Agenda

This keynote will explore the impact of AI, automation, and digital platforms on legal practice, offering insights on leveraging these tools for enhanced efficiency and client service.

Moderator : Tarek Badawy – Partner at Meysan
This panel will delve into daily ethical dilemmas in the legal profession, covering client confidentiality, conflicts of interest, integrity in advocacy, and the role of legal ethics in maintaining public trust.

Moderator : Girgis Abd El-Shahid – Managing Partner at Shahid Law Firm
This panel will explore strategies for law firms to navigate international markets and responsibly scale their growth. Topics include navigating diverse legal systems, cultural differences, regulatory compliance, talent acquisition, financial management, and building global networks.

Moderator : Omar Alheloo – Partner at Hadef & Partners
This discussion will focus on practical strategies for women in the legal profession to take the next steps beyond diversity and inclusion. It will explore how women can become founders and successfully manage their own firms in the Middle East, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities of building a law firm from the ground up. The panel will also address how women at senior levels can retain their partnerships, overcome barriers to leadership, and accelerate their careers in the competitive legal landscape.

Moderator : John Heath – Directing Attorney at Lexington Law Firm
This panel will delve into the convergence of law, technology, and emerging industries, focusing on blockchain, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology. The discussion will feature legal experts specializing in data privacy, technology, and AI, who will explore the ethical and regulatory challenges businesses face. Key topics will include compliance with evolving regional laws, data privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property protection, and the role of legal professionals in guiding businesses through the complexities of innovation while mitigating risks in a rapidly changing legal landscape.