The Future of Work: Legal Issues in Remote and Hybrid Settings 2026
Program Length
1 Day
Program Dates
Online (Live)
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Online (Replay)
A scheduled replay of a past program, with the ability to submit questions.
The Future of Work: Legal Issues in Remote and Hybrid Settings 2026
Program Chair
Lisa Stam
Founder and Managing Partner, SpringLaw
Gain practical insights into the legal implications of flexible work and learn how to harness remote and hybrid models to build more inclusive, productive and resilient workplaces.
Flexible working is reshaping the modern workplace, offering opportunities to attract top talent, improve employee wellbeing and enhance business performance. Learn how to unlock these advantages while effectively managing the legal, regulatory and compliance challenges of remote and hybrid work arrangements.
This event is designed for HR professionals, in-house counsel, employment lawyers, labour relations specialists, people leaders and workplace advisors who support employers and employees navigating the evolving world of remote and hybrid work. Whether you are responsible for developing workplace policies, managing employee relations, advising on compliance obligations, or addressing cross-border workforce issues, this session will provide practical insights into the legal and operational considerations of flexible work arrangements in today’s modern workplace.
Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Assess the legal and strategic considerations of building a flexible, borderless workforce.
Navigate tax, immigration and employment law issues across jurisdictions.
Develop compliant work-from-anywhere strategies that support flexibility and business objectives.
Leverage AI in hiring, performance management and workplace decision-making while maintaining human oversight.
Apply best practices for employee monitoring, privacy and trust in digital workplaces.
Foster inclusive and accessible workplaces through effective accommodation and equity strategies.
Learn how successful organizations build culture, collaboration and engagement in remote and hybrid environments.
PLUS! Registration includes 120 days of access to the archived recording, allowing you to revisit key insights and apply them when you need them most.
Who Should Attend
HR Professionals/Executives/Managers
Employment and Labour Lawyers in Private Practice
In-House Counsel
Workplace Consultants in Employment and Labour Law
Mediators and Arbitrators of Employment and Labour law Disputes
And anyone responsible for workforce planning, workplace policy development or the future of work within their organization
Faculty
Program Chair
Lisa Stam
Founder and Managing Partner, SpringLaw
Instructors
Jeffrey Adams
SpringLaw
Melissa Babel
Babel Immigration Law Professional Corporation
Terese M. Connolly
Taft Law, Chicago, Illinois
Amy Davies
CEO, First30
Tania DeSa
CEO, Desa Global Leadership
Ellen Low
Ellen Low & Co
Anna Malazhavaya
Advotax Law
Sean Murray
Vice President, Business Cloud Inc.
Ted Panagiotoulias
Seabrook Workplace law
Nancy Shapiro
The Employment Law Boutique
Jane Southren
Co-Founder, Southren Group
Calvin To
SpringLaw
Sherry Provis
Senior HR Manager, Capstone
“Excellent. Lots of great information and insights.”
Agenda
Framing the “future of work” lens
Remote work as opportunity, not risk
Key takeaways for modern employers
Lisa Stam, Founder and Managing Partner, SpringLaw
Taxation considerations
Corporate concerns
Immigration law considerations
Anna Malazhavaya, Advotax Law Melissa Babel, Babel Immigration Law Professional Corporation
How organizations scale global teams
Compliance challenges across borders and managing legal risk
Work from anywhere strategies – practical tips for HR professionals
Terese M. Connolly, Taft Law, Chicago, Illinois Nancy Shapiro, The Employment Law Boutique
Refreshment Break (11:00 a.m. ET)
Return to office directives and location of work
Health and safety in remote settings
Structuring flexible and scalable policies while fulfilling employer obligations
Balancing autonomy with compliance
What successful remote organizations do well
Ted Panagiotoulias, Seabrook Workplace Law
Lunch Break (12:00 p.m. ET)
AI beyond hiring – performance and decisions
Bias, transparency and accountability
Using AI effectively to enhance and not replace judgment
Change management and AI
Jeffrey Adams, SpringLaw Calvin To, SpringLaw
As organizations continue to navigate digital and hybrid work environments, balancing productivity, employee trust, and technology has become a key leadership challenge. In this session, Sean Murray explores the role of employee monitoring and performance management tools, including AI-enabled solutions, while highlighting practical considerations for their appropriate use.
Sean Murray, Vice President, Business Cloud Inc.
Refreshment Break (2:15 p.m. ET)
Remote/hybrid work opens doors to diverse talent and offers flexibility, but true inclusion requires intentional and concerted effort. Every employee—regardless of location, background, or ability—should feel valued, supported, and equally empowered to grow. Building an inclusive remote/flexible culture involves addressing challenges such as isolation, communication barriers, and unequal visibility.
Duty to accommodate in flexible/remote workplaces
Practical, defensible decision-making frameworks
Case study scenarios showing real-life examples
Tania DeSa, CEO, Desa Global Leadership Ellen Low, Ellen Low & Co
How leading remote organizations intentionally build strong cultures and meaningfully connect employees across distances
How teams effectively communicate, seamlessly collaborate, and consistently maintain alignment in distributed work environments
Practical lessons on how organizations can confidently adapt, thoughtfully innovate, and sustainably scale remote and hybrid work models
Panellists
Amy Davies, CEO, First30 Jane Southren, Co-Founder, Southren Group
Moderator
Lisa Stam, Founder and Managing Partner, SpringLaw
Lisa Stam, Founder and Managing Partner, SpringLaw
Newly licensed regulated professionals within the past 2 years receive 50% off the regular program fee.
Time
Nov 26, 2026 9:00 a.m – 4:50 p.m (ET)
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