First programme highlights of legalXchange 2026
legalXchange 2026 is taking shape: the first programme highlights of the professional congress, accompanied by a specialist trade fair, are now available online. Look forward to keynotes, panel discussions and workshops covering innovative business models, data strategies and the ethical questions shaping the future of legal practice.
Keynote by tech analyst and investor Philipp Klöckner
legalXchange will open with a keynote by Philipp Klöckner, one of the most prominent figures in Germany’s digital economy. In his keynote, “Beyond the AI Hype”, he will assess the current state of artificial intelligence and explore the implications for the justice system and legal practice.
Where perspectives meet practice: the future of law in discussion
A central element of legalXchange 2026, alongside keynotes and workshops, is its high-profile panel discussions. Experts from in-house legal departments, law firms, tech companies and academia will come together to exchange perspectives and share practical insights. Confirmed panels and sessions include:
- Different Paths to Legal AI: Founders share their journeys, perspectives and visions – with representatives from BRYTER, Legora, Libra, Noxtua and Prime Legal AI
- Benchmarking Legal AI: Model Development with Prof. Dr Matthias Grabmair (Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Legal Tech) and Clemens Hufeld (Vice President Legal Data, Noxtua AG)
- No AI Without Data – Data and Data Strategies in Law with Luise Kranich (Head of Division, BSI), Christian Kuß (Lawyer & Partner, Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH) and Felix Mannewitz (Head of Legal – IT & Software Licensing, Siemens)
- The Role of Legal Expenses Insurers in the Digital Age with Dr Renko Dirksen (Chairman of the Management Board, ARAG SE), Philipp Eder (Managing Director, Allianz Rechtsschutz-Service GmbH) and Daniela Holzinger-Vogtenhuber (Chair, Consumer Protection Association, Vienna)
- How AI Enables and Combats Cybercrime with Dr Bernhard Haslhofer (Head of Research Group Digital Currencies, Complexity Science Hub), Prof. Dr Christian Rückert (Chair of Criminal Law, University of Bayreuth) and Senior Public Prosecutor Christine Schäl (Bavarian Central Office for Cybercrime)
The programme is complemented by a Career Lounge for students and young professionals, start-up pitches and a specialist exhibition featuring legal tech providers. Explore the programme here: http://legalxchange.de/en/programme/ Further sessions will be announced in the coming weeks, including the Masterclasses.
Discover the agenda now and secure your ticket for legalXchange 2026. Join the legal community from 28–30 April 2026 at BMW Welt in Munich to discuss AI, legal tech and the future of legal practice!
