The 2030 legal department: 5 ways AI will transform how in-house teams work Innovation and Technology

What will the legal department of 2030 look like? Explore five ways AI is expected to reshape how in-house legal teams work, operate and deliver value to their organisations.

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The AI Law Professor: When AI forces us to rethink how we train junior lawyers Talent Development

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way legal work is performed, challenging long-standing models for training junior lawyers. As routine tasks become increasingly automated, firms must rethink how early-career practitioners develop core legal skills, gain practical experience and receive mentorship. This article explores the implications of AI on legal education and workforce development, and what firms can do to build the next generation of legal talent.

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The privilege risk lawyers can’t control Innovation and Technology

Legal advice doesn’t end when it leaves your desk, but your visibility often does. As clients increasingly turn to public AI tools to summarise and interpret complex advice, lawyers face a growing, largely uncontrollable risk: the potential loss of confidentiality and privilege. This article explores how that risk is emerging in practice, why clients are reaching for AI, and what legal professionals can do now to reduce exposure, starting with making advice clearer, more usable, and easier to trust.

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What “Trusted AI” really means for legal teams today  Innovation and Technology

Artificial intelligence is now embedded in legal research, but trust doesn’t come from automation alone. Drawing on insights from Gilbert + Tobin, this article explores what “trusted AI” really means for legal teams today, and why transparency, governance and human judgment remain central to confident, responsible adoption.

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Five legal changes Australian lawyers can’t ignore in 2026 Legislation and Case Law

The legal world looks very different as we turn our gaze to 2026. Privacy penalties have escalated dramatically, signalling a new era of enforcement. A brand-new merger control system is…

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