Obstetric Medico-Legal Conference
Facilitating constructive discussion and debate around the legal, ethical and medical issues surrounding conception, pregnancy and birth
13-14 August 2026 | Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
Returning for its 18th year, the Obstetric Medico-Legal Conference is a key event in the calendar for legal and medical professionals involved in obstetric care and those committed to improving maternal and infant care quality and safety. The conference will cover a range of topics, including birth injuries, medical errors in prenatal and postnatal care, and emerging medico-legal challenges in obstetrics.
This event provides a unique platform for legal and medical experts to share their knowledge and experiences, discuss emerging trends, and network with colleagues from across the industry. Attendees will also be able to participate in interactive sessions designed to enhance their understanding of both legal and medical aspects of obstetrics care.
With a focus on managing high-risk pregnancies, ensuring timely transfers, and addressing key legal and medical issues, the conference is ideal for those involved in the coordination, delivery, and regulation of maternity services.
Who Attends?
The Obstetric Medico-Legal Conference attracts a diverse audience of professionals dedicated to improving maternal and neonatal care. Attendees include obstetricians, gynaecologists, midwives, nurses, medical and legal practitioners, healthcare administrators, policy makers, and insurers.
Register Your Interest
To receive updates on speaker announcements, early bird discounts, and the release of the agenda, register your interest.
Why Attend?
The Congress brings together professionals from both the legal and medical sectors to discuss practical, current issues. It’s an opportunity to:
- Stay informed on emerging challenges at the intersection of law and healthcare.
- Network with professionals from across the medico-legal field.
Gain practical knowledge to help manage complex medico-legal issues in your daily work. - Learn from expert speakers who will cover key issues impacting your practice.
- If you are a lawyer, clinician, or any other professional working in medico-legal fields, this Congress provides a useful forum to stay updated, discuss challenges, and gain insights that can be applied directly to your work.
2026 SPEAKERS
2026 EXHIBITORS
SUPPORTING PARTNER
2025 Highlights
INSIGHTS
Improving the accessibility of drugs for pregnant women
The appropriate way for doctors to handle surrogacy births – insights from a surrogate mother and lawyer
Why all clinicians need to learn trauma-informed care
How this male midwife is building trust with his patients
SPEAKER INTERVIEW 1
SPEAKER INTERVIEW 2
WHEN & WHERE
12-13 August 2026
Rendezvous Hotel
Melbourne