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36 A U G U S T 2 0 1 7 w w w . C A N A D I A N L a w y e r m a g . c o m K erry O'Reilly Wilks oversees issues arising in North America and the United Kingdom. In addition, Wilks has been a driving force for innovative projects at Vale, including the creation of a legal knowledge management system. She continues to affect change in the community. Since 2015, Wilks has organized Malachy's Soiree, an annual gala to support the Neo-natal Inten- sive Care Unit at St. Michael's Hospital. She aims to raise an additional $1 million over the next three years for the NICU. Wilks also sits on the executive committee of The Brain Project, a large-scale outdoor exhibit benefiting Baycrest Health Sciences that launched in 2016. In October 2016, Wilks established the East Coast Disruptor group — senior women profes- sionals originally from the East Coast who mentor young women profes- sionals from the same area. It formally launched in June. Head of Legal, North America & UK at Vale Toronto what voters had to say: "Brilliant mind, and committed counsel and social advocate." "This awesome young lady is an inspiration to all. The world is a better place because she is in it. Our world will be a better place because of her mentoring. "She is setting good examples for others." "Kerry is super passionate and has a heart of gold." Kerry O'Reilly Wilks IN-HOUSE COUNSEL © 2017 Thomson Reuters Canada Limited 00245CH-A87713-CE FIND OUT AT THE 2017 EMERGING LEGAL TECHNOLOGY FORUM Presented by Thomson Reuters Legal Executive Institute September 21, 2017, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thomson Reuters Customer Centre 333 Bay Street, Toronto Join us as the world's top industry change leaders and practitioners examine the ongoing revolution in legal services. This year's program examines: • The growing prominence of chat bots and robot lawyers • Blockchain's impact both within and outside the legal industry • Best practices in technology investments and strategic implementation within law firms and corporate legal departments • Legal technology's adoption within law school curriculam Plus, an opportunity to exchange ideas at the interactive technology fair and networking reception. Seating is limited. Register today at www.thomsonreuters.ca/legaltechevent How will AI and Blockchain impact the practice of law? Untitled-2 1 2017-07-13 9:11 AM