Artificial intelligence is moving faster than most regulatory frameworks — and South African courts are already beginning to see the consequences of
unchecked AI use, from fabricated legal research to growing data protection and governance risks.
Many businesses have already adopted AI without formally realising it. Employees are using tools like ChatGPT, CO-Pilot and AI-powered software to
draft documents, process information and communicate with clients — frequently without governance policies, usage guidelines or an understanding of the legal risks involved.
At Macgregor Erasmus Attorneys, Director Justin Klingbiel is expanding the firm’s specialist commercial and litigation practice through advanced executive training focused on the intersection of law, technology, governance and commercial strategy.
He is amongst a rare field of preeminent scholars and Lawyers in this field with certifications through Harvard, the London School of Economics and the
University of Cape Town, covering areas such as:
The result is a practical, commercially focused legal approach built for a business environment increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, cyber risk, regulation and growing governance demands.
Justin’s practice continues to focus on:
As the lines between technology, governance and legal exposure continue to blur, modern legal advisors are being required to understand far more than legislation alone. Specialist Lawyers, such as Justin, are now a scarce commodity.
To discuss the shifting legal implications of AI, cyber security, governance and enterprise risk, contact Samantha at samantha@meattorneys.co.za or 031 201
8955.
