Friday, 05 JULY 2024 | PNS | DEHRADUN
UPES recently hosted a conference to discuss the future of the legal industry driven by technological advancements and evolving opportunities for lawyers in today’s high-tech world. The conference witnessed participation of leading experts, practitioners, educators and students to explore the impact of technology on the legal profession and how future lawyers can navigate this transformative era.
Themed ‘Adapt or Perish,’ the event was organised in a world cafe format to encourage collaborative dialogue around important topics. The discussions covered six major themes- globalising legal education for a dynamic world, fostering a collaborative ecosystem for innovation in legal education, reconciling the gap between the legal industry and academia in the digital era, addressing ethical issues of using AI in legal education, next-generation lawyers adapting to technology and reimagining legal education for the digital age.
Addressing the gathering, Mombay Bar Association president Nitin Thakker said, “Today’s young legal professionals not only use technology but breathe it. Embracing new-age legal tech solutions demands a significant shift in mindset. They must view technology not merely as a tool but as an integral part of their education and practice. The advancement of technology presents an opportunity for lawyers to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and focus on more strategic endeavours. The future of legal education hinges on our ability to adapt to technology and the readiness of law schools to be dynamic with their curricula.”
UPES School of Law dean Abhishek Sinha stated, “In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, it’s imperative for all of us, especially future lawyers, to integrate tools like AI into our workflows. While legal education remains heavily theoretical, the aspiration is to shift towards a more practical approach. Despite the buzz around AI, only 22 per cent of organisations globally have implemented it in their workflows, leaving a vast potential untapped. The legal sector must embrace these innovations to revolutionise our field within the coming years.”
