Founding Partner
Host Sponsor
OVERVIEW
Personal injury law in Canada is undergoing significant transformation. Competitive pressures, client expectations, and emerging technologies are reshaping how firms operate and grow. Lawyers who embrace innovation, sound business management, and forward-looking leadership will be best positioned to thrive in this new environment.
This symposium will bring together leaders from across the personal injury ecosystem to explore how lawyers and firms can adapt their business models, strengthen operational resilience, and capture opportunity in a fast-changing legal marketplace.
STRUCTURE
- A half-day, in-person symposium featuring:
- Opening remarks and scene-setting on the evolving business of personal injury law
- A panel on financial and operational strategies for modern PI firms
- A panel on technology, AI, and innovation in the PI ecosystem
- A panel on navigating talent expectations and building leadership pipelines
- A closing discussion on reimagining business models and client service
- A networking reception to foster connection and collaboration among peers
WHO'S ATTENDING
- Managing partners and senior lawyers from personal injury firms
- Legal operations and finance leaders
- Technology and innovation executives in the PI sector
- Industry partners and service providers driving change in personal injury law
THEMES + AGENDA
REGISTRATION
WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS
Panel 1 | Financial foundations: Strengthening management and unlocking growth opportunities
Personal injury firms operate in a capital-intensive environment, making strong financial management essential to long-term success. This panel will explore how firms can strengthen financial discipline, manage risk, and structure their operations for sustainability and growth.
- Case economics: Understanding the real costs of personal injury litigation
- Managing disbursements: Best practices for controlling expert reports, expert witnesses, and other contingency-based expenses
- Cashflow + operations: Navigating billing, payroll, and financial pressures to maximize firm performance
- Structure + strategy: Rethinking firm structure and identifying new growth opportunities in an increasingly competitive landscape
Panel 2 | The tech-enabled firm: Leveraging AI, automation, and analytics
New technologies are reshaping how personal injury firms manage cases, analyze evidence, and deliver services to clients. This discussion will highlight practical ways to deploy AI, automation, and analytics to enhance efficiency and drive business success.
- AI in practice: Practical use cases for AI and automation across PI litigation workflows
- Data-driven strategy: Leveraging analytics and data to support case strategy and decision-making
- Operational efficiency: Streamlining intake, case management, and documentation through technology
- Responsible innovation: Navigating ethical and professional considerations when adopting AI tools.
Panel 3 | Talent for tomorrow: Building succession and leadership pipelines
As the PI sector evolves, firms must rethink how they attract, develop, and retain talent while planning for leadership succession. This panel will explore strategies to build resilient teams and ensure continuity for the next generation of leaders.
- Evolving talent expectations: Navigating talent shortages and the shifting priorities of younger lawyers
- Leadership development: Building clear pathways for leadership growth and succession
- Creating a robust succession plan: Protecting your clients and preventing business disruption
- Culture + collaboration: Creating a firm culture that supports mentorship, talent retention, and sustainable growth
NETWORKING BREAK
Panel 4 | The innovative PI firm: Reimagining business models and client service
Competitive pressures and evolving client expectations are prompting personal injury firms to reconsider how they operate and deliver value. This panel will examine how firms can evolve their business models and client service strategies to remain competitive.
- New operating models: Exploring emerging business models and operational structures in personal injury law
- Client experience: Enhancing service delivery through technology, communication, and process innovation
- Strategic expansion: Expanding into new practice areas to meet demand and grow in a competitive market
- Risk management + future-proofing: Positioning your firm for long-term success in a rapidly evolving legal marketplace
CLOSING REMARKS + NETWORKING RECEPTION
FOUNDING PARTNER
HOST SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSOR
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Andrew Bowyer at: andrew@adbinsights.com