QLD | NEXT LEVEL – Navigating What’s Next: The Trends Reshaping Legal Practice
Members and eligible non-members only
Brisbane, Queensland
14 October 2026
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm AEST
Queensland Law Society, 179 Ann Street,
Brisbane, Queensland
3 hrs
Jay Hong
Zahn Nel
Tony Dodd
Terri Mottershead
Madeleine Porter
| Topic | Leadership, Operational Management, Technology & Knowledge | |
| Type | Seminar | |
| CPD | 2 - Practice Management and Business Skills | |
| Pricing | Free |
| Full Member | Free |
| Online Member | Free |
| Affiliate | Free |
| Associate Member | Free |
Current Supporting Partners - Free (Contact us for assistance)
Non-members must be eligible for alpma membership to attend.
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Presented by
Jay Hong, Clio
Zahn Nel, Actionstep
Tony Dodd, legalsuper
Terri Mottershead, ALPMA
Madeleine Porter, iManage
Navigating What's Next: The Trends Reshaping Legal Practice
Legal practice is changing fast — AI, evolving client expectations, talent pressures, and tighter compliance demands are reshaping how firms operate and compete. This event, focuses on giving practice leaders a practical, interactive session built around the issues that matter most right now.
Join us for a moderated panel discussion — followed by a facilitated roundtable round where attendees dig deeper into the topic that matters most to them. It's a format designed for real conversation, not just presentation: practical takeaways, direct access to industry experts, and a room full of peers navigating the same challenges.
More information and presenter details coming soon!
Time | Session
12:30 | Arrival & networking lunch
12:45 | Welcome
12:50 | Panel discussion — AI and the tech-enabled firm / Running the modern firm
1:50 | Break and move to roundtables
2:00 | Facilitated Discussion [AI, automation & technology; Clients, value & winning work; People, talent & culture; Strategy, growth & resilience; Compliance, data & operations]
3:15 | Close and thanks
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Presented by
Jay Hong
Senior Account Executive, APAC at Clio
Jay is a Senior Account Executive at Clio, joining at the launch of the APAC region in 2023. He brings over 10 years of experience in the legal technology space, partnering with small, medium, and large law firms to align legal technology with business strategy and support sustainable growth and operational needs.
Zahn Nel
Regional Vice President, Australia and New Zealand at Actionstep
Zahn Nel is a seasoned professional in the legal technology space. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in legal technology, Zahn has become a trusted expert in providing true cloud-based technology solutions and innovation to law firms.
Tony Dodd
Partnership Manager at legalsuper
Tony joined legalsuper in May 2018 and is based in the Brisbane office. He is passionate about helping members navigate the complexities of superannuation and demonstrating how small, well‑considered changes can have a big impact on retirement outcomes.
With more than 30 years of experience in financial services , Tony brings extensive experience and insight to his role. He specialises in helping members understand the value of insurance within super, creating tailored contribution strategies, and optimising retirement outcomes, including age pension entitlements and income stream options. Prior to joining legalsuper, he was the Queensland State Manager for a national financial planning business.
Outside of work, Tony enjoys supporting his family in their sporting pursuits and can often be found in goal on the hockey field, where he takes satisfaction in saving a shot or two.
Terri Mottershead
Head of AI at ALPMA
Terri Mottershead leads ALPMA’s external AI function and its Institute for Legal AI, an evidence-led, independent voice for specialists embracing AI responsibly and reshaping legal practice. She also hosts Legally Digital, a new podcast launching this month in collaboration with ALPMA, featuring candid conversations with global thought leaders on AI, transformation and the future of legal practice.
As Principal of Mottershead Consulting, Terri advises law firms and legal organisations on the strategy, capability building and governance needed to adopt AI and emerging technologies responsibly — no hype, no jargon, just practical advice grounded in legal practice.
She previously led the global Digital Enablement team at Ashurst, and earlier held senior leadership roles with DLA Piper (US), Lex Mundi and the Inter-Pacific Bar Association, alongside founding the Centre for Legal Innovation at The College of Law.
Madeleine Porter
Legal Industry Expert (APAC) at iManage
Based in Sydney, Madeleine Porter is Legal Industry Expert (APAC) for iManage, a cloud-enabled, secure knowledge work platform.
Madeleine Porter, Legal Industry Expert (APAC) at iManage, combines her background as a practicing lawyer with deep expertise in legal technology to guide firms across the Asia-Pacific region through the evolving landscape of AI adoption and operational transformation. Known for her candid insights and global perspective, Madeleine leads thought leadership initiatives that explore the lawyer’s experience with AI-its practical applications, ethical considerations, and strategic impact.
