Scott Winter is the CRM evangelist at LexisNexis InterAction and the VP of Client Development at Index Solutions. (Index). With more than a decade of CRM experience supporting professional services, Scott’s focus at Index is solving data quality and accuracy problems for LexisNexis InterAction clients, implementing best practices, and leveraging firm relationships to support business development strategies. After directing InterAction for over 10 years, securing over 70% of the Am Law 100, Scott continues to evangelize for InterAction as the market leader in legal CRM.

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Andy Brownstein is an attorney with GreeneHurlocker and a former CFO with over 25 years of experience counseling early-stage and mature companies in corporate, M&A, and real estate matters. Connect with him on LinkedIn.

Ben Roberts has more than a decade of experience in the localization industry, with more than half in legal services. At Welocalize (@Welocalize), he assists large corporate clients as well as international law firms in navigating the challenges and complexities of legal translations across many areas including litigation and intellectual property. His extensive knowledge of machine and human translation platforms allows him to deliver best-in-class service to his client base. Email him to learn about Welocalize’s AI-enabled e-discovery solutions and litigation translation services.

Jacqueline S. Vinaccia has acted as an expert in attorney fee auditing in several states. As her law practice grew, she recognized the benefit to teaching the billing habits that end up on her “cutting-room floor.” Currently, she is a partner and the lead litigator at Lounsbery Ferguson Altona & Peak LLP, a municipal law, business and real estate law firm in Escondido, CA. She has written several articles and presented seminars on proper billing techniques throughout the country.

Andrea Williams is the Community Manager at The Law Offices of Alcock & Associates P.C., a premier law group in Arizona that provides legal services to clients involved in personal injury, DUI, immigration and criminal cases. She enjoys cooking, reading books and playing minigolf with her friends and family in her spare time.

Bruce Willey is an attorney and CPA who has served as an accountant, tax and wealth-building specialist for individuals and business owners for over three decades. He is the founder of American Tax and Business Planning, specializing in tax minimization, wealth and tax guidance and transition management for individuals and business owners. He is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Follow him on LinkedIn.

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Vivian Manning retired from Barriston Law LLP in Barrie, Bracebridge and Cookstown, Ontario in 2019. For more than 16 years she served as the firm’s IT manager, office manager and technology trainer. Prior to moving into IT, Vivian practiced law at Barriston LLP (formerly Burgar Rowe PC) primarily in the area of Municipal Land Development, with a total of 17 years in private practice before switching to the IT side of the law office.

Michael Baker is Managing Partner at Dent Moses, a national accounting consultancy based in Birmingham, Alabama. A CPA and Certified Financial Planner, Michael’s practice is concentrated in the area of taxation and general business consulting. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Financial Planning Association. Additionally, he serves as Chairman of the UAB Accounting Advisory Board and is involved with Samford University’s Brock School of Business.

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Catherine Tang is a business and trademark lawyer licensed in California and Wisconsin. She worked at one of the largest international corporate law firms in Asia before opening her own virtual practice, focused on assisting entrepreneurs. In 2020, Ms. Tang moved to Verona, Wisconsin, where she has expanded to practice litigation and was recognized in 2021 by Super Lawyers. She is a co-founder of LegalMe, a nonprofit dedicated to helping entrepreneurs. For insights on business law and photos of her world travels, follow her on Instagram @AmericanAttorney and on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Niraj is the founder of Hiver, a powerful email management and collaboration tool. When not working on programming or customer support, Niraj likes to play guitar. He can be reached on Twitter @nirajr.

Dina Eisenberg is a lawyer and ombudsman turned award-winning entrepreneur who helps small and midsized law firm owners to increase their freedom, profit and joy through delegation and proper onboarding. She is the CEO of OutsourceEasier.com, a training and consulting firm. Connect with her on LinkedIn and Twitter at @DinaEisenberg.