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The International Practice Management Association (IPMA) is the primary source of information and education for managers in law firms, corporations, and law departments. We provide an inclusive community that promotes and enhances the proficiency and professionalism of our members. We deliver practical resources and cutting-edge solutions on the value and management of professionals in the legal environment.Agenda
This year's three-day educational program features hot topics, latest trends, and current issues that affect how we manage practice support professionals. Whether you manage paralegals, litigation support, docketing, or other revenue-generating functions, you'll find the information you're seeking among programming on human resources, technology and innovation, communications, organizational management, and career development. Many thanks to the IPMA Conference Committee, chaired by Patty Maxwell, for their efforts in developing this outstanding program!
Schedule At-A-Glance
| Friday, October 9, 2020 | |||||
| Pre-conference: Managerial Skills Seminar- Part 1 | |||||
| Saturday, October 10, 2020 | |||||
| Pre-conference: Managerial Skills Seminar- Part 2 | |||||
| Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |||||
| 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Master Class | ||||
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Board of Directors Meeting | ||||
| Wednesday, October 14, 2020 | |||||
| 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | First-Time Attendee Orientation | ||||
| 12:15 pm - 12:30 pm | Welcome & Opening Remarks | ||||
| 12:30 - 1:20 pm | General Session: Gender Bias in the Workplace, Delee Fromm | ||||
| 1:20 - 2:10 pm | Networking Event: Bingo, Scavenger Hunt or Trivia | ||||
| 2:10 - 2:20 pm | Break | ||||
| 2:20 - 3:10 pm | Workshop Session 1 | ||||
| The Changing Landscape- Digital Reporting | Learning to Navigate the Complexities of International Transactions​ | How Your HR Team Can Help You Manage | |||
| 3:10 - 4:00 pm | Expo Hall Break | ||||
| 4:00 - 4:50 pm | General Session: The Subtle (yet dangerous) Ways Racism Shows Up in Workplace, Emily Shamsid-Deen​ | ||||
| 5:00 - 7:00 pm | Networking Opportunities for Business Partners and West Coast Attendees | ||||
| Thursday, October 15, 2020 | |||||
| 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Networking Opportunities for Business Partners and East Coast Attendees | ||||
| 11:00 am - 11:50 am | General Session: Mindfulness for a Healthier Mind and Work Environment, Lara Wharton | ||||
| 11:50 am - 12:10 pm | Expo Hall Break | ||||
| 12:10 pm - 1:00 pm | Workshop Session 2 | ||||
| How Not to Blow a Gasket | Can tossing my To-Do list make me more productive and less stressed​? | Managing Client Expectations | |||
| 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm | Networking Event: Cooking Demonstration or Cocktail Session | ||||
| 1:50 - 2:00 pm | Break | ||||
| 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm | Workshop Session 3 | ||||
| The Current State of Artificial Intelligence | How Do We Get Our People Back- Trust and Loyalty | Work Life Balance and Managing Expectations of the Legal Professionals that We Manage Panel | |||
| 2:50 pm - 3:30 pm | Expo Hall Break | ||||
| 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | General Session: IPMA Talk Live! | ||||
| 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Networking Opportunities for Business Partners and West Coast Attendees | ||||
| Friday, October 16, 2020 | |||||
| 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Networking Opportunities for Business Partners and East Coast Attendees | ||||
| 11:00 am - 11:50 am | General Session: Emergency Preparedness, Dennis Dore | ||||
| 11:50 am - 12:10 pm | Expo Hall Break | ||||
| 12:10 pm - 1:00 pm | Workshop Session 4 | ||||
| Hot Topics in HR- Canada | Hot Topics in HR- USA | ||||
| 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm | Annual Business Meeting | ||||
| 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Networking Event | ||||
| 2:30 pm - 3:20 pm | General Session: Open, Honest and Direct: A Guide to Unlocking Your Teams Potential, Aaron Levy | ||||
| 3:20 pm - 4:00 pm | Closing Remarks & Raffle | ||||