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State Bar of Georgia Announces 2026 Take Charge! Conference
The Intelligent Firm: From Overwhelmed to Optimized
ATLANTA, GA – The State Bar of Georgia's Law Practice Management Program is proud to announce the 2026 Take Charge! Conference, taking place September 17-18, 2026, at the State Bar of Georgia Conference Center in Atlanta. This premier in-person event is designed specifically for solo and small firm attorneys seeking practical strategies, innovative technologies, and proven solutions to build stronger, more efficient law practices.
This year's theme, "The Intelligent Firm: From Overwhelmed to Optimized," will focus on helping legal professionals transform the way they manage their practices through leadership, technology, marketing, operations, and client service innovations. Attendees will gain actionable insights that can be implemented immediately to improve efficiency, enhance profitability, and create sustainable growth.
The conference will feature four dynamic plenary sessions, educational tracks tailored to the needs of modern law firms, an interactive exhibit hall, networking opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences led by respected attorneys, consultants, and industry experts. Programming will cover a wide range of topics, including artificial intelligence, law firm management, cybersecurity, marketing, business development, financial management, succession planning, professionalism, ethics, and operational excellence.
Featured sessions include presentations on leveraging artificial intelligence in legal practice, developing scalable firm systems, improving client acquisition strategies, navigating emerging legal trends, strengthening cybersecurity protections, and building a modern law firm designed for long-term success. Conference attendees will also have opportunities to connect with leading legal technology providers, service organizations, and business partners in the exhibit hall.
"Today's legal professionals are balancing increasing client expectations, rapid technological change, and growing operational demands," said Nkoyo Effiong, Director of the Law Practice Management Program. "The 2026 Take Charge! Conference is designed to provide practical solutions, meaningful connections, and innovative strategies that help attorneys move from feeling overwhelmed to creating intelligent, optimized firms that thrive in today's legal environment."
In addition to educational programming, attendees will enjoy networking receptions, exhibitor engagement opportunities, and collaborative discussions with colleagues from across Georgia. The conference serves as a valuable forum for attorneys to exchange ideas, discover new resources, and gain insights that support both professional and business success.
About the Take Charge! Conference
The Take Charge! Conference is the State Bar of Georgia's premier conference for solo and small firm practitioners. Each year, the event brings together legal professionals, thought leaders, and industry experts to explore emerging trends, best practices, and innovative solutions that support the success of today's law firms.
Registration Information
Registration information, conference updates, sponsorship opportunities, and exhibitor details will be available at www.gabarsolo.org. Attorneys, legal professionals, sponsors, and exhibitors are encouraged to participate in this exciting event and be part of Georgia's leading law practice management conference.
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The State Bar of Georgia, with offices in Atlanta, Savannah and Tifton, was established in 1964 by the Supreme Court of Georgia as the successor to the Georgia Bar Association, founded in 1884. All lawyers licensed to practice in Georgia belong to the State Bar. Its more than 52,000 members work together to strengthen the constitutional promise of justice for all, promote principles of duty and public service among Georgia’s lawyers, and administer a strict code of legal ethics.
