Speaker Profile

Michael Seton

Founder and Solicitor Director, Seton Family Lawyers

"The TechX Summit is incredibly excited to welcome Michael Seton onboard. As a pioneering force at the intersection of legal excellence, human psychology, and AI technology, his visionary approach to industry transformation is exactly what the world is ready to hear. We are honored to feature his expertise on our global stage."
Specialist Family Law Legal Tech & AI Purpose-Driven Leadership Dispute Resolution

Executive Overview

Michael Seton is the highly decorated Founder and Solicitor Director of Seton Family Lawyers, an award-winning specialist firm based on the Central Coast of New South Wales. Backed by over 20 years of elite legal experience, Michael holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.), a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. This unique multidisciplinary foundation empowers him to bring a deeply compassionate, people-centered approach to high-stakes advocacy and dispute resolution. He is proudly endorsed by The Law Society of New South Wales as an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, sits on their Family Law Specialist Accreditation Advisory Committee, and is admitted to practice in both the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia.

Professional Journey & Impact

Beginning his career at a national firm in Sydney, Michael has evolved into one of Australia’s premier legal minds and a powerful advocate for industry modernization. He is a recognized pioneer in legal technology, serving as a human verifier for the AI-based legal research and drafting platform, LawY, since its inception. His early adoption and active training of Australian legal practitioners in new technologies have driven massive operational efficiencies at his firm. Guided by a philosophy of regeneration inspired by the resilience of the eucalyptus tree, Seton Family Lawyers leverages this technological efficiency to heavily invest in community justice—funding year-on-year increases in entirely pro bono services for vulnerable individuals and women escaping domestic violence. Michael’s leadership extends far beyond the courtroom. He serves as a member of The University of Sydney’s Human Research Ethics Committee and proudly maintains a posting as a Flight Lieutenant and Legal Officer (Specialist Reservist) with the Royal Australian Air Force. His exceptional commitment to his field and to championing mental health has earned him the profession's top honors. He is a recipient of the coveted Excellence Award—the highest honor in Australia at the Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards—as well as being named Family Law Partner of the Year (twice), Mentor of the Year, and Wellbeing Champion of the Year by The Law Society of New South Wales.

Core Areas of Expertise

  • Specialist Family Law & Advocacy: Delivering strategic, empathetic dispute resolution across complex property settlements, sensitive parenting arrangements, and domestic or international family violence matters.
  • Legal Technology & AI Integration: Leading the safe adoption of artificial intelligence in the legal sector as a national verifier for LawY, upskilling practitioners to streamline workflows.
  • Purpose-Driven Leadership: Blending formal psychology training with legal practice to redefine regional excellence, drive corporate wellbeing, and deliver highly impactful pro bono initiatives.

What to Expect at TechX Summit

Michael brings a profoundly human perspective to the rapidly digitizing tech and legal landscapes. Attendees can expect an inspiring masterclass on how to seamlessly blend innovative AI technology with a compassionate, client-care framework to set powerful new benchmarks for purpose-driven business. Outside the office, Michael is a marathon runner (having conquered Berlin and Sydney, with London next), a dedicated cricketer, and a proud "dance dad" to his three young children. We are absolutely thrilled to have him onboard to share his blueprint for combining technological efficiency with genuine human impact!

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We are honored to welcome Michael Seton to Tech X Summit Global Singapore 2026.
His purpose-driven legal tech blueprint will redefine how innovation serves humanity.