ILTA Awards

Elaine Dick LinkedIn / elainedick/ 2026 WINNER 2026 / Y O U N G P R O F E S S I O N A L S T O W A T C H E laine Dick is the Lead Practice Innovation Attorney at Baker & Hostetler LLP, where she leads initiatives that transform how legal ser vices are delivered through the integration of technology, process improvement, and data-driven strategies. Elaine oversees a team focused on redesigning legal workflows, implementing advanced tools, and par tnering with at torneys and clients to enhance ef ficiency, quality, and overall value. Her work sits at the forefront of modern legal practice, ensuring that innovation is both practical and impactful. In her role , Elaine has led firmwide generative AI initiatives , guiding both large-scale rollouts and tailored implementations for specific practice groups. She played a central role in designing and delivering training programs for more than 1,100 attorneys, ensuring thoughtful adoption of new technologies across diverse teams. Elaine approached these efforts with a strong emphasis on responsible use, confidentiality, and sound judgment, while fostering an environment where at torneys felt suppor ted in learning and adapting. Her ability to align stakeholders, navigate complex discussions, and maintain a solutions-oriented focus has been critical to the success of these initiatives. Elaine defines professionalism as consistently demonstrating integrit y, re sp e c t , an d so un d ju dgm e nt . Sh e m o d e l s th e se qualities by remaining composed and prepared in high-stakes environments, communicating clearly and diplomatically, and actively listening to diverse perspectives . Elaine's leadership style emphasizes collaboration and trust, encouraging teams to move beyond individual ownership toward shared goals. By setting a high standard and leading by example, she has helped create a more unified and effective approach to client service and internal collaboration. Beyond her firm , Elaine is an active contributor to the legal technolog y communit y through her involvement with ILTA . She has par ticipated in advisor y groups , spoken at industr y conferences , and helped develop initiatives such as the Next Gen Legal Innovators Day, expanding access to professional d eve l o p m e n t o p p o r t u n i t i e s fo r e m e r g i n g t a l e n t . E l a i n e i s par ticularly passionate about inclusivit y and works to create pathways for others to engage with and grow within the legal tech space. T h r o u g h h e r l e a d e r s h i p , c o m m u n i t y i n v o l v e m e n t , a n d commitment to responsible innovation, Elaine continues to shape how legal technology is adopted and integrated. Her work reflects a dedication to professionalism, accessibility, and continuous improvement, helping to advance both her organization and the broader legal technology community. ILTA AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE 2026 3 5

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