New Zealand Law Society - AI and Law 2025

AI and Law 2025

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Artificial intelligence is already in use in many law practices, but many law professionals are still unsure how to use it safely, ethically, and effectively.

While AI offers new opportunities for legal services, there are risks and ethical issues that need careful management.

Staying informed and up-to-date on AI developments and issues is key.

Partnering with LexisNexis to support legal professionals 

The Law Society is partnering with LexisNexis to get a clear picture of how lawyers are using AI in New Zealand in 2025 and to provide meaningful support for AI adoption by the profession.  

This is taking the form of a research project, webinar and a series of workshops on AI and the legal profession.  

LexisNexis will bring their global research insights and their experience as a leading law technology provider to the webinar. 

AI and the Legal Profession research survey 

In March-April 2025 the Law Society, in partnership with Lexis Nexis, conducted a survey of law practitioners to get a snapshot of how AI is being perceived and used by lawyers in New Zealand. 

This was the first survey of its kind to look solely at New Zealand practitioners. 

The survey was anonymous. Respondents were representative of lawyers from across the profession in New Zealand 

Results from the survey will be released at a webinar on 26 June. 

Webinar: AI and Law 2025 - Use and Perception among Aotearoa New Zealand Lawyers

The Law Society, in partnership with LexisNexis, is hosting a webinar to release the findings from the ‘AI and the Legal Profession’ survey conducted in March-April this year. 

Join the webinar to find about: 

  • how New Zealand's legal profession is engaging with and responding to AI, in comparison with global trends 

  • insights into how lawyers are adopting AI and complying with their professional obligations and ethical standards 

  • benchmarking your practice in terms of AI use and adoption. 

Date:    Thursday 26 June 2025
Time:   1pm - 2pm
Cost: Members $40 | Non-members $60
Register now

 

AI for Lawyers - Insights and Tools for Your Practice  

The Law Society, in partnership with LexisNexis, is offering a series of practical workshops for legal professionals across Aotearoa New Zealand in July-August 2025. 

Workshops will offer:

  • practical insights into how AI can streamline legal workflows, boost productivity, and drive efficiency
  • expert perspectives on the responsible and transparent use of AI in legal settings
  • actionable steps for adopting AI tools while staying compliant with legal and ethical standards
  • hands-on training with AI tools and guidance on choosing the right solutions for your practice.

Guest facilitator

Mark Ford, founder of Ford Sumner Lawyers and a commercial lawyer with 40 years' experience at partner level, is our guest facilitator.
Mark is a respected legal thought leader known for his work at the intersection of law and innovation. Mark brings deep expertise in legal AI and will share real-world insights and practical strategies for integrating AI into your legal workflow to deliver better outcomes for your clients and your practice.

Register for your workshop now

15 July Auckland Central
16 July Hamilton
16 July Tauranga
17 July Hawke's Bay
22 July Manawatu
22 July Whanganui
23 July Wellington
24 July Blenheim
24 July Nelson
29 July Christchurch
30 July Dunedin
31 July Invercargill (contact Janine McMurdo  Janine.McMurdo@lawsociety.org.nz)
1 August Queenstown
4 August Auckland Manukau