Insights from Legal Innovators: Highlights of the General Counsel Midwest Conference 2025

During the General Counsel Midwest Conference in April 2025 in Chicago, Legal Speak convened with a diverse assembly of legal professionals, including general counsels, technologists, and executives from multinational corporations. The discussions spanned several key topics including budgeting, artificial intelligence, strategic leadership, and cybersecurity. Legal Speak host Patrick Smith interviewed a spectrum of experts, gathering insights into the current state of legal practices and future initiatives.

Among the highlights was an engaging session where Patrick Smith interviewed Dustin McDaniel, the co-chair of the State Attorneys General Group at Cozen O’Connor and former Attorney General of Arkansas, alongside Liz Murrill, the Attorney General of Louisiana. The conversation delved into the dynamics of effectively collaborating with state attorneys general. Both McDaniel and Murrill offered valuable perspectives on navigating regulatory landscapes and building strong professional relationships within the legal sphere. For more details on their insights, visit the original publication.