ILTA Awards
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Member / I N N O V A T I V E L E A D E R O F T H E Y E A R tasks, generating substantial time savings and reducing costs associated with these activities. Al steadily demonstrates his dedication to developing and implementing forward-looking strategies that advance legal technology. His involvement in various AI-related committees, such as those with the Ontario Bar Association, and the development of a curriculum for legal tech and AI at Osgoode Hall Law School directly contribute to nurturing the skills and talents of legal professionals. Al regularly engages with legal tech professionals at conferences and events where he provides keynote presentations on AI and tech disruption. Al also uses his expertise to build tools to help pro bono clients understand their intellectual property rights. Al finds his involvement with ILTA rewarding and both professionally and personally transformative. The experiences and relationships forged through ILTA events, speaking engagements, ILTACON planning sessions, and webinars serve as a cornerstone of Al's professional development journey in the legal technology sector. As an ILTA volunteer, Al significantly expanded his network by connecting with industry leaders and pioneers and found collaborative opportunities, mentorship, and friendships. Moreover, involvement with ILTA aligns with his belief in the power of collective intelligence and the importance of sharing knowledge to drive the legal profession forward. "The experiences and insights gained through my ILTA volunteerism have been instrumental in shaping my approach to innovation and leadership in the legal tech space, underscoring the value of community, collaboration, and continuous improvement in driving the future of legal services." AL HOUNSELL Awards & Certifications Best Use of Technology in a Law Firm (Canadian Law Awards, 2023) Best Use of Technology in a Law Firm (Canadian Law Awards, 2022) Innovation Leadership - Fastcase 50 Award (2021) Excellence Award - Best Use of Technology in a Law Firm (Canadian Law Awards 2021) Gold Award - Best Use of Technology in a Law Firm (Canadian Law Awards 2020) Young Professional to Watch List (ILTA Distinguished Peer Awards, 2019 & 2020) ILTA AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE 2024 4 3