Lawfest 2026

LawFest is New Zealand’s premier legal innovation and technology conference and trade expo.vLawFest 26 will be held at the Viaduct Events Centre, located on Auckland’s vibrant waterfront.

March 11-12, 2026
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2 days
Hosted by
Lawfest
Auckland
New Zealand

LawFest stands as New Zealand’s premier conference and expo dedicated to legal innovation and technology. For 2026, the event moves to the Viaduct Events Centre in Auckland on 11 and 12 March. The venue offers incredible waterfront views and plenty of natural light, located just a short walk from the city center.

What to expect

Over the course of two days, LawFest 26 brings together law firm partners, in-house counsel, and legal innovators to explore the practical applications of technology. The program focuses on moving beyond the hype of artificial intelligence and automation to find real-world ways to improve legal work. With over 20 expert speakers and 40 exhibitors, the event features a free expo and networking afternoon on Wednesday followed by a full conference schedule on Thursday.

Catch up with VXT

The VXT team will be at the trade expo for the duration of the event. We are excited to head to the waterfront to see the latest in legal tech and catch up with our colleagues across the industry. Come and see VXT the team, we’d love to talk and hear how your conference is going.