AI Governance for Legal Teams: From Frameworks to Risks
Thursday, January 22nd • 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM ET
Artificial intelligence is evolving at a pace that challenges even the most sophisticated legal departments. As organizations adopt AI tools across business units, in-house counsel are increasingly responsible for mitigating new categories of risk, ensuring responsible use, and developing governance structures that align with emerging regulatory requirements. This session provides a practical roadmap for legal teams seeking clarity on what effective AI governance looks like today—and how to prepare for what’s coming next.
Join us on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 12pm ET / 9am PT as Caroline McCaffery, General Counsel and AI governance expert, breaks down what AI governance really means in practice, how to select a framework that fits your organization, and the regulatory developments every legal team should be anticipating. She will also walk through critical considerations around internal policies, contractual protections, vendor diligence, and pragmatic steps for strengthening your oversight program right now.
Key Takeaways
Understanding the core components of modern AI governance frameworks and how to assess which model best fits your organization
A breakdown of regulatory trends affecting AI use, including what in-house counsel should prioritize in 2026
How to design practical internal policies that enable safe, responsible, and compliant AI adoption
Contractual protections and vendor due diligence strategies to mitigate operational and legal risk
Clear next steps for building or maturing your AI oversight program
Who Should Attend
This session is designed for in-house legal professionals responsible for advising on AI deployment, managing enterprise risk, overseeing compliance programs, negotiating vendor agreements, or shaping organizational policy. It is especially valuable for counsel seeking actionable, non-theoretical guidance to help their companies navigate the fast-changing AI regulatory landscape.
