May 7, Zürich, Switzerland
Legal Innovation 2026
Swiss Legal Tech Association
What to expect?
In an era where technological advancement reshapes every industry, the legal profession stands at a crucial crossroad. This conference challenges legal professionals to critically examine their service delivery and embrace innovation’s transformative potential.
At SLTA’s Legal Innovation 2026 we’ll explore how AI, automation, and emerging technologies can elevate your legal practice from excellent to exceptional. Join industry leaders, tech innovators, and forward-thinking lawyers as we discuss practical strategies for implementing and sustaining innovation in your daily practice.
We aspire to be the most dynamic and transformational legal conference of the year! This event is designed for legal professionals that want to reimagine the way they work but don’t quite know how.
We would like to invite legal professionals to “join us to explore cutting-edge strategies and tools that will revolutionize your legal services and elevate your practice to new heights. Through powerful discussions and expert-led sessions, you will gain invaluable insights on how to maintain excellence and innovation in your practice, ensuring you always exceed your clients’ expectations.”
Target Audience
This event is tailored for legal professionals from all sectors. Whether you are part of an in-house legal team, an attorney in a law firm, a member of the judiciary, involved in legal administration, or part of professional associations, this conference is your gateway to unlocking unparalleled innovation in your field. Discover how to stay ahead, adapt to changing times, and deliver the best possible service to your clients.
Speakers
Our speakers are legal tech thought leaders and visionary pioneers who provide the practical roadmap and transformative insights necessary to move your practice from traditional excellence to future-ready exceptionality.
Conference Schedule
Legal Innovation: Putting Clients at the Center and Leveraging Technology with Legal AI
Welcome & Networking Coffee
Informal networking at the welcome desk. Pick up your badge and connect with fellow participants before the program begins.
Legal Tech: Where We Stand, Where We’re Headed
Ioannis Martinis, SLTA
Where does legal tech stand right now, and what developments will shape the next 18 months?
Legal Tech Guerilla: Resourceful Digitalisation for Small and Medium-Sized Law Firms
Thomas Lüthi, Schärer Rechtsanwälte
Practical strategies for going digital without large IT budgets or dedicated tech teams — efficient, accessible, and immediately actionable.
The 101 for Legal AI in Practice
David Rosenthal, VISCHER
What law firms and legal departments need to know before selecting and deploying AI – from professional secrecy to practical success factors.
Coffee Break & Networking
Client First: Sustaining Service Excellence Through Innovation
Freek Staehr, SAP
Real-world examples of how legal teams have reimagined their processes using cutting-edge strategies and technology — with a focus on measurable client outcomes.
The Frontier Legal Department – Vision and Learnings from Microsoft
Karim Tejani, Microsoft
From hype to impact: discover how Microsoft’s legal team is reinventing itself with AI. Vision, real‑world execution, and candid lessons from becoming a Frontier Legal Department.
From Prompt to Process: Building Legal Systems That Scale
Sarit Ventura
Why the future of legal work isn't better prompts – it's better architecture. How law firms and legal departments can turn AI pilots into scalable, compliant workflows.
Lunch & Networking
Balancing Innovation & Ethics: AI’s Role in the Legal Profession
Hitachi Energy & Microsoft
A candid conversation on how AI and emerging technology can reshape legal services without compromising ethics, professional trust, or client confidentiality.
Shaping the Next Frontier in Legal Services
Susanne Leisinger, Homburger
What clients truly need in an era of rapid change — and how legal products and legal services can co-exist and converge to deliver even greater value.
From Reluctance to Routine
Daniel Brugger, University of St. Gallen
Training Law Firms to Work with AI How to build AI literacy, foster adoption, and upskill legal teams – from partners to paralegals.
Coffee Break
Your Innovation Roadmap: Ignite & Sustain Excellence
Maurus Schreyvogel, SLTA
Synthesising the day’s key insights into a concrete, actionable roadmap for continuous legal innovation — designed to be put to work from day one.
Closing Remarks
Nicolas Torrent & Stefano Perucchi, Co-Presidents SLTA
Final words from the Swiss Legal Technology Association, reflecting on the day’s insights and the road ahead for legal innovation in Switzerland.
Networking Reception
Informal discussions, idea exchange, and an opportunity to follow up on conversations sparked throughout the day.
Conference Tickets
SLTA Member Pass
CHF249Includes access to a full day of talks a lovely lunch and plenty of coffee
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CHF349Includes access to a full day of talks a lovely lunch and plenty of coffee
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CHF149Includes access to a full day of talks a lovely lunch and plenty of coffee
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Gain inspiration from thought leaders
At the definitive crossroads of tradition and transformation, Legal Innovation 2026 challenges you to courageously reimagine the very foundation of your practice and the value you provide. This is far more than a standard conference; it is a high-impact call to action for legal professionals who are ready to transition from historical excellence to true future-ready exceptionality by mastering AI, sophisticated automation, and the digital tools of tomorrow.
By joining a community of visionary leaders and tech innovators, you will gain the specific practical strategies and cutting-edge insights necessary to not only meet but consistently exceed the rapidly evolving expectations of your clients. This immersive experience focuses on the “how” of innovation, providing you with a clear roadmap to integrate emerging technologies into your daily workflows while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Find value as partners
In the modern legal landscape, the traditional attorney-client relationship is evolving from a service provider model into a true strategic partnership. Legal Innovation 2026 invites you to explore how high-level collaboration and shared technological goals unlock unprecedented value for both your practice and the organizations you serve. By moving beyond reactive counsel toward a proactive, integrated partnership, you ensure your legal expertise becomes a primary driver of your client’s success rather than a mere cost center.
Join a collective of forward-thinking leaders to master the practical mechanics of building these sustainable, value-driven alliances. By embracing this partnership-first mindset, you position your practice at the forefront of the industry, proving that the most successful legal outcomes are built on a foundation of mutual growth and shared vision.
Our Sponsors & Partners
We wouldn't be able to host our conference without help from these amazing companies. A huge thanks to all our sponsors and partners!
Conference Location
The Circle Convention Centre – steps from Zurich Airport and built for ideas.
The Circle Convention Centre
The Circle 27 Flughafen CH, 8058 Zürich
Our versatile event venue is designed to accommodate all types of events, from business meetings and corporate events to conferences and conventions. With state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional service, The Circle Convention Center delivers that WOW factor your guests will never forget.
We provide seamless access for local and international guests due to our prime location at Zurich Airport. This makes us the top choice for a convention center in Zurich.
Getting by a car
Take highway A51 until exit “Flughafen” and follow the left lane in direction to “The Circle” as well as “Hyatt Regency”. The closest parking P4 has direct access to Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle, which is connected to The Circle Convention Center via an indoor walking bridge. P3 is another parking possibility, located within Zurich Airport. Follow the signage “Circle” within the Zurich Airport shopping area.
Getting by a train
From Zurich Airport, the terminals are just a short walking distance away from The Circle. Follow the clearly marked signage labeled “Circle” through the airport and head towards the bus station. This route will guide you directly to the main entrance of The Circle. The Circle Convention Center is conveniently situated adjacent to the park within The Circle complex. After reaching the main entrance, continue straight ahead in the direction of the park to arrive at the Convention Center’s entrance. The path is easy to navigate, ensuring a seamless connection from the airport to your destination.