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Family Law Practice Update - Use of AI - Lunch and Learn
- 1 hrs
- 1 CPD Points
- 23/07/2026 - 23/07/2026
- Interactive
- From $119.00
- WA0702_FAM1
Family Law Practice Update - Use of AI - Lunch and Learn Series
Date & time: 23 July 2026, 1pm to 2pm AEST
Family law continues to evolve through legislative reform, judicial guidance and emerging practice issues. One of the most significant recent developments is the Family Court's new Practice Direction on the Use of Artificial Intelligence, which provides important guidance on the professional and ethical responsibilities of practitioners using AI tools in family law matters.
Join this one-hour live webinar for a practical update on key developments affecting family law practice, including recent cases, procedural changes and the growing role of AI in legal service delivery.
By attending, you will:
- Understand the FCFCOA Practice Direction on the Use of Artificial Intelligence and its implications for family law practitioners
- Identify professional, ethical and disclosure obligations when using AI in family law matters
- Examine recent family law decisions and developments impacting everyday practice
- Recognise emerging risks and opportunities associated with AI-assisted legal work
- Apply practical strategies to ensure compliance, accuracy and professional responsibility when integrating AI into practice
Delivered live, this is your opportunity to ask questions and gain practical insights into the latest developments shaping family law practice.
Testimonials from previous sessions:
- “Great presenter, very knowledgeable.”
- “Kathryn did an excellent presentation. The notes and discussion was very considered.”
- “Presenter was excellent. Online delivery is always preferred.”
At the end of this live webinar, you will earn 1 CPD point.
Course Outline
By attending, you will:
- Understand the FCFCOA Practice Direction on the Use of Artificial Intelligence and its implications for family law practitioners
- Identify professional, ethical and disclosure obligations when using AI in family law matters
- Examine recent family law decisions and developments impacting everyday practice
- Recognise emerging risks and opportunities associated with AI-assisted legal work
- Apply practical strategies to ensure compliance, accuracy and professional responsibility when integrating AI into practice
Kathryn Kearley
Lawyer, Law Teacher & Accredited Specialist, Family Law Adjunct Lecturer, Practical Legal Training and Master of Applied Law Programs, The College of Law
Kathryn practised at a number of leading national law firms and has her own firm. She has worked in the areas of family law, litigation and dispute resolution and property practice.
Kathryn is an accredited family law specialist with the Law Society of NSW, a trained mediator and collaborative practitioner.
Kathryn Kearley has over 35 years in legal practice and over 20 years of experience as a law teacher.
Kathryn holds degrees of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Laws (UNSW), Master of Laws (Hons) (UNE) and Master of Higher Education (Macquarie University).
Designed for family lawyers in private practice, Accredited Family Law Specialists, family law partners, principals and senior associates, solicitors and legal practitioners working in family law matters, in-house counsel managing family law issues, community legal centre and legal aid practitioners, barristers practising in family law, and legal professionals seeking to understand the professional and ethical implications of AI in legal practice.
The webinar will also be valuable for practitioners responsible for compliance, risk management and professional standards within family law teams.
This webinar is produced in NSW and features a NSW-based Accredited Specialist in Family Law. It is available to all practitioners nationally.
The time listed for this course is Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). Please take note of any time differences if you are registering from QLD, WA, SA, NT or from outside Australia.
If you intend to claim CPD units for this educational activity, please note that CPD activities are not accredited by the Law Society of NSW or any other equivalent local authority, with the exception of Western Australia. If you hold a practising certificate in a state or territory other than Western Australia and this educational activity extends your knowledge and skills in areas that are relevant to your practice needs or professional development, then you should claim one (1) "unit” for each hour of attendance, refreshment breaks not included. The annual requirement is ten (10) CPD units each year from 1 April to 31 March. Some practitioners, such as accredited specialists, are required to complete more than ten (10) units each CPD year.
Practitioners holding WA practising certificates are eligible to earn CPD points for this course. For instructions to earn CPD points, please click here.
The course complies with the mandatory requirements of Substantive Law (1 point).
Please be aware that this webinar organised by the College of Law may be recorded for use on our websites, marketing materials and publications. By attending and participating in a College of Law Continuing Professional Development course, you consent to the College of Law photographing or recording and using your image and likeness and/or voice.
Excellent workshop, appreciated the wealth of knowledge and experience.
Past Attendee
Highly relevant material and a great training overall.
Past Attendee
Presenter was exceptional, well informed and engaging. The course was well presented. Use of case studies and scenarios helped explain the content.
Past Attendee
Content and case law were relevant and up to date, great format and well-paced delivery.
Past Attendee
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