On October 27th and 28th, 2016, Above the Law will host its second annual Academy for Private Practice, a full-day conference offering practical solutions and expert insight on meeting the challenges of starting and optimizing a small law firm practice. The APP conference is designed for current small law practitioners looking to innovate and grow, as well as Biglaw attorneys aspiring to strike out on their own. Entrepreneurial law students aiming to bring value to potential employers are also welcome. The conference programming combines panel discussions and breakout sessions on subjects ranging from cybersecurity to marketing, all for CLE credit. Lunch will be served and the day will conclude with a networking cocktail reception.