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ILTA 2025 Atlanta Social
2025-06-04 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
ILTA 2025 Atlanta Social
Caesar Rodriguez and Stacy Jenkins will gather with fellow ILTA members and legal tech professionals in the Atlanta community for a lively evening of networking, conversation, and cocktails.
When: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: The Vine Club
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ALA Chicago White Sox Networking Event
2025-06-04 17:10 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Chicago White Sox Networking Event
Sara Zezza and Beth Anne Stuebe will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Chicago friends for a Networking Event in a White Sox Mega-Suite.
When: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 | 5:10 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: Guaranteed Rate Field
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Copilot: Superpower or Kryptonite? Atlanta Lunch & Learn
2025-06-05 11:45 - 13:15 (America/New_York) | parker poe, 1075 Peachtree Street Northeast, Atlanta, GA, 30309
Copilot: Superpower or Kryptonite? Be an AI Hero.
The Kraft Kennedy and Savvy Training teams present a powerful discussion on the tool that everyone is talking about, but very few understand.
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This luncheon discussion will cover:

How your operations team can maximize technology transformations and be a force for positive change.
How to apply AI in your role and others.
Tactical tips to organizational adoption strategies, attendees will leave supercharged to navigate this period of rapid technological change

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When: Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 11:45 AM – 1:30 PM
Where: Parker Poe Atlanta
Who should attend?
Law Firm operations, management, IT Leadership, Finance and beyond are encouraged to register for this session. Co-attendance has made for a nice mix of opinions, perspectives and value!
What’s Next?
The Kraft Kennedy team will at ILTA Atlanta Social later that evening.
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ALA Dallas Bowling BP & Member Social
2025-06-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Dallas Bowling BP & Member Social
The Kraft Kennedy team looks forward to an evening of friendly competition and connection with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Dallas friends and partners during the Bowling BP & Member Social.
When: Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Bowlounge, Dallas
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ILTA 2025 Kansas Lunch & Learn
2025-06-06 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
ILTA 2025 Kansas Lunch & Learn
Register here to join Sara Zezza for a special Lunch & Learn in Kansas City with Joy Heath Rush, CEO of the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA)!
Joy will be sharing highlights from Future Lawyer in Europe, diving into the latest legal tech trends, what’s catching attention worldwide, and how it all connects back to innovation and strategy right here at home.
Whether you’re all in on legal tech or just curious about where the industry’s heading, you won’t want to miss this one. Grab your spot, and let’s dig into the future of law together!
When: Friday, June 6, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where: 4801 Main St
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ALA Capital Chapter Education Session
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Capital Chapter Education Session
Stacy Jenkins will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Capital Chapter friends and partners for an educational luncheon to hear from leaders from Pinnacle Financial Services.
When: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where: Conference Center at 1919 M Street NW
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Kraft Kennedy University: MS365 for Legal, Chicago
2025-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Chicago Microsoft Technology Center, 200 East Randolph Drive Suite 200, Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
Kraft Kennedy University: MS365 for Legal, Chicago
We’re opening the doors of the Chicago Microsoft Innovation Hub for a full day of Kraft Kennedy University (KKU), an insider’s track to the latest in legal technology education.
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KKU 2025 will raise the curtain on Microsoft 365 with a deep dive into Copilot, Purview, Entra ID and more for technologists in the greater Chicago area.

Register: HereWhen: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CTWhere: Microsoft Campus – Chicago, IL
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Full Schedule | KKU: MS365 for Legal, Chicago

8:00 AM – 9:00 AMBreakfast and Coffee HourAll Staff and Attendees
Welcome to KKU!

9:00 AM – 9:15 AMOpening Remarks and Session PreviewChris Owens and Cynthia Riccolo

9:15 AM – 10:00 AMA Studied Review of PurviewDan Paquette
A deep-dive into Purview and the rools and tips that will allow a user to be more agile and active.

10:00 AM – 10:15 AMBreak/Open Discussion/Q&AAll Staff and Attendees

10:15 AM – 11:00 AMBattle of the FormsMarcus Bluestein
A session comparing 3 powerful tools for creating forms within the Microsoft ecosystem:

Microsoft Forms
Power Apps
SharePoint Forms

Discover the strengths, use cases, and best-fit scenarios for each tool.

11:00 AM – 11:15 AMBreak/Open Discussion/Q&AAll Staff and Attendees

11:15 AM – 12:00 PMInnovation and Technology Debt: Getting where you want to beCharles Ottenweller and Sulabh Upadhyaya
This session will focus on how law firms can find a way forward through projects that are holding them back. We’ll take a look at the Innovation pyramid and talk about technology debt, MS, and much more!

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMLunch HourAll Staff and Attendees

1:00 PM – 1:15 PMAfternoon Session PreviewAll Staff and Attendees

1:15 PM – 2:00 PMDeploy and Manage AVD with NerdioJeff Silverman
Join Kraft Kennedy Practice Architect Jeff Silverman for an overview of Nerdio Manager, including how it improves deployment and management of Azure Virtual Desktops and other Azure/M365 technologies.

2:00 PM – 2:15 PMBreak/Open Discussion/Q&AAll Staff and Attendees

2:15 PM – 3:00 PMUnlocking the Power of Copilot: Transforming Legal Practice with AICarolyn Humphery (Traveling Coaches)

Enhanced Productivity: Learn how Copilot can streamline your daily tasks and improve efficiency.
Real-World Applications: Discover practical use cases and success stories from the legal industry.
Effective Prompting: Gain insights into crafting prompts that yield the best results.
Change Management: Understand strategies for successful adoption and integration of Copilot.
Technical Insights: Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Copilot works and interacts with Office apps.
Security and Compliance: Learn about the measures in place to ensure data privacy and protection.

3:00 PM – 3:15 PMBreak/Open Discussion/Q&AAll Staff and Attendees

3:15 PM – 4:00 PMSecuring Windows Desktops Without Sacrificing UsabilityChris Owens
This session focuses on securing Windows systems for organizations while maintaining a smooth user experience. It covers security baselining, attack surface reduction, and relevant tools. Attendees will learn about the shift from hybrid to Entra ID-only environments, balancing security, usability, and efficiency.

4:00 PM – 4:15 PMBreak/Open Discussion/Q&AAll Staff and Attendees

4:15 PM – 5:00 PMCopilot RoundTable sessionJason Hollenberg and Dan Paquette
Let’s talk Coilot and what we’re all actually doing. Tales from the field; looking at the greater legal tech landscape and tackling what we are all seeing and doing, not what was just promised.

5:00 PMClosing Remarks, Thank YousChris Owens and Dan Paquette
Closing remarks and review of day; contact information provided

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ALA NYC An Evening of Impact
2025-06-18 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
ALA NYC An Evening of Impact
Caesar Rodriguez looks forward to An Evening of Impact at the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) NYC fundraiser in June for the Harlem School of the Arts. This evening will feature a performance by the youth of Harlem School of the Arts with additional fun including an auction, food and beverages, and networking.
When: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Where:Yara Restaurant
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About Harlem School of the Arts
Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) empowers youth to reach their full potential in the arts, education, and life, through interdisciplinary arts training in music, dance, theater, musical theater, and visual arts. Through its artistic programs, youth development initiatives, social impact work, and exclusive preparatory program for teens, HSA creates a space where young people not only build character but also develop life skills that will benefit them now and well into the future.

Wine Pop-Up
2025-06-25 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Golden Gate Wine Pop-Up
Chris Arrowsmith will gather with ALA Golden Gate friends for a flavorful evening of conversation, connection, and wine tasting.
When: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: Ginger’s
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ALA Golden Gate BP Appreciation Lunch
2025-06-26 11:45 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Golden Gate BP Appreciation Lunch
Chris Arrowsmith will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Golden Gate friends and partner for an afternoon of conversation, connection, and raffle prizes.
When: Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 11:45 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: SENS
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ALA Central Florida Pup-Up Social
2025-06-26 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
ALA Central Florida Pup-Up Social
Martin Leyendecker and Savannah Cameron will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Central Florida friends for an evening of conversation and connection at the Summer Pop-Up Social.
When: Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Grills Lakeside
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Networking Happy Hour & Membership Drive
2025-06-26 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Networking Happy Hour & Membership Drive
Stacy Jenkins will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Capital Chapter friends for an evening happy hour of conversation and connection with chapter leaders and members.
When: Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Dauphine’s
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ALA NYC BP & Members Event
2025-06-30 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
ALA NYC BP & Members Event
The Kraft Kennedy team will gather with the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) NYC community for an evening of delicious food, craft cocktails, and interactive sports experiences.
When: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 | 5:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Where: T-Squared Social
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ALA Capital Chapter Networking Lunch
2025-07-10 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Capital Chapter Networking Lunch
Stacy Jenkins will gather with the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Capital Chapter community for an afternoon lunch & presentation of the Toni K. Allen Scholarship.
The ALA Capital Chapter Foundation has been granting college scholarships since its inception. In 2003, the Scholarship Program was re-named the Toni K. Allen Scholarship Program in memory of one of the founding members of the Foundation. The Scholarship Program is funded by the Capital Chapter Foundation and is managed by the Chapter’s Vice President and Vice President-Elect of Community Services. Eligible DC Public/Charter School and DC homeschooled students may apply to win a scholarship. Beyond financial support, the scholarship program also assigns an ALACC member or business partner to be the recipient’s mentor throughout college. Many recipients have asserted that the mentoring experience was the most beneficial outcome of winning the scholarship.
When: Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Cranes
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Education Event & Summer Social
2025-07-15 15:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Education Event & Summer Social
Caesar Rodriguez and Ryan Weatherby will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Chicago friends to connect, exchange knowledge, and celebrate summer during the education event and summer social.
When: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Morgan’s on Fulton
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ALA NYC Summer Party
2025-07-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
ALA NYC Summer Party
The Kraft Kennedy team looks forward to an evening of conversation, connection, and celebrating summer with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) NYC friends.
When: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: The Kimberly Hotel Rooftop
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ILTA 2025 San Francisco Social
2025-07-22 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Denver)
ILTA 2025 San Francisco Social
The Kraft Kennedy Team and Actionstep will gather with fellow ILTA members and legal tech professionals in the San Francisco community for a lively evening of networking, conversation, and cocktails.
When: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: Toy Soldier
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The Legal IT Innovation Forecast - San Francisco
2025-07-23 11:45 - 13:15 (America/Chicago) | Hersh FamilyLaw Practice, P.C.
San Francisco Lunch & Learn
Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Golden Gate members are invited for a luncheon about the strategic role of technology and how understanding the innovation cycle prepares law firm leaders for effective planning.
Facilitated by Chris Arrowsmith and Joe Hoegler of Kraft Kennedy, discussion topics will include:

Learning from the past: Technology patterns that inform how we prepare for the future.
AI in Law Firms: Current strategies.
Cybersecurity: Addressing client requests, practical priorities, & more.
Future planning: Investing in productivity, enhancing client experience, and driving growth.

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When: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Where: Hersh FamilyLaw Practice, P.C.
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The Legal IT Innovation Forecast - Boston
2025-07-29 11:45 - 13:15 (America/Chicago) | Greenberg Traurig, LLP
ALA Boston Lunch & Learn
Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Boston members are invited for a luncheon conversation about the strategic role of technology and how understanding the innovation cycle prepares law firm leaders for effective planning.
Facilitated by Jude Travers-Frazier and Beth Anne Stuebe of Kraft Kennedy, discussion topics will include:

Learning from the past: Technology patterns that inform how we prepare for the future.
AI in Law Firms: Current strategies.
Cybersecurity: Addressing client requests, practical priorities, & more.
Future planning: Investing in productivity, enhancing client experience, and driving growth.

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When: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
Where: Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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ILTA 2025 Boston Social
2025-07-29 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
ILTA 2025 Boston Social
The Kraft Kennedy Team, Actionstep, and SecurIT360 will gather with fellow ILTA members and legal tech professionals in the Boston community for a lively evening of networking, conversation, and cocktails.
When: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: Joia Restaurant & Lounge
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ALA Boston Silver Social
2025-08-04 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Boston Silver Social
The Kraft Kennedy team will gather with the ALA Boston community for an evening of celebration at the 2025 Silver Social.
When: Monday, August 4, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Versus
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ILTACON 2025
2025-08-10 - 2025-08-14 | Gaylord National Harbor, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
ILTACON 2025 will take place August 10-14, 2025 at the Gaylord National Harbor Convention Center.
Registration is now open ILTACON 2025
Date & Location
Sunday, August 10, 2025 – Thursday, August 14, 2025 | Gaylord National Harbor Convention Center
Kraft Kennedy Happenings
The Annual ILTACON Golf Outing, Cocktails @ the Genius Bar, Featured Kraft Kennedy Sessions, Advance entry for our Microsoft Surface Giveaway, A Pre- ILTACON review of What’s on Deck at National Harbor…
Check out what we have planned for ILTACON 2025.
About ILTACON
The educational program includes a variety of topics and trends developed by co-chairs and experienced members in formats to meet a variety of learning styles that include learning pathways, panel discussions, hands-on training and attendee-driven sessions.
ILTACON is a robust 4.5 day conference, with comprehensive peer-driven programs, educational content, and face-to-face networking. Check out the ILTACON 2025 Agenda Overview.
About ILTA
The International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) serves the professional needs of more than 25,000 international legal technology professionals and their organizations. Since its founding in 1980, the association’s focus is to achieve results for our membership and the legal technology profession at large. Much of the value we provide as an association occurs through the coordinated efforts with our global volunteer membership teams.
More information on all ILTA events and conferences can be found here. Information on ILTA Volunteer roles can be found here.
More Information
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ALA Houston Member & BP Social
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Houston Member & BP Social
Martin Leyendecker and Caesar Rodriguez will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Houston friends for an evening of cocktails & conversation.
When: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Hotel Granduca
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ALA Central Florida Trivia Night
2025-08-21 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
ALA Central Florida Trivia Night
The Kraft Kennedy team looks forward to an evening of connection and friendly competition with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Central Florida during trivia night.
When: Thursday, August 21, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: The Historic Dubsdread Ballroom
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ALA Dallas BP & Member Wine Tasting Social
2025-08-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Dallas BP & Member Wine Tasting Social
Martin Leyendecker will gather with the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Dallas community for an evening of conversation, connection, and wine tasting.
When: Thursday, August 21, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT
Where: Steelcase WorkLife Center
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ALA Cyber Chapter Cyber Connect
2025-08-27 14:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Cyber Chapter Cyber Connect
Annette Briffa, Caesar Rodriguez, and Savannah Cameron will plug into conversation with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Cyber Chapter friends for an afternoon of virtual connection.
When: Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | 2:00 PM Start
Where: Virtual Meeting
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ALA Suncoast BP Showcase Casino Night
2025-08-27 17:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
ALA Suncoast BP Showcase Casino Night
Savannah Cameron will gather with the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Suncoast community for a BP Showcase Casino Night.
When: Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: Hillsborough County Fire Fighter Museum
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ALA Jacksonville 904 Day
2025-09-04 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
ALA Jacksonville 904 Day
Annette Briffa and Caesar Rodriguez will gather with Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Jacksonville in celebration of 904 Day. There will be networking, drawings for Jacksonville prizes, food, and fun.
Attendees are invited to support Street Sox JAX for the charitable component of this event by bringing a new pair of socks to donate.
When: Thursday, September 4, 2025 | 5:00 Pm – 7:00 PM
Where: Jacksonville Bar Association
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Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure
2025-09-07 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure
The Kraft Kennedy Team alongside ALA NYC is a 2025 Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure sponsor and participant.
Race for the Cure is Susan G. Komen’s premier 5K running event. To date, Komen has invested nearly $3.6 billion in groundbreaking research, community health outreach, advocacy and programs in more than 60 countries. Additionally, Komen has contributed to a 42% decline in the breast cancer mortality rate in the U.S. since 1989.
When: Sunday, September 7, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Where: Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park
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Data Security in a Cloud-Based World: SurePoint Ignite
2025-09-08 13:00 - 13:50 (America/Chicago)
Curious which commonly overlooked operational process can reduce annual wasteful spending while increasing security and profitability?
Audience members of Subject Matter Expert Sulabh Upadhyaya’s session will leave Ignite with simple competitive advantage. Find Martin Leyendecker at the Kraft Kennedy booth to talk about specific strategies for leveraging IT to improve the bottom line.
Featured Session:
Sulabh Upadhyaya
Data Security in a Cloud-Based World

As more legal firms move to the cloud, understanding data security becomes mission critical. This session will explore top threats to law firm data, best practices for protecting sensitive information, and compliance requirements under rules like ABA Model Rule 1.6 and GDPR. We’ll review how to assess vendors, implement access controls, and train staff on security protocols. Whether you’re evaluating your current setup or preparing for a migration, this session delivers key insights to keep your firm secure.

When: Monday September 8, 2025 1:00pm – 1:50pmCDT
Where: General Session Room (Zlotnik Ballroom 3 & 4)
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