Date: 29 April 2025
Jurisdiction: Commonwealth – Federal Court of Australia

Abstract:

On 29 April 2025, the Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Australia issued a Notice to the Profession concerning the court’s ongoing consideration and discussion about the regulation of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) in proceedings (Notice).

The Notice refers to and restates the contents of the Media Statement issued on 28 March 2025, to the effect that the court is contemplating the development of either Guidelines or a Practice Note in relation to the use of Gen AI, with an emphasis on balancing the interests of the administration of justice with the responsible use of emergent technologies.

Prior to finalising its position, the court has foreshadowed an intention to consider the practice of other courts and consult with parties and the legal profession.

In the interim, the court has reminded practitioners that they remain responsible for the material tendered in proceedings and that any use of Gen AI must be responsible and conducted in a way that is consistent with…