CPD Legal studio

CPD Legal Studio

CPD Legal Studio 2026, themed 'In the hot seat: practical skills for high-stakes scenarios' equips in‑house counsel to lead through an increasingly complex 2026 landscape, from new compliance challenges to AI, ethics, culture and organisational risk.

Our sessions are now available on demand as a convenient opportunity to earn up to 10 CPD points across each mandatory category.

How do I claim my viewing points?

Choose a video from our selection to watch in full.

Once you have finished watching each video, complete the registration form to ensure you receive your CPD certificate.

Reminder for WA practitioners

CPD points can only be obtained by registering and attending a virtual live session for the duration of the session.

Session 1 | Under scrutiny: Building influence through strategic...

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60 Minutes Recorded 24 February 2026

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, 1 CPD POINT

Discover how to shift perceptions from “legal blocker” to trusted strategic partner. By popular demand, Jon returns to lead this interactive session which aims...

 

Session 2 | When contracts go sour: Understanding recent case law and...

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60 Minutes Recorded 24 February, 2026

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD POINT

A back-to-basics (but far from basic) refresher on creating clear, robust and enforceable contracts. Learn how recent case law affects interpretation, what...

Session 3 | AI in in-house teams: Practical approaches and pillars...

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60 Minutes Recorded 24 February, 2026

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT, 1 CPD POINT

Cut through the noise and hype around AI tools. Unlock AI’s full potential by reimagining your in-house legal operating model and aligning five key pillars of...

Session 4 | In the boardroom hot seat: Navigating leadership pressure...

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60 Minutes Recorded 25 February, 2026

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, 1 CPD POINT

Hear candid insights and perspectives on what really happens inside the boardroom. You’ll gain practical tools for influencing directors, communicating under...

Session 5 | Culture under pressure: Practical tools for preventing...

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60 Minutes Recorded 25 February, 2026

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT, 1 CPD POINT

Explore the practical steps legal leaders can take to build safe, high-performing, and values-aligned teams. Learn how to identify early signs of harmful...

Session 6 | When AI becomes contentious: Navigating investigations...

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60 Minutes Recorded 25 February, 2026

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD POINT

AI is transforming industries - companies and lawyers must develop 'AI literacy' in legal risk. This presentation examines litigation-focused legal issues with...

Session 7 | Clearing the path: Navigating regulatory clearances in...

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60 Minutes Recorded 25 February, 2026

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD POINT

In a rapidly changing economic landscape, deal making requires new levels of foresight. This session breaks down the latest developments, especially merger...

Session 8 | Compliance under the microscope: Mastering AML/CTF

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60 Minutes Recorded 26 February, 2026

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD POINT

With geopolitical sentiment shifting and technology evolving at a rapid rate, regulatory expectations shifting fast, this session helps you stay ahead of...

Session 9 | Green light or red flag? Navigating Australia's...

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60 Minutes Recorded 26 February, 2026

SUBSTANTIVE LAW, 1 CPD POINT

Australia’s environmental approvals landscape is undergoing its most significant overhaul in decades and inhouse teams are feeling the pressure. This session... 

Session 10 | Ethics in the furnace: Ethical decision-making in high...

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60 Minutes Recorded 26 February, 2026

ETHICS, 1 CPD POINT

Step inside the pressure cooker of real-world crises and regulatory scrutiny. This session unpacks how to uphold ethical decision making when the stakes are...

You can check the full details of activities and points you can claim with your local Law Society here:

ACT Law Society | The Law Society of NSW | Law Society NT | Queensland Law Society | The Law Society of South Australia | Law Institute Victoria | Legal Practice Board of Western Australia