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AMA’s Executive Conference Center,
1601 Broadway, Near Time Square Building, Manhattan, New York, USA 10019
October 16, 2025
Join one of the world’s most influential gatherings in legal, contracts, litigation, AI, compliance, and GRC—where innovation meets execution. This full-day, in-person conference brings together 150–200 senior-level professionals for immersive learning, curated networking, and strategic dialogue.
Who Attends?
The conference attracts legal, risk, and compliance leaders from global corporations, law firms, and technology providers. Attendees typically include:
Corporate Legal & Compliance Leaders
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Chief Legal Officers (CLO), General Counsel (GC)
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Head of Legal / VP Legal & Compliance
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Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
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Directors of Governance, Ethics, Regulatory Affairs
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Legal Operations and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Leaders
Litigation, Dispute & E-Discovery Experts
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Heads of Litigation, Dispute Resolution, and Arbitration
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E-Discovery Managers / Directors
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White-Collar Crime & Investigations Counsel
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ADR Specialists
Regulatory, Ethics & ESG Officers
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ESG Counsel & Sustainability Leaders
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Ethics & Compliance Officers
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Regulatory Affairs & Government Relations Heads
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Financial Crime & Fraud Risk Professionals
Technology, AI & Legal Innovation Leaders
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LegalTech & RegTech Solution Providers
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Legal Innovation & Transformation Heads
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AI, Automation & Legal Ops Professionals
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Chief Data Officers (CDO), Heads of AI Governance
Key Themes & Topics
Engage in thought-provoking panels, group discussions, and live case studies on:
Legal Innovation & Technology
Contract Lifecycle & Risk Management
Litigation, E-Discovery & Dispute Resolution
Regulatory Compliance & Ethics
ESG & Corporate Governance
AI, Automation & Legal Operations
Cross-Border Legal Challenges
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Data Privacy, Cybersecurity & AI Regulation
Corporate Law & Business Strategy
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Legal Operations & Departmental Efficiency
White-Collar Crime, Investigations & Financial Fraud
About the Speakers
Presented by GeneralCounsel360 and managed by Events 4 Sure, this event features top-tier in-house legal professionals from global brands across industries—sharing insights, challenges, and solutions aligned with the day’s key topics.
KEY SPEAKERS
Manny Sahota
Director - Head of Global Regulatory Strategy,
Microsoft
Kevin Angle
Senior Counsel in Data Strategy, Security & Privacy,
Holland & Knight
Ainslee Schreiber
Deputy General Counsel,
Equinox
Jason Oliveri
Partner,
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
John Davis
Co-Chair of eDiscovery Practice and Senior Counsel in Litigations & Investigations Groups,
Crowell & Moring LLP
Kristin Meister
General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer,
Last Energy
Genny Ngai
Partner in Litigation, White Collar & Regulatory Defense,
Morrison Cohen LLP
Peter Emmi
Partner,
Reed Smith LLP
Monica Wahba
Head of Legal,
Alfasigma USA, Inc.
Paula Heckrich
Attorney,
U.S. Dep’t of Homeland Security
Marc Mandel
General Counsel,
Exos
Steve Rosenboro
Senior Corporate Counsel, Microsoft
Ehab Elsonbaty
Partner,
DLA Piper
Dina Blikshteyn
Partner | AI Practice Co-Chair, Haynes and Boone, LLP
Dania Nasser
Senior Associate General Counsel, Canon Business Process Services, Inc.
Massimo F. D'Angelo
Partner | Co-Chair, Real Estate Industry Group,
Blank Rome LLP
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Rich Boone
Partner,
Wilson Elser
Jesse Melman
Senior Lead Counsel,
Compliance & Ethics,
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Monique Mattei Ferraro
Cyber Counsel,
HSB
Tanell Ford
Assistant General Counsel. Microsoft
Brad Schaffel
Senior Manager - eDiscovery & Litigation Support,
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
Michael Kurzer
Shareholder,
Vedder Price
Michael LaMarca
Partner,
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
Wayne Kaufman
Deputy GC, Senior Vice President, Data Privacy Officer,
ORBCOMM Inc.
James (Jamie) Haldin
Partner | White Collar Defense & Investigations and Data Privacy & Cybersecurity,
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Arnold Blair
Discovery Counsel,
MoloLamken LLP
Anju Khurana
Chief Privacy & Data Counsel / SVP / Senior Associate GC,
U.S. Bank
Erin Bansal
VP, Global Counsel - Privacy/Compliance,
Wellhub
Venkat Mangudi
Founder & CEO,
Elytra Security
John Zahorsky
VP of Enterprise Technology, Easterseals NJ
Paul Gupta
Partner,
Rimon PC
James Black
Partner & General Counsel,
Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP
Boris Segalis
Partner,
Morrison Foerster
Justin Herring
Partner,
Mayer Brown
AGENDA PROGRAM
(One on One Introductions & Meetings Format)
(08:00 AM – 05:30 PM Approx. Local Time)
08:00 AM – Onwards | Conference Registration & Networking Refreshments
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Kickstart the event with registration, accompanied by tea, coffee, and networking with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates
08:30 AM – 09:00 AM | Introductions & Speed Networking
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Kickstart the conference with high-energy networking designed to maximize connections in a short time.
Session Highlights:
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Welcome & Icebreaker – Quick introductions to set the tone for the day.
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Speed Networking – Fast-paced, informal exchanges to meet a variety of peers in minutes.
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Find Your Interest Group – Identify attendees with shared interests in litigation, contracts, legal ops and technology.
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Facilitated Connections – Meet key stakeholders, industry experts, and service providers.
09:00 AM – 09:40 AM | Collaborative Round Table Discussions
Legal Operations 2.0: Building Agile, Data-Driven, and Cost-Efficient Legal Teams
Solves: Inefficient legal workflows, rising workloads, and shrinking budgets
Format: Expert panel + legal ops case study
Subtopics:
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Metrics and KPIs that matter to the business and legal
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Automating routine tasks: self-service portals, playbooks
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Internal team structuring and outside counsel management
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Budgeting and forecasting for lean legal departments
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Cross-functional collaboration with IT, finance, and procurement
09:40 AM – 10:00 AM | Keynote Address
The Legal Department of the Future – Innovation, Litigation Strategy, and Operational Excellence
10:00 AM – 10:10 AM | Exclusive Case Study Presentation
(A service provider showcases innovative solutions addressing key industry challenges aligned with the conference theme)
10:10 AM – 10:50 AM | Collaborative Round Table Discussions
Contracting at Scale: CLM, AI, and the Future of Commercial Agreements
Solves: Delayed approvals, inconsistent clauses, and manual contract risk assessments
Format: Panel + optional CLM/AI live demo + in-house case study
Subtopics:
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Standardizing clause libraries and fallback positions
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Risk scoring and auto-flagging using AI tools
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Streamlining approvals with workflow automation
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Post-signature tracking for obligation management
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Integrating CLM with procurement and sales systems
10:50 AM – 11:10 AM | Keynote Address
Privacy and Security: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Sponsored By:
Speaker:
Venkat Mangudi, Founder & CEO, Elytra Security
11:10 AM – 11:40 AM | Refreshments
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Enjoy a tea break while networking and engaging in peer-to-peer discussions
11:40 AM – 12:10 PM | Peer Connect: One-on-One Conversations
No panels. No slides. Just real conversations that matter.
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Challenge-Based Pairing: Sit with peers based on your focus area
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One-on-One Conversations: Engage in rapid, meaningful exchanges with professionals facing similar issues
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Move & Match: After each chat, connect with others at your table — then rotate to another for fresh perspectives
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Unfiltered Insights: Share real-world experiences, pain points, and proven solutions
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Cross-Industry Ideas: Explore how legal and tech leaders are navigating transformation across industries
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High-Value Networking: Build trust-based connections in a fast-paced, energizing environment
12:10 PM – 12:20 PM | Exclusive Case Study Presentation
(A service provider showcases innovative solutions addressing key industry challenges aligned with the conference theme)
12:20 PM – 01:00 PM | Collaborative Round Table Discussions
Litigation & Investigations: Managing High-Stakes Disputes in a Regulated World
Solves: Escalating litigation costs, inefficient dispute handling, and global risk exposure
Format: Panel with in-house litigation leads, external counsel, and investigation experts
Subtopics:
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Early case assessment and litigation triage
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Managing global disputes and regulatory inquiries
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Aligning with external counsel and controlling costs
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Using eDiscovery and AI to reduce burden
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Internal investigations and whistleblower protocols
01:00 PM – 02:00 PM | Lunch Break & Informal Networking
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Enjoy a networking lunch with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates
02:00 PM – 02:30 PM | Industry-Specific Group Discussions
Join legal, contracts, and litigation leaders from your industry for a high-impact, roundtable discussion focused on sector-specific challenges—from contract management and litigation strategy to legal tech adoption and regulatory compliance.
Industries Represented:
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Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & MedTech
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Financial Services, Fintech & Insurance
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Technology, IT & Telecommunications
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Industrial, Manufacturing & Engineering
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Consumer, Retail, Transport & Infrastructure
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Other Regulated & Emerging Sectors
What to Expect:
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Facilitated peer-to-peer discussions on your industry's top legal and operational issues
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Exchange insights on navigating regulatory shifts, technology integration, and efficiency challenges
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Leave with practical, sector-specific strategies you can apply immediately within your legal function
02:30 PM – 03:10 PM | Collaborative Round Table Discussions
ESG Compliance & Corporate Governance: The Legal Function’s Expanding Role
Solves: Greenwashing risks, regulatory gaps, and unclear ESG reporting standards
Format: GC panel + ESG experts
Subtopics:
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SEC climate risk disclosures and ESG litigation trends
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Board-level governance and legal oversight
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Managing ESG risks in supply chains and M&A deals
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Aligning ESG efforts with corporate purpose and ethics
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Handling whistleblower and stakeholder reporting issues
03:10 PM – 03:50 PM | Collaborative Round Table Discussions
White-Collar Crime, Ethics & Enforcement: What GCs Need to Know
Solves: Heightened DOJ scrutiny, enforcement risk, and ethics management gaps
Format: Enforcement-focused panel + real case walkthroughs
Subtopics:
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DOJ’s corporate enforcement priorities and self-disclosure
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FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and global anti-corruption risk
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Setting up effective internal controls and audit programs
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Role of the GC during internal investigations
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Coordinating across borders with enforcement agencies
03:50 PM – 04:00 PM | Refreshments
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Enjoy a tea break while networking and engaging in peer-to-peer discussions
04:00 PM – 04:30 PM | Collaborative Round Table Discussions
AI, Automation & Legal Tech: Innovation Without the Hype
Solves: Overwhelm around AI, poor ROI on tools, and lack of adoption frameworks
Format: Use-case driven panel with Legal Ops, GCs, and solution providers
Subtopics:
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Real AI use cases for contract review and legal research
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Balancing innovation with risk and compliance
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Evaluating vendors: what to ask and how to decide
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Training legal teams on new platforms
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Measuring ROI and productivity gains
04:30 PM – 05:00 PM | Live, Interactive Group Discussion
Real Talk: Contracts, Litigation & Legal Tech/Ops – Challenges Unplugged
Break free from the traditional panel format and immerse yourself in a high-energy, peer-led conversation. Attendees will self-select into one of three focused groups — Contracts, Litigation, or Legal Tech & Ops Transformation — to openly discuss real-world challenges, share industry-specific experiences, and co-create practical solutions.
Why You Should Join:
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Engage in candid, topic-specific discussions with peers tackling similar legal and operational hurdles
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Explore how different sectors are addressing contract delays, litigation cost pressures, and legal tech adoption
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Gain fresh insights from experienced facilitators and sponsor experts at each table
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Leave with actionable strategies, new ideas, and meaningful connections that support your legal function
05:00 PM – 05:10 PM
Thank You & Closing Remarks
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A heartfelt thank you to all speakers, sponsors, and delegates for their invaluable support and participation
*Program and Timings are subject to change without notice.
Why Attend?
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Network with top legal, contracts, litigation, and technology leaders
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Explore actionable solutions and proven legal strategies
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Gain insights into AI, legal tech, risk, and global regulations
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Participate in high-impact group discussions & peer-led panels
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Earn a Certificate of Participation
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Meet curated service providers to support your legal function
Delegate Pass Pricing
Select the pass that best fits your professional profile:
All Passes Include:
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Full-day access to this event sessions
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Networking lunch and refreshments
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CPD credits as applicable
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Certificate of Participation
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Post-event access to select knowledge materials
Annual Global Pass Benefits:
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Unlimited access to 20+ physical events globally for 12 months
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GC360 Membership with access to 50+ live virtual roundtables
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Full access to GC360Flix, our on-demand content platform
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Opportunity to moderate two (02) GC360 virtual sessions
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GC360 Global Leader Badge and virtual networking privileges
Sponsorship Opportunities
Position your brand at the heart of global legal transformation.
Sponsoring the Global Legal ConfEx – New York 2025 provides targeted access to 150–200 senior decision-makers in corporate legal, risk, and compliance roles.
Benefits:
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Direct Buyer Engagement: Connect with GCs, CLOs, Compliance & Legal Ops Heads
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Brand Authority: Be seen as a leader through speaking, moderation & case studies
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Curated Networking: 1:1 meetings, hosted roundtables, and lounge branding
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Targeted Visibility: Your logo on event signage, emailers, and digital assets
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Post-Event ROI: Access to opt-in delegate list & branding in follow-ups
Sponsorship Options Include:
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Featured Speaker or Moderator Slot
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Branded Roundtable or Case Study Session
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Networking Lounge or Luncheon Sponsor
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Onsite Exhibit Table
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Delegate Bags & Lanyard Branding
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Co-Branded Email Campaigns (Pre/Post Event)
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Optional Add-On: GC360 Virtual Branding Extension
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
Presenting Sponsors
Global Thought Leadership Partner
Digital Content Library Partner
Prominent Sponsors
Knowledge Partners
Regular Participants
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