We are thrilled to announce that our annual virtual conference, Legal Up, is back for its fourth year—with even more speakers, topics, and CLE than ever before.
Last year, 98% of our Legal Up virtual conference attendees said they enjoyed the event so much, they’d come back again. And this year, we are more excited than ever about our full schedule of events.
Review the agenda ahead of April 6-8, 2021, and discover the details that we’ve planned just for you!
So how is Legal Up different from other legal conferences and how will it level up your career?
#1: New experts to follow and learn from
We are excited to have more than 20 phenomenal speakers joining us this year, bringing their own subject matter expertise and insight into topics they’ve dedicated their careers to pursuing. From technology trainers and research experts to podcast stars and ethics advocates, this year’s speakers will offer invaluable information in 60 minutes or less, each.
#2: Actionable skills to take away
How often do you find yourself coming away from an event with not enough things to implement in your own career? At Legal Up, we make sure that you’ll have an inspiring try-this list right away, including:
- Strategies for leveraging public records to add evidence to your case
- Best practices for speedy document assembly
- Ways to be camera ready for your next online action
#3: Explore a specialization
Looking for ways to stand out in a crowded field? Ready to add specific skills and consider ways to bring nuance to your resume? Dive into project management skills that can make you better at taking on larger tasks. Become the go-to researcher with this blueprint for investigative analysis. And upgrade your eDiscovery processes with practical strategies. Use this conference to start exploring ways you might differentiate yourself at your firm and ahead of your next job.
#4: Gain CLE credits for the next reporting period
Get ahead on your required Continuing Legal Education credits with sessions that are CLE accredited in California. We’ll be offering both general education and ethics CLE this year, but we think you’ll also upgrade your skillset from our phenomenal speakers.
#5: Network with your peers
Thousands of legal professionals join our conference annually. It’s a great space to be inspired, learn from your peers and build mutually motivational relationships. And just because it’s virtual doesn’t mean you can’t connect.
- Reach out to connect with speakers who also work as paralegals and attorneys in firms across the country.
- Follow our #legalup2021 conversations on social media or start your own to talk highlights.
- Invite your professional network to join you and set up virtual happy hours to discuss key takeaways.
#6: Level up your work-life balance
Learn to better handle the stress of working in a law firm at our stress hardiness in legal environments session and get tips on how to handle trauma, stress and battling burnout. Our level up your law practice, level up your life session is all about helping you manage your fears as you come to each checkpoint in your career.
#7: Learn more about legal tech
Technology has a powerful role in supporting the future of the legal industry. We have prepared several sessions that will help your team dig deeper into the world of legal tech. Explore the ethical challenges of legal tech as well as budget-friendly cybersecurity tips. Learn how to use tech tools and processes to create a better experience overall for clients!
We hope to see you there, prepare to be inspired, educated, and entertained!
