Spark US is a legal conference founded and produced by Smokeball, focused on helping law firms grow through legal tech, artificial intelligence (AI), and practice management.
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Start your day with a stunning rooftop view of Chicago’s lakefront while you meet fellow attendees and fuel up for an inspiring day.
Location: Cindy’s Rooftop Bar at the Chicago Athletic Association
Smokeball CEO, Hunter Steele, shares his insights into the future of the legal industry and the impact technology will have on the practice of law in the next year.
Named one of the world's top 30 leadership keynotes, Sterling Hawkins has helped leaders from Fortune 500 teams to the United Nations transform into who the moment requires. Founder of the No Matter What Movement, he shows people, including legal professionals, how to achieve the performance, results, and fulfillment they want regardless of obstacles.
Connect with fellow attendees and explore legal technology solutions.
AI is transforming the practice of law, creating powerful new opportunities for attorneys who know how to use it well. This CLE delivers practical, ethically grounded strategies for weaving AI into your practice—from research to client communication—without crossing professional lines.
Prominent South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh was convicted of murder and later won a new trial after the South Carolina Supreme Court found that Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill had tampered with the jury, denying him a fair trial by an impartial jury. Using film clips from the trial, this session examines how that violation occurred and how the warning signs were missed. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for preventing their own cases from being overturned due to jury misconduct.
Meet your Smokeball Integration Partners (30 mins)
The Smokeball Exchange: Ask, Learn, Explore (30 mins)
Step into historic Chicago as you break for a delicious meal in a space overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan.
Location: White City at the Chicago Athletic Association
Your best legal work deserves an audience, but without the right marketing strategy, even brilliant attorneys stay invisible to the clients who need them most. This CLE reveals how to ethically harness everything from LinkedIn and Reddit to referral networks and digital branding, giving you a proven roadmap to turn one-time cases into a thriving, sustainable 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 rapid-fire CLE webinar, you'll uncover clever tech tips that eliminate everyday frustrations for a big impact on your practice.
Unveiling Smokeball’s Product Roadmap Be the first to hear about some of Smokeball’s newest and soon-to-be-released features, as well as insights into our long-term product vision.
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From incriminating Instagram posts to the hidden meaning behind a single emoji, digital evidence is reshaping the modern courtroom, and the attorneys who master it hold a serious advantage. This CLE dives into the cutting-edge world of social media evidence, emoticon interpretation, and AI-generated content, equipping you with the skills to authenticate, challenge, and leverage digital evidence like never before.
Being busy isn't the same as being profitable, and too many law firms mistake a packed calendar for a thriving bottom line. This CLE breaks down the smart financial strategies that turn billable hours into real profit, giving you the tools to run a firm that's not just active, but actually thriving.
Today’s legal professionals want more than a paycheck; they want a workplace with clear expectations, strong leadership, and healthy culture. This webinar explores how law firms can improve retention, hire smarter, and create an environment where top talent thrives.
Connect with fellow attendees and explore legal technology solutions.
Join us to celebrate the 2026 Beacon Award Winners and acknowledge the essential work of those providing legal services, pro bono work, and mentorship to their clients & communities.
Cap a day of learning and inspiration with fellow attendees in the Venetian Gothic game room dating back to 1893.
Location: Game Room at Chicago Athletic Association
Smarter firm operations
Strategic growth
Ethical innovation
Elevated client service
The Chicago Athletic Association opened in 1893 as an exclusive private club for elite Chicago businessmen, aligned with the World’s Columbian Exposition to reflect the city’s growing prominence.
Inside, it featured one of the most advanced indoor athletic facilities of its time, including handball courts, a running track, billiards rooms, and even a bowling alley—decades ahead of modern fitness clubs.
Today, the building has been transformed into a hotel and is a leading example of adaptive reuse in Chicago. Perched on the Magnificent Mile, the Chicago Athletic Association is a living ode to the city’s rich history.
The Chicago Athletic Association opened in 1893 as an exclusive private club for elite Chicago businessmen, aligned with the World’s Columbian Exposition to reflect the city’s growing prominence.
Inside, it featured one of the most advanced indoor athletic facilities of its time, including handball courts, a running track, billiards rooms, and even a bowling alley—decades ahead of modern fitness clubs.
Today, the building has been transformed into a hotel and is a leading example of adaptive reuse in Chicago. Perched on the Magnificent Mile, the Chicago Athletic Association is a living ode to the city’s rich history.
Spark US is a legal conference founded and produced by Smokeball, focused on helping law firms grow through legal tech, artificial intelligence (AI), and practice management.
The event is relevant to anyone in a law firm, including:
If unsure whether the event is right for you, you’re encouraged to contact us with any questions at spark@smokeball.com
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