Briefing LIVE 2026

Briefing LIVE brings together key business decision-makers in law firms to debate and discuss the strategic issues that impact the way firms operate on a day-to-day basis. In a uniquely collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment, attendees and partners explore ways to overcome the roadblocks they all face, and unearth new methods of addressing challenges.

KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED AT LAST YEAR’S BRIEFING LIVE

• Economic Keynote: An essential look at the geopolitical and geo-economic landscape, assessing the impact of a number of factors on the UK business landscape affecting both law firms and their clients.
• Interactive Roundtable Discussions: Must-join sessions that delved deeply into the ways transformation was playing out and impacting different functions within law firm management.
• AI Keynote: AI is here to stay! The discussion explored how AI—and wider technology—can drive commercial value.
• Real-World Case Studies: In-depth examinations of what change transformation truly involved, with a plethora of lessons to be gleaned.
• Senior-Level Panel Discussion: A discussion considering what teams and functions of the future law firm would look like.
• Closing Keynote: An unmissable closing keynote from former combat helicopter pilot Sarah Furness, offering a unique take on mindset and how to outgrow the competition.