Biennial IBA African Regional Forum Conference - The leading-edge lawyer: Integrating technology, deciphering trends, and embracing ESG-driven transformative learning

18 Sep - 19 Sep 2025

Session information

Breakout session 4 - AI and the future of in-house practice: legal innovation, risk management and ethical boundaries

Thursday 18 September (1615 - 1715)

Description

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how legal work is delivered – both in-house and in private practice. For general counsel (GC), AI opportunities to streamline contract review, predict litigation outcomes and automate compliance. For lawyers, its reffing  service delivery models, reshaping client expectations and introducing novel liability frameworks.

This session brings together GCs, private practice lawyers, legal technologists and ethics officers to unpack how AI is already transforming legal work – and where its heading next. The panel will examine real-world use cases, legal and professional risks (including accountability and malpractice), and the ethical boundaries lawyers must navigate in deploying AI tools. Delegates will leave with practical insights into how to work with – and within – AI powered legal systems, while safeguarding legal standards and client trust.

Speakers

Alexis Apostolidis Adams & Adams , Pretoria, South Africa; Co-Chair, African Regional Forum
Andrea Forabosco Shell, The Hague, Netherlands; Chair, Oil and Gas Law Committee
Vishala Panday Afriwise, Johannesburg, South Africa
Raphael Segal Contract Corridor by Legal Interact, Johannesburg, South Africa
Catherine Sue Truter Bowmans, Johannesburg, South Africa