A not to miss quick focussed session on the issue on all employers' minds, how is AI being used in the workplace and what are the liabilities and risks for employers given the ever-changing regulatory environment of the workplace and the evolving regulation of AI.
Thursday, 12 March 2026
2.00pm to 3.15pm Regulation of AI in the Workplace
Explore the evolving landscape of AI regulation in employment. You will gain insights into potential reforms, current employer obligations, and practical strategies for navigating the emerging risks and responsibilities.
Presented by Michael Mead, Partner, Kingston Reid
Description
Attend and earn 1 CPD units in Substantive Law
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Chair:
Claire Vines, Senior Legal Counsel, Aspen Legal
Presenters
Claire Vines, Senior Counsel, Aspen LegalA commercially minded legal professional with over 18 years’ experience advising large corporate organisations across employment, technology, privacy and data law. Known for delivering clear, pragmatic advice with a focus on innovation, AI governance, and legal transformation. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, agile ways of working, and driving process improvement through tech-enabled solutions.
Michael Mead, Partner, Kingston Reid
Michael’s extensive experience spans nearly two decades in employment and industrial relations law, with strong expertise within managing industrial disputes, be it through navigating strategic decisions or through litigation where required, alongside all aspects of enterprise bargaining, unfair dismissal, general protections, award interpretation, discrimination and workplace bullying and investigations, makes him a highly sought after member of the team. Michael also supports employers managing compliance, wages and conditions matters with their employees. He appreciates that employers do not set out to incorrectly apply entitlements to their employees and when mistakes are made this can be a difficult period for managements, boards and employees. Michael’s ability to identify and implement innovative solutions to intricate industrial relations problems, specifically within major national and multinational corporations, speaks volumes about his capabilities. His track record of delivering successful outcomes for high-end clients underscores his ability to navigate complex challenges effectively. Michael is highly experienced in developing and running cases that have a broad industry impact, including cases that involve applications to vary the underpinning system of regulation that is affecting employers.
