Empowering Diversity, Driving Success: BUILT for a Brighter Future

Diversity and Inclusion First

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Guiding Diversity, Illuminating Paths: BUILT for Success

Community and Collaboration

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Innovation through Inclusivity: BUILT for Excellence

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BUiLT Programming & Education

BUiLT offers programming and educational initiatives to empower individuals within the legal technology industry. Our seminars, webinars, and workshops provide cutting-edge skills and knowledge, fostering professional growth. We collaborate with industry experts to offer specialized training and certifications, ensuring our members stay ahead of industry trends. These efforts address historical inequities, promote diversity, and inspire innovation in legal tech. Join BUiLT to be part of a community that champions diversity and leads in legal technology. Together, we create a more inclusive and innovative future.

Educational Seminars & Workshops
Providing members with valuable opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills in the dynamic field of legal technology while fostering professional growth and expertise.
Mentor/Mentee Matching
Strategic process that matches experienced mentors with aspiring mentees based on goals and skills, fostering meaningful mentorship relationships for mutual growth and development.
Knowledge Sharing & Networking
Fostering a vibrant community where legal technology professionals from the African diaspora can connect, exchange insights, and collaboratively propel the industry forward.
Speaker's Bureau
Providing a roster of accomplished professionals and thought leaders who are available to share their expertise and insights on legal technology, diversity, and inclusion through engaging presentations and discussions.
Industry Job Board
A dynamic platform connecting members with relevant career opportunities within the legal technology sector, facilitating talent acquisition for corporate partners, and supporting the advancement of individuals in this thriving industry.
Career Development
Access to a wide range of educational resources, networking opportunities, all tailored to empower individuals from the African diaspora in the legal technology industry, ultimately enhancing their professional growth and advancement.

Membership

Our membership metrics focus on gauging the diverse levels of experience and expertise in various legal technology sub-disciplines. We evaluate thought leadership and subject matter proficiency, assessing the depth of professional backgrounds and the breadth of roles within the legal tech space, including areas like e-discovery, legal analytics, and cybersecurity. These metrics enable us to harness the collective expertise of our members, fostering a dynamic and knowledgeable community.

Current Members
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10+ Years in the Legal Tech Industry
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Ph.D, Law or Post Graduate Degree
Subdomains Within the Legal Tech Industry

WHY BUiLT?

BUiLT is dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity in the legal technology field by empowering professionals of the African Diaspora. We create meaningful opportunities for connection, growth, and advancement through education, leadership, mentorship, advocacy, research, and career development. By building a strong, engaged community, we drive innovation, amplify voices, and shape the future of legal technology, ensuring a more equitable and inclusive industry for all.

Member Spotlight

Explore the Experiences of our Esteemed Members in the Legal Technology
Industry and Discover the Transformational Impact of NExT Membership!

One of the multidimensional benefits of being a member of the NExT Community are growth opportunities. This benefit is at the heart of NExT’s mission. NExT has offered me and many others growth opportunities in the form of rewarding mentorship relationships that span entire careers, speaking opportunities covering emerging legal tech topics, and NExT events that are welcoming, inclusive, and discuss concerns that effect diverse professionals on a personal human level. I am grateful and remain committed to executing the mission.

Veronica Nelson Advisory Committee Member

Being a member of NExT has been deeply meaningful to me both as a professional in legal technology and as someone committed to equity in our field. It’s more than just a network; it’s a community where shared values, support, and advocacy converge to drive real change. Through NExT, I’ve connected with leaders and rising talent alike who are shaping the future of Legal Tech with intention and inclusion. It’s a space where purpose meets progress and I’m proud to be part of it.

Monica Harris Advisory Committee Member

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2025 Guest Speaker
Justice Tanya R. Kennedy
Associate Justice, Appellate Division, First Department
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2025 Guest Speaker
Dr. Siobahn Grady
Assistant Professor | AI Researcher | STEM Advocate
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2025 Moderator
Paula Edgar, Esq.
CEO at PGE Consulting Group LLC, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Advisor, Civic Leader
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2025 Moderator
April Dawson
Associate Dean of Technology and Innovation | Professor of Law
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STRATEGIC PARTNERS 2025

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed Strategic Partners of 2025 for their invaluable contributions and unwavering support. Your partnership plays a pivotal role in advancing BUiLT's mission to promote diversity, equity, and innovation in the legal technology industry. Together, we are making a lasting impact and shaping a brighter future for all. Thank you for your commitment and collaboration.