Where South Africa's legal profession meets what's next.

A new gathering for South Africa's legal profession, founding-partnered with LexisNexis — regulation, technology and the practice of law, in Sandton on 3 November 2026. Registration is free.

Summit The Future of Law, brought to you by LexisNexis 3 Nov 2026 · Sandton, Johannesburg

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About the Conference

The LexisNexis Future of Law Conference powered by Topco brings together leading legal minds, government representatives, academics, business leaders and technology experts to explore the forces shaping the future of law and justice.

Through thought-provoking keynotes, engaging panel discussions and practical insights, the conference examines AI and the law, digital transformation, data privacy, regulation, cybersecurity, constitutional development and the evolving role of legal professionals.

Delegates gain real-world perspectives on emerging technologies, ethical considerations and future skills, while connecting with peers and industry leaders to exchange ideas, share knowledge and help shape a more innovative, resilient and future-ready legal profession.

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Key discussion themes

Three threads run through the first Future of Law summit.

3 Nov 2026One-day summit

SandtonJohannesburg

LexisNexisFounding partner

Register your place

Registration is free. Complete the form and we'll confirm your place, then send joining details closer to the day.

3 Nov 2026Sandton, Johannesburg

The year's agenda for legal practice Regulation, technology and the business of law, in one day.
Hear from the people shaping it Keynotes and panels with leaders shaping South Africa's legal landscape.
Meet your peers Legal professionals, in-house counsel and the teams that support them.

Why attend

Three threads run through the first Future of Law summit.

Regulation

What new and changing regulation means for how South African lawyers and legal teams practise.

Technology

AI and legal technology in real practice — what's working, and what to watch.

The practice of law

Running a firm or legal function well: people, clients and the business of law.

The challenge is not to resist technological change, but to ensure that technology serves justice rather than replacing humanity.

Hon Andries Nel, MP Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development

Featured voices

Hon. Solly Malatsi Minister of Communications & Digital Technologies · Government of South Africa

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2026 partners

Founding Partner LexisNexis