Bríd Heffernan
About Bríd Heffernan
Bríd Heffernan is a Director at Elevate with extensive experience in legal practice and legal innovation, having worked in various roles across the legal and legal tech sectors in Ireland and Australia.
Current Role at Elevate
Bríd Heffernan serves as a Director at Elevate, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on enhancing legal processes and operations, leveraging her extensive background in legal innovation. Her experience positions her to contribute effectively to Elevate's mission of transforming the legal industry.
Previous Experience in Legal Technology
Prior to her current role, Bríd Heffernan worked at LawVu as Head of Sales for the APAC and EMEA regions from 2019 to 2024. She also held positions at LEAP Legal Software AU, where she served as Product Consultant and later as Head of Sales for Australia. Her tenure in these roles allowed her to develop a strong understanding of legal practice management and technology.
Legal Background and Qualifications
Bríd Heffernan is an Irish and Australian qualified lawyer. She studied at Nottingham Trent University, earning an LLB (Hons) in Irish Law from 2005 to 2008. She furthered her education at The Law Society of Ireland, completing diplomas in Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law, as well as European Union Law. Additionally, she obtained a Graduate Certificate in Legal Operations from The College of Law Australia from 2019 to 2021.
Transition from Legal Practice to Legal Innovation
Bríd Heffernan has transitioned from traditional legal practice to a focus on legal innovation. Her career includes roles such as In-House Lawyer at Verzik Media Ltd and Legal Executive at John O'Donnell Solicitors. This shift reflects her commitment to improving legal processes through technology and operational efficiency.
Achievements in Legal Operations
Throughout her career, Bríd Heffernan has worked with prominent leaders in Legal Tech and Legal Operations globally. Her experience spans various roles that emphasize practice management, investigations, eDiscovery, and legal operations, showcasing her dedication to advancing the legal field.