The LLM x Law Hackathon is an annual event that brings together students, academics, and industry professionals to develop innovative solutions at the intersection of large language models (LLMs) and the legal sector. Organized by the King's Entrepreneurship Lab, this hackathon is inspired by the CodeX initiative at Stanford University and aims to foster collaboration between law and technology disciplines.
Participants engage in intensive sessions where they address real-world legal challenges using LLMs. Key themes include enhancing legal document analysis, improving access to justice, and streamlining legal processes through AI-driven tools. The event features problem statements provided by co-organizing institutions, sponsors, and partners, allowing teams to focus on developing practical solutions.
Beyond the hackathon, attendees have opportunities to network with peers, industry experts, and potential employers. The event includes lightning talks, workshops, and social gatherings, creating a comprehensive experience that combines learning, collaboration, and professional development.
The LLM x Law Hackathon is ideal for students and professionals from diverse backgrounds, including law, computer science, engineering, linguistics, and business. It offers a platform to apply interdisciplinary skills, gain insights into the evolving legal tech landscape, and contribute to innovative advancements in the field.
Speakers(7)
Bernhard Waltl
Data Scientist at BMW Group
Presented a lightning talk on data strategy in the legal sector at the LLM x Law Hackathon.
Harry Surden
Professor at Stanford University
Delivered a lightning talk on the evolving use of AI in legal research during the LLM x Law Hackathon.
Jay Mandal
Fellow at Stanford CodeX
Offered welcoming remarks at the LLM x Law Hackathon, highlighting the intersection of law and technology.
Kamiar Mohaddes
Co-Founder and Director at King’s Entrepreneurship Lab
Provided welcoming remarks at the LLM x Law Hackathon, setting the stage for a day of intense collaboration and innovation.
Kimberley Boadu
Google DeepMind
Delivered the keynote speech at the LLM x Law Hackathon, emphasizing the transformative potential of AI in the legal field.
Laura Hodgson
Representative at Linklaters
Provided guidance and support to participants during the LLM x Law Hackathon.
Merul Parmarand
Representative at Robin AI
Offered strategic insights and practical advice to teams at the LLM x Law Hackathon.
Event Details
- Date
- June 23, 2024
- Location
- 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Cambridge Judge Business School
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Students and professionals from law, computer science, engineering, linguistics, and business backgrounds.
- Attendees
- Approximately 150 participants from 12 countries attended the inaugural event.