives who are, today, actually using generative AI solutions for e-discovery on real matters. They will share how they got internal and external buy-in on the technology approaches, the types of matters and use cases involved, the ROI, and lessons learned from the practice use cases.

Annual Information Security Report

This session would include a synthesis of actual incident response cases encountered from 2024-2025, and would cover the current tactics hackers are using and how the market has been evolving and what companies should do and be aware of.

WEDNESDAY

10:50 – 11:20 AM

Coffee Break

WEDNESDAY

11:20 AM – 12:10 PM

Information Architecture – The Bedrock of AI Success in 2025

As organizations strive to maximize their AI investments, the role of Information Architecture (IA) will become more critical than ever. In 2025, firms will recognize that AI is only as good as the foundation it rests on. IA provides the structure, organization, and accessibility of data that powers AI-driven insights.

Without robust IA, AI solutions falter under the weight of incomplete or poorly organized data. Key strategies will include metadata optimization, establishing clear data taxonomies, and ensuring seamless integration across systems. By prioritizing IA, firms can unlock the full potential of AI while maintaining control, compliance, and efficiency in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Don't put all your eggs in MFA - 10 ways to defeat multifactor auth

Multifactor authentication (MFA) is often seen as a cybersecurity silver bullet, but threat actors continue to find ways around it. This session will uncover the top 10 methods used to bypass MFA protections, from social engineering and SIM swapping to advanced phishing attacks and session hijacking. Participants will gain a realistic view of MFA's limitations, learn how attackers exploit weaknesses, and explore layered security strategies to fortify defenses beyond MFA alone. Ideal for those looking to strengthen their security posture by understanding both the benefits and vulnerabilities of MFA.

WEDNESDAY

12:15 – 1:15 PM

Roundtable Takeaways

WEDNESDAY

1:30 – 2:30 PM

Boxed Lunch