Future of Law
Summit 2025

Thank you for joining! See you again in 2026.

Across Canada & Select US States

The best 3 hours
of CPD ever

Your Hosts:
Chad Aboud & Pauline Chan

2025 Summit Partners
Learn From The Best

2025 Speakers

2025

Run of Show

12:00

Opening Remarks

Brett Colvin
CEO, Goodlawyer
Pauline Chan
Head of LX, Goodlawyer
Chad Aboud
CCO, Goodlawyer

12:15

AI in Law: Who Gets the Power?

AI is reshaping legal work. This panel tackles who should control it, what must stay human, and how to innovate without compromising lawyers’ duty to clients and the rule of law.

Ross McNairn
CEO, Wordsmith AI
John Lindsey
CMO, inCite Legal
Jessica Nguyen
Deputy GC, Docusign
Chad Aboud
CCO, Goodlawyer

1:00

Fireside Chat: Resilience Is Not The Goal

“Be resilient” is the mantra—but what if it’s a lie? This candid conversation uncovers how the profession fuels burnout and explores new ways to define success, leadership, and wellness in law.

Leena Yousefi
CEO, YLaw & the Split
Pauline Chan
Head of LX, Goodlawyer

1:30

How Legal Wins in the C-Suite

The best GCs and CLOs are strategic leaders driving business outcomes. This session explores how to navigate the boardroom, turn risk into your friend, and create true business value.

Anastasia Boyko
Legal AI Futurist
Shari Hosaki
Former GC, Cadbury (UK); Fractional GC, Goodlawyer
Craig Segal
CLO & Global Procurement Officer, Hootsuite
Chad Aboud
CCO, Goodlawyer

2:15

Values, Vibes & Vacation Days

From Boomers to Gen Z, each generation views work differently. This conversation digs into the realities of building cultures that attract and keep top talent—and what values truly matter.

Aaron Baer
Partner, Renno & Co
Kristin Taylor
Managing Partner, Cassels
Angie Jackson
Director of Legal, Uber
Pauline Chan
Head of LX, Goodlawyer

3:00

Ditch the Ladder, Build the Life

Careers in law are being rewritten. Lawyers are building flexible careers shaped by branding, digital platforms, and new models of work—creating impact on their own terms.

Laura Frederick
CEO, How to Contract
Rob Hanna
Host, Legally Speaking Podcast
Brittany Leonard
GC, Executive, & Advisor
Chad Aboud
CCO, Goodlawyer

3:45

Building the Future We Want

The biggest risk in law isn’t change—it’s standing still. This closing session takes a look at the costs of inertia and challenges you to ditch comfort, question legacy systems, and act decisively.

Joshua Weinberger
COO, Goodlawyer

4:00

Closing Remarks

Brett Colvin
CEO, Goodlawyer
Pauline Chan
Head of LX, Goodlawyer
Chad Aboud
CCO, Goodlawyer

Missed it live? Watch the full recording here.

Inaugural

Future of Law Awards

From General Counsel of the Year to the Most Innovative Legal Team, we're celebrating the boldest minds reshaping the profession from inside. Live and in-person in Toronto following the Summit.

Discover the judges and submit your nominations by October 20th.

Learn more