It helped to know that I am not alone and that there are other like-minded women leaders out there.
New York, NY
A blend of panel discussions, live polling, breakout sessions, and networking over two days.

It helped to know that I am not alone and that there are other like-minded women leaders out there.

The Managing Partner Forum is a go-to resource for not only what’s currently important to law firm leaders, but how law firm leaders are dealing with the issue of the moment and preparing for those of the future.

We have enjoyed working with John Remsen and his talented team. The Managing Partner Forum provides excellent content that truly assists in operating a successful business in today’s challenging environment.

The MPF programs always provide relevant, timely educational content. They are high energy and interactive which makes them fun to attend, too.

Great conference, thank you for the invitation.

The information sharing at the MPIEs is especially valuable.

My partner and I really enjoyed the conference and we look forward to attending again next year.

Connecting with other firm leaders, as it felt more like a ‘retreat’ than a ‘conference.’ Fantastic format allowed for great information and advice sharing.

I go to a lot of conferences, and your event is the one I look forward to and gain the most from each year. The power of this group is incredible. So privileged to be a part of it. Thank you for what you do for our industry.

Connecting with other firm leaders, as it felt more like a ‘retreat’ than a ‘conference.’ Fantastic format allowed for great information and advice sharing.

ATL was a great time, and I really enjoyed the conference, as always.

That was my first experience at the conference, and it was tremendously valuable.

Great job! Keep it going. Thank you for the excellent work you do for the profession.

The collegiality and brainstorming opportunities can’t be beat.

The MPF Conference is always a great event. The MPIEs and Workshops were really good this year.


The program topics are timely and well presented. Every time I attend, I learn something new.

MPF is on top of the issues facing firm leaders, often before we even see them coming in our own firms, and provides timely advice from industry experts to see us through them.

I highly recommend the MPF Leadership Conference. I’ve participated many times, as have several of my partners. We leave with new ideas and fresh perspectives every time.

Hands down the best leadership conference for managing partners I’ve ever attended.

This is my 12th or 13th time attending, and it’s always the best conference I attend every year.

The MPIEs are interesting, informative and very useful!

I look forward to this Conference every year. It really helps me to be a more effective firm leader.

MPF provides tremendous value and excellent resources. Great information. Great speakers. Great networking opportunities.

The agenda for The MPF 2026 Fall Symposium is presented below. Participants valued the high-level, interactive format and, each year, we introduce new faculty to keep our content fresh.
October 6–7, 2026
The Gleacher Center • Chicago, IL
Panel Discussions · Live Polling · Breakouts · Networking
An Introduction to The MPF Fall Symposium
We will open this year’s Fall Symposium - Empowering Women in Law Firm Leadership - with opening remarks from our co-hosts, as well as a few live polling questions and panel discussion with selected faculty members.
Jacqueline Newman, Esq., Managing Partner — Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP
John Remsen, Jr., President & CEO — Managing Partner Forum
PANEL DISCUSSION: Big Picture Trends Impacting Smaller and Midsize Law Firms
John Remsen, Jr. (Moderator), President & CEO — Managing Partner Forum
Elise Holtzman, JD, PCC, Founder & CEO — The Lawyer's Edge
Amanda Koplos, CLM, CPA, Chief Operating Officer — Shuffield Lowman & Wilson PA
Jacqueline Newman, Esq., Managing Partner — Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP
PANEL DISCUSSION: Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent at Your Firm
Jacqueline Newman, Esq. (Moderator), Managing Partner — Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP
Erin K. Higgins, Esq., Managing Partner — Conn Kavanaugh
Analynn M. López-Córdova, Esq., President & Managing Shareholder — Toro Colón Mullet
Fiona S. Trevelyan, President & CEO — NALP (National Assn of Law Placement) Foundation
BREAKOUT SESSION: Best Practices in Talent Recruiting and Retention: What Works. What Doesn't.
Pre-assigned breakout groups of 10-12 persons.
Presented by Laurel
BREAKOUT SESSION REPORTS: Best Practices in Talent Recruiting and Retention
Report backs on breakout discussions.
Jacqueline Newman, Esq., Managing Partner — Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP
Fiona S. Trevelyan, President & CEO — NALP (National Assn of Law Placement) Foundation
PANEL DISCUSSION: Strategies to Improve Profitability in 2027
Deborah L. de Vries, CPA, CGMA (Moderator), Principal — Baker Tilly x Anchin
Katherine Gloede, Regional Vice President — American Arbitration Association
Amanda Koplos, CLM, CPA, Chief Operating Officer — Shuffield Lowman & Wilson PA
Eileen M. Letts, Esq., Managing Partner-Chicago Office — Zuber Lawler LLP
PANEL DISCUSSION: Trends in Law Firm Compensation Models
Jenna Hatch, Esq., Managing Partner — Pearson Butler
Amanda Koplos, CLM, CPA, Chief Operating Officer — Shuffield Lowman & Wilson PA
Analynn M. López-Córdova, Esq., President & Managing Shareholder — Toro Colón Mullet
Yulissa Zulaica, JD, LLM, Managing Shareholder — JKZ LLP
Pimco Midway Bar & Veranda
Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oevres with peers and faculty.
Join your peers for dinner at one of Chicago’s finest restaurants.
Morton's The Steakhouse — Laurel
Ocean Prime — The Lawyer's Edge
The Evie — Baker Tilly x Anchin
PANEL DISCUSSION/CASE STUDY: How Firms Are Approaching AI Integration
Maggie T. Watkins (Moderator), Chief Executive Officer — Maggie T. Watkins Consulting
Sarah Binau, Account Executive — Laurel
Linda Perez Clark, Esq., Managing Partner — Kean Miller LLP
PANEL DISCUSSION: The Power of Coaching: Developing Leaders and Strengthening Firms
Elise Holtzman, JD, PCC (Moderator), Founder & CEO — The Lawyer's Edge
Kirsten Scheurer Branigan, Esq., Managing Partner — KSBranigan Law PC
Ella Kay Gower, Esq., Managing Shareholder — Miller Starr Regalia
April Bogard Pinter, Esq., Chief Executive Officer — Cranfill Sumner
PANEL DISCUSSION: Law Firm Business Models of the Future
Jacqueline Newman, Esq. (Moderator), Managing Partner — Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP
Jenna Hatch, Esq., Managing Partner — Pearson Butler
Trisha M. Rich, Esq., Partner — Holland & Knight LLP
Lessons Learned at The MPF Fall Symposium