Workplace investigations continue to evolve in both complexity and scope. Explore the latest developments shaping investigative practice. Topics include the growing role of AI in investigations, both as a tool for investigators and as a means for bad actors to deceive them, the integration of tikanga into investigation processes and how to navigate this emerging area, and recent case law impacting how investigations should be conducted.
Wednesday, 15 October 2025
Description
Attend and earn 1 CPD hour
Chair:
John Farrow, Partner, Anderson Lloyd
1.00pm to 2.00pm Recent Developments and Trends in Workplace Investigations
- Using AI in investigations: by investigators to make life easier….and by nefarious parties who seek to fool investigators
- Tikanga in investigations and how to navigate this developing area
- Recent case law: what’s new.
Presented by Andrew Scott-Howman, Barrister and Workplace Investigator, Port Nicholson Chambers
Learning Objectives:
- Gain insights into the use (and misuse) of AI in workplace investigations
- Understand how to ensure compliance with tikanga in investigation processes
- Stay up-to-date with recent case law and its implications for investigative work
Presenters
John Farrow, Partner, Anderson Lloyd
John Farrow is a Partner co-leading Anderson Lloyd's national employment team. He specialises in Employment and Health & Safety law. John's expertise covers the full range of employment matters, including those which involve criminal and civil aspects. John has represented employees, senior executives, small to medium businesses, councils, local authorities, and corporates. He is a LEADR-accredited Mediator, Member of the Institute of Directors and is an 'Association of Workplace Investigators' Certificate-holder. John is named in the 'Best Lawyers in New Zealand' publication, Labour and Employment Law category, and as a 'next generation partner' in the Legal 500.
Andrew Scott-Howman, Barrister and Workplace Investigator, Port Nicholson Chambers
Andrew Scott-Howman is a Wellington based barrister specialising in workplace investigations. He is a graduate of the Association of Workplace Investigator's Training Institute and a member of that specialist interest organisation. He is also a co-author of the Thomson Reuters text "Workplace Bullying in New Zealand". He acts as investigator in both the public and private sectors, and has wide experience in investigating bullying, sexual harassment, and sexual misconduct claims.
This seminar is part of a series
Employment Law Series 2025
Stay ahead in the fast-changing employment law landscape with this five-part webinar series, covering the most pressing developments and emerging trends shaping workplace practice in New Zealand. From the evolving world of workplace investigations, the latest significant case law, and the rise of mental wellbeing claims, to proposed reforms to the Health and Safety at Work Act and key amendments to the Employment Relations Act, each session delivers targeted insights from leading experts. Gain practical strategies, stay compliant, and ensure your workplace advice is informed by the most up-to-date legal and procedural changes. Attend individual sessions or the full series to earn up to 5 CPD hours.
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Attend the complete series and earn 5 CPD hours
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