5 MARCH 2026, THURSDAY, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM GMT

International Women’s Day

Defining the future of legal, together
Led by women who lead, innovate, and inspire

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About the Event

Hosted by SpotDraft, Beacon LIVE: International Women’s Day is a gathering that celebrates women redefining what’s next for legal.

Led by an all-star lineup of women speakers and facilitators, this event invites men and women across the legal community to join in open, inclusive dialogue about the future of legal work.

Why Join Us

Women
Leading the Conversation

Hear from an all-star lineup of women leaders across legal and business leadership who are shaping how legal teams work, hire, and function today.
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Practical Insights and Trends

Cut through the noise: panels and short talks will surface real trends and deliver concrete ideas you can test back at your desk.
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A Forum for Inclusive Dialogue

Led by women but open to all, the event creates a respectful space to explore diversity, equity and the practical steps organisations can take to accelerate change.
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Peer-to-Peer Problem Solving

Small-group discussions and facilitated roundtables let you surface current challenges, swap playbooks, and leave with pragmatic approaches from peers facing the same issues.
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Agenda

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Arrival & Registration
Canapés & Conversations
Ease into the afternoon with good food, conversations, and introductions. Connect with fellow leaders as we set the tone for an inspiring day ahead.
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SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Roundtable 1
Leading with AI: Empowering the Next Generation of Women in Legal
An interactive roundtable on how women legal leaders are using AI to amplify their impact - balancing innovation with empathy, data with intuition.
Themes include:
  • How AI is reshaping leadership and workload balance
  • Building influence through data-driven decision-making
  • Creating equitable opportunities in the age of automation
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Panel
The Future of Legal Work: Evaluating Success, Flexibility, and Balance
As the legal industry evolves, so do expectations around leadership, career growth, and well-being. This panel brings together diverse perspectives on building sustainable careers, championing inclusivity, and leading with purpose in a hybrid, AI-driven world.
Themes include:
  • The evolution of legal work and team culture
  • Redefining success and ambition for modern leaders
  • Creating space for balance and belonging in high-performance teams
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
2:30 PM - 3.00 PM
Roundtable 2
The Power of Networks: Collaboration as a Catalyst for Growth
Success in modern legal leadership isn’t built in isolation. This roundtable explores how women leaders are building strong professional networks, inside and outside their organisations, to share knowledge, unlock opportunities, and amplify collective influence.
Themes include:
  • Mentorship and sponsorship in the hybrid workplace
  • Building trust and collaboration across teams and industries
  • Leveraging community to drive innovation and belonging
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
3:00 - 3:30 PM
BREAK
High Tea & Conversations
A late afternoon pause to reflect and connect with peers. Enjoy light bites and tea/coffee while networking.
3.30 - 4:00 PM
Fireside Chat
Influence, Visibility and Voice: Women Leading Legal’s Next Chapter
In an industry evolving faster than ever, building influence goes beyond expertise. This fireside chat dives into how women leaders are shaping narratives, owning their voices, and redefining visibility in the modern legal landscape.
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
Smiling man with short black hair wearing a black shirt against a blue circular background.
SPEAKER
Shashank Bijapur
4:00 - 5:00 PM
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Chocolate Artisan Experience
Embark on a guided tasting journey led by expert chocolatiers. Discover the artistry behind crafting distinctive flavours and textures, and experience chocolate like never before.
5:00 PM Onwards
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Beacon Happy Hour
End the day with light bites and great company. Reflect on the conversations that will carry forward beyond the event.

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Smiling woman holding a glass of white wine at a social gathering.
Three people smiling and talking while standing around a table with glasses of drinks.
Smiling man in black shirt holding a drink, engaged in conversation with a person in a blue suit.
Two women holding wine glasses engaging in conversation, one smiling and holding a name tag.
Smiling woman in a gray blazer holding a glass and talking to people at a social gathering indoors.
Two men engaged in a lively conversation, one holding a glass of white wine, in a social gathering.
Woman in black sweater and white scarf holding a glass of white wine and talking to another woman at a social event.
Smiling woman wearing glasses and a small crown headband at a social gathering with glasses of champagne in front of her.
Four women smiling and talking around a table with wine glasses at a social gathering.
Three women engaged in lively conversation, one holding a glass and smiling warmly.
Group of men at a social event with one man smiling and gesturing while others hold wine glasses.
Smiling woman with glasses holding two glasses of white wine while toasting with others.
Smiling woman holding a glass of white wine at a social gathering.
Man wearing glasses animatedly talking to two people at a social gathering with wine glasses on the table.
Smiling woman holding a wine glass in a social gathering with people conversing around her.
Two women engaged in conversation at a table with glasses of white wine in a warmly lit indoor setting.
Man showing a smartphone to a woman at a social event with glasses of champagne on the table.
Smiling woman wearing lightning bolt earrings and a nametag talking to two people at a social event with blurred lights in the background.
Three people smiling and talking while standing around a table with glasses of drinks.
Smiling man in black shirt holding a drink, engaged in conversation with a person in a blue suit.
Two women holding wine glasses engaging in conversation, one smiling and holding a name tag.
Smiling woman in a gray blazer holding a glass and talking to people at a social gathering indoors.
Two men engaged in a lively conversation, one holding a glass of white wine, in a social gathering.
Woman in black sweater and white scarf holding a glass of white wine and talking to another woman at a social event.
Smiling woman wearing glasses and a small crown headband at a social gathering with glasses of champagne in front of her.
Four women smiling and talking around a table with wine glasses at a social gathering.
Three women engaged in lively conversation, one holding a glass and smiling warmly.
Group of men at a social event with one man smiling and gesturing while others hold wine glasses.
Smiling woman with glasses holding two glasses of white wine while toasting with others.
Smiling woman holding a glass of white wine at a social gathering.
Man wearing glasses animatedly talking to two people at a social gathering with wine glasses on the table.
Smiling woman holding a wine glass in a social gathering with people conversing around her.
Two women engaged in conversation at a table with glasses of white wine in a warmly lit indoor setting.
Man showing a smartphone to a woman at a social event with glasses of champagne on the table.
Smiling woman wearing lightning bolt earrings and a nametag talking to two people at a social event with blurred lights in the background.

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