- November 4, 2026
5:15 pm - 7:30 pm
In partnership with CIArb Australia: practical perspectives from HSFK and Epiq on eDiscovery, AI, and modern hearing technology.
HSFK and Epiq invite arbitration and disputes practitioners to an engaging, practical CPD session organised and promoted by CIArb Australia. We will share current, hands-on approaches to eDiscovery and legal research, responsible use of AI in dispute workflows, and modern hearing technology (including eHearings, evidence presentation and realtime transcription) to improve efficiency, fairness and the participant experience. The session will be followed by networking drinks and canapés.
- Gain practical, cross-disciplinary insight from legal, arbitration, eDiscovery and eHearings specialists on how technology is changing dispute resolution in practice.
- See technology in action through a mock eHearing set-up, including evidence presentation, realtime transcription and the supporting tools that improve hearing efficiency and participant experience.
- Understand newer eDiscovery functionality through HSFK’s demonstration of tools that can support more efficient evidence collection, review, analysis and preparation.
- Take away practical risk controls for confidentiality, cyber security, proportionality and responsible use of AI in dispute matters.
- Build your professional network with CIArb Australia members, arbitration practitioners, technology specialists and dispute resolution peers over post-session refreshments.

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Date:
Wednesday, 4 November 2026
Time:
5.15pm: Registration
5.30pm – 6.30pm: Panel discussion and Q&A
6.30pm – 7.30pm: Networking drinks and canapés
Venue:
HSFK, 80 Collins Street, Melbourne
RSVP:
By no later than Friday, 30 October 2026
Enquiries:
Gianna Totaro
CEO, CIArb Australia
Mob: 0438 337 328
info@ciarb.net.au
About the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Since 1915 the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators exists for the global promotion, facilitation and development of all forms of private dispute resolution. In addition to providing education, training and accreditation for arbitrators, mediators and adjudicators, Ciarb acts as an international centre for practitioners, policymakers, academics and the business community. Our international membership of over 19,000 professionals spans more than 150 jurisdictions, connected by over 40 active Ciarb Branches worldwide. We support our members with learning and networking opportunities, qualifications, mentorship, research and resources, events and best practice guidance via our global branch network.
Ciarb Australia Branch, formed in 1995, provides tailored support for its membership and is involved in legislative policy and the development of legal principle. Branch membership comprises eminent and experienced professionals with globally recognised qualifications, resolving disputes in a wide range of sectors including major infrastructure and construction, transport, energy and resources, maritime, sport, finance, IT, the arts, media and government schemes.
