How can we do more good, together?
Our mission with the Goodlawyer Summit is to forge a community of like-minded lawyers and legal professionals who want to explore what’s possible and build something different, something better.
Join us for an afternoon of thought-provoking panels and keynotes with lawyers, professors and leaders in our profession about where we are today, and where we can go tomorrow — together.
Summit Speakers
Paul D. Paton, Q.C.
CEO, Canadian Bar Association; Professor of Law & Ethics and Former Dean of Law, University of Alberta
Paul D. Paton, Q.C.
CEO, Canadian Bar Association; Professor of Law & Ethics and Former Dean of Law, University of Alberta
Paul D. Paton, Q.C.
CEO, Canadian Bar Association; Professor of Law & Ethics and Former Dean of Law, University of Alberta
Paul D. Paton, Q.C.
CEO, Canadian Bar Association; Professor of Law & Ethics and Former Dean of Law, University of Alberta
Paul D. Paton, Q.C.
CEO, Canadian Bar Association; Professor of Law & Ethics and Former Dean of Law, University of Alberta
Paul D. Paton, Q.C.
CEO, Canadian Bar Association; Professor of Law & Ethics and Former Dean of Law, University of Alberta
What To Expect
November 3rd, 12:00 - 4:00pm MT | 2:00 - 6:00pm ET
3 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in every Canadian province.
Formation dont l’admissibilité a été confirmée par le Barreau du Québec aux fins de la formation continue obligatoire, pour une durée de 3 heures.
Day one of the Goodlawyer Summit is dedicated to three topics: mental health, legal tech, and the future of the profession. With three headline panels and a keynote or two, we promise an engaging and purposeful day you don’t want to miss.
Intro: Future Of Law And Law Schools
12:00 - 12:40pm MT | 2:00 - 2:40pm ET
Kick-off the Goodlawyer Summit with a welcome speech from our CEO, and a look into the future of law schools from Ian Holloway, Dean of U of C Law.
Panel 1: Burnt To Turnt — Mental Health In The Profession
12:40 - 1:40pm MT | 2:40 - 3:40pm ET
Practicing law is hard. In this session we will open the conversation and discuss mental health challenges that are all too common amongst legal professionals. Our speakers will share stories and strategies for improving your performance and living a better life.
Panel 2: Lawyer Superpowers — Emerging Legal Tech
1:40 - 2:30pm MT | 3:40 - 4:30pm ET
This panel will shed some light on how technology is changing the way we practice law. We will explore how the pandemic expedited tech adoption, where artificial intelligence fits in, and how disruptive platforms are improving outcomes for lawyers and clients.
Panel 3: School & Sandboxes — Future Of The Profession
2:30 - 3:30pm MT | 4:30 - 5:30pm ET
This session will be an expert discussion on the future of the legal profession, including how lawyers are regulated (and how that’s changing) and how law schools can better equip their students with the practical tools they will need to be successful.
Closing: Hope For A Better Future
3:30 - 4:00pm MT | 5:30 - 6:00pm ET
Wrap up Day 1 of the Goodlawyer Summit with optimism and excitement for the future! Hear from Chris Bentley, Managing Director of the Legal Innovation Zone, as he paints a picture of the future of law.
We’re helping lawyers work with startups in a better way. If you’re interested in attending Day two of the Goodlawyer Summit: Build for Good, learn more by clicking the link.
Summit Sponsors
If you’re interested in sponsoring the Goodlawyer Summit, reach out to brett@goodlawyer.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is “Future of Law” for?
The Goodlawyer Summit: Future of Law will bring together some of the brightest minds in law to discuss how disruptive new practices are improving outcomes for lawyers, clients and everyone else. The learning objective is to show legal professionals how they can 'do more good' by leveraging new technologies, addressing mental health challenges, and how new approaches to regulation and education are shaping the future of the profession.
Though all are welcome to register, this day will be most relevant to practicing lawyers, paralegals, support staff, legal educators, students, regulators and government officials.
How much does the Goodlawyer Summit cost?
The Goodlawyer Summit is completely free!
When & Where is the summit being held?
The Goodlawyer Summit will take place virtually, more details on joining will be available closer to the event.
How to sponsor?
Get in touch with our team to learn more about sponsorship options by emailing brett@goodlawyer.ca or head to our Sponsors page for more information.
My question wasn’t addressed here, who do I contact?
If you have any additional questions that were not addressed here, feel free to contact Katie at katie@goodlawyer.ca.
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