Early Bird Registration Now Open
We are delighted to announce that The Legal Conference (TLC) 2026 is now officially open for registration, with early bird tickets available now.
TLC is the UK's first conference built exclusively for senior leaders and decision-makers at small and mid-sized law firms. Taking place on Thursday 15 October 2026 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, TLC 2026 is a full day of leadership insight, strategic discussion, expert panels and meaningful peer networking, designed with one audience in mind: the leaders of SME law firms.
Why TLC Exists
Small and mid-sized law firms are the backbone of the UK legal sector, yet they are consistently underserved by the major industry events, which tend to focus on the large City and national firms. TLC was created to change that. We bring together senior leaders for honest, practical and community-focused conversation. No big firm posturing, no irrelevant content. Just the insights, connections and ideas that actually matter to your firm. Find out more about why you should attend TLC.
Who Should Attend?
TLC is built for the decision-makers who shape SME firm strategy: Managing Partners, Senior Partners, CEOs, COOs and Practice Directors of firms with between 10 and 200 staff. We're expecting 100-200 delegates from across the UK, representing 50+ firms.
What's on the Agenda?
The day kicks off with a networking breakfast before a full programme of content across leadership, strategy, technology and operational excellence. See the full day agenda. Highlights include:
Panel One: "One Future: How Legal Work Is Evolving Today", a discussion exploring how legal work is changing and what it means for SME firms.
Facilitated round table sessions led by senior partners, diving into the issues that matter most to your firm.
Panel Two: "Beyond the Buzzwords: What AI Can Really Do for SME Practices", cutting through the noise on AI adoption with a focus on what is actually delivering results for firms like yours.
Sponsor-led breakout workshops covering key specialist topics, led by our sponsors and exhibitors.
A keynote address from Harriet Beveridge, award-winning executive coach and co-author of 'Will It Make the Boat Go Faster?', followed by a sit-down networking lunch with structured table discussions and a final networking reception to close the day.
Meet the Speakers
We are delighted to have confirmed a strong line-up of speakers for TLC 2026. Our keynote speaker is Harriet Beveridge, award-winning executive coach and co-author of 'Will It Make the Boat Go Faster?'. Panel One features Simon McCrum (Managing Director, McCrum Consulting), Abby Winkworth (Director, Ambire Advisory Limited) and Vidisha Joshi (Founder and Director, V Joshi Consulting Ltd). Panel Two on AI features Mike Leeman (Managing Partner, Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors), James Chadburn (Managing Partner, Dean Wilson) and Francis Davis (Senior Executive, Wavenet). The day will be hosted by Lara Squires, Founder and Director of Consortium – more than marketing. View all confirmed speakers and their full bios.
The Venue
TLC 2026 will be held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, one of the UK's most accessible conference venues, located adjacent to Birmingham International Airport and NEC, with excellent road and rail connections from across the country. We have secured a 10% discounted room rate for delegates staying overnight, along with a reduced parking rate. Find out more about the venue and travel options.
The Evening Before: Optional Dinner
Join us for a dinner at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on the evening of Wednesday 14 October, a relaxed opportunity to meet fellow delegates the night before the main day. The dinner can be added on when booking your ticket via our registration page.
Ticket Pricing
Early bird tickets are priced at £125 + VAT, a saving on the standard rate of £145 + VAT. Early bird places are strictly limited, so we encourage you to register now. If you are bringing three or more colleagues from the same firm, a group rate of £130 + VAT per person is also available.
All tickets include full day conference access, keynote and panel sessions, a networking lunch, refreshments throughout the day, and a digital programme.
How to Register
Visit our registration page to secure your place via Eventbrite. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@thelegalconference.co.uk.
TLC is organised by Consortium More than Marketing, a specialist full-service marketing agency for law firms and professional services businesses.