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Future of Professionals Report 2026

This year’s report illustrates a clear shift: AI is now embedded in professional work, but value hinges on effective execution and the right infrastructure. As a result, a gap is emerging between organizations achieving real impact and those falling behind, with increasing risks emerging across clients, talent, and governance.

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New “AI Guide for Legal Professionals” offers foundational understanding of rapidly changing environment

The newly published “AI Guide for Legal Professionals: A Foundational Overview” provides vital information and critical assistance for how best to leverage AI tools to benefit your legal practice

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Government Legal Department Report: Why are courts & government law agencies so slow to implement AI?

A recent report notes that courts and the government legal agencies that work with them face budget limits, staff shortages, and slow adoption of technologies like generative AI, despite these tools' promise for improving efficiency and access to justice

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The 2026 Future of AI & Technology Forum

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October 21 - 22, 2026

The 25th Annual Law Firm COO & CFO Forum

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Future of Professionals Report 2026

New “AI Guide for Legal Professionals” offers foundational understanding of rapidly changing environment

Government Legal Department Report: Why are courts & government law agencies so slow to implement AI?

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Tax, Accounting & Audit

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Law firm revenues are breaking records, but what might be holding them back?

Are organizations ready for an AI-powered future?

What happens when organizations fall behind on AI?

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Raising Awareness of Human Rights and Sustainability

Tackling human trafficking at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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