Learn from industry leaders

Esther Perel, MA, LMFT, is recognized as one of the most insightful and provocative voices on personal and professional relationships and the complex science behind human interaction. Fluent in nine languages, Esther is a practicing psychotherapist, celebrated speaker and organization consultant to Fortune 500 companies. Her critically acclaimed viral TED Talks have collectively reached over 14 million viewers.

This keynote is your chance to learn from one of the most influential thinkers on building meaningful connections. Esther Perel will show you how mastering relational intelligence is the key to more than just winning cases—it’s about winning trust, collaboration, and loyalty from everyone you work with. Whether you’re facing a tough negotiation, managing complex cases, or simply trying to stand out in a competitive market, she will give you the tools to excel. If you want to walk away with practical, transformative skills to elevate your legal practice, this is the keynote to attend.

We’re excited to welcome Esther to the ClioCon stage!

Richard Susskind is widely recognized as the world’s most cited author on the future of legal services and a leading expert on the societal impact of AI.

He specializes in three core areas:

• The future of professional services
• The future of courts and dispute resolution
• The impact of AI on society, business, and humanity

Richard advises major professional firms, in-house legal teams, and governments and judiciaries around the world. His work has been translated into 18 languages, and he has delivered talks in over 60 countries. He is the author of internationally bestselling books including The Future of Law and Tomorrow’s Lawyers, and has contributed more than 150 columns to The Times.

JJ Velazquez is a leading voice for justice reform, offering legal professionals a rare firsthand perspective on the human impact of wrongful convictions. 

Wrongfully convicted at 22, JJ Velazquez spent more than 27 years in prison before being fully exonerated in 2024. During his incarceration, he became a certified paralegal, earned two degrees, and created transformative programs that continue to inspire change today. Against all odds, he turned injustice into a force for hope and reform, mentoring others, advocating for youth, and amplifying the voices of those behind bars.

In his keynote, JJ will take you inside his extraordinary journey from the walls of Sing Sing to the steps of the Supreme Court. He will share how resilience, purpose, and the power of gratitude became his lifeline through decades of wrongful imprisonment. His story is not only about survival but about redefining what is possible when courage meets conviction, and how one person’s determination can spark meaningful change in the pursuit of justice.

Jack Newton is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Clio, a company revolutionizing the legal experience through cloud-based and client-centered legal technology. With foundations in AI and machine learning research, Jack Newton has been at the forefront of leveraging advanced technologies to transform the legal industry—from cloud computing to AI.

Widely recognized as a pioneer in the legaltech industry, Jack Newton has led the charge in educating the legal community about the security, ethics, privacy considerations, and advantages of operating a law firm in the cloud. Through his visionary leadership, Clio has significantly improved the lives and businesses of lawyers, while simultaneously increasing accessibility and equity in legal services through innovative and technology solutions.

Jack is also an accomplished author. His bestselling book, The Client-Centered Law Firm, guides law firms to thrive in today’s experience-driven era. His insights and thought leadership have been instrumental in shaping the future of the legal profession.

Follow Jack Newton for his timely commentary on technology, the legal industry, and the future of the profession.

Anthony (“Tony”) Interlandi is the owner of Monarch Law in Berlin, CT. Tony is licensed to practice in Connecticut & New York. Monarch is focused on labor & employment issues. Tony has litigated cases throughout Connecticut, including administrative agencies, and state and federal court.

Sam Tomlinson, EVP at Warschawski, merges finance, economics, and marketing to enhance business performance. He leads strategy and the agency’s digital and analytics teams, focusing on innovation and data-driven solutions. Sam also manages W Ventures and advises early-stage startups.

Erin, Office Manager at Edwards Creative Law, brings 6 years of experience optimizing hybrid work models. With a law clerk background and passion for process development, she blends legal industry knowledge with digital marketing skills to streamline operations and boost client engagement.

Dave Aarons is the Co-founder and CEO of Access Legal. For over two decades he has worked with attorneys to help implement affordable service models leading to financial success for their firms, and he is passionate about inspiring a new era of socially conscious entrepreneurship.

Margarita Eberline is a pioneer in legal marketing and the visionary founder of Marketing Boss, a Chief Marketing Officer firm exclusively for law firms. Marketing Boss fills a critical gap in the legal industry by providing innovative marketing leadership tailored to the unique needs of attorneys.

As the Co-Founder and CMO of US Legal Marketing Group, Brent provides expertise in full-stack digital marketing for law firms. Part marketing technologist, part content creator, he builds thoughtful user journeys that bring value to consumers through compelling messaging and experiences.

Wendy S. Meadows is a sought-after family law mediator, coach, adjunct professor, and bestselling author helping lawyers build profitable, balanced practices without burnout. A former litigator turned entrepreneur, she teaches tangible strategies and mindset shifts for sustainable success.

Caitlin is the co-founder, attorney and social media guru behind Magenta Fusion Brandworks, blending branding and digital marketing with modern law. With 15 years as a business attorney and speaker, and a decade in social media strategy, she helps firms embrace tech, scale and prioritize wellness.

Lisa Snyder is a business development and strategic partnership leader with experience in legal technology, AI, and software integrations. As the driving force behind the development and launch of Abby AI Receptionist, Lisa has helped introduce a groundbreaking AI-powered receptionist solution.

William Haddad is Vice President of Product & Strategy at Scorpion, where he leads the development of integrated marketing technology and automation tools designed to help law firms grow. With more than ten years of experience in digital marketing, he’s worked with hundreds of small businesses on everything from paid search and SEO to branding, web design, and campaign strategy. William approaches marketing through the lens of product—building systems that connect data, platforms, and outcomes in ways that actually make sense for business owners. He’s passionate about helping firms simplify their marketing, understand what’s working, and get better results without wasting time or money.

Amélie Vavrovsky leads Formally, an AI-powered legal platform streamlining workflows for law firms. A Stanford AI & digital rights expert, she’s been recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and the ABA for her work in legal tech.

Justie Nicol is the CEO and Visionary for COLawTeam and is well known for legal tech innovation and systems design. Justie is passionate about team wellness, and will often conduct meetings from horseback while getting necessary vitamin D.

Burton Kelso is the Owner and Chief Tech Expert at Integral, a computer repair, IT support, and managed services company. He is a two-time TEDx Keynote Speaker and an Expert on Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Social Media Marketing. He is also an on-air guest TV tech expert and consumer products expert on TV and radio stations across the globe.

Mark Britton is the founder of the legal marketplace, Avvo.com. Upon his retirement from Avvo in 2018, Above the Law called Mark “the person who most disrupted law this decade.”

Prior to founding Avvo, Mark was the executive vice president of Worldwide Corporate Affairs of InterActiveCorp Travel (NSDQ: IAC) and Expedia, Inc. (NSDQ: EXPE). In this position, Mark oversaw all strategy, finance, accounting, corporate development, legal, human resources and government relations functions for the IAC Travel companies, including Expedia, Hotels.com, Hotwire, Classic Custom Vacations and Interval International. Mark was also Expedia’s first general counsel and a former regulator at the Securities & Exchange Commission. 

Today, Mark stays active in the legal industry by advising some of its most innovative companies, including Clio (www.clio.com), Clearbrief (www.clearbrief.com) and Tangibly (www.tangibly.com). Mark also regularly advises courts and other policy groups regarding technology, access to justice and the future of law.

Mark received his law degree from George Washington University. He holds a degree in finance from Gonzaga University and served on Gonzaga’s Board of Regents for 14 years. He has appeared on major news programs, including ABC’s Good Morning America, Fox Business News, CNN Money and Dow Jones MarketWatch. He also received Ernst & Young’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award in 2015.

Shari Borek, President of Borek Consulting Group has been in the legal technology industry for almost 30 years. As a Clio Gold Certified Consultant, she works to help implement Clio in law firms as well as helping existing firms make the most out of their investment.

Peggy Gruenke is the Founder of CPN Legal and currently works in sales. Peggy’s favorite part of her work is helping lawyers succeed and fostering the Clio partnership. Her experience at

the Cincinnati Bar Association led her to start CPN Legal.

Kim is the Co-Founder of Fidu, the complete client experience platform empowering legal teams to sell, deliver, and scale subscription and flat fee legal services.

In addition to co-founding Fidu, Kim is a leading legal industry disruptor, a subscription design strategist, speaker, and tech enthusiast. For nearly 15 years, she ran K Bennett Law LLC — one of the first virtual brand strategy law firms delivering subscription and flat fee legal services to CEOs and executive teams.

Beyond Fidu and her law practice, Kim is the founder of Designing the New Legal, serves on the Governing Council for the ABA Center for Innovation, and is a former planning board member of the ABA TECHSHOW. She has been an advisor to companies like Casetext and has been recognized as a Women of Legal Tech and Fastcase 50 honoree.

Chinwe Ohanele is a dynamic attorney and strategist who empowers creators and entrepreneurs through expert legal guidance. From IP protection to business strategy, she helps clients thrive. A global speaker, she’s passionate about leadership, creativity, and driving bold ideas forward.

Terry DeMeo

Terry is a Master Certified Coach and ICF-Professional Certified Coach who has worked with lawyers, law firms, medical practices, and non-profit and for-profit organizations for the last 18 years. Prior to that, she was a practicing attorney for over 20 years, in both large and small law firms and as a solo practitioner. She has specialized training in systemic approaches to problem solving.