Why Law Firm Leaders Need The EMPOWER :: Legal Leadership Conference

Leadership in Law Shouldn’t Be a Solo Journey

Leading a law firm is challenging. 

The demands are endless. Balancing leadership and lawyering, revenue generation and profitability, client satisfaction and reputation management, talent acquisition, development, retention, succession, regulatory compliance, and the rapid pace of social and technological advancements—the list goes on.  It’s overwhelming. Even for the most experienced leaders.

But here’s some good news. It doesn’t have to be done alone.

That’s why we created the EMPOWER :: Legal Leadership Conference—a day-and-a-half immersive retreat designed to bring law firm leaders together to refine their leadership, strengthen their firms, enhance their leadership networks and build a sustainable future in a changing legal landscape.

“Leadership often feels isolating, but the reality is, we’re better, stronger, happier leaders when we collaborate with other leaders. EMPOWER isn’t just about learning from experts—it’s about engaging in honest, high-level conversations with peers who understand your challenges and can share real, actionable insights that they have gained ‘in the arena’ of law firm leadership.”— Jane Southren, Southren Group Inc.

The Power of Gathering Legal Leaders Together

Adding to the already significant challenges, law firm leadership is evolving at an unprecedented rate. In today’s legal landscape, standing still is the same as falling behind. As the Red Queen said in Alice Through the Looking Glass:

“Here we must run as fast as we can, just to stay in place. And if you wish to go anywhere you must run twice as fast as that.”

This sentiment perfectly captures the demands of law firm leadership today—it requires constant agility, adaptation, and innovation. And that’s why leaders  need a space to step back, strategize, and gain insight from others who share the same challenges, and truly  understand what it means to lead in this profession.

“Effective leadership in today's law firm is crucial for navigating change, fostering innovation, and cultivating a strong culture that will drive success in the competitive and constantly changing landscape your firms exist in today and for some time to come. Participating in information exchange programs like EMPOWER: Legal Leadership Conference will enhance the skills and attributes associated with effective leadership.” —Stephen Mabey, Applied Strategies Inc.

EMPOWER :: A Leadership Experience Like No Other

This retreat isn’t about passive learning—it’s about engaging in expert-facilitated  discussions, strategic networking, and candid conversations with peers who  share the realities of leading a firm.

Why attend? Law firm leadership is evolving, and those who embrace continuous learning, collaboration, and fresh strategies will be the ones who thrive. EMPOWER is designed for action-oriented leaders—whether they’re already at the helm of a firm or preparing to take on a leadership role in the future.

At this event, participants will:

✔ Expand leadership skills with strategies tailored for law firms.

✔ Enhance their financial decision-making by gaining a deeper understanding of firm KPIs and the sector’s financial trends.

✔ Refine talent and client development strategies, learning how to attract, retain, and grow the right people.

✔ Cultivate meaningful relationships with fellow law firm leaders who share their challenges and ambitions.

✔ Walk away with tangible takeaways to apply immediately, strengthening their firm’s foundation.

“We appoint our best client-facing partners as our leaders, with only their predecessors' example (good and bad), as the example for their role. EMPOWER sets out to build theoretical foundations, inspire leadership con fidence and overlay that with a community of people walking the same journey sharing their successes and challenges. We aim to create a vulnerable, challenging and supportive time to see us all grow.” —Paul Wilson, Law Firm Leadership Expert

Join Us – Let’s Lead the Future Together

Law firm leaders who are ready to move beyond the challenges of leading in isolation and step into a network of peers who inspire and support each other are the reason we created  EMPOWER.

Are you one of them? Join us!

📅 May 28-29, 2025 

📍 The Glenerin Inn, Mississauga

🎟 Limited seats available – Secure your spot today!

🔗 EMPOWER :: Legal Leadership Conference

Registration closes April 17, 2025 (or whenever the event sells out).