The countdown is on! This month, Canadian legal management professionals will gather in Hamilton for the TLOMA 2026 Conference & Trade Show, a dynamic event built around this year's theme, Beyond the Billable. The conference will explore the people, strategies, innovation, and leadership that power successful law firms beyond traditional measures of productivity.

From September 22 to 24, we're looking forward to engaging educational sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and a vibrant Trade Show showcasing the latest solutions for law firm management.

Inspiring Speakers and Thought-Provoking Content

TLOMA 2026 features an impressive roster of keynote and plenary speakers who will challenge attendees to think differently about leadership, innovation, and the future of the legal profession.

Highlights include opening keynote speaker Daniel Lewis, presenting B.E.Y.O.N.D: The Human Systems That Power Law Firms Forward, and closing keynote speaker Mike Downie, who will share insights from Telling Canada's Story and explore how the most meaningful work we do lives on through the stories we tell.

Attendees will also hear from respected thought leaders, including Liane Davey, who will address the growing challenge of invisible workload in organizations, and a panel of industry leaders discussing what keeps law firm leaders awake at night and what comes next for the profession.

Sessions exploring artificial intelligence, technology adoption, benefits, finance, marketing, and operational excellence ensure there will be something for everyone.

Expertise Exchange: Conversations That Matter

One of the most anticipated elements of the conference is the Expertise Exchange, where attendees will engage in meaningful peer-to-peer discussions and share practical solutions to common challenges. These collaborative conversations promise valuable takeaways, fresh perspectives, and lasting professional connections.

Whether you're looking for new ideas, practical advice, or the opportunity to learn from colleagues facing similar challenges, the Expertise Exchange is sure to be a conference highlight.

A Trade Show Designed for Discovery

The TLOMA Trade Show continues to be one of the conference's biggest attractions, featuring exhibitors representing technology, human resources, finance, marketing, operations, and other key service areas supporting law firms.

Attendees will have the opportunity to discover innovative products and services, connect with trusted business partners, explore emerging technologies, identify practical solutions to today's challenges, and even win some excellent prizes along the way!

An Unforgettable Welcome at the Art Gallery of Hamilton

The conference officially begins on Tuesday evening with a special Welcome Event at the Art Gallery of Hamilton, setting the perfect tone for three days of learning, collaboration, and connection.

Attendees will enjoy the inspiring surroundings of one of Hamilton's most celebrated cultural venues while reconnecting with colleagues, meeting new faces, and building relationships that will continue throughout the conference.

The evening offers a relaxed atmosphere for conversation, networking, and community before the educational sessions begin.

For first-time attendees, the evening also includes a dedicated cocktail reception, ensuring everyone feels welcomed, included, and connected from the very start.

See You in Hamilton!

The 2026 Conference & Trade Show is an opportunity to learn from industry leaders, exchange ideas with peers, discover innovative business solutions, and strengthen the professional relationships that make the TLOMA community so valuable.

We can't wait to welcome you to Hamilton as we explore what lies Beyond the Billable.

Amanda Hinsperger (TLOMA 2026 Conference Chair)

Director of Operations | Evans Phil LLP

Having built a career in Operations and HR, I ventured into the wild and wonderful world of legal management in 2022 when I joined my current firm, Evans, Philp LLP, an insurance defence firm in Hamilton, where I am now Director of Operations. 

As so many of us TLOMA members do, I manage my firm’s day to day operations, client compliance, HR and (the seemingly never ending) more. I may have built my career in operations and HR, but boy was there a lot to learn about the nuance of law office management! TLOMA has been an incredible resource for not only reliable, applicable information, but also helping me build a network of peers I never would have met otherwise. 

I joined the Conference Committee in 2024 as a way to contribute to the community, jumpstart that networking and push myself out of my comfort zone. Now I am proud to be Chair for our 2026 Conference in Hamilton! I am so grateful to be the Board representative for the incredible committee we have built. The committee has been hard at work to bring a packed agenda, and we hope to see you in September!