Aalia Manie
Head: Webber Wentzel Fusion
Webber Wentzel
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a l i a M a i n e i s t h e H e a d of We b b e r
Wentzel Fusion at Webber Wentzel.
Aalia is a lawyer, legal technologist,
and entrepreneur focusing on driving
impactful legal technology solutions.
With a background in IP and technology
l a w, s h e s p e a r h e a d e d r e g u l a t o r y
reforms. She later gained operational experience in
a technology startup before returning to innovate
and deliver advanced legal solutions for the firm and
its clients.
As the Head of Fusion at Webber Wentzel, Aalia
performs client-facing advisory work and designs
a n d i m p l e m e n t s t h e A I a n d l e g a l t e c h n o l o g y
strategy for one of South Africa's leading law firms.
She contributes to South Africa's legal community
through ecosystem enablement, community support,
a n d p e r s o n a l m e n to r i n g / c o a c h i n g of t a l e n te d
and previously disadvantaged individuals. Aalia
makes a meaningful and tangible difference in her
community by considering the unique challenges and
opportunities faced by South Africa and its people.
She serves as a founding advisory board member
of the South African AI Association, advocating for
the responsible use of AI-powered legal technology.
Historically, the legal technology landscape in South
Africa lagged behind global standards. This delay is
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