ILA Webinar – 17-May-2020
1. Event Overviews
- Event Name: Webinar by Indian Lawyers Association, New Delhi Chapter and Vakilsearch
- Event Location: Virtual
- Event Date & Time: Sunday, May 17, 2020, at 11 AM IST
- Event Purpose: This webinar aimed to explore the essential IT skills modern lawyers need and the range of legal tech tools available to enhance efficiency, research, and case management. It delved into how legal professionals and institutions—both in India and globally, including the USA—are leveraging technology to transform legal practice, streamline court processes, and improve access to justice. The session provided valuable insights into global best practices and how Indian legal professionals can adopt similar innovations.
2. Panelists
Panelist – 1
- Full Name: Meghna Mishra
- Designation: Partner
- Organization: Karanjawala & Co.
Panelist – 2
- Full Name: Gagan Kumar
- Designation: President, ILA-Delhi & Founder
- Organization: – Krishnomics Legal
Panelist– 3
- Full Name: Balaji D
- Designation: CBO
- Organization: Vakilsearch
3. Host & Moderator
- Full Name: Navneet Chugh
- Designation: Chairman, ILA & Managing Partner
- Organization: Chugh LLP
4. Event Conclusion / Key Outcomes
- Summary of Key Highlights or Achievements:
The webinar concluded with insightful discussions from all speakers, who highlighted the growing importance of IT skills for legal professionals and showcased various legal tech tools transforming the legal landscape. From case management systems to virtual courtrooms, the session shed light on how lawyers, courts, and arbiters—especially in the USA and other developed countries—are effectively using technology to improve efficiency and access to justice. Mr. Navneet played a pivotal role in steering the conversation, ensuring that all key themes were thoroughly addressed and the session remained engaging and informative throughout.