The Definitive Legal & Compliance Reference
Creating Artificial Intelligence Governance and Oversight Programs
Expanded Edition — 2026
The only comprehensive legal treatise that walks corporate counsel, compliance officers, and board members through every dimension of building, deploying, and sustaining an enterprise AI governance program — from regulatory foundations to board-level training, from ethical frameworks to procurement contracts.
Legal & Compliance
CREATING
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
GOVERNANCE &
OVERSIGHT PROGRAMS
Expanded Edition
John Fisher, J.D.
AI GOVERNANCE
The AI Governance Crisis No Organization Can Ignore
$5.3 Trillion
Projected global AI market by 2030 — and regulators are racing to keep pace
45+ Jurisdictions
Have enacted or proposed AI-specific legislation as of 2026, including the EU AI Act now in full force
$35M+
Maximum fines under the EU AI Act for prohibited AI practices — and U.S. agencies are following suit
Organizations that deploy AI without documented governance programs face regulatory sanctions, director liability, reputational harm, and loss of stakeholder trust. The question is no longer whether to build an AI governance program — it’s whether yours can withstand scrutiny.
This book gives you the complete blueprint.
Complete Book Contents
Five Parts. Fifteen Chapters. One Complete Program.
Every chapter is practical, actionable, and written specifically for legal professionals and governance leaders.
Part I
Foundations of AI Governance
Chapter 1: Understanding AI in the Enterprise
Types of AI, machine learning, generative AI, autonomous agents; how AI creates value and risk; AI maturity models for governance
Chapter 2: The Regulatory Landscape
EU AI Act risk tiers and compliance obligations; NIST AI RMF; U.S. sector-specific rules (SEC, FTC, EEOC, CFPB); state AI laws; international frameworks
Chapter 3: AI Ethics and Responsible AI
Fairness, transparency, accountability, human oversight; embedding ethics into governance architecture; bias detection and mitigation
Part II
Program Design and Infrastructure
Chapter 4: Governance Architecture
Committee structures, roles and responsibilities, CAIO position design, Board AI Committee formation, governance charter drafting
Chapter 5: AI Risk Assessment
Risk identification frameworks, impact assessments, risk registers, high-risk AI system protocols, risk acceptance and escalation
Chapter 6: AI Policies and Documentation
Acceptable use policies, model documentation standards, audit trails, record-keeping, regulatory examination readiness
Part III
AI Procurement and Vendor Management
Chapter 7: AI Procurement Strategy
Build vs. buy analysis, vendor selection criteria, procurement committee governance, pilot program management, due diligence frameworks
Chapter 8: AI Contracts and Negotiation
Essential contract provisions, IP ownership, data rights, indemnification, liability caps, SLAs, audit rights, generative AI-specific terms
Chapter 9: Third-Party AI Risk Management
AI supply chain mapping, ongoing vendor monitoring, exit planning, sub-processor obligations, annual procurement audits
Part IV
Board Training and Oversight
Chapter 10: Board Roles and Director Responsibilities
Fiduciary duties applied to AI; committee assignments; personal director liability under AI regulations; oversight structures
Chapter 11: AI Training Curriculum for Directors and Executives
Literacy programs, tabletop exercises, incident simulations, competency assessments, ongoing education frameworks
Chapter 12: AI Metrics, Reporting, and Accountability
KPI frameworks, board reporting templates, CAIO performance evaluation, executive compensation integration, AI audit programs
Part V
Implementation and Future-Proofing
Chapter 13: Deploying Your AI Governance Program
Phased implementation planning, stakeholder communication, change management, quick-start 90-day blueprint
Chapter 14: Monitoring, Auditing, and Continuous Improvement
AI audit methodologies, incident response, program maturity assessment, continuous improvement cycles
Chapter 15: Emerging Issues
Agentic AI governance, AI in regulated industries, cross-border compliance, scenario planning for future regulatory developments
Included With Every Copy
The Complete Companion Workbook
Every chapter in the book is paired with a hands-on implementation module in the companion workbook — making this the only AI governance resource that doesn’t just tell you what to do, but walks you through doing it.
Workbook Contents
- ✅ 45+ Practical Exercises and Worksheets
- ✅ AI Use Case Inventory Template
- ✅ Regulatory Applicability Assessment Matrix
- ✅ Governance Charter Drafting Guide
- ✅ AI System Registry Builder (20+ Field Template)
- ✅ Build vs. Buy Decision Scoring Tool
- ✅ AI Contract Term Scorecard (20 Essential Clauses)
- ✅ Board Training Needs Assessment Survey
- ✅ 3 Full Tabletop Exercise Scenarios with Facilitation Guides
- ✅ 40-KPI AI Governance Dashboard Menu
- ✅ Board Reporting Template (6-Section Format)
- ✅ AI Governance Maturity Model (5 Levels × 8 Dimensions)
- ✅ 90-Day Quick-Start Implementation Plan
- ✅ Master Action Item Tracker
- ✅ Reflection Questions and Team Discussion Guides for Every Chapter
Why This Book
What You Gain From This Program
Legal Precision at Every Step
Written by a practicing attorney. Every regulatory requirement, contract clause, and liability analysis reflects current law and enforcement trends as of 2026.
A Complete Program, Not Just Theory
Most AI governance books describe frameworks. This one delivers the actual documents, templates, checklists, and decision tools to build a real program.
Board-Ready Training Materials
The only AI governance treatise that includes full director and executive training curricula, including tabletop crisis simulations with facilitation guides.
Procurement That Protects Your Organization
Three full chapters on AI procurement, vendor contracts, and third-party risk — the most comprehensive legal treatment of AI vendor relationships in any governance publication.
Metrics That Drive Accountability
A 40-KPI governance dashboard, board reporting templates, and executive compensation integration guides transform abstract governance into measurable performance.
Future-Proofed for What’s Coming
Dedicated coverage of agentic AI, autonomous systems, cross-border compliance, and scenario planning prepares your organization for the next wave of AI regulation.
Written For the Leaders Who Are Responsible
Corporate Counsel & General Counsel
Navigate regulatory exposure, advise boards, and own the legal infrastructure of your organization’s AI program.
Chief Compliance Officers
Build audit-ready AI governance programs that satisfy regulators across multiple jurisdictions.
Board Members & Directors
Fulfill fiduciary duties, understand director liability, and govern AI with confidence.
C-Suite Executives
Align AI strategy with governance, manage risk, and demonstrate accountability to regulators and stakeholders.
Risk & Audit Professionals
Conduct thorough AI risk assessments, design monitoring programs, and lead AI audits.
What Governance Leaders Are Saying
“This is the resource I’ve been waiting for. The combination of regulatory analysis, contract guidance, and board training materials in one volume is unprecedented. Attorney Fisher has written the definitive AI governance treatise.”
— Chief Legal Officer, Fortune 500 Technology Company
“The companion workbook alone is worth the price. My team used the tabletop exercises to identify gaps in our incident response program that we’d never have caught otherwise.”
— Chief Compliance Officer, Regional Financial Institution
“As a board member, I finally feel equipped to ask the right questions about AI. The board training curriculum and the director liability analysis gave me the framework I needed to fulfill my oversight responsibilities.”
— Independent Director, Audit Committee Chair
Start Building Your AI Governance Program Today
Get the complete multi-part book, all 15 chapters, and the full companion workbook — the most comprehensive AI governance program available to legal and compliance professionals.
Complete Package
$295
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- ✦ Full 15-Chapter Book (Print + Digital)
- ✦ Complete Companion Workbook
- ✦ All Templates, Checklists & Tools
- ✦ Board Training Modules
- ✦ Tabletop Exercise Scenarios
- ✦ 90-Day Quick-Start Plan
- ✦ Future Updates Included
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Frequently Asked Questions
The book is available in both print hardcover and digital PDF formats. All orders include immediate access to the complete digital edition, with the print edition shipped separately.
Yes. The companion workbook is included with every copy of the book and is available as a separate fillable PDF designed for team use.
Absolutely. The book includes guidance scaled to organizations of all sizes. Part II specifically addresses building right-sized governance programs that match organizational complexity and risk profile.
The 2026 Expanded Edition incorporates the EU AI Act enforcement regime, updated NIST AI RMF guidance, current SEC and FTC AI enforcement actions, and state AI legislation through mid-2026.
Yes. Volume pricing is available for law firms, corporations, boards, and compliance teams purchasing 10 or more copies. Contact us for organizational licensing terms.
The book and training modules are designed to support CLE and compliance training programs. Contact your jurisdiction’s CLE authority for accreditation procedures.