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Stop asking what your AI can do. Ask what it’s running on.
By Sam Kidd
Why the next era belongs to teams whose AI runs on a governed legal operating system.
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Connect 2026
Future of in‑house legal
Legal Leaders Connect Sydney session replay
Legal Leaders Connect Sydney brought together 150 in-house legal professionals to explore the future of legal, from AI and innovation to leadership, operating models, and business impact.
The recordings below represent a select collection of sessions approved for on-demand viewing, offering a glimpse into the conversations, insights, and practical takeaways shared throughout the event. While no recording can fully capture the experience of being in the room, we hope these sessions provide valuable perspective and inspiration.
We look forward to welcoming the community back for Legal Leaders Connect 2027.
Sam Kidd, CEO of LawVu
How leading teams are using AI today and where we are headed
AI is already reshaping how high-performing in-house legal teams work, but the greatest impact comes from adopting it intentionally and strategically.
Watch LawVu CEO Sam Kidd share practical insights on:
- How leading legal teams are using AI today
- Where legal technology is headed
- What teams can do now to position themselves for what's next
Jacquie Quinn, Chief Legal Officer of Tennis Australia
Legal as a business accelerator
The most effective legal teams don't just manage risk; they help move the business forward. Watch Jacquie's highlight clips as she shares some practical strategies for:
- Embedding legal earlier
- Building scalable processes
- Measurable business impact across the organization
Jill Osborn, Deputy General Counsel of Vocus and David Lancelot, CLO and EVP Advocacy of LawVu
Building the modern legal engine room to lay the groundwork for innovation
The most successful legal teams don't start with innovation; they start with a strong foundation. Watch Jill and David discuss how modern legal teams are building the operational foundations, connected data, and strategic frameworks needed to scale innovation and elevate legal's impact.
Steven Miles, GC APAC and SA and Global Head of Legal Ops of McCain Foods and Caryn Sandler, Partner and Chief Knowledge and Innovation Officer of Gilbert + Tobin
Modernising legal: The McCain transformation story
What does it take to transform an in-house legal function in a large, complex organisation? Watch Steven and Caryn share their experience leading legal modernisation; the challenges faced, the decisions that mattered most, and the partnership that helped turn strategy into results.
Adrian Moffatt, Executive General Manager, Legal and Corporate of Ausco Modular
What happens when AI knows as much law as you do
AI is closing the knowledge gap fast; the precedents, the clause interpretations, the pattern recognition that used to take a career to build. That's not a threat to your role. It's a signal for where to double down. Watch Adrian unpack the real shift underway in-house: as AI absorbs the routine work, judgment becomes the differentiator.
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Why attend Legal Leaders Connect?
Join the Legal Leaders community for a practical, future-focused day on what it takes for in-house professionals to succeed in 2026 and beyond. Our inspiring lineup of speakers includes an AI expert, along with influential figures who are helping to shape the future of in-house legal.
What you'll walk away with
Lessons from top legal leaders
Hear how teams are applying AI in real-world legal workflows and scaling modern legal functions.
Actionable strategies
Turn legal into a business accelerator – the mindset and operational shifts that drive real competitive advantage.
Industry insights
Discover the skills and in-house roles in highest demand, and how to future-proof your career for what's next.
Lasting connections
Build relationships, share experiences, and swap ideas with legal leaders from across Australia.
Secure your spot
Designed for General Counsels, Legal Ops leaders,
and in-house teams who want to stay ahead.
and in-house teams who want to stay ahead.
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Our speakers
Innovators, visionaries, storytellers and doers. Say hello to the game-changers in legal and beyond.
Keynote speaker
Keynote speaker
Gus Balbontin
Investor - Advisor - Adventurer
Gus Balbontin is an executive, founder, and investor with a deep understanding of disruption, innovation, and business transformation. Born in Patagonia and shaped by global experience, he’s spent his career helping organisations think differently, move faster, and design better futures.
Formerly Executive Director and CTO at Lonely Planet, Gus now leads an ecosystem of ventures across strategy, venture capital, education, and media. At the centre of it all is his personal brand, a platform that ties together public speaking, consulting, venture building, creative experimentation, and connects him to startups, corporates, and creative projects alike
He’s a General Partner at BlueScopeX, Director and founder at Neu21, Atessa and Roshambo— these businesses have been focused on org design, strategic experimentation, and creative thinking. His work is driven by a constant curiosity for emerging technologies and a sharp focus on solving real-world problems.
Known for his unconventional thinking and practical mindset, Gus helps individuals and organisations challenge assumptions, embrace change, and build with intention. He’s partnered with brands such as Microsoft, Qantas, Mastercard, Telstra, Tourism Australia, and Toyota, always bringing clarity, energy, and a bit of rebellion to the table.
Whether on stage or in boardrooms, his message is clear: “Focus on what you can control today to prepare for whatever the future brings.” Often called an “alternative futurist,” Gus doesn’t claim to predict what’s ahead, he helps you get ready for it.
If you’re working on something bold, or thinking about it, he’s always up for a conversation.
Steve Miles
General Counsel Asia Pacific and South Africa & Global Head of Legal Operations
McCain Foods
Jill Osborn
Deputy General Counsel
Vocus
Caryn Sandler
Partner and Chief Knowledge & Innovation Officer
Gilbert and Tobin
Fiona Chung
Senior Counsel, Commercial
Uber - Australia & New Zealand
Sam Kidd
CEO
LawVu
Jacquie Quinn
Chief Legal Officer
Tennis Australia
Adrian Moffatt
Executive General Manager, Legal and Corporate
Ausco Modular
Rosanna Biggs
Chief Operating Officer
Linktree
David Lancelot
CLO & EVP Advocacy
LawVu
Lisa Mather
General Counsel
Fetch
Marcus Smith
Senior Business Development Representative
LawVu
The agenda
Join senior in-house legal leaders to explore how legal teams can move faster, work smarter, and drive real business impact. AI in legal workflows, modern legal leadership, strategic legal ops, and the future of in-house legal careers – all in one future-focused day.
What is Legal Leaders Connect?
Legal Leaders Connect is an annual conference hosted by LawVu Legal Leaders, the global community shaping the future of in-house legal.
It’s a space to connect with trusted peers, share insights and experiences, and learn from those navigating the realities of leading modern legal teams. Together, we explore what it means to be an effective legal leader in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Our agenda is thoughtfully curated with inspiration, practical insights, and fresh perspectives, drawing on the collective knowledge of a global, peer-led community. Connect is designed to help you grow, lead with confidence, and take your career to new heights.
It’s a space to connect with trusted peers, share insights and experiences, and learn from those navigating the realities of leading modern legal teams. Together, we explore what it means to be an effective legal leader in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Our agenda is thoughtfully curated with inspiration, practical insights, and fresh perspectives, drawing on the collective knowledge of a global, peer-led community. Connect is designed to help you grow, lead with confidence, and take your career to new heights.