The LegalTech in Leeds Conference 2025 is back and bigger than ever! Join us on Thursday, 24th April 2025, at Cloth Hall Court—a centrally located and easily accessible venue in the heart of Leeds—for the UK’s largest LegalTech event outside London.
This year’s theme, “People & Technology,” explores the critical role of individuals and innovation in driving the adoption of LegalTech and reshaping the legal sector.
What’s New for 2025?
Based on valuable feedback from our 2024 attendees, this year’s event offers:
- Extended Networking Opportunities: More time to connect with peers and industry leaders.
- Expert-Led Breakout Sessions: Covering key topics like AI, Women in LegalTech, SME law firms, in-house legal, digital assets, property and conveyancing, mental health and wellbeing, and much more.
- A new, centrally located venue at Cloth Hall Court, made possible by our valued sponsorship with the University of Leeds.
What to Expect
- Keynote Speakers and Panels: Insights from industry leaders on AI, training, diversity, and the future of LegalTech.
- Expert-Led Breakout Sessions: Deep dives into today’s most pressing LegalTech topics.
- Networking Opportunities: Meet over 250 professionals from the legal and tech sectors.
- Exhibition Opportunities: Explore live demos of cutting-edge LegalTech solutions.
A Dynamic Line-up of Industry Experts
This year’s agenda features an impressive array of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and expert-led breakout sessions. Thought leaders from across law firms, in-house legal teams, LegalTech providers, academia, and professional education will share their expertise on AI adoption, legal education, and the future of legal services.
Agenda
08:30 – 10:00 – Arrival and Networking Breakfast
10:00 – 10:05 – Welcomes:
- Chloe Thompson, Consultant, Whitecap Consultant/LegalTech in Leeds
- Julian Wells, Director, Whitecap Consulting/LegalTech in Leeds
10:05 – 10:15 – Opening Address:
- Nigel Brook, President, Leeds Law Society & Legal Director, Tyr
10:15 – 10:45 – The State of LegalTech in the UK: Trends, Challenges & Opportunities:
- Craig James Ashton-Chalmers, Global Product Owner, Linklaters
- Rob Hanlon, Senior Sales Manager – EMEA, Clio
- Madi Robinson, Controller of Corporate Legal & Governance, Channel4
- Alistair Maiden, Senior Vice President, Consilio
- Chloe Thompson, Consultant, Whitecap Consulting/LegalTech in Leeds (Chair)
10:55 – 11:10 – KEYNOTE
- Virág Blazsek, Deputy Director of the Centre for Business Law and Practice, University of Leeds
11:10 - 11:20 – KEYNOTE
- Mandy Ridyard, Mayor’s Business Advisor, West Yorkshire Combined Authority
11:10 – 11:40 – The Regional Landscape: Showcasing LegalTech Clusters:
- Clare Streets, Founder, Post & Codes & Non-Executive Director, Tech WM
- Rachel Kenyon, Business Engagement Manager, University of Manchester - Manchester Law & Technology Initiative
- Chris Bull, Principal & ExCo Member, Edge International & Chair, Bristol+BathLegalTech
- Julian Wells, Director, Whitecap Consulting & LegalTech in Leeds
- Beth Fellner, Director, LegalGeek & LawtechUK (Chair)
11:40 – 12:25 – Shaping the Future Through LegalTech Innovation: Partner Presentations:
- Video Intro & Presentation Facilitator from Katrina Jones, Associate Director – Commercial, Bruntwood SciTech
- Angela Hesketh, Head of Market Development, PEXA
- Laura Pilkington, Innovation Lead, Walker Morris & TBC, Curvestone AI
- Patrick Grant, Associate Professor in AI and Tech, The University of Law & Adam Roney, Founder and CEO, Calls9
12:25 – 13:00 LegalTech & Education: Preparing the Lawyers of Tomorrow:
- Patrick Grant, Associate Professor in AI and Tech, The University of Law
- Dr Steven Montagu-Cairns, Associate Professor in Banking & Corporate Law, The University of Leeds
- Dr Jessica Guth, Head of Law, Leeds Trinity University
- Nnenna Ifeanyi-Ajufo, Professor of Law and Technology, Leeds Beckett University
13:00 – 14:30 – Lunch, Networking, and Ideas Exchange: Breakout Sessions (breakouts running 13:45-14:15):
- 1-1 Sessions - Bianca Spruit, Management and Leadership Coach, Sprout Coaching (booking required – limited spaces, first come, first serve)
- Building Business Resilience: Data Literacy and Skills Evolution in the Legal Sector – Clare Grant, Commercial Director, BPP & Thea Lee, Customer Solutions Director, BPP
- Leveraging AI in SME Law Firms: Opportunities, Challenges and Practical Applications - Keith Bermingham, Senior Account Executive EMEA, Clio & Supported by Danat Valizade, Professor of Quantitative Employment Research, University of Leeds
- Innovating In-House: How LegalTech is Transforming Corporate Legal Teams – Allan Smith, Founder, The Mint Consultancy & Madi Robinson, Controller of Corporate Legal & Governance, Channel4
- The Future of Conveyancing: How Technology is Reshaping Property Transactions – Angela Hesketh, Head of Market Development, PEXA & supported by Eric Tom Mathews, KTP Associate - Machine Learning Engineer, University of Leeds
14:30 – 14:40 – KEYNOTE
14:40 – 15:40 – Pioneering Change: A LegalTech Innovation Showcase facilitated by Bradley Collins, Co-Founder & CEO, LegalTechTalk
- TIPS accelerator (Oxford Brooks)
15:40 – 16:00 – Building a LegalTech Unicorn: Clio’s Story
- Rob Hanlon, Senior Sales Manager – EMEA, Clio
- Chloe Thompson, Consultant, Whitecap Consulting/LegalTech in Leeds
16:00 – 17:30 – LegalTech Unwind: Post-Conference Drinks & Networking
17:30 – Event close
Sponsorship Opportunities
The conference is made possible by our amazing sponsors and partners. We’re proud to offer sponsorship opportunities for this year’s event. As a sponsor, you’ll connect with a targeted audience, gain increased visibility, and align your brand with the forefront of innovation in LegalTech.
For more information, contact us at leedslegaltech@whitecapconsulting.co.uk, and we’ll send you a sponsorship pack.
Don’t miss out, join us for a day of insights, innovation, and connection at the LegalTech in Leeds Conference 2025.
