Law Firm

Client Intelligence


05 NOV 2025 I CHICAGO I IN-PERSON I LEGAL TECH & BD EVENT

The peer-driven forum convenes law firm leaders, innovators, and legal tech experts to explore the pivotal role that client intelligence plays in shaping growth trajectories, retention rates, and the client experience.

KEYNOTE:

Beyond the Algorithm:

The Human Side of Client Intelligence

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The Conversation about Client Intelligence Has Shifted:  How Data, Strategy, and Relationships Will Drive the Next Era of Client Engagement

In 2025, it’s no longer a question of whether firms have data—it’s whether they can translate it into sharper decisions, stronger relationships, and measurable growth.


The firms out in front are not simply “using” technology; they are integrating AI-powered tools with human judgment, building cultures where insight flows seamlessly from system to strategy, and where the numbers on a dashboard actually change the way people act.


This year’s Law Firm Client Intelligence is about execution. Across keynotes, panels, and hands-on discussions, we will examine:


  • Human-Centered Intelligence: Building cultures where data amplifies, rather than replaces, the judgment, empathy, and collaboration that win client trust.
  • Strategic Focus: Using market and client intelligence to double down on the opportunities that matter most—and walk away from the rest.
  • CRM Reimagined: Turning contact databases into strategic growth engines while eliminating data sprawl and uncertainty.
  • Data Integrity at Scale: Embedding hygiene, governance, and KPIs into firmwide processes so intelligence stays reliable and relevant.
  • Collaboration for Impact: Breaking down silos to connect insight with business development, client service, and firm leadership.

You will hear directly from the leaders shaping this evolution, those who are challenging the “collect more” mindset and replacing it with “make it count.” You’ll see how client intelligence is moving beyond static dashboards into a dynamic capability embedded in every decision, every pursuit, every client interaction.


On November 5th, 2025, join your peers facing the same high-stakes questions you are:


  • How do we operationalize AI and analytics without losing the human touch?
  • Which clients, sectors, and pursuits truly deserve our investment?
  • How do we measure the right things—and make those measures matter?


In a market where expectations are rising and competition is unforgiving, Law Firm Client Intelligence 2025 is where strategy meets capability.


Join us on 5th November at the offices of Chapman and Cutler in Chicago.

25+

Expert Speakers

100+

Peer Attendees

8

In-depth Sessions

10+

Hours of Collaboration

Key Discussions

Predictive Client Listening

Building real‑time sentiment analytics that alert teams to at‑risk matters and expansion opportunities.

Generative‑AI Personalization

How to craft hyper‑targeted pitches and alerts at scale without overwhelming clients.

From Dashboard to Decision

Data‑storytelling techniques that move partners from insight to immediate action.

Cross‑Service Intelligence

Surfacing multi‑practice opportunities without eroding your clients trust.

Unifying BD, KM & Marketing Data

Examine case studies on building a single source of client truth across the firm's silos.

Revenue Forecasting & Dynamic Pricing

Using AI to model share‑of‑wallet, fee elasticity, and portfolio growth.

Next‑Gen CRM vs. Client Data Platforms

Is the traditional CRM dead, or can it evolve? Lessons from early adopters.

Talent & Culture for Data‑Driven BD

New roles, incentive models, and upskilling pathways that embed analytics in everyday practice.

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Who Attends

Law Firm Client Intelligence is designed with team attendance and cross-functional teams in mind. 

  • Managing Partners
  • Practice Group Leaders
  • Chief Client Officers (CCO)
  • Client Relationship Managers
  • Business Development Professionals
  • Legal Marketing and BD Leaders
  • Chief Strategy Officers (CSO)
  • Legal Operations Managers
  • Analytics and Business Intelligence Professionals
  • Client Service Leaders
  • Legal Technologists
  • IT Directors in Law Firms
  • Knowledge Management Professionals
  • Chief Operating Officers (COO)
  • Chief Financial Officers (CFO)
  • Talent and Performance Managers in Law Firms
  • Anyone working in Data Strategy and Enablement

Our Speaking Faculty


Hear from leading minds advising on client intelligence across the legal profession

Roy E. Sexton

Chief Marketing Officer

VedderPrice

Barry Solomon

Vice President, Client Value & Innovation

Litera

Andrew Hutchinson

Chief Revenue Officer

NEXL

Celine Gilmore

Senior Director, Business Development, Strategy and Operations

Davies

Morgan Llewellyn

AI Practice Director

HIKE2

David Jacobs

Senior Client Advisor

Lexis Nexis

Stephanie Bishop

Director of Client and Business Intelligence

Crowell & Moring LLP

Addison Larrow

Strategic Innovation Analytics Lead

Crowell & Moring LLP

Alex Kelly

Senior Marketing Technology Operations Manager

Brown Rudnick LLP

Aubrey Wanner Bishai

Chief Innovation  Officer

Vinson & Elkins

Joanna Trimble

Chief Revenue Officer

Introhive

Alexandra Guajardo

Global Director of Commercial Strategy

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Join the Discussion

Come be a part of Law Firm Client Intelligence--  the peer-driven forum shaping the future of client-led legal strategy through data and emerging tech. We'll gather in Chicago on November 5th to explore  generative‑AI co‑pilots, predictive analytics, cross‑practice engines, dynamic pricing, and much more.



Stay tuned, speakers and panels coming soon!

Agenda

Wednesday 5th November 2025 

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Registration / Breakfast 


9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Chairperson's Opening Remarks

CHAIRPERSON

TBA


9:15 AM – 10:00 AM / KEYNOTE

Beyond the Algorithm: 

The Human Side of Client Intelligence

SPEAKER

Roy E. Sexton, Chief Marketing Officer, Vedder Price

OVERVIEW

Exploring how law firms can balance technology with the human factors that drive success; from fostering cultural change and building strong teams to setting shared values and cultivating critical thinking. Learn how accurate data, strong relationships, and people-centered strategies can amplify the value of AI-powered client intelligence.


10:00 aM – 10:45 Am

From Reactive to Proactive:

Making Client Intelligence Work for Lawyers

SPEAKER

Barry Solomon, Vice President, Client Value & Innovation, Litera

OVERVIEW

Client intelligence is most powerful when it’s proactive – delivered in the right moment, with the right context, to the right person. This panel will explore how to deliver client insights that align with firm strategy, brand, and lawyer workflows. Discover how to reduce the noise, surface what matters, and empower your teams to act with confidence and clarity.


10:45 AM – 11:15 AM

Networking AM Coffee Break


11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Using Data to Place Your Chips:

Strategic Focus for Smarter Growth

SPEAKERS

Andrew Hutchinson, Chief Revenue Officer, NEXL

Celine Gilmore, Senior Director, Business Development, Strategy and Operations, Davies

OVERVIEW

In a market where resources are tight and expectations are high, law firms must make sharper decisions about where to focus their time, energy, and investment. This session explores how firms are using client and market intelligence to double down on the right opportunities, identifying the clients, sectors, and pursuits that have the highest growth potential. Through a blend of insight-sharing and hands-on exercises, participants will walk away with practical strategies for using data to prioritize what to chase and what to walk away from.


12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

From CRM Chaos to Client Clarity:

Turning Clean Contact Data into Relationship Intelligence

MODERATOR

Morgan Llewellyn, AI Practice Director, HIKE2


PANEL

TBA

OVERVIEW

In this session, we’ll explore how high-quality contact records are a pillar to data-driven marketing, development, and client intelligence. You’ll learn how to assess and improve contact data quality, uncover hidden relationship value, and build trust in your firm’s data assets. We’ll break down how to operationalize data hygiene, embed it into business processes, and generate measurable impact from better segmentation to more effective outreach and stronger client growth. Walk away with a roadmap to transform CRM contact data from an administrative burden into a strategic asset - one that helps your lawyers and business developers engage the right person, at the right time, with the right message.


12:45 PM - 1:30 PM

Networking Lunch


1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

Behind Every Smart Decision is a Data Strategy

MODERATOR

David Jacobs, Senior Client Advisor, Lexis Nexis


PANEL

TBA

OVERVIEW

Good data is the foundation of good decisions. The most successful firms have a data strategy in support of Key Performance Indicators that are most relevant to their objectives. However, ensuring data relevancy and accuracy takes real effort. In this panel discussion, you will hear from peers who have tackled data challenges and then maximized that data in their marketing and business development initiatives. We’ll cover practical ways to improve how you collect, validate, and manage data, including how to use AI to catch errors early and how to set up a simple system for regular checks and audits. Whether you're just getting started or cleaning up years of chaos, you'll leave with ideas you can use.


2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Reimagining CRM in Law Firms:

Strategy, Systems, and the Future of Client Intelligence

SPEAKERS

Stephanie Bishop,  Director of Client and Business Intelligence, Crowell & Moring LLP

Addison Larrow,  Strategic Innovation Analytics Lead, Crowell & Moring LLP

Alex Kelly, Senior Marketing Technology Operations Manager, Brown Rudnick LLP

Aubrey Wanner Bishai, Chief Innovation Officer, Vinson & Elkins

OVERVIEW

Hear from industry leaders as they explore how law firms are evolving their approach to Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems in the age of integrated client intelligence. With many firms reconsidering platforms, shifting from traditional tools to more flexible solutions, this discussion will tackle the critical questions: Why change now? Where does CRM sit in the broader business development ecosystem? And what data truly belongs in a CRM?


We’ll also address the need for CRM clarity: eliminating data sprawl, avoiding duplicate systems, and identifying the system of record. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to assess their CRM toolkit, define strategic goals, and streamline data flows for greater client insight and competitive edge.


3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

Networking PM Coffee Break


3:45 PM - 4:30 PM

Relationship-Centered Growth:  Building a Culture of Collaboration with Business Impact

SPEAKER

Joanna Trimble, Chief Revenue Officer, Introhive

OVERVIEW

In today’s competitive legal market, firms are turning to client intelligence and relationship insights to fuel smarter business development and deeper client engagement. This session will explore how firms are building cross-functional collaboration, strengthening internal networks, and using data to unlock growth. Through real-world examples and peer perspectives, we’ll discuss how to shift from siloed efforts to strategic, relationship-driven impact across the firm.


4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Driving Client Value Through Smarter KPIs:  Aligning Internal Metrics, Data Integrity, and Client Intelligence

SPEAKER

Alexandra Guajardo, Global Director of Commercial Strategy, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

OVERVIEW

This session will explore how law firms can leverage key performance indicators (KPIs) to sharpen client intelligence, improve internal decision-making, and ensure data integrity across systems. From setting meaningful internal KPIs to streamlining performance metrics that support client-facing outcomes, attendees will gain insight into building a data-driven culture that enhances both operational efficiency and client service. Learn best practices for defining, refining, and aligning KPIs to ensure measurable, strategic impact.


5:15 PM - 5:30 PM

Chairperson’s Closing Remarks

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Networking Reception


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$695

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