The 35th Annual Medico-Legal Congress, organized by Informa Australia, is scheduled for 17-18 March 2026 at the Swissotel Sydney. This esteemed event serves as a pivotal platform for medical and legal professionals to convene and discuss the latest issues, trends, and challenges impacting their respective fields.
The comprehensive program is tailored for a diverse audience, including clinicians from various settings, legal professionals, medico-legal advisers, hospital representatives, insurers, in-house counsel, AHPRA representatives, medico-legal societies, academics, and government officials. Attendees will engage in in-depth discussions on emerging trends, regulatory changes, and real-world case studies that influence daily practice.
Key highlights for 2026 encompass Health Law Updates, focusing on practitioner misconduct regulations and the implications of non-delegable duty in healthcare settings; Regulation & Innovation, exploring developments in medicine prescribing protocols and the legal aspects of AI Scribe technology in clinical documentation; and Clinical Risk & Liability, addressing challenges in clinical negligence cases, professional liability issues, and coronial inquest proceedings.
The Congress offers valuable networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with peers across the medico-legal field. Expert speakers will cover critical issues affecting practice, providing practical knowledge to manage complex medico-legal matters effectively. This event is essential for lawyers, clinicians, and other professionals seeking to stay informed and enhance their practice in the medico-legal domain.
Speakers(25)
Bill Madden
Senior Legal Counsel at Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers
Bill Madden is Senior Legal Counsel at Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers and an Adjunct Professor at the Australian Centre for Health Law Research at QUT, specializing in health law.
Butho Moyo
Mental Health Lead at Victorian Virtual Emergency Department
Butho Moyo is the Mental Health Lead at the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department, focusing on virtual mental health services.
Carly Kind
Privacy Commissioner at Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
Carly Kind is the Privacy Commissioner at the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner, responsible for overseeing privacy rights and data protection in Australia.
Dan Mabon
CEO and Director of Nursing at Wyndham Clinic Private Hospital
Dan Mabon is the CEO and Director of Nursing at Wyndham Clinic Private Hospital, overseeing hospital operations and nursing services.
Darran Foo
Co-Deputy Chair - Digital Health & Innovation Special Interest Group at Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)
Darran Foo serves as the Co-Deputy Chair of the Digital Health & Innovation Special Interest Group at RACGP, focusing on advancements in digital health.
Dr. Jamie Orchard
General Counsel at Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Dr. Jamie Orchard is the General Counsel at AHPRA, offering legal counsel on health practitioner regulation and compliance.
Dr. Malcolm Linsell
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Malcolm Linsell is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Marija Kirjanenko
Emergency Physician at Eastern Health and Victorian Virtual Emergency Department
Dr. Marija Kirjanenko is an Emergency Physician at Eastern Health and the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department, providing acute care services.
Dr. Michael Ryan
Director at Sydney Specialist Physiotherapy Centre
Dr. Michael Ryan is the Director of the Sydney Specialist Physiotherapy Centre, specializing in physiotherapy services.
Dr. Nisha Khot
Clinical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Peninsula Health
Dr. Nisha Khot is the Clinical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Peninsula Health, overseeing women's health services.
Dr. Owen Bradfield
Chief Medical Officer at Medical Indemnity Protection Society (MIPS)
Dr. Owen Bradfield is the Chief Medical Officer at MIPS, overseeing medical indemnity services.
Dr. Sidney Chandrasiri
Executive Director Medical Services at Department of Health Tasmania
Dr. Sidney Chandrasiri is the Executive Director of Medical Services at the Department of Health Tasmania, overseeing medical service delivery across the state.
Emma Baker
Special Counsel at Barry Nilsson
Emma Baker is Special Counsel at Barry Nilsson, focusing on health law and medical negligence.
Hester Wilson
General Practitioner and Chief Addiction Medicine Specialist at NSW Health
Hester Wilson is a General Practitioner and the Chief Addiction Medicine Specialist at NSW Health, focusing on addiction treatment and policy.
Julie Shooter
Special Counsel and Head of Health and Medical Law at Lander & Rogers
Julie Shooter is Special Counsel and Head of Health and Medical Law at Lander & Rogers, focusing on legal issues in the health sector.
Lauren Cooper
Senior Social Worker at RPA Virtual
Lauren Cooper is a Senior Social Worker at RPA Virtual, providing social work services in a virtual healthcare setting.
Magistrate Ken Archer
Coroner at ACT Coroner’s Court
Magistrate Ken Archer serves as the Coroner at the ACT Coroner’s Court, overseeing investigations into deaths and fires within the Australian Capital Territory.
Nimesh Piyatissa
CEO and Co-founder at AKURU iScribe
Nimesh Piyatissa is the CEO and Co-founder of AKURU iScribe, a company specializing in AI-driven clinical documentation solutions.
Penelope June Weller
Health Law Professor at RMIT University
Penelope June Weller is a Health Law Professor at RMIT University and a member of the Mental Health Tribunal Victoria, specializing in mental health law.
Professor Erwin Loh
President at Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators
Professor Erwin Loh is the President of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators and serves as the Director of Medical Services at Monash Health and Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
Professor Marie Bismark
Consultant Psychiatrist and Health Lawyer at Barwon Health
Professor Marie Bismark is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Health Lawyer at Barwon Health, specializing in the intersection of mental health and legal issues.
Professor Tina Cockburn
Director at Australian Centre for Health Law Research
Professor Tina Cockburn is the Director of the Australian Centre for Health Law Research, focusing on legal issues in healthcare.
Professor William Rawlinson AM
Senior Medical Virologist and Director of Serology, Virology and OTDS Laboratories (SAViD) at NSW Health Pathology Randwick
Professor William Rawlinson AM is a Senior Medical Virologist and Director of SAViD at NSW Health Pathology Randwick, specializing in virology and serology.
Robyn Langham AM
Chief Medical Adviser at Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)
Robyn Langham AM serves as the Chief Medical Adviser at the Therapeutic Goods Administration, providing expert guidance on medical products and regulations.
Ruanne Brell
Senior Legal Advisor at Avant Mutual
Ruanne Brell is a Senior Legal Advisor at Avant Mutual, providing legal counsel to healthcare professionals.
Event Details
- Date
- March 17-18, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
- Swissotel Sydney
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Clinicians, legal professionals, medico-legal advisers, hospital representatives, insurers, in-house counsel, AHPRA representatives, medico-legal societies, academics, government officials.