Lexis+AI programme by Topco Media

Souvinier Programme | 19 June 2025

LexisNexis® South Africa, Committed To Advancing The Rule Of Law

Through Innovation And Technology

Since its inception almost nine decades ago, LexisNexis South Africa has been a global leader in legal technology, consistently developing innovative solutions that enable legal professionals, corporations and governments to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes. LexisNexis combines advanced technologies, harnessing the power of AI, to enhance the efﬁciency, productivity and decision-making capabilities of professionals across a range of industries. From legal risk tools to research and compliance management systems, LexisNexis offers a diverse suite of products

engineered to empower users with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed, covering research, risk and compliance, and workﬂow solutions.

Ai-powered research solutions for legal professionals

Driven by artiﬁcial intelligence and analytics, LexisNexis’ research tools offer solutions which bridge the gap between theory and practice. Designed using global technologies and local insights, Lexis+ is a next-generation legal research platform which combines decades of expertise with cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies.

The platform offers legal professionals access to extensive legal databases, case law, statutes and secondary sources, streamlining and enhancing legal research as well as meeting the demands of the changing legal landscape. The recently launched Lexis+ AI is built and trained on the largest repository of accurate and exclusive legal content to provide customers with trusted, comprehensive legal results with unmatched speed and precision and backed by veriﬁable, citable authority. Lexis+AI technology features conversational search, insightful summarisation, and intelligent legal drafting capabilities, all supported by state-of-the-art encryption and privacy technology to keep

sensitive data secure.

Conversational search simpliﬁes the complex and time-consuming legal research journey, providing a search experience for diverse legal questions with citations to facilitate effective and efﬁcient research. Enhanced summarisation provides a custom summary of case law to speed up and guide insightful analysis.

Generative document drafting guides customers through the legal drafting process, generating a ﬁrst draft of a legal document, and allowing users to change the language and tone from a simple prompt Lexis Practical Guidance is another online resource which provides step-by-step guidance, practice notes, checklists and forms tailored

to specific legal areas. Each practice area is tailored to meet the specific needs of its target persona, enabling professionals to enhance their workflow, mitigate risks, and deliver high-quality services.

Other innovative research resources are the LexisNexis Academic & Professional Print Suite, which offers an extensive collection of legal, tax and ﬁnance resources, including textbooks and reference materials. These suites are invaluable resources - curated by experts - for scholars, students and professionals who want to stay up-to-date with the latest developments.

Schedule Our

09:00 - 10:00 Arrival and Networking + one-on-one meetings

10:00 - 10:10

Moderator opening remarks: Leanne Manas, News Anchor

10:10 - 10:15

A Message of Support from the Honourable Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development in South Africa Mmamoloko Kubayi

10:15 - 10:40

A Fireside chat with Ian Andrews, CEO of LexisNexis & Leanne Manas around How Generative AI is Powering a New Era of Legal Practice

10:40 - 11:25

Lexis+ AI Panel Discussion: AI in Law: Shaping the Future of Legal Practice

Speakers:

• Azhar Aziz-Ismail, Knowledge Manager, Baker-McKenzie

• Lizanne Engelbracht, Content Development Manager, LexisNexis

• Kofi Kyei, Sales Director, LexisNexis

Have a look at our order of events at the Lexis+AI brunch 2025

11:25 - 11:35 Interactive Q&A

11:35 - 11:50

Lexis +AI Demo: Claude De Villers, Head of Solutions at LexisNexis

11:50 - 12:00

Moderator closing remarks: Leanne Manas, News Anchor

13:00 12:00 - 13:00 End of Event Networking Lunch is served

Mitigating Business Liabilities With Risk And Compliance Solutions

In today’s increasingly regulated environment, effective governance, risk and compliance (GRC) management is vital for businesses to thrive. Tailored for corporations, ﬁnancial institutions and government agencies, Lexis GRC offers tools and resources for policy management, risk assessment, monitoring and reporting. This centralised platform enables organisations to maintain robust compliance frameworks, mitigate risks, make more informed decisions to safeguard their operations and improve overall corporate governance. Third-party risk management is crucial for businesses that rely on vendors and partners. By offering advanced screening tools and customisable risk assessments, Lexis

Streamlining Operations And Enhancing Efﬁciency

ProcureCheck enables businesses to mitigate third-party risks and protect their reputation. Lexis ProcureCheck is a due diligence solution that provides access to an extensive database of public records, allowing organisations to perform thorough background checks.

Property transactions can be time-consuming with little room for errors but Lexis WinDeed and Lexis Convey simplifies and automates the conveyancing process. Designed for conveyancing attorneys, law firms, and property professionals, the solutions offer a centralised platform to manage all aspects of property transfers. From the initial instructions to final registration, these software solutions include advanced features such as document, workflow management, and integration with deeds office systems.

Obtaining rate clearance certiﬁcates are necessary step property transactions. Lexis Rates Clearance simpliﬁes the process, ensuring transactions are compliant with local government requirements and helps avoid delays that can arise from missing or delayed rate clearance

certiﬁcates. For navigating the complex world of estate administration, Lexis Deceased Estates offers a solution designed for attorneys, ﬁduciary practitioners, and trust companies.

With anti-money laundering (AML) compliance obligations ﬁrmly under the regulatory spotlight, Lexis KYC (Know Your Customer) offers organisations a comprehensive customer onboarding solution which assists in building a trusted customer base. Using advanced screening tools, watchlist monitoring, and customisable risk scoring models, Lexis KYC gives organisations access to a vast database of records, equipping them to mitigate ﬁnancial crimes and comply with regulations.

Who you work with in your organisation is just as important as who you work with outside of the organisation.

Hiring the right employees is crucial to the success of any organisation and Lexis RefCheck helps HR professionals, recruiters and managers to find the right people by simplifying the background screening process by providing access to a database of employment records to verify candidates’ work histories, qualifications, and credentials. Lexis Sign is another workflow solution which can improve operational efficiency and ensure legal compliance. It offers a secure,

user-friendly electronic signature solution for organisations of all sizes, replacing physical document handling and manual signatures with an efﬁcient electronic system. Whether you’re a legal professional seeking efﬁcient research solutions or a business striving to manage compliance risks, LexisNexis offers the tools, resources and expertise needed to succeed in today’s past-paced, technology-driven world.