Managing Partner Summit: Charting the Future of Law Firm Leadership — Now with an AI Focus!

About This Event

Join us for a first-of-its-kind summit designed exclusively for managing partners and law firm leaders across the region. This complimentary, one-day event will bring together peers to explore the evolving landscape of legal practice—now with a focused lens on artificial intelligence.

The program features timely, practical sessions on managing a modern law firm, including financial strategy, talent development, and the growing impact of AI on operations and client service. Attendees will gain actionable insights from industry experts and fellow leaders navigating similar challenges.

Our keynote speaker, John Hasley, CEO of Contract Rabbit, will share his perspective on how AI is transforming legal practice and redefining competitive advantage. After leaving Big Law to launch an AI-driven legal company, Hasley brings a unique, forward-looking viewpoint on where the industry is headed.

The day concludes with a networking reception at the CDA Resort, offering an opportunity to connect with peers in a relaxed setting.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and shape the future of law firm leadership. Register today to reserve your place.

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Schedule of Events

9:00 a.m.

Check-In and Coffee

9:45 a.m.

Opening Remarks
Acting/Interim Dean, Gonzaga University School of Law

10:00 a.m.

Panel 1: Marketing and Positioning Your Firm to Stand Out
Moderator: Chris Mercado

• Differentiation Is in the Definition Section: How Simple Tools  Separate You from the Crowd - Trevor Osborne
• Law Firm Finances - Patti Borchardt & Alex Cey-Morrow, Columbia Bank
• Recent Trends in National and Local Attorney Hiring - Sean King, Gonzaga Law Careers Office

11:30 a.m.

Lunch & Keynote Speaker
John Hasley, CEO, Contract Rabbit

12:30 p.m.

Break

1:00 p.m.

Panel 2: Practical Strategies for Making AI Work for You
Moderator: Jessica Kiser

• Leverage and the Economic Impacts of AI on Law Firms - Brett Spooner, Gravis Law
• Using AI in the Classroom and in the Office - Peter Lippmann, Thomson Reuters, Co-Counsel
• AI in Action: Driving Efficiency and Value in Modern Law Firms - Hanna Harrison, Lexis Nexis
• From Discovery to Prevention: High-Accuracy AI for Lawyers - Julian Guthrie, HarmCheck

2:30 p.m.

Happy Hour Reception
The Coeur d'Alene Resort

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