Courts in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Conference 2024

The "Courts in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Conference 2024" is a pivotal event organized by the Center for Legal & Court Technology (CLCT) at William & Mary Law School. Hosted by Louisiana's 24th Judicial District Court, Jefferson Parish, the conference will take place from June 20 to 22, 2024, at the Louisiana Supreme Courthouse in New Orleans, Louisiana. This hybrid event offers both in-person and remote participation options, aiming to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on court operations and the legal profession.

The conference agenda encompasses a range of critical topics, including an introduction to artificial intelligence and generative intelligence, an examination of AI's strengths and weaknesses, and discussions on how AI will affect lawyers and legal practice. Sessions will also delve into the utilization of AI by judges and courts to enhance their activities, the risks associated with judicial and court use of AI, and the long-term implications of AI from the courts' perspective. Notably, the event will feature a keynote address titled "Our Likely Technological Future, the Next 20-30 Years" by Gregory Akers, and a session on the potential technological impact on courts over the next two to three decades from a commercial company perspective by Anthony Douglass, President & CEO of FTR.

In addition to the informative sessions, the conference provides ample networking opportunities, including breakout sessions focused on AI use in courts, where participants can discuss goals and concerns. Attendees will also have the chance to engage in discussions aimed at updating the existing 2018 Best Practices document and the CLCT Protocols for Use by Lawyers of Courtroom Technology, ensuring they are prepared for the near future. The event concludes with optional courthouse tours, offering a practical glimpse into the integration of technology in judicial settings.

This conference is ideal for judges, court administrators, legal practitioners, technologists, and academics interested in the intersection of artificial intelligence and the judicial system. Participants will gain valuable insights into the evolving role of AI in legal contexts, engage with experts from academia and industry, and contribute to shaping best practices for the responsible adoption of AI in courts.