Topic 4 - Foundations in LegalTech

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How is technology changing the legal industry and individual’s access to legal services? Find out about the possibilities and challenges which LegalTech poses to the legal industry and access to justice

Workshop 4: Foundations in LegalTech

Learn about the LegalTech technologies that are increasingly used in the legal industry as well as in the justice system. LegalTech, or LawTech is increasingly used to help aid practitioners perform their tasks faster and more accurately, as well as to facilitate access to justice for citizens. We will discuss the basics about key emerging technologies as they apply in the legal field (machine learning, explainable AI, and blockchain). In addition, we will address their pros and cons, legal and ethical challenges, risks and opportunities. This session does not presuppose any specific technical background.

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What you will learn:

To identify the main LegalTech technologies currently used by law firms or institutions.
To identify and think critically about the main ethical and legal challenges related to the use of these technologies.
To identify new use cases in which the technologies may be employed and related ethical and legal challenges.

Who is this workshop for:

Beginners eager to explore what LegalTech is.
Individuals who may be interested in how technology may be harnessed to increase access to justice.
Anyone who works in the legal sector and is curious about how technology is changing the legal industry.
Individuals looking to enhance their critical thinking skills.