Passwordless Future: Securing Legal Ops Beyond Passwords
2026-03-05 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, 1701 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19103-2921, United States
Curious how law firms are increasing security by eliminating passwords?
Explore the transition to passwordless authentication in law firms and learn why Microsoft and leading technology partners are driving this shift to reduce risk and improve user experience.
In this interactive session, CIO Marcus Bluestein and Senior Account Executive Stacy Jenkins will lead ALA members through the security benefits, Microsoft 365 integration experience, and increased efficiency of a passwordless environment.
Actionable Intelligence:

Existing challenges driving firms to eliminate passwords
What is passwordless authentication?
The security and financial benefits of eliminating passwords

Featured Expert:
Marcus Bluestein, Chief Information Officer, Kraft Kennedy
Marcus Bluestein is known for turning the fast pace of emerging technology into clear, digestible guidance for strategic leaders and engineers. A true upstream problem solver, he pinpoints root issues early and designs pragmatic, durable solutions. Marcus has been leading technology Innovation at Kraft Kennedy since 1992 after earning a B.S. in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics from Hobart College.

Location:
Morgan Lewis
2222 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
or
Virtual
via Zoom

Register here
SHRM: 1 PDC Credit

Annual Luncheon, BP Expo, & Happy Hour
2026-03-06 11:00 - 18:00
ALA Central Florida Annual Luncheon, BP Expo, & Happy Hour
Martin Leyendecker, John DiLullo, and the ALA Central Florida community will gather for an afternoon luncheon and Business Partner Expo, followed by an evening happy hour.
Register: here
When: Friday, March 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Where: Marriott Orlando Downtown
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ALA Annual Conference 2026
2026-04-12 - 2026-04-15 | Gaylord National Harbor, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
Association of Legal Administrators will shine at the ALA Annual Conference & Expo 2026! Held every spring, this marquee event is where 1,000+ legal management professionals and business partners convene for three days of professional development, networking and fun. You’ll leave inspired and ready to take on the challenges back at your legal organization.
Location: Music City Center, National Harbor, MD
Dates: Sunday, April 12 – Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Conference Agenda: session listings and will be shared closer to the date.
Kraft Kennedy Booth: 151
Details:
The Association of Legal Administrators Annual Conference & Expo 2026
Sunday, 4/12/26- Wednesday, 4/15/2026
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
National Harbor, MD
Featured Local Support Effort:
Strings of Hope
About The Association of Legal Administrators
ALA members are critical to the success of their legal organizations.
Since 1971, ALA has strived to give those responsible for vital roles within law firms the support they need through education, networking and a community hub where they come to work out challenges and innovate together. From human resources and operations to strategy and finances, ALA members keep the business side of law firms running.
Plan ahead with our team to select the ALA Annual Conference 2026 sessions and events that align with your goals for learning and fun at the conference.
