FutureLaw 2026 is an annual conference organized by CodeX – The Stanford Center for Legal Informatics, focusing on the intersection of law and technology. Scheduled for April 16, 2026, at Stanford Law School, this event brings together academics, entrepreneurs, lawyers, investors, policymakers, and engineers to explore advancements in legal technology and their implications for the legal profession.
The conference will cover a range of topics, including the integration of artificial intelligence in courtrooms, the emergence of AI-native law firms, and the role of deductive reasoning in legal technology. Sessions such as "Beyond Efficiency: Building Reliability into Courtroom Use of Artificial Intelligence" and "The Great Unbundling: Can Traditional Firms Compete with AI-Native Challengers?" will delve into these subjects, providing insights into the evolving landscape of legal practice.
Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities during breaks and a reception following the closing keynote. The event will also feature the CodeX Prize ceremony, recognizing outstanding contributions to legal technology. Notable speakers from academia, industry, and policy sectors will share their expertise throughout the day.
FutureLaw 2026 is ideal for legal professionals, technologists, policymakers, and scholars interested in understanding and shaping the future of law in the digital age. Participants will gain valuable knowledge on emerging trends, practical applications of technology in legal settings, and strategies for adapting to a rapidly changing environment.
Speakers(24)
Abhijeet Mohapatra
Research Scientist at IBM Research
Abhijeet Mohapatra is a Research Scientist at IBM Research, focusing on AI and machine learning.
Alejandro Salinas de Leon
LiftLab
Alejandro Salinas de Leon of LiftLab will discuss 'The Emergence of Expert-Level Contracts Tutors' during the FutureLaw 2026 event.
Alejandro Salinas de León
Co-Founder at LiftLab
Alejandro Salinas de León is the Co-Founder of LiftLab, a company developing AI tutors for legal education.
David Freeman Engstrom
Professor of Law at Stanford Law School
David Freeman Engstrom is a Professor of Law at Stanford Law School, specializing in civil procedure and administrative law.
Erica R. Yew
Judge at Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara
Erica R. Yew serves as a judge at the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara.
Gabe Pereyra
Co-Founder and CTO at Evisort
Gabe Pereyra is the Co-Founder and CTO of Evisort, an AI-powered contract management company.
Harry Surden
Associate Professor of Law at University of Colorado Law School
Harry Surden is an Associate Professor of Law at the University of Colorado, specializing in legal informatics and artificial intelligence.
Hon. Yvonne E. Campos
Judge at Superior Court of California, County of San Diego
Hon. Yvonne Campos serves as a judge at the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.
Ilona Logvinova
Senior Counsel at McKinsey & Company
Ilona Logvinova is Senior Counsel at McKinsey & Company, focusing on legal innovation and technology.
Ilya Davidson
Researcher at CodeX – The Stanford Center for Legal Informatics
Ilya Davidson is a Researcher at CodeX, focusing on empirical studies of the legal profession.
John Nay
CEO at Norm.ai
John Nay is the CEO of Norm.ai, a company developing AI solutions for legal reasoning.
Marzieh Nabi
Senior Research Scientist at Google
Marzieh Nabi is a Senior Research Scientist at Google, working on AI and computational law.
Max Junestrand
Co-Founder and CEO at PocketLaw
Max Junestrand is the Co-Founder and CEO of PocketLaw, a legal tech startup.
Natalie Anne Knowlton
Director of Special Projects at Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System
Natalie Anne Knowlton is the Director of Special Projects at the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, focusing on legal system reform.
Omar Haroun
Co-Founder and CEO at Text IQ
Omar Haroun is the Co-Founder and CEO of Text IQ, an AI company specializing in sensitive information detection.
Pablo Arredondo
Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Casetext
Pablo Arredondo is the Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Casetext, a legal research platform.
Robert Mahari
Research Fellow at CodeX – The Stanford Center for Legal Informatics
Robert Mahari is a Research Fellow at CodeX, focusing on legal informatics and AI.
Roland Vogl
Executive Director at CodeX – The Stanford Center for Legal Informatics
Roland Vogl is the Executive Director of CodeX at Stanford, leading initiatives at the intersection of law and technology.
Ryan Anderson
CEO at Filevine
Ryan Anderson is the CEO of Filevine, a legal case management software company.
Sean Fitzpatrick
CEO at Thomson Reuters Legal
Sean Fitzpatrick is the CEO of Thomson Reuters Legal, overseeing legal products and services.
Shlomo Klapper
Research Fellow at Harvard Law School
Shlomo Klapper is a Research Fellow at Harvard Law School, focusing on legal technology and policy.
Vinay K. Chaudhri
Principal Scientist at SRI International
Vinay K. Chaudhri is a Principal Scientist at SRI International, specializing in AI and knowledge representation.
Wendy Butler Curtis
Chief Innovation Officer at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Wendy Butler Curtis is the Chief Innovation Officer at Orrick, focusing on legal technology and innovation.
Zarja Hude
PhD Candidate at London School of Economics
Zarja Hude is a PhD Candidate at the London School of Economics, researching legal reasoning and AI.
Event Details
- Date
- April 16, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Stanford, United States
- Paul Brest Hall, Munger Graduate Residence
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technologists, policymakers, and scholars interested in legal technology.
- CLE Credits
- 5.5 General Hours
Previous Editions
FutureLaw 2025
April 10, 2025·Stanford
FutureLaw 2024
April 11, 2024·Stanford
FutureLaw 2023
April 13, 2023·Stanford
FutureLaw 2022
April 7, 2022·Stanford
FutureLaw 2021
April 8, 2021·Stanford
FutureLaw 2020
April 9, 2020·Stanford
FutureLaw 2019
April 11, 2019·Stanford
FutureLaw 2018
April 12, 2018·Stanford
FutureLaw 2017
April 6, 2017·Stanford
FutureLaw 2016
May 20, 2016·Stanford