Source: The Supreme Court of Victoria https://www.supremecourt.vic.gov.au/news/legal-convention-considers-ai

On November 21, 2025, in Canberra, Australia, Chief Justice Richard Niall of the Supreme Court of Victoria chaired a session on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the Australian Legal Convention. The event featured discussions by experts such as Professor Edward Santow and Dr. Kaye Ballantyne on the broad implications of AI in the legal field, followed by detailed sessions on harnessing AI in courts, legal practice, education, and ethics. Chief Justice Niall emphasized the importance of courts reflecting the communities they serve and remaining open to new technologies while ensuring that AI acts as an aid to, rather than a replacement for, independent thought.

The Chief Justice expressed cautious optimism about the potential of AI in the judicial system, highlighting that it must be used to support human decision-making. The convention, an initiative of the Council of Chief Justices of Australia and New Zealand, also covered other critical topics such as First Nations justice and access to justice. The discussions aimed to formulate practical solutions to emerging national issues, acknowledging both the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the legal sector.