Spark 2026 resources
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Resources
“Practicing Law with AI: Ethical Innovations for Attorneys”
AI is changing what's possible in the practice of law, and attorneys who learn to use it well are gaining a real edge. Let this SPARK session resource ethically present sound strategies for bringing AI into your practice — from legal research to client communication — while staying within professional bounds.
“The Murdaugh Murders Reversal: Autopsy of a Flawed Prosecution”
Alex Murdaugh, once a prominent South Carolina attorney, was convicted of murder — only to win a new trial after the South Carolina Supreme Court found that Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill had tampered with the jury, violating his right to a fair and impartial trial. Drawing on clips from the courtroom, this SPARK session led by attorney Philip Bogdanoff breaks down how that misconduct unfolded and why it went undetected for so long. Leave with concrete strategies for safeguarding your own cases from being overturned due to jury misconduct.
“Scaling Your Practice: Marketing that Drives Sustainable Growth”
Great legal work doesn't speak for itself — without a solid marketing strategy, even the best attorneys can stay invisible to the clients who need them most. Let attorney Annette Choti show you how to ethically build visibility using LinkedIn, Reddit, referral networks, and digital branding, giving you a clear roadmap for turning one-time cases into a thriving, sustainable practice.
“60 Tech Tips in 60 Minutes: Boost Your Legal Practice”
Every minute lost to clunky email, messy files, and scheduling headaches is a minute stolen from billable work. Attorneys Jordan Turk and Laurence Colletti are here to give it back in this fast-paced, tech driven, SPARK session. You'll uncover clever tech tips that eliminate everyday frustrations for a big impact on your practice.
“Digital Evidence in the Modern Age: Social Media, Emoticons, and AI”
Litigation increasingly turns on evidence that didn't exist a decade ago: social media posts, emojis, text threads, and AI-generated content. Courts are still working out consistent rules for handling this material, which leaves real room for attorneys who understand it well. This SPARK session covers the key issues — authenticating digital evidence, interpreting ambiguous content, and spotting AI-generated or manipulated material before it becomes a problem at trial.
“From Busy to Profitable: Smarter Financial Decisions for Law Firms”
Staying busy and staying profitable are two different things — but many law firms still treat a full calendar as proof the business is healthy. Let this SPARK resource unpack the financial strategies that actually convert billable hours into profit, equipping you with practical tools to build a firm that's thriving, not just occupied.
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