The Global Knowledge Report: Australia’s Moment to Lead

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29 April 2026

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Running a small to mid-sized law firm means wearing many hats and making technology and operational decisions that were once the domain of much larger practices. This webinar cuts through the noise with something more useful than opinion:

Global research spanning more than 3,000 knowledge professionals, translated into practical intelligence for Australian and New Zealand practice managers.

Where Australian Firms Stand The global data maps a clear maturity curve across firms of all sizes, showing what separates efficient, profitable practices from those that are struggling to keep pace. The good news for smaller firms: the path forward is already well-evidenced. You don't need to figure it out. You need to know where to focus.

The Productivity Gap Knowledge workers in Australia lose an average of 41 minutes per day searching for information, four minutes above the global average. Across a team of fee earners, that adds up fast. This session shows where that time goes and what the most efficient firms have done to recover it, with approaches that are practical and scalable for smaller practices.

Australia's Hidden Strength Smaller firms often assume they're behind. The data tells a different story. Australian legal professionals lead the global research in viewing AI as a professional enhancer rather than a threat, and local firms demonstrate stronger AI governance than most global peers. That's a real foundation to build on.

The Strategic Window AI-driven workflows, new client service models, and shifting competitive dynamics are reshaping the profession now.....not in five years. This session gives practice managers a clear view of what's coming and what the most practical first moves look like for firms without dedicated IT teams or large technology budgets.

Three Moves to Make Now The webinar closes with three concrete, evidence-based actions tailored to the practice management role; one for immediate operational efficiency, one for AI readiness, and one for competitive positioning, designed to be achievable regardless of firm size. You don't need to be a large firm to move first.

This webinar is about making the right moves count.  

Provided by

Laura Wenzel
Global Product Marketing Director at iManage

Laura Wenzel is Global Marketing & Insights Director at iManage, where she leads the development and launch of global research reports that give legal leaders the data-driven intelligence they need to make confident strategic decisions.

With over 20 years of experience across product marketing, product management, and market insights, Laura specialises in translating complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with legal and professional services audiences. She is a passionate customer advocate — bringing the voice of the market into every stage of the buying journey and using research and user insights to drive adoption and shape strategic vision.

Laura’s work helps law firms and corporate legal teams benchmark their progress, anticipate industry change, and build strategies grounded in evidence. She brings together deep expertise in market insights, emerging technology, and business outcomes to connect what the data says with what organisations actually need to do next.

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.

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